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Local Food programme Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Tiffany Irons
The Local Food programme distributes grants to a variety of food related projects to help make local ..... (Closing Date: 2nd May 2011)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
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| Close Date | 2 May 2011 |
| Minimum Amount | £10001.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £300000.00 |
| Description |
The Local Food programme distributes grants to a variety of food related projects to help make locally grown food accessible and affordable to local communities. Communities will benefit from improved health and wellbeing through exercise and better nutrition; strengthened local economies through the creation of social enterprises; and more sustainability through the better use of resources such as food redistribution and composting. Local Food has five main themes under which a range of projects can be supported. The five themes are:
-Enable communities to manage land sustainably for growing food locally; -Enable communities to build knowledge and understanding and to celebrate the cultural diversity of food; -Stimulate local economic activity and the development of community enterprises concerned with growing, processing and distributing local food; -Create opportunities for learning and the development of skills through voluntary training and job creation; -Promote awareness and understanding of the links between food and healthy lifestyles. Who can apply? Not for profit community groups and organisations. Schools, Universities, Primary Care Trusts and Churchs or other faith based groups. Turnaround time: 15 working days for first stage applications. 6-15 weeks depending on the size of grant for full applications. Applying to this programme: Visit the Local Food programme website at www.localfoodgrants.org or call the Changing Spaces Advice Line on 0845 3 671 671 |
| Weblink | www.localfoodgrants.org |
| Contact Email | localfood@rswt.org |
| Contact No. | 0845 3 671 671 |
Third Sector Conference 'Time For Change' Training / Event
Published on Thursday 11th February by Tiffany Irons
Third Sector Conference 'Time For Change' (24th Feb 2010 at Kettering Leisure Village Conference Centre 10am - 4pm)
| Date | 24 February 2010 |
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| Venue | Kettering Leisure Village Conference Centre 10am - 4pm |
| Cost | FREE |
| Description |
THE AIM OF THE CONFERENCE
The aim of the conference is to provide an environment for a thriving third sector. It is an opportunity: Each delegate will be able to attend 2 workshops/seminars. Please select your 2 preferred choices and one reserve (3 in total) and we will endeavour to accommodate your options. To hear new ideas and to find out about positive ways forward for the sector in these difficult times. One: CONSULTATION & ENGAGEMENT BETWEEN THE THIRD SECTOR & STATUTORY BODIES. How is it done now? How could it be improved? Two: WORKING TOGETHER How the Third Sector can be involved in shaping Northamptonshire through a partnership approach across all sectors. Three: COMMISSIONING Is commissioning just about the most cost effective delivery of service? What about the social outcomes? Four: NEW PROJECT AROUND HR Find out more about what this project will deliver for you! Five: WHAT DOES TUPE MEAN TO YOU? A workshop to explore the implications of transferring staff from one organisation to another. Six: INCOME GENERATION Find out how to become a more enterprising organisation & generate funds for the future. NIC Annual Review The progress of the engagement between the County Council, Northamptonshire Partnership Boards and the Countywide Forum. Networking WHO SHOULD ATTEND Anyone involved in a voluntary or community group or social enterprise in Northamptonshire: If you want to keep up to date If you want to find out how your group can survive and grow To meet others who share your passion to develop a thriving third sector in the county NETWORKING & EXHIBITION Up to 20 external organisations will be exhibiting information for the third sector. During the refreshment breaks there will be plenty of opportunities to network. For more information please contact: |
| Contact Email | info@nvca.org.uk |
| Contact Number | 01933 396382 |
| Weblink | www.niconsortium.org.uk |
Northamptonshire County Councils draft Community Asset Transfer Policy News
Published on Thursday 11th February by Tiffany Irons
The County Council owns property and land in Northamptonshire. At the present time there is no clea .....
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The County Council owns property and land in Northamptonshire. At the present time there is no clear process of transferring assets to the third sector or community groups.
This policy will enable the council to transfer property and land that is no longer required to the third sector, where appropriate, to deliver local services in communities. This policy will help the Council and communities by having a clear process of assessing; • the suitability of a property for transfer, • the benefits to the community • and the capability of the organisation who wishes to manage the asset. We are looking for your views on the Draft Policy. The consultation period will end on Fri 21st May 2010 with a view to presenting a final policy for Cabinet to consider in June or July 2010. You can take part by returning the summary draft policy with your comments to me or by visiting the website where you will find a full version of the policy and an on-line form. If you have any questions about the policy which need clarifying to enable you to respond to this consultation please contact: |
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| Weblink | http://www3.northamptonshire.gov.uk/Democracy/Consultations/register.htm |
| Contact Name | Catherine Noonan |
| Contact Email | cnoonan@northamptonshire.gov.uk |
| Contact No. | 01604 236644 |
YWCA's Pamper Day for Young Women in Northants! Get Involved (YP)
Published on Thursday 18th February by Tiffany Irons
YWCA's Pamper Day for Young Women in Northants! at 2 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, NN1 1LD Wednesday 3rd March 10.30am - 2.30pm - Highlights include Indian head massage, face masks, reflexology and make up, and refreshments will b .....
| Location | 2 Castilian Terrace, Northampton, NN1 1LD Wednesday 3rd March 10.30am - 2.30pm |
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Highlights include Indian head massage, face masks, reflexology and make up, and refreshments will be available.
If you know of any young women who may be interested in this, or any colleagues who may no someone who would be, please contact the YWCA on 01604 601515 for more details. |
| Contact Email | northampton@ywca.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 01604 601515 |
Farm Open Day! Get Involved (YP)
Published on Monday 1st March by Tiffany Irons
Farm Open Day! at Lambourne End Outdoor Centre, Manor Road, Lambourne End, Essex, RM4 1NB - Lambourne End Farm are thrilled to confirm the Farm Open Day is back by popular demand! Please visit .....
| Location | Lambourne End Outdoor Centre, Manor Road, Lambourne End, Essex, RM4 1NB |
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Lambourne End Farm are thrilled to confirm the Farm Open Day is back by popular demand! Please visit our website for more information!
Entrance is free! A fantastic day for all the family to meet the baby animals, have a ride on the pony and cart and have a fun day on the farm! Suitable for all ages. |
| Contact Name | Anna Martin |
| Contact Email | anna.martin@lambourne-end.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 0208 500 3047 |
| Weblink | www.lambourne-end.org.uk |
Last updated on 15/12/09 by Tiffany Irons