Hampshire Cultural Trust
At The Willis Museum in Basingstoke, our £400 grant is supporting a community-led exhibition, organised by Hampshire Cultural Trust (registered charity no: 1158583) 'I Grew Up in the 90s'. Local memories and archive photographs will be brought together to tell the story of the decade in Basingstoke, with funding helping to create a high-quality display that visitors can engage with.
The Fellowship of St Ethelwold
Our £500 donation will support improvements to a well-used riverside garden situated at St Ethelwold's House (registered charity no: 1179427), including rebuilding the river wall and enhancing seating and access. The project will help ensure the space can continue to be enjoyed by visitors for years to come.
Winchester Pregnancy Crisis Centre
Our donation of £500 will support the continuation of free counselling services at Winchester Pregnancy Crisis Centre (registered charity no: 1179212). The charity provides a safe and supportive space for individuals dealing with unplanned pregnancy, miscarriage or abortion, ensuring people don’t have to face these challenges alone.
The Boaz Project
The Boaz Project (registered charity no: 1121699), based in Winchester, has received £500 to support its “Hands Together” initiative, helping adults with learning disabilities into work placements. The project focuses on building confidence, with funding going towards helping participants travel to placements.
New Projects Association
Situated in Basingstoke, New Projects Association (registered charity no: 1210893) are a charity providing free performing arts activities to enhance creative and cultural experiences for children and young people. With our donation of £500, young people in Basingstoke will have the opportunity to take part in a "Show in a Day" theatre project, creating and performing their own piece, guided by a professional theatre lead, to perform to their friends and family.
Winchester Poetry Festival
The Winchester Poetry Festival (registered charity no: 1150997) will use a £400 contribution to support its 2026 Poetry Day at The Arc. With a focus on inclusion, the funding will help make the event more accessible, encouraging wider participation from people who may not typically engage with poetry.
Basingstoke and Alton Cardic Rehabilitation Charity
With our donation of £500 to Basingstoke and Alton Cardiac Rehabilitation Charity, five cardiac patients will be able to take part in a structured rehabilitation programme designed to support recovery and improve heart health. Through guided exercise and assessments, the programme helps individuals rebuild confidence and take positive steps towards long-term wellbeing.
Alton Lions
Alton Lions will use their £500 award to support their annual Car Show on Saturday 22 August. The free event is a well-loved fixture in the town, bringing people together while raising funds for St Michael’s Hospice Care at Home. The funding will help ensure the event runs smoothly and remains accessible to all.
