Community
Weβre passionate about supporting our local community and making a positive difference to the people and organisations around us. Our clients, colleagues and local community have supported us over the years, and we believe itβs important to give something back. Through our community support, charitable giving and partnerships with local organisations, weβre proud to help make a difference across the communities in which we live and work.
How weβre giving back
Weβve had the pleasure of supporting some wonderful initiatives in recent months. Find out more about some of the local charities and causes weβve been involved with.
Barney & Echo Mindfulness Project
We were delighted to support the Barney & Echo Mindfulness Project delivered across four Bournemouth primary schools in partnership with the Police Community Clubs of Great Britain.
The project helped children aged 8β11 develop a better understanding of mental wellbeing, resilience and practical coping strategies, while encouraging them to talk openly about their emotions and know where to turn for support.
The project reached 308 children directly, with around 650 beneficiaries overall Evaluation showed that 100% understood the importance of mental wellbeing, knew who to speak to if they needed support and learned practical calming and coping techniques.
Newbury Sea Cadets
We have helped Newbury Sea Cadets purchase new boating equipment, giving cadets the opportunity to develop practical skills, build confidence and enjoy new experiences on the water.
The donation also creates a lasting tribute to the much-loved Andy Searles, whose support for Newbury Sea Cadets meant so much to the organisation and its cadets. The new equipment is already being put to good use, helping young people learn new skills, build confidence and create memories
Hope for Food
We support Hope for Food throughout the year. Based in Bournemouth, Hope for Food supports families and individuals experiencing homelessness or living in poverty, providing essential food, household items, clothing and bedding, as well as practical support that helps people maintain their dignity.
From donating washing machines and essential household appliances to supporting their Easter appeal, weβre pleased to play a part in helping Hope for Food provide vital support to local families when they need it most.
Circus Starr
We support Circus Starr in bringing the magic of the circus to families across Bournemouth.
Their inclusive, accessible performances give children with disabilities, families on low incomes and those facing difficult circumstances the chance to enjoy a fun and memorable day out together.
Friendly Food Club
Weβre proud to support the Friendly Food Club in Wareham with their first ever corporate-sponsored cooking course.
Bringing together cooking, confidence, practical skills and wellbeing, itβs a brilliant way to support the local community.
Cherry Tree Nursery
We provided Cherry Tree Nursery with a new gazebo, which is already helping the charity raise awareness at its community events.
The gazebo was recently put to good use at the charityβs Plant Sale and Autumn Fayre, taking pride of place in a prominent position among the stalls. The September Plant Sale was the charityβs most successful yet, raising more than Β£18,000.
Younger People with Dementia
Weβre proud to support Younger People with Dementia, a charity helping people living with young-onset dementia and their families.
Their Making Memories Scheme provides opportunities for families to spend meaningful time together and create special memories, from days out and short breaks to unique experiences.
Oly Newton
We were thrilled to team up with international speaker and mental health trainer Oly Newton visiting primary and secondary schools in Folkestone.
Oly fearlessly opened up about his personal challenges and experiences with severe mental illness, sharing his journey from struggle to triumph.
Now he encourages others to seek help in overcoming their own mental health battles and delivered an incredible message that resonated with young minds and promoted positivity and empowerment.
Bee Mission
Bee Mission does incredible work. They combine protecting vital pollinators, supporting people facing homelessness, and creating opportunities for skills, training and confidence.
With beehives across the South of England and a growing community of supporters, Bee Mission is making a positive difference for both people and the planet.
Visually Impaired Sailing Association
VISA-GB is run by blind and partially sighted sailing enthusiasts to help others to enjoy the freedom of sailing. Visa-gbβs aim is to empower, motivate and encourage both blind and visually impaired people to join a team sailing yachts and have the chance to enjoy getting stuck in and involved in something thatβs great fun.
The project helped children aged 8β11 develop a better understanding of mental wellbeing, resilience and practical coping strategies, while encouraging them to talk openly about their emotions and know where to turn for support.
The project reached 308 children directly, with around 650 beneficiaries overall Evaluation showed that 100% understood the importance of mental wellbeing, knew who to speak to if they needed support and learned practical calming and coping techniques.
St Margaret's Hospice
St Margaret's Hospice Care has been at the heart of Somersetβs community for 40 years, delivering high quality, responsive and compassionate care to patients and their families facing a life-limiting illness.
Dorset Deaf Childrenβs Society
Weβre proud to support this wonderful charity for the third year in a row. The Dorset Deaf Childrenβs Society provides help and information for hearing-impaired children across and their families across Dorset, organising activities and events that allow the children to share their experiences and have fun.
Windward Day Services
Windward Day Services provide day opportunities for adults with learning disabilities.
They support people to access many activities both inside and throughout our community. They have a focus on independent living skills so encourage people to develop their cooking and money skills.
Winchester Go LD
A much-valued charity offering support for adults with learning disabilities, Winchester Go LD launched their year-long Wellbeing Project with the aim of improving the lives of its members. It includes a series of weekly Zoom calls centred around six key subjects.
Strategic Solutions sponsored the sixth subject, the Economic module, which carries out training and activities regarding money.
Stover Canal Trust
he Stover Canal Trust in Newton Abbot, Devon stands as a registered charity with a steadfast commitment to preserving and restoring the local canal line for the community.
We've recently supported them by helping them purchase a new tractor mounted saw bench. This valuable equipment enables their volunteers to chop logs that have either fallen or been felled from around the canal.
These logs are then sold to raise money for other vital equipment and diesel for the tractor.
Animal Canopy
We are pleased to be supporting Animal Canopy. Weβve contributed Β£1000 to the charity, which has split the funds between two local rescues.
The first is Bournemouth-based Staffie and Stray Rescue, who concentrate on the caring for and re-homing of Staffordshire bull terriers. The second is Paulaβs Cat Rescue; based in Poole, they care for and re-home stray and unwanted cats.
River Teign Scouts
We have helped The River Teign Scout group purchase heaters to keep them toasty warm throughout the winter.
Oly fearlessly opened up about his personal challenges and experiences with severe mental illness, sharing his journey from struggle to triumph.
Now he encourages others to seek help in overcoming their own mental health battles and delivered an incredible message that resonated with young minds and promoted positivity and empowerment.
Could your good cause benefit from our Community Foundation?
The Community Foundation is committed to supporting financial education and wellbeing, and generally giving back to the communities where our clients live, work and play. Financed not only by the company but our employees too, we provide targeted funding to small, grassroots groups that might otherwise struggle to source it.
Our grants are prioritised to those in Dorset, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Somerset or Devon; those of other regions will be considered only where there is substantial evidence of significant geographical reach to our clientsβ community. If youβd like your charity to be considered by The Community Foundation, please download our application form below or get in touch.
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