The explorer unit is based in the three towns and is made up of young people aged between 14 and 18 years of age. The unit leaders are unable to supply the adventurous activities that the young persons wish to take part in. These activities are available at the nation Scout Outdoor Activity centre at Lochgoilhead. They would be able to take part in activities like abseiling, climbing, mountain biking, burn run, sailing and kayaking . We plan to attend there in March 2025 which would allow us time to raise sufficient funds to attend. The total cost for this project is £2050. The cost includes accommodation, food, all activities and safety equipment. We plan to take a party of 12 persons to this event. Booking for the centre is £167 per head. Total of £2004. Transport by private cars is estimated at £46 to cover fuel costs.

As part of the groups discovery journey monthly trips take place for educational purposes and to remain socially active which helps reduces social isolation, improves wellness, mental health, keeps people active. We would like to apply for support for our journeys of discovery. 

Transport £500

Entry Fees £300

Hospatility £200

The North Ayrshire Foodbank, in partnership with the Trussell Trust, aims to establish and encourage inclusive spaces where community voices can be heard. This is achieved through a holistic approach to gardening, with the goal of addressing food insecurity by emphasizing the importance of communities coming together and utilizing their power and resilience to grow fruit and vegetables. The project's primary focus is on nurturing individuals alongside food, promoting learning, and understanding the effectiveness of a collective approach. It is open to all residents of The Three Towns and offers an opportunity to gain insight into nutritious food and contribute to improving lifestyles. The space values diversity of skills and experiences.This proposal aims to secure and develop green spaces for community use in cultivating fruit and vegetables using permaculture principles. By working with nature, we can grow a variety of produce and edible flowers, some of which can be donated to community larders to support those in need. These spaces will not only address food insecurity in the Three Towns but also provide therapeutic gardening opportunities for individuals without their own gardens.Top of FormThe project aims to cultivate a strong sense of community ownership at a local level, promoting both formal and informal education in food production. It will emphasize hands-on learning, risk assessment, and the exchange of peer-led expertise, recognizing the value of practical. In terms of environmental stewardship, the project is committed to adopting an organic-only approach to growing, promoting natural pollinators, and avoiding the use of pesticides and artificial growth enhancers. Additionally, efforts will be made to repurpose materials and explore upcycling opportunities. The initiative will also actively engage with a diverse range of cultural groups, including New Scots from Syria, Ukraine, Afghanistan, as well as long-standing communities in the Three Towns. Their participation will bring together traditional and modern cultivation practices, enriching the local food production landscape. The project is dedicated to fostering collective action and empowerment within the community with and for its members.The project's long-term benefits are far-reaching. It will empower the community by creating a sense of ownership and responsibility for the growing spaces, providing fresh produce for community larders, and offering opportunities for exercise and mindfulness. Additionally, the project will stimulate wider community engagement around food access and provision. It will also play a role in promoting biodiversity and pollinators, reducing carbon footprints, and providing valuable volunteering opportunities that contribute to increased self-confidence and wellness. This project has the potential to create solidarity and common cause in the Three Towns communities. By creating these spaces, we aim to develop conversations with community members concerning how they feel about issues they may face within the area. The community campaigner will be facilitating a mutual aid organisation style of group work with individuals and for individuals.The project will have a direct positive impact on the community as it involves 30-40 individuals in its development. An estimated 250 people will benefit from the produce, while 150 will have the opportunity to engage in activities such as storytelling and educational sessions at the project sites. This initiative aims to create spaces where people can relax, actively participate in their community, and engage in gardening based on a "do what you can" ethos. Partnerships with other organizations will facilitate directing participants to the project and providing on-site services.The Three Towns project aims to foster community ownership and sustainable practices through the promotion of organic cultivation. Participants will be encouraged to grow their own produce, regardless of their living situation. This initiative not only focuses on food growth, but also on personal development and community collaboration. By involving diverse individuals with various skills, the project will thrive, offering valuable experiences and knowledge about nutritious food and healthier lifestyle choices to all residents of The Three Towns.

Breakdown of costs Water Butts 4X _£160 Compost Bins 2x = £260 PPE- Gloves (Riggers Quality) 15x= £75 Protective eyewear £150 Water Containers 6x =£60 Seed Various £200 Topsoil and compost £95

As always, our goal is to write and produce our own community pantomime for families in North Ayrshire, with a special focus on the Three Towns.

It is essential for us to keep our events affordable and accessible to the local community. We recognise that families with multiple children may find it difficult to attend larger pantomimes due to the high costs of travel and tickets. Therefore, we offer a family ticket for our shows, priced at £35 (plus a booking fee payable directly to the booking website), which covers either 1 adult and 3 children or 2 adults and 2 children, with additional babes-in-arms included at no extra charge

Yearly, we have also supplied a tuckshop at the performances each year to ensure that families can buy a treat for their children at affordable prices.

Please find below a summary of costings for the pantomime. We understand that we cannot apply for funding to cover staffing costs, but we would like to include them to provide a clearer overview of the overall expenses.

• Rent of KA Leisure Space (St Matthews Academy based on 2023 pricing) for 3 days: £460
• Costuming: £300
• Marketing (posters and flyer printing): £100
• Tuck shop: £400
• Travel costs: £200
• Rent of Lighting and Sound equipment for 3 days: £1000
• Rehearsal costs: No charge as we have our own rehearsal space
• Technical staffing costs: £1250

3TFM was launched in 2008 to provide a local health and wellbeing and music radio offering to the people of the 3 Towns.  It broadcasts on 103.1FM to the local area, and to the rest of the world on the Radio Garden app.  As well as broadcasting every day, the station offers training in radio presentation and production to local young people. Our music library is stored on a laptop.  Our current laptop is slow and outdated.  £500 would allow us to purchase a new laptop which would offer faster, more secure storage for our library.  It would also allow us to store more tunes, broadening the range of music that we play to our listeners. 

More information about the station can be found at www.3tfm.org.uk/about

We run a bereavement group open to members of the general public who have experienced loss and would like to attend the group to talk.  We also provide a space for those who'd like to simply have a cuppa in the company of others sharing the same issue, or who wish to feel into their grief in a safe space without intervention.  

We can now also offer CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and hypnotherapy for those who need it and we provide training for those experiencing anticipatory grief.  Helping them prepare for the stages of dying, in particular for the emotional care of their loved one at the end of life.

We will use the money to pay a counsellor/psychologist to attend our bereavement group for 10 weeks, also working one to one with people in the local area using CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) and Hypnotherapy where needed.

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