Harrogate and District Community Action
Harrogate and District Community Action – Harrogate & District Community Action (HADCA) is an independent local charity that supports communities, charities and volunteers across the Harrogate district, including Harrogate, Knaresborough, Ripon, Nidderdale, Masham and Boroughbridge. Its mission is to help make the district a great place to live and work by strengthening the voluntary and community sector.
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E-Bulletin 2026 ISSUE 26 – 15 September
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FUNDING
1. North Yorkshire CRF (Crisis and Resilience Fund) Community Food Resilience Grants Scheme – upcoming deadline
The CRF is a three-year programme which builds on previous Household Support Fund (HSF) investment and supports the continued shift from crisis-led food provision towards preventative, resilience-building approaches.
Through two funding strands (Capacity & Capability Building and Delivery Grants) the scheme will support community organisations to:
• Address the root causes of food insecurity
• Reduce reliance on emergency food provision
• Strengthen local systems and partnerships
• Support households to become more financially resilient and independent.
All applicants are encouraged to read the guidance carefully before completing their submission. Successful applicants will be required to demonstrate how funding has been used and the outcomes achieved.
Completed applications (on the correct template in word format), together with all required supporting information, should be submitted electronically to stronger.communities@northyorks.gov.uk
Application for Capacity & Capability Building Grant
Application for a Delivery Grant
Deadline: 12 noon, 18 September 2026.
Late applications will not be considered unless agreed in advance by the Communities Team.
2. The Building Resilience Through Digital Inclusion Grants Scheme
Grants of up to £10,000 for projects that help North Yorkshire residents improve their digital skills, confidence and access to online services.
This funding could be particularly valuable for rural communities where digital exclusion can contribute to isolation and make it harder for residents to access essential services.
Projects could include:
- Loaning tablets or digital devices to residents who do not have access to suitable equipment.
- Creating digital access points in community buildings.
- Providing free Wi-Fi in community venues to improve local access to online services.
- Running digital support sessions to help residents access council services, healthcare information, benefits and other essential online resources.
- Training local volunteers to become Digital Champions who can offer one-to-one support within the community.
If you would like to discuss ideas or criteria please contact Michael Fletcher on Michael.Fletcher@CommunityFirstYorkshire.org.uk
Deadline: 9 October 2026.
3. Gilly’s Development Grants for Small Charities
Gilly’s offers grants of up to £5,000 to small charities in North Yorkshire supporting people experiencing disadvantage due to ill health, disability, social isolation, caring responsibilities or other challenging circumstances. Small charities are those mostly powered by volunteers with perhaps a handful of paid staff and rooted in their community.
Grants are designed to support organisations to develop, strengthen and grow their work, helping them take the next step in supporting their communities, turning ideas into reality.
Funding can support a wide range of development activities including equipment, facilities, training, service improvements or other investments that help organisations become stronger and more sustainable.
The Trust are friendly and approachable and happy to chat with anyone who is unsure whether they should apply – just email Joy at info@gillianstevensontrustuk.org
Deadline: 30 September 2026.
4. Northern Powergrid Foundation’s Warm Spaces Support Fund
Eligible organisations can apply for grants of £250 to £1,000 to help maintain, enhance or expand existing warm hub and warm space activities.
The fund is open to: Registered charities, CICs, CIOs and constituted voluntary organisations with annual income eligibility £50,000. Priority for organisations operating within the 30% most deprived areas in England (IMD Deciles 1 to 3).
There is a flexible approach that allows organisations to apply for the items, equipment and resources that will make the greatest difference to their warm space provision
Organisations must already operate an established warm hub or warm space that:
- Provides at least one session per week during the winter months
- Offers a warm, safe and welcoming place to sit and connect
- Provides access to a hot drink
- Can demonstrate that the service is actively promoted through channels such as social media, posters, leaflets or a website
Organisations do not need to be registered with the Warm Welcome Network to apply.
Applications will be assessed on a rolling basis and there is no fixed closing date.
However, as this is a pilot programme, the fund is limited to 60 applications and may close once either:60 applications have been received, or All available funding has been allocated.
5. The Souter Charitable Trust
The Trust aims to support people and communities who are vulnerable or lack access to support. Grants, typically £1,000 to £3,000 are intended to help charities provide practical help and improve both physical and spiritual wellbeing.
Deadline: 24 September.
Small grants of up to £2,500 to help charities improve their digital presence.
Supporting charities with an annual turnover of under £1 million, they offer funding for a wide range of digital projects – whether that’s building a new website, developing online resources, or improving digital accessibility.
Deadline: 30 September.
7. Royal Academy of Engineering: Ingenious Public Engagement Grants
Project grants of £3,000 to £30,000 for creative projects that engage the public, especially underrepresented groups, with engineering. Projects must involve engineers in their development or delivery. Applications welcome from youth charities, alongside schools, colleges and universities.
Deadline: 23 September 2026.
8. One Stop Community Partnership
Grants of up to £500 plus a tailored package of ongoing support for community groups operating within two miles of a One Stop store, helping them deliver projects that strengthen their local area.
The programme supports organisations working to tackle food poverty, support vulnerable or elderly people, assist low‑income families, run youth sports teams, reduce or recycle waste, or improve the environment.
Successful applicants receive an initial grant and then work with their local One Stop Store Team to develop a longer‑term partnership plan.
Next deadline: 30 September.
9. Electrical Safety First: Electrical Safety Fund
Grants of up to £10,000 (the maximum is expected only in exceptional cases) to support charities, community groups, local authorities, emergency services, housing providers and other non-profit organisations across the UK to deliver projects that reduce the risk of electrical accidents and improve public safety, including electrical product testing and repair events, awareness campaigns, educational workshops, community outreach and home safety visits.
Deadline: 27 September 2026
10. Tipping Point UK: Grassroots Action Micro-Fund
Micro-grants of £50 to £250 (average around £100) to help grassroots groups organise bigger, bolder and more regular action for climate justice.
One-off grants of £10,000 to £100,000 in in three areas of special interest: health, heritage and music.
Under the health theme, applications are accepted for projects that address acute conditions, such as:
- pre-hospital care
- life-saving equipment/training/intervention
- suicide prevention services
In addition, the temporary focus areas for 2027-2028 are:
- rehabilitation or aftercare for physical trauma or surgery
- promotion of wellbeing through the creation or enhancement of green spaces
- oral and dental health outreach, in particular provision of dental services for homeless and other vulnerable people and in rural areas.
12. The Toy Trust
Grants generally of £5,000 or less for registered charities for equipment and services helping disadvantaged and disabled children aged under 13 and their families; projects should run for at least 12 months.
Next deadline: Mid-November 2026.
13. The New Allotment Site Fund
Green Allotments is funding the purchase of land for new non-profit allotment sites in England. They will fund up to £50,000 per acre for new allotment land. The New Allotment Site Fund is best suited to residents who want to create a new allotment site and are prepared to get involved in management of the new allotments on a voluntary basis. Awards of money are not made.
14. Henry Smith Foundation: Maternity Equity Fund
Flexible grants up to £185,000 over 3 years to registered charities and not-for-profit organisations with an annual income of £20,000 to £1.5 million, delivering preventative maternity support during pregnancy and birth.
The Fund will fund organisations to support improved outcomes for:
- Communities experiencing the greatest maternity inequities including Black, Asian, and Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities.
- Communities in geographical areas of highest deprivation, including in rural areas.
- People experiencing complex and multiple disadvantages, including existing and antenatal mental health needs.
Deadline for Expression of Interest: 14 October 2026.
Grants of up to £50,000 for defined projects that open higher education and legal careers to under-represented groups, build the support around those individuals, or dismantle structural barriers into the profession, with a focus on areas of lower social mobility.
Deadline: 30 September 2026, or earlier if the Foundation judges it already has enough strong applications.
16. Historic England: Heritage at Risk Capital Fund (Round 2)
Grants of up to £1 million for capital works that repair historic buildings and sites at risk in England and bring them back into use. Eligible costs include conservation and repair work, professional fees, VAT that cannot be recovered, adaptations for accessibility or new uses, and urgent works to secure and protect empty buildings.
Deadline: Expression of interest by 18 September; full applications by 30 October 2026.
17. Morrisons Foundation: Connecting Communities Grant Scheme
Grants of up to £20,000 for registered charities, which can fully fund a capital project, to breathe new life into the spaces where communities meet, from building renovations and improvements to outdoor areas to fixed equipment such as boilers, security systems and stairlifts. Priority goes to smaller charities with annual income under £1 million.
18. CharityGiving Annual Grant
Five causes will each secure £10,000.
Eligible charities should:
- be UK-based (not a CIC)
- spend their funds on UK-based causes only
- have received less than £1m in income and had less than £1m of expenditure in the last financial year
- have been registered for more than one year, with published accounts
- employ 50 or fewer full-time staff
Deadline: 25 September 2026.
19. Riverhorse Trust
Grants of £1,000 to £5,000 for UK registered charities with annual income under £100,000, usable flexibly for project costs, core running costs or essential overheads, or for a service, activity or equipment, under the Trust’s three themes of Relief, Change and Strength.
Deadline: end of September.
Grants of up to £3,000 for registered charities (turnover under £1m) delivering public arts or heritage events and festivals that bring people together in shared spaces.
Support for grassroots, well managed projects that improve access for people facing barriers, reduce isolation and encourage participation. Eligible work includes community festivals, public exhibitions, performances and creative activities involving excluded groups.
Deadline 30 September 2026.
21. HADCA Fundraising Network
Tuesday 22 September, 10.30am – 12noon at Harrogate Community House
Are you involved in fundraising in your organisation? Come and join our informal Fundraising Network. It’s a great chance to chat about fundraising challenges, swap tips and help signpost people to useful resources, training and support.
Please book your place on Eventbrite so we know how many biscuits to put out!
22. Trusts & Foundations Funding: Expert Advice from a Grant Assessor, Funder and The List Author
29 September, 10-11.30am
Join a practical and insight-packed FREE 90-minute webinar bringing together leading voices from across the fundraising and grant-making landscape.
23. Modernising Wills: The shift charities need to plan for
Wednesday 23 September 2026, 12pm to 1pm
Join this FREE practical one-hour online session to unpack the Law Commission’s reform proposals, explore how digital-first Wills are reshaping who makes a Will and when, and discover what electronic Wills mean for how charities ask supporters to leave a legacy.
You’ll discover clear, actionable insight on where legacy fundraising is headed and how your organisation can stay ahead.
24. Words that inspire giving: Copywriting for fundraisers
23 September, 10:00 – 12:00, online
Whether it’s a donation appeal, an event invite or a supporter thank you, the words you choose can make all the difference.
In this practical Media Trust workshop, learn how to write ethically, empathetically and with your audience in mind. You’ll explore how to craft fundraising messages that resonate with supporters while staying true to your charity’s voice and values.
25. How to Find Funding with Charity Excellence
Friday, 25 September, 1pm to 2.15pm online
How to get the best out of Charity Excellence, including the tips and tricks used to find and secure funding. No prior knowledge or experience required.
Charity Excellence is a Free One-Stop-Shop For Charity Funding, Policies, Help & Resources.
HAVE YOUR SAY
26. We’d love to hear your feedback
- Have you received grants, benefited from training or new networking opportunities, found someone the support they need, or found a job or volunteering opportunity because of reading our bulletin? We’d love to know!
- What would you change to make updates more helpful and relevant to you?
- What do find most valuable?
Your feedback will help make sure you are happy with our local information service and help secure support for local services to continue.
Our survey is only 4 short questions and will take just a couple of minutes.
The survey is anonymous and you don’t need to give your details unless you wish to receive a response.
Please complete our survey here or simply email us hadca@hadca.org.uk
Thank you very much for your time!
27. Have your say on the new Local Transport Plan – York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority want to hear from you and the people you work with.
This plan sets out the long-term vision for transport across York and North Yorkshire, helping to shape future investment and improvements across the region.
The organisations Haskoning and Rocket Science are leading on the consultation, speaking with people to seek feedback to ensure it reflects the needs and priorities of everyone who lives, works and travels in the region.
Transport is about much more than getting from A to B. It connects us to family, friends, education, jobs, healthcare, and leisure – we all rely on transport whenever we step out our front door, whether that’s walking, wheeling, cycling, taking the bus or train, or driving.
How to get involved
Share your views via the online survey, join a webinar or drop-in event.
More information and the survey at: https://yorknorthyorks-ca.gov.uk/local-transport-plan-consultation/
The public consultation runs until 4 November 2026.
The Great Harrogate Transport Fair with Zero Carbon Harrogate
Tuesday 22 September, from 5pm to 8:30pm at West Park Centre
This free event will bring together local transport organisations, businesses and community groups. Visitors can find out more about the transport options, programmes, benefits and discounts available locally, as well as what is being planned.
From 7pm, the York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority team will present the new Mayor’s Local Transport Plan. Everyone welcome to hear the plans and have their say. Drop in for an hour, stay for the evening or simply pop in to see what’s happening.
Find out more and register for the Transport Fair
28. Shaping home care services in North Yorkshire survey
North Yorkshire Council are reviewing how they arrange and purchase home care services and want to hear your views on a proposed new home care framework for North Yorkshire.
The proposals aim to support high-quality home care services now and in the future, with local providers working together to deliver reliable, sustainable care that helps people live well at home.
Whether you receive home care yourself, support someone who does, work in care services, or simply have an interest in the future of home care in North Yorkshire, the Council would like to hear from you.
Your feedback will help understand the impact of the proposed changes and help shape future home care arrangements across North Yorkshire. No final decisions have been made and all views are welcome.
The consultation closes on 16 October 2026.
There is an Easy Read version of the survey here
TRAINING, LEARNING & EVENTS
29. Save A Life September and Restart A Heart Day – Free sessions
St John Ambulance are offering the chance to host a community education session to increase awareness and skills covering basic life support, CPR, AED awareness, choking, bleeding and incident management. The content can be tailored to suit the time you have available or for your specific audience.
If you are interested in hosting a session, please contact Clare.Crebbin@sja.org.uk
These sessions are free of charge, but St John Ambulance would like the opportunity to raise funds to support their work and enable them to continue offering the sessions.
30. Yorkshire Energy Doctor CIC – Heating For Health
Online sessions dates in September and October
Free, CPD-certified training to health and social care practitioners across Yorkshire.
The one-hour online session will help you:
• Identify who may be at risk of ill health from living in a cold home
• Ask people about keeping safe, warm and well at home
• Understand what support is available and where to refer people for further help
• Learn about measures including the Priority Services Register and carbon monoxide risks
The training is suitable for health visitors, occupational therapists, community nurses and midwives, social workers, care coordinators, carers, mental health workers and social prescribers/link workers.
If you have a team of 6+ people who would benefit, standalone online sessions can also be arranged.
31. Getting started with AI for leaders – A free self-serve course from CAST
Many charity leaders recognise the importance of AI, but haven’t had the time to explore the tools fully. Meanwhile, their teams may already be experimenting, making it increasingly important for leaders to feel able to engage in the conversation, ask the right questions and understand the opportunities and risks.
This new course will give an understanding of what AI is, guide you through practical, hands-on experience of using an AI tool (Claude) – and provide you with a host of useful onward resources.
32. Working with neurodivergent clients
1 October, 2-4pm online
Gain practical tools and confidence to reduce barriers and better support neurodivergent people. You’ll develop your understanding of neurodiversity and learn key terminology at this free session.
33. Managing volunteers
22 September, 10am-4.30pm in Tadcaster
From recruitment and induction to support and recognition, this practical training will help you develop your volunteer management skills.
34. Everything you need to know about being a trustee but were afraid to ask
30 September, 10am-12:30pm online
This interactive training helps trustees understand governance and legal duties, giving you the skills to make a real impact on your board.
35. Social media strategy and objective setting
22 September, 10am – 12noon online
An informative and practical hands‑on session, where you’ll learn how to set meaningful objectives, develop a tailored strategy and create a social media guidebook your whole organisation can rely on.
LOCAL NEWS, ACTIVITIES & SERVICES
36. New resident-led grant making panel for Bilton & Woodfield – still time to get involved
Do you live or work in Bilton and Woodfield? Care about your community? Want to take an active role in helping improve it?
Along with our friends at The Shears Foundation, HADCA is inviting local people to become part of a panel of residents who get a say in how funding can make a difference to your community.
Work together with others to shape priorities, learn about local projects, assess grant applications and decide how grants are awarded to support the local community.
We want to create a diverse panel which represents a wide variety of views and experiences from the local area. Anyone age 14+ is encouraged to get involved.
Please pass on this opportunity to anyone who may be interested and please share this flier.
Join our online Zoom meeting on Thursday 17 September at 7pm or if you can’t attend but would like further information, please contact Carla carla@shearsfoundation.org
To find out more, get the Zoom link and to make an application to join the panel visit https://hadca.org.uk/bilton-and-woodfield
37. HADCA Intro Session
Join us on Thursday 17 September, 11am -12noon on Zoom
Free for an hour? We’d love to share how we bring people together, how we can help and how you can get involved if you live, work or would like to volunteer locally.
Everyone welcome, especially anyone new to the area or in a new role with a local charity, business, council, health or care service.
The sessions are free, last one hour and are packed with info about HELP; Community Fit; Help Out; Power of 10; Harrogate Community House; THE LOCAL LOTTO; our Where To Turn and Volunteering Directories, and much more!
Please book your free place here
Dedicated mental health and emotional wellbeing support for men and individuals identifying as male aged 18 and over experiencing stress, anxiety, low mood, bereavement or other life challenges across North Yorkshire.
The project offers up to six free confidential support sessions and provides a welcoming, non-judgmental space where men can access support when they feel ready.
Support can include:
- General wellbeing and emotional support
- Stress, anxiety and low mood
- Relationship difficulties and life challenges
- Bereavement and loss
- General life events.
Download a flier and find referral forms at https://justb.org.uk/services/just-b-male/
Additional individual or group counselling support for individuals within your community or services may be able to be provided.
39. Swift advice drop-ins for Migrants in North Yorkshire
The next local date is 16 September, 1-3pm at Chain Lane Community Hub in Knaresborough.
The drop-in sessions are led by North Yorkshire Citizens Advice and Law Centre, on behalf of the Swift Project. Free and independent advice and support on issues such as immigration and visa status, housing, benefits enquiries, budgeting and finances and much more.
The Swift Website has a range of useful information for Migrants relocating to North Yorkshire www.swiftnorthyorkshire.co.uk
Call The Swift Team 01748 902902 or the Free Adviceline 0808 278 7900. Interpreters are available.
40. The Sibling Group – Supporting brothers & sisters of children with additional needs
Monthly groups and trips in Harrogate for children aged 5–16 who have a brother or sister with additional needs. Sessions give a safe, understanding space to meet other children who “get it”, make friends, and simply be themselves. Activities include arts and crafts, sports, games, baking, sensory play, music and days out.
Oscar’s Pathway is a specialist sensory day service at Rossett School for young people and adults with complex needs.
Download a leaflet and for more information contact thesiblinggroup.info@gmail.com
41. Live with Pride – Harrogate Pride Group for young people aged 11-18 years
Last Wednesday of the month, 5-7pm and also a new WhatsApp community
Email stacey.smith11@northyorks.gov.uk or contact 07974 406516.
42. Men’s Mental Health Group – Out and Active Men
Fridays, 10 am – 3 pm
Living Potential Community Gardens, off Trip Lane, near Wetherby, LS22 4HZ – click here for Google Map
A fully inclusive group, welcoming of all men / masculine identifying people regardless of ethnicity, birth gender or sexuality who are aged over 18 and living in North Yorkshire.
For those who want to maintain or improve their mental health, there will be fresh air, support, greenery and the chance to get your hands dirty, developing a Community Garden, helping with planting, DIY and animal care in a low/no-pressure, supportive environment.
Contact Andy, Head Grower, for more information and to arrange a visit on 07724 544359, and find a leaflet, contact form and more information at https://www.livingpotentialcarefarming.org.uk/mens-mental-health-group
There’s also an opportunity to join Living Potential for fun, food, and fresh apples at their Apple and Harvest Festival, on 20 September and help celebrate their 10-year anniversary!
43. Free self-employment support in York & North Yorkshire
Self-employment specialists, Momentic, are running a fully funded business support programme for economically inactive residents of York & North Yorkshire aged 16–64. Part of the Rise2Thrive/Trailblazer initiative – funded by the York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority – the programme provides tailored 1-2-1 in-person support from an experienced Business Advisor, alongside expert webinars covering core business topics over 12–16 weeks.
Momentic has also launched a new pre-enterprise support programme dedicated to Veterans, Unpaid Carers and Migrants/Refugees considering self-employment, designed to build confidence, resilience and work readiness. Both programmes run until 31 March 2027.
To refer someone or find out more, complete the Momentic Trailblazer Referral Form or contact Steven Lydiatt at steven.lydiatt@momentic.co.uk or 07882 816652.
44. North Yorkshire Together FEAST+
This pilot programme will give young people aged 16–24 who are not currently in education, employment or training (NEET) somewhere to go, practical activities to get involved in, and the support of trusted youth workers. The programme will help young people build confidence, develop new skills and take positive next steps towards education, training, volunteering or employment.
The 6-week pilot will be delivered in 3 locations in North Yorkshire, including at Rural Arts in Thirsk from 21 September.
Leaflet for young people
FEAST+ Referral Partner Guidance Notes
45. The Settling in Service (SIS): building connections for military families
Support for newly arrived military families across North Yorkshire to settle, connect and feel at home in their new communities.
The service provides practical information, tailored support and community connections. Families can access a telephone call or home visit with a Project Adviser, a bespoke digital guide ‘Your First 30 Days in North Yorkshire’ and support from a trained volunteer with first-hand experience of military life and relocation.
The service is now developing its programme of community events, including Welcome Walks, giving new families the opportunity to meet others, explore their local area and build connections.
46. Volunteering opportunities of the week with Nidderdale Museum and New Beginnings Peer Support
Do you have an interest in history and our local heritage? Would you like to join a friendly team and help keep a fantastic local museum open? As a Steward at Nidderdale Museum you will be taking entrance tickets and ensuring everyone enjoys their visit.
Do you enjoy a good walk in nature and putting the world to rights? Can you give a couple of hours each week? As a New Beginnings Skipton Peer Walk and Talk Volunteer you will be supporting women who have lived through domestic abuse, helping them focus on wellbeing.
From 16 –19 September, Harrogate BID is bringing businesses, volunteers, community groups and partner organisations together for Harrogate Action Days, four days of practical action across the town, bringing the community together to work on projects that will help make Harrogate look even better.
The deadline to take part has passed but the aim is for Harrogate Action Days to become a regular opportunity for the community to come together, make a visible difference and take pride in the town we all share – so watch this space!
48. Follifoot Park Disabled Riders Group 40th Anniversary Free Open Afternoon
Sunday 20 September 1.30-4pm
The Open Day will include riding demonstrations, carriage rides, games and refreshments, as well as celebrating the history of the charity and Follifoot Park Riding Centre.
Current and former riders, families, volunteers, supporters and local residents are invited to attend.
49. Macmillan Coffee Morning at Harrogate Community House
Tuesday 22 September, drop in 1.30-3.30pm
We’re inviting our Community House friends along to enjoy coffee, tea and cake, with all donations to MacMillan Cancer Support.
HADCA is proud to be part of a local network helping people affected by cancer, and their families and friends, access information, support and community connections close to home. As a Community Beacon for the Sir Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre, we are a visible focal point in the local community, helping people find out about the support available and connecting them with the right services.
Our friends at The Sir Robert Ogden Macmillan Centre team are also holding a Macmillan Coffee Morning on 24 September, with some great raffle prizes!
50. Under One Sky
Friday 30 October – Wednesday 4 November, 10.00am – 3.00pm
Gracious St. Methodist Church. Knaresborough HG5 8AN
Behind every journey is an individual story. Under One Sky brings together a series of photographic portraits and first-hand experiences of refugees who have legally settled in North Yorkshire, giving a human face to stories that are too often encountered only through headlines.
Discover more about the people behind those stories. Learn something of the journeys they have made and the lives they are now building in North Yorkshire.
Free for everyone. Go along and take a closer look.
51. The Harrogate Competitive Festival for Music, Speech & Drama 90th Anniversary Gala Concert
Saturday 24 October at 7:00pm
St Mark’s Church, Harrogate
An unforgettable evening of music, singing and drama celebrating the incredible talent of performers from across the festival community. Tickets: Adults £10. Children Free.
52. PhysioNet Marks Its 200th Overseas Shipment
North Yorkshire charity PhysioNet reached a remarkable milestone on 12 September, when volunteers at its Gelsthorpe depot near York loaded the charity’s 200th overseas shipment of disability and rehabilitation equipment.
The landmark consignment is for Moldova, containing 790 items, including wheelchairs, walking aids and other specialist equipment. Although its current estimated value is around £12,200, replacing the equipment new would cost at least £120,000.
PhysioNet was founded in North Yorkshire in 2005 and is run entirely by volunteers. It collects disability and rehabilitation equipment no longer required in the UK, checks and prepares it, and sends it to trusted organisations overseas where it can transform lives.
There are many ways you can get involved with PhysioNet’s work Find out more
Local voluntary and community sector job opportunities
Opportunities to work with HADCA member organisations and our partners will appear on our HADCA website
Resurrected Bites CIC – Part-Time Café Manager – 8 hours – Knaresborough (closing date 16 September)
Yorkshire Dance – Front of House Team Member (closing date 28 September)
Yorkshire Dance – Front of House Duty Manager (closing date 28 September)
Dancing for Well-Being – General Manager (closing date 30 September)
Harrogate Homeless Project – Activities Officer (closing date 4 October)
Harrogate Homeless Project – Women’s Support Worker (closing date 4 October)
Harrogate Homeless Project – Financial Controller (closing date 4 October)
Harrogate Homeless Project – Life Skills Coach (closing date 4 October)
Harrogate Homeless Project – Administration Officer (closing date 4 October)
Disability Action Yorkshire – Independent Living Support Worker (closing date 6 November)
Ripon YMCA – Session Youth Support Worker
North Yorkshire Youth – Youth Worker
If you would like your opportunity to appear, you can Add a Job to our website. This is a free service for HADCA member organisations.
To the best of our knowledge, the information contained in these updates is correct at the time of circulation. HADCA cannot accept responsibility for any errors or omissions.
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