Community support scheme

The communities in which our branch network operates form the heart of the Society.

We are committed to giving something back to the communities in which our members and staff live and work. Each year we take part in a number of community events and help by giving donations and sponsorship to community organisations, groups and teams.

During the last year some of the events and groups we have supported include:

Previous projects supported

During the last year, some of the events and groups we have supported include

Autism Berkshire

Autism Berkshire delivers specialist training and social activities for children living with autism and their families.

Citizens Advice West Berkshire

Citizens Advice West Berkshire provides free, independent advice to local people about their rights and responsibilities.

Newbury District Swimming Club

Newbury District Swimming Club caters for those who want to swim for fun, as well as those competing in competitions.

The Countess of Brecknock Hospice

The Countess of Brecknock Hospice is a specialist palliative care unit based in Andover.

Wokingham Foodbank

Wokingham Foodbank is a volunteer run organisation which helps provide help to local people in need.

Boxford History Project

Boxford History Project is a community run by Boxford Parish Council.

Unity

Unity offers a range of services to help local charities become more sustainable.

Challengers

Challengers provides facilities in the South East of England for disabled children and young adults.

Treloar School

Treloar school is one of the country's leading providers of education, care, therapy, medical support and independence training for disabled young people.

Ufton Court Educational Trust

Ufton is an innovative charity that aims to change children’s lives through challenging and inspirational learning outside the classroom.

Didcot events

Didcot Events is a local non-for-profit community interest group, organiser's of the Didcot Christmas street fair.

Headway Oxfordshire

Headway Oxfordshire provides specialist information, advice and support to anyone in the county affected by an acquired brain injury.

Swings and Smiles

Swings and Smiles is local charity providing recreational facilities and services for families with special needs.

Parkinson's UK - Basingstoke

Parkinson's UK helps those living with Parkinson's to access the support they need.

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How can your community group apply for support?

Applications for our Community Support scheme funding are considered on a bi-annual basis and the deadlines for 2020 are as follows:

Spring/Summer: all applications must be submitted by Sunday 3 May 2020.

Autumn/Winter: all applications must be submitted by Sunday 1 November 2020. 

Unfortunately, we are unable to consider applications submitted after these deadline dates.

The panel's decision will be confirmed later in May and November.

We consider applications for assistance in a number of different categories, including those that:

• Promote and encourage sporting activities
• Promote and encourage activities in the arts
• Support education and development
• Benefit the environment

Typically award amounts are between £100 - £500. 

If you would like to apply for funding, donations or sponsorship please read our leaflet and complete the online application form available in the right side menu. Once completed, you can email it to us or drop into any branch.