Cloughskelt Rural & Cultural Association

Public benefits

1 The advancement of culture: The direct benefits which flow from this purpose include providing education programmes and events in connection with the Ulster-Scots language and culture. These benefits will be demonstrated through attendance at cultural events held by the Association and evaluation forms from the same. 2 The advancement of

education: The direct benefits which flow from this purpose include keeping people informed. With people increasing their knowledge, they will be able to make informed choices with regards to their lives and widen their skills and knowledge in various areas. These benefits will be demonstrated through post evaluation forms and/or a record of certificates received by members. 3 The advancement of citizenship and community development: The direct benefits which flow from this purpose include giving residents a meeting place to get together with others. There are opportunities to learn and reduce social isolation in our rural community and build community spirit and relations. These benefits will be demonstrated through increased numbers of residents attending the events organised by the Association. None of the purposes will lead to harm. For all three of the purposes, the charity’s beneficiaries are people living in Closkelt and surrounding areas of Co Down. In relation to the three purposes, private benefit flowing from these purposes is the Association’s programme of ongoing training that a trustee may attend in relation to good governance, finance etc. Through this training, trustees gain skills and expertise which are transferable to other settings. Also, a participant on a course may gain skills and expertise to enable them to secure employment. These benefits are incidental and necessary to ensure the benefit is provided to our beneficiaries.

What your organisation does

we hold fund raising events & give all profits to local families who are in need because of illnesses like pygeria, cerebral palsy & other illness. we hold educational & historical events to promote & educate the public on our history, heritage & culture.