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Status
Received: on time
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Income
£712.7K
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Spending
£707.8K
Public benefits
The public benefits that flow from purpose (1) are:- (i) a reduction in social inequalities; (ii) an increase in the range of facilities and services available to the public; (iii) improvement in the quality of services delivered to the public and in the efficiency and effectiveness of agencies delivering services to the public as a consequence
of enhanced knowledge and understanding of the problems, obstacles and potential solutions; heightened motivation; improved inter-agency co-operation, co-ordination and partnership working; and stronger inter-action between these agencies and the community; (iv) improved physical appearance of the built environment, resulting in a raising of people’s sense of quality of life, well-being and aesthetic appreciation of their surroundings; (v) enhanced opportunities for employment and training for residents living in economically and socially deprived areas and consequently a reduction in poverty, unemployment and hardship. These benefits can be evidenced by the findings of community and social attitude surveys, internal and external evaluations of the activities and impact of participating agencies, government and public authorities’ data and records, and observation. The beneficiaries are members of the public living in, and community and voluntary organisations operating in, the area of benefit. No harm or private benefit arises from these purposes. The public benefits that flow from purpose (2) are: (i) a broadening of understanding and awareness of arts and culture; (ii) increased opportunities for the public to access the arts as a result of an extending range of arts activities and events taking place; (iii) enhanced quality of life and sense of well-being through engagement with and participation in creative artistic events and activities; (iv) renewed enthusiasm for and belief in the arts as a means of expression and fulfilment. These benefits can be evidenced by the findings of community and social attitude surveys, internal and external evaluations of the activities and impact of participating arts and cultural organisations, data on the numbers of people attending or participating in activities, events or performances, and feedback from the participants. The beneficiaries are members of the public living in the area of benefit and visitors to the area. No harm or private benefit arises from these purposes. The public benefit that will flow from purpose (3) is an improvement in educational attainment, capabilities and capacities and potential to secure employment by pupils living in areas of social and economic deprivation This benefit will be evidenced by data and records kept by educational authorities and feedback from parents and teachers. The beneficiaries are school children and their families. No harm or private benefit will arise from this purpose. The public benefit that flows from purpose (4) is a gradual transition to a safer, more stable and cohesive community and positive citizenship as a result of raised awareness and understanding, a shared sense of purpose and the creation of safe, neutral environments. This benefit can be evidenced by data on incidents of conflict, harassment, and assault, the findings of community and social attitude surveys, and records of the numbers of people making use of shared facilities. The beneficiaries are members of the public living in the area of benefit No harm or private benefit arises from these purposes.
... [more] [less]What your organisation does
Stimulating, organising and facilitating collaboration and partnership working between community representatives, community and voluntary groups and organisations, statutory agencies and bodies and other stakeholders in relation to neighbourhood renewal and regeneration initiatives, physical development projects and improvements to educational
delivery and infrastructure. Providing practical support to community and voluntary organisations and acting as the lead agency on various initiatives. Organising and delivering artistic events. Developing and influencing policy and practice in the fields of urban regeneration and community development by commissioning and disseminating research and through persuasion and negotiation with relevant authorities, agencies and others.
... [more] [less]The charity’s classifications
- The advancement of education
- The advancement of citizenship or community development
- The advancement of the arts, culture, heritage or science
- The advancement of human rights, conflict resolution or reconciliation or the promotion of religious or racial harmony or equality and diversity
- The advancement of environmental protection or improvement
Who the charity helps
- General public
- Interface communities
- Specific areas of deprivation
- Voluntary and community sector
How the charity works
- Arts
- Community development
- Cultural
- Economic development
- Education/training
- Urban development
