Their everyday shopping can transform into a continual income stream for your organisation. You can raise up to £100 over a year, just from one person doing their weekly food shop, raise up to £45 each time someone switches their household bills, and raise up to £60 when they book a holiday.

Find out how this free service works here: www.easyfundraising.org.uk/merthyr-tydfil

Deadline – 5pm, Thursday 28th March 2024

Supported by the Welsh Government Regional Integration Fund.

Small Grants:  Grants of up to £150,000 pa for a 2 year delivery period are available for projects led by voluntary and community groups/organisations based and working in Bridgend, Merthyr Tydfil or Rhondda Cynon Taff.

Purpose:

• Combat loneliness and isolation of people living with dementia, their family and Carers

• Prevent unnecessary access to statutory services/support discharge
• Support beneficiary groups to maintain their health, wellbeing   and independence
• Helping community and voluntary organisations build capacity

Application Form and Guidelines available from vamt.net/en/services/funding/

For more information contact:

Anne Morris – Interlink: 07736 587912 amorris@interlinkrct.org.uk

Karen Vowles – VAMT: 07503 954158 karen.vowles@vamt.net

Laura Dadic – BAVO: 01656 810400 lauradadic@bavo.org.uk

Join Ara Recovery 4 All for a live webinar exploring the intersection of LGBTQ+ identity and gambling harm.

Aiming to break down barriers for LGBTQ+ individuals accessing services and make treatment more inclusive and accessible.

They will raise awareness about the unique challenges faced by LGBTQ+ individuals who struggle with gambling harm, while also highlighting the importance of support, understanding, and inclusion within our communities. Additionally, they will delve into how this subject impacts young people within the LGBTQ+ community, acknowledging their specific needs and experiences.

Through insightful discussions with a panel of experts and personal stories from those with lived experiences, they hope to promote understanding, offer resources, and inspire positive change in addressing gambling harm within the LGBTQ+ community.

Sign up on Eventbrite by clicking here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/understanding-and-addressing-gambling-challenges-in-the-lgbtq-community-tickets-862288657587?aff=oddtdtcreator

Brought to you by ARA Recovery 4 All and the English Gambling Education Hub.

 https://www.recovery4all.co.uk/    https://egeh.org/

Free, confidential advice & support for anyone affected by gambling in Wales and the South West of England.

For any questions, please contact Kate Hicks on katehicks@recoveryall.co.uk