Marymass Committee is made up of volunteers who run the 12 day festival every year. We We are a group of volunteers who run the full 12 days of the Marymass Festival. Our festival and events are open for everyone across the Irvine locality and North Ayrshire. Marymass is a traditional horse festival held every August in Irvine. Mixing traditional with modern, our 12 days of festivities means there is something for everyone! From horse racing to fireworks, funfair, dog show, live music and so.

Millport Town Hall is soon to open. A project dear to our hearts is a Film Club for everyone, all ages and totally accessible. We have existing contacts and wish to engage for ten weeks someone who can research and develop the idea. This can then be taken forward for a community who will benefit in so many ways.

We are a friendly community club supporting over 50s with loneliness and mental well-being. With 52 members, we offer quizzes, bingo, and social outings. We hope to organise special events for Valentine’s Day and Easter, as well as bus trips, helping our members connect and enjoy life together. Funding will ensure these activities are free and accessible for everyone.

Castlepark Community Garden Project is situated in Castlepark at the back of Castlepark Community Centre. The project is looked after and run by Catlepark centre. The project is run by people with learning disabilities who look after the garden and maintain the grounds round the centre by litter picking and keeping the garden open to the public and keeping the garden clean and tidy. The volunteers who work in the garden also volunteer in the cafe and the older people lunch club every Tuesday.

Funds to support the costs of surveys following the outcome of a Community Asset Transfer (CAT) application for Blacklands Hall, Kilwinning

Every year the Irvine Seniors Forum run an information day and now, after our successful first health and well being day, we are looking to put both of these events on in 2026. These events are great for older folk who enjoy the these days and interact with others out with their normal circle whether large or small.

The Committee aims to provide social events for residents of Vennel Gardens and wider community members to help reduce social isolation and enhance the health and wellbeing of our over 50's. The group has been active for over two years now and has over 50 members who have taken part in various social activities such as bus outings, live entertainment afternoons and lunch clubs.

We play an important role in reducing social isolation by providing a welcoming environment for individuals who are interested in nature and enjoy outdoor physical activity. We attract members from as far afield as Saltcoats.

Bypass Art community group will be out and about over the next twelve months to raise awareness and gather support for the Bessie On The Bypass public art project. We are seeking funds to purchase, a gazebo, branded fleeces for our group members and promotional items that will spotlight, highlight and publicise this creative initiative.