We love helping to make a difference to the lives of those people living in our community. Here are just some of the truly deserving causes that have benefited from our support in recent years.
KidsBank Chester
KidsBank Chester collect new and pre-loved items for babies and children – equipment, clothes, toys and toiletries, and distribute them to struggling families across the area.
In 2021, we were delighted to approve their three-year grant application for £45,000 to support them to move into their current and much bigger premises in Garden Lane, Chester. This new site has enabled the charity to go from strength to strength and help even more struggling families.
If you would like to donate any items or just want to find out more about the great work Kidsbank Chester, have a look at their website.
The Bren Project
The Bren Project is a small, independent charity offering people with learning disabilities and autism the opportunity to experience supported, bespoke work placements in Chester and the surrounding area.
People with learning difficulties and autism can be some of the most isolated and marginalised people in society and can face many barriers when trying to access employment which The Bren Project sets out to change.
We were delighted to be able to support The Bren Project in 2023 so that they could support more than fifty individuals through their programme.
If you would like to find out more about the amazing work they do or, how you could help please visit their website.
NeuroMuscular Centre, Winsford
The NeuroMuscular Centre in Winsford provides a range of unique services and specialist advice with the sole aim of improving the quality of life for adults with neuromuscular conditions, including muscular dystrophy.
In 2023 our grant helped them to purchase a vital piece of equipment that lifts someone when they have fallen, helping to maintain their independence, dignity and minimise physical injury to themselves and their carers.
Have a look at their website to find out more about what they do.
Cycling Without Age
Cycling Without Age helps the elderly connect with the community and nature and reduce feelings of loneliness with intergenerational benefits.
They do this by using bikes called trishaws which have a large seat at the front which are pedalled by volunteers called pilots with elderly residents sitting comfortably in the front.
In 2022 we supported Cycling Without Age Chester with funds that would help them to recruit more people to cycle their trishaws so that they can support even more elderly people in the local area.
To find out more or to volunteer have a look at their website.
Fallen Angels Dance Theatre
Based in Chester, Fallen Angels are the only charity in the UK to provide exceptional dance theatre experiences for people in recovery from addiction.
In 2024 we were delighted to continue our support for their work by providing further funds towards an outreach worker to help them connect with more people in recovery who need their vital help.
You can find out more about the great work they do on their website.
Blacon Beacon
Blacon Beacon helps individuals and families who are struggling with the rising cost of living by offering food advice and cooking courses to help them attain nutritious food at a reasonable and affordable price. They also provide an invaluable onsite foodbank.
In 2022 we donated over £10,000 to them to employ an administrative assistant to help reach even more people who needed this vital service.
To get involved or find out more about the great work they do have a look at their website.
