One of the unique elements of our digital inclusion programme, Connecting Communities, is the provision of comprehensive training for parents. Computer and online literacy classes are delivered across seven weeks. The training helps parents to feel confident about using the…
Our expert grants team has managed the London Borough of Tower Hamlets’ Small Grants programme, funding organisations to encourage innovation and community resilience, as well as tackling issues such as loneliness and social isolation. DeafWatch were awarded a grant of £5,000…
Through our Life Chances Housing Association Consortium Fund, we awarded grants to help local residents access support and opportunities to increase confidence, develop new skills, secure employment, and gain greater financial security. The East End Over 50s Consortium run the…
Through our Life Chances Campaign, we’ve worked with benefits advice specialists to deliver tailored advice training to frontline organisations supporting older people. We’re delighted with the pilot’s success, which has secured over £240000 in one-off as well as ongoing, long-term financial support for…
Young people face higher levels of unemployment than the UK average, worsening poverty, damaging mental health and increasing the risk of being drawn into dangerous gang situations. Through our Life Chances campaign, we’re helping young people to secure qualifications and…
Monowara Begum Ali’s daughter attends Colombia Primary School. Six months ago she and her daughter received a free laptop and broadband as part of the Connecting Communities Project. “The project has made a real impact to my child’s development. I…
Joining a walking group is a really simple way to combat loneliness, make new friends and take time to unwind. However, for some people, being able to leave their homes, go for a walk and socialise is not so simple….
When Nizam Uddin was in his early 20s, he joined EECF’s Community Self-Help scheme, a capacity-building and employment programme which we ran in partnership with New City College (previously Tower Hamlets College). Now, 25 years on, he manages St Matthias…
In this third interview, CEO Tracey Walsh talks about why our collaborative-giving model of funding is so important to tackling deprivation, and how strong relationships with communities – and passion for building lasting change – are key to our success….
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