<p>We have established a steering group made up of friends and family of residents, we hope to provide chances for residents get out of their houses make new firends and decrease social isolation.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The Community Garden was established during lockdown when we were able to work outdoors and socialy distance.</p> <p>Over the last 3 years we have welcomed many visitors, gained new trustees, work&nbsp;with various groups including the schools, hosting and organising events.</p> <p>We grow produce which goes back to the community helping with the cost of living.</p> <p>We offer teas and coffees and&nbsp;plenty chat as the last three years have had a devastating &nbsp;effect on people&#39;s mental heath and wellbeing.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p>

<p>Easter extravaganza concert with &quot;Brass Ban, Robert Burns and Bairns&quot; to encourage an intergenerational group &quot;on stage&quot; and help improve health and wellbeing of the audience after winter. A major intergenerational event for Garnock Valley.</p>

<p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">We would like to use this funding to purchase a suitable sized Polly tunnel, to erect within our garden, for our service users and the community to reap the benefits.&nbsp;There is limited ground in the Garnock Valley for this and we feel that this is something that we could offer. </span></span></span></p> <p style="margin-bottom:11px"><span style="font-size:11pt"><span style="line-height:107%"><span style="font-family:Calibri,sans-serif">&nbsp;Costings for this would include &ndash; The Polly tunnel and groundwork.&nbsp;</span></span></span></p>