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Chris made a significant contribution to local groups within the High Peak including High Peak CVS. Chris had the unique ability to get to the nub of an issue, cut through to what is important and succinctly lay out the way forward. He was always dedicated, responsive, supportive and jovial. When he passed away, the High Peak voluntary sector lost one of its strongest advocates and supporters.

Through this award, High Peak CVS wants to celebrate and commemorate not only Chris’s contribution, but also his insight into the potential of voluntary activity for personal and community growth.

The award will offer local groups the opportunity to raise their profile and gain recognition for the work they do. Our key assessment criteria will be around acknowledging your achievements and progress. Examples of the types of changes we are looking for maybe around revitalising your group, attracting new members, attracting new funding, developing a new project and or making a significant impact in your local community.

You can apply on behalf of your group, you can be nominated by or nominate another group. A small panel will make the decision.

High Peak CVS will present the Award, a commemorative plaque, framed certificate and cheque for £100 for the group, at its Annual General Meeting in October. The Award is open to all groups, however small or large, newly formed or long established and we encourage everyone to apply. 

There is a simple application form which groups are asked to complete and return to: Jackie Donnelly, High Peak CVS, Dunbar House, 105 Buxton Road, Whaley Bridge, High Peak SK23 7HX. or Email: jackie@highpeakcvs.org.uk or Tel: 01663 736436 

The closing date for applications is Monday 12 October 2015.

The changes will also mean that carers of a child under 18 will no longer be eligible for a carer’s break award.

Information is available at www.derbyshire.gov.uk/carers

Thur 6 Aug 10am-4pm
Tue 18 Aug 12-6pm
Mon 24 Aug 10am-4pm
Sat 5 Sep 10am-4pm

Refreshment available.  Under 18s to be accompanied by an adult.

Contact Caroline 07787966913

Strand One: Support to individual young people

The age range for applying is 11 – 25 years of age

The fund will support young people in developing their life skills, it is about embarking on experiences that will build character and offer unique opportunities to test & progress themselves.  Any project must show a commitment to volunteering in the community either during the experience or on their return – sharing experiences and skills. As well as funding traditional gap year projects the fund will also support costs linked to pursuing excellence in sport or music as well as extra-curricular educational activities.

Strand Two: Support to community & voluntary groups

The John Weston Fund would like to focus on groups working within the fields of health and youth work. Health is a broad subject and can include projects linked to mental health, sports and exercise as well as general well-being.  Youth projects are generally aimed at 11 -25 year olds and this element is usually given priority over other bids.

To find out more visit the Foundation Derbyshire website at: www.foundationderbyshire.org/funds/john-weston-fund/

"Pilotlight is a unique charity that has been connecting the business and charitable worlds for over ten years, to make both more effective. Our managed model provides the perfect environment for knowledge and skills to be shared.

The Pilotlight model is about coaching charity and social enterprise leaders to develop their business skills, strengthen their organisation and increase its impact. After a year working with Pilotlight 100% of our partner organisations’ CEOs tell us they have improved their analysis and planning skills.”

You can read more on the blog at sdcvs.wordpress.com/2015/08/14/charity-pilotlight-offers-free-strategic-planning-support-to-charities-and-social-enterprises-tackling-disadvantage-in-the-uk/

There is also more information about Pilotlight’s work with charities on their website at: www.pilotlight.org.uk/charities

The sessions will cover hints and tips for applying for funding in general and there will be a chance to discuss your particular project and which of the funds administered by the Foundation is suited to your needs.

The funding surgeries will be in the form of either group workshops or a one-to-one session with a grants officer.

To book a place please contact Lindsay Sowter on 01773 525860 as soon as possible as places are limited.

Funding surgeries will be held in the following areas:

High Peak: Whaley Bridge – Tues 17 November – 1pm – 4pm – Group workshop

Derbyshire Dales:  Bakewell – Thurs 12 Nov - 10am – 1pm – One-to-one sessions

Derbyshire Dales:  Ashbourne – Tues 24 Nov -10am – 1pm – One-to-one sessions

Each Councillor has £1000 to support projects in their Ward relating to:

• Small scale environmental improvements
• Community safety issues
• Beneficial community based projects

Suggestions for improvement works or projects can be made by anyone or any organisation and should be discussed with the lead Ward Councillor prior to an application being submitted.

Applications close on 26 February 2016. To make an application complete an Application Form on HPBC website.

You can pay into your MCU savings account in lots of different ways:

• By standing order 
• With your membership card at any Paypoint, Payzone or Post Office 
• Directly from your wages if you work for one of our payroll partners. 
• Directly from one of your benefits, such as Child Benefit or Tax Credits. 
• At one of our local branches or satellite points.

Benefits of saving with Manchester Credit Union include:

• The credit union makes it easy to save, and even a small amount each week soon mounts up! 
• By far the easiest way is by standing order or payroll deduction, as you don’t need to do anything once it is set up.
• All savings are covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, just the same as a bank.
• Life savings insurance is provided at no cost to you (up to £5,000 and conditions apply).
• Confidentiality, security and protection, with no hidden charges or fees.

See our website for more information at:

www.manchestercreditunion.co.uk

The recovery walk will start at the Proact Stadium on Sheffield Road. Meet at 9.30am. The walk will start at 10am and will finish at the Assembly Rooms at Chesterfield Market Hall. For those who do not take part in the walk, meet at the Assembly Rooms at 12 noon.

The recovery event will commence with an agenda of:

• Dear Albert - a character award winning feature documentary about recovering from addiction
• Local Life Stories
• Guest Speakers and the launch of the new Derbyshire Recovery Website

Lunch and Refreshments provided.

For more information and to reserve your place please contact Hope Springs  01246 540 431 - email: hopesprings540431@gmail.com

The NHS approved exercises can be adapted to suit all abilities, so can also be made more challenging as well as easier.

The class starts on 18 September at 10am in the Old School Room at Hope.  The aim is to keep the class relatively small so that participants can be monitored. This may therefore result in running several classes.

Attendees must book a place and complete a health screening prior to attending the class. There will be a charge of £5 per class. 

For further enquiries or to book a place, please contact: Lisa 07971 243470