We are a group of retirees, mostly in our 70's and 80's who practice yoga weekly. We are also a social and support group, offering support to one another in times of stress, loneliness and/or isolation. We would like to organise a theatre trip in early 2026 to help combat winter blues.

We are launching a new project offering free and subsidised trips and activities for neurodivergent families and carers in the North Coast. Designed by our dedicated volunteers and members to improve wellbeing, community spirit, and promote financial inclusion. We have raised £900 to date and seek £1000 from the PB to help make our project a reality. Including animal handling sessions, family craft events, a trip to Culzean Castle, Edinburgh Zoo VIP lantern experience, and a carers lunch.

North Ayrshire Tandem Cycling is a local group set up in Ayrshire in August 2023 that allows visually impaired people to enjoy cycling with the support of a sighted pilot. We currently have 27 Members in total, 9 of which who are visually impaired. We enjoy weekly and midweek organised outings. We also have organised “Have a go on a Tandem” days once a month, where people can come along and make use of our Tandems.

Irvine over 50’s Friendship Group meets on Tuesday afternoons in Vennel Gardens Engagement Hub throughout the year to allow older people to connect with others and enjoy a whole range of engaging and fun activities. The group aims to reduce social isolation and provide a safe and welcoming space where older people feel included and valued. Our group encourages group members to meet new people, enjoy activities in the good company of others.

Mecoco, part of Sense Scotland, makes candles, wax melts and diffusers for sale, while also providing work experience opportunities for young people and adults with complex disabilities.

A lot of our machinery is old and we now have difficulty sourcing spare parts to keep it running. More modern machinery would make our workshop more efficient.

Ardrossan Castle Heritage Society (ACHS) require community engagement equipment and materials to deliver community events and carry out community consultations around the procurement of the Heritage Hub on Ardrossan Castle Hill.

Crossing Together Toddlers was formed in March 2024 following the project being approached by two local new parents who felt there was a need for a group locally in Bourtreehill. The mums are now lead participants along with our Mission Pioneer in running the weekly sessions on Tuesday mornings for 2 hours at the Relief Mission Centre. The group quickly reached capacity of 40 babies/toddlers who attend with at least one adult per child. The sessions are free to ensure it is accessible to all.