Community Catalysts is supporting thousands of community micro-enterprises across the UK who help provide a light to the lives of people living alone. 30th July is ‘International Day of Friendship’, and what better way of celebrating this special day than by giving time to call in on people in your community who are living alone?

The Ford Britain Trust offers both small and larger grants to organisations across the UK, paying special attention to projects focusing on education, environment, children, the disabled, youth activities, and projects that provide clear benefits to the local communities close to their UK locations.

Fran Lowden bids farewell to her time at Community Catalysts, and reflects on her past experience and future role.

Home Instead Charities run a grant programme to support local community events which enhance and enrich the lives of people over the age of 55, for example helping them to combat loneliness and isolation, or ensuring they stay fit and active.

Community Catalysts Cardiff have partnered with Focus Futures to offer comprehensive support and advice. Focus Futures provide funded assistance and help enterprises to access potential grants and funding.

Cumbria Social Enterprise Partnership (CSEP) have announced that they have funding available through their new UKSPF & REPF programmes. This initiative is designed to provide comprehensive business support and potential access to grants for social enterprises in the Cumbria region.

We are delighted to announce that our first Community Micro-Enterprise (CME) for the Westminster project has met our ‘Doing It Right’ standards and is ready to join Small Good Stuff!

We all meet and interact with people every day at work, at home, and in our communities. ‘Making Every Contact Count’ (MECC) uses these interactions to support people in making positive changes to their physical and mental health, as well as general wellbeing.

Community Catalysts held their third community event at the Delaney’s Nightclub and Music Venue in the centre of Wantage town, which led onto their first Advisory Group Meeting.

Annette, your new Community Catalyst for Wrexham, has started in her role.

Community Catalysts Cardiff would like to highlight our efforts in addressing loneliness and isolation. With loneliness affecting so many individuals in our community, it’s crucial to take action.

At Community Catalysts, we believe that carers deserve all the support and recognition they can get. That’s why we are committed to providing resources, guidance, and assistance to carers across Cardiff, including our free Development Programme.