An iconic community centre, which sits in the heart of the historic Byker Wall in Newcastle, is celebrating after receiving a massive cash injection of nearly £220,000 from The National Lottery Community Fund.
Small, volunteer-led organisations and those working in communities facing numerous challenges are amongst the targets for the second phase of a country-wide safeguarding initiative.
Older people, families, and people with learning disabilities are among those benefiting from almost £10 million of National Lottery funding during Isolation Awareness Week.
Real-life insights and examples from the community and charity sectors are highlighting the ways in which people can build new connections across communities.
Homelessness projects are today (WEDNESDAY 12 JUNE 2019) the focus of over £3 million in National Lottery funding, set to increase third sector led provision, helping prevent Scots losing their tenancies and becoming homeless.
£1,628, 610 for eight community ownership projects
A historic estate dating back to the 17th Century is set to be bought by the local community, thanks to a grant from the Scottish Land Fund.