We pickup household items and pass them on to those in greatest need Sometimes we take items that could be upcycled and sold to help support the expences of the charity.

We shall be employing a local person through the PEP scheme to carry out the work, we shall be decreasing the amount of waste that goes to landfill, we shall be helping to ensure the sustainability of the charity and therefore this will help us to continue supporting the 4000 individuals that we currently support. The benifits themselves justify why the project should be supported. This might also lead to more emplyability.

upholstery dyes £500,  furniture Paint 10 *£15 = £150  Work benches 2 *£70 = £140,

books £50 sanding tools £30*3 = £90, scrapers 5*£8 = £40 wood furniture repair kit 4*£29 = £116,

Paint removing bundle 3*£19 = £57 nitromors £36, ppe gloves 10@£4 = £40, goggles £3*6 =£18

safety glasses£16*5 = £80 furniture polish 4*£11 =£44 filling wax = £10  leather apron = £60 sugar soap £7*2 = £14 TSP (trisodium phosphate) = £39 Screwdrivers = £10 hammers = £10

electric tools (drills & sanders) = £150 + £100  

£1754

To support our attempt to buy Western Gailes, we need to demonstrate the benfit to the community this would bring. So we want to commission Community Enterprise to undertake a community benefit calculation, which will put a monetary value on the effects of us taking the site into community ownership (e.g., the money saved by the NHS though increased community visits to this greenspace). This will cost c.£2664. We're seeking £2000 towards this from Community Wealth Building PB.

Radio Adverts - £500

Flyers - £250

Subline heat transfers with logo for handmade products - £150

Online/paper Adverts - £250

Pop Up Banner -£150

Logos for car - vinal transfers-£200

We will use local businesses to provide our marketing materials such as Three Towns Radio & Ardrossan Printers and Ardrossan Herald

The core mission of Stick With It! is to break down barriers for children and families who have the most to gain from nature-based learning, but who often lack the means to participate. By leveraging grant funding to purchase essential resources and develop a professional website, the project will increase visibility, attract paying clients, and ultimately generate income that can be reinvested in supporting those most in need.

A central tenet of Stick With It! is the 'pay it forward' model: for every ten paid places at the Forest School, one free place will be offered to a vulnerable child or family. This ensures that as the programme grows and income increases, so too does the direct support for those facing adversity. 

Objectives

• Provide funded Forest School places to children and families identified as vulnerable across North Ayrshire.
• Develop a website to advertise Forest School services, increasing reach and generating sustainable income.
• Guarantee that at least 10% of all paid Forest School places are offered free of charge to those who need them most.
• Promote mental health, wellbeing, and social outcomes for participants.

Benefits for Children, Young People and Families

• Mental Health and Wellbeing

Forest School is widely recognised as a powerful tool for supporting mental health and wellbeing in children and young people. Immersion in natural settings reduces stress, anxiety, and symptoms of depression. The sensory-rich environment encourages mindfulness and presence, providing respite from the pressures of daily life. Children develop greater resilience, improved emotional regulation, and a stronger sense of self-worth through connection with the natural world.

• Therapeutic Benefits

For vulnerable children and families, Forest School offers therapeutic benefits that extend beyond traditional interventions. Activities nurture the whole child—emotionally, socially, and physically. 

• Physical Health Benefits and the Benefits of Being in Nature

Time spent outdoors is essential for healthy physical development. Forest School encourages active play, gross and fine motor skill development, and a lifelong appreciation of physical activity. Being in nature supports immune function, improves sleep, and reduces the risk of obesity and related health issues. 

With the help of grant funding and a sustainable income model driven by a new website, the project will transform lives, one family at a time.

Breakdown of Costs

These are one-off costs that will ensure the sustainability of the Stick With It! project. 

Website design and domain name - £795

Waterproof suits (children) - £220

Waterproof suits (adults) - £150

Waterproof grip overshoes (children) - £120

Waterproof grip overshoes (adults) - £60

Sensory loose parts play materials - £180

Hand tools £110

Hot water airpot - £85

Hammocks - £90

DD Tarps - £190

Total - £2,000

A Film Club would provide opportunities for the commuity to come together, for cutural and educational benefits.  What was once the old cinema could once again deliver many different genres of film.  As the new building is totally accessible everybody will be able to participate.  There could be screenings individually for children, for those suffering with dementia, for those who would revel in the old stories of the Clyde and the tales of Para Handy, for families. These are just a few examples.

A consultant would research this local innovation to provide a clear strategy and guidelines to be developed for future use by those taking the project foward.

A self employed consultant at 8 hours per week for ten weeks at £15 per hour would cost £1,080 - see role profile below for further information.