Building a brighter future

6th September 2021

“When I made the decision to leave my abusive husband, I was confused and felt terrified, I didn’t know what to do or where to get the right support for … Continue reading “Building a brighter future”

A service that changes lives

17th December 2020

The service and support provided by Copeland Age and Advice Service (CAAS) is life changing according to one of its beneficiaries who received over £3,000 of backdated allowances he was … Continue reading “A service that changes lives”

Healing minds through green fingers

27th February 2019

Thanks to a grant of £15,000 from the Cumbria Fund and Holehird Trust over three years, Growing Well has been able to replace essential gardening items, provide new volunteer safety … Continue reading “Healing minds through green fingers”

School students steaming ahead for work

6th February 2019

Volunteers from the South Tynedale Railway Preservation Society are committed to preserving the community railway, linking Alston Moor with South Tynedale and the wider North Pennines. Youngsters at the local … Continue reading “School students steaming ahead for work”

Feeling hot, hot, hot!

17th January 2019

It’s going to be warm and cosy for the members and staff at Chrysalis in Wigton this winter thanks to a £16,272 grant from the Cumbria Fund. The charity, which … Continue reading “Feeling hot, hot, hot!”

Bringing the community together

7th January 2019

The recruitment of a Development Worker at Cumbria Deaf Association has increased the confidence of Barrow’s deaf community. Thanks to a £7,500 grant from the Cumbria Fund, 100 people have … Continue reading “Bringing the community together”

Open House

18th December 2018

With homelessness on the rise in South Lakeland, a three year grant of £14,608 to Kendal-based charity, Manna House, will ensure vulnerable people continue to receive support. Based on Ann … Continue reading “Open House”

Keeping healthy with exercise

17th December 2018

Hundreds of people in Carlisle are improving their physical and mental health thanks to a £5,855 grant from the Cumbria Fund. iCan Health and Fitness CIC is a community gym … Continue reading “Keeping healthy with exercise”

The Barrow project where time and skills are money

30th August 2018

A project which sees residents giving up their time to help other people out is building community cohesion in Barrow in Furness. Barrow Timebank, set up by Inspire Furness CIC, … Continue reading “The Barrow project where time and skills are money”

Fair and simple financial solutions for Eden and South Lakeland

23rd August 2018

Many households in Eden and South Lakeland are reliant on jobs in the farming and tourism industry, which are often low paid or on zero-hour contracts, and average household incomes … Continue reading “Fair and simple financial solutions for Eden and South Lakeland”

Cumbria Pride celebrating diversity

16th August 2018

Cumbria’s LGBT community can often feel isolated and excluded, with many people hiding their identity. Others experience discrimination and even violence and this can affect their health and wellbeing. Cumbria … Continue reading “Cumbria Pride celebrating diversity”

Creative grief workshops comfort bereaved parents

15th August 2018

Losing a baby is one of the most devastating experiences for any parent to cope with and they often do not have time to collect memories to remember their child … Continue reading “Creative grief workshops comfort bereaved parents”

East Cumbria Family Support Association – Keeping families together

29th March 2018

Eden is the most deprived district in Cumbria in terms of geographical barriers to services and families living in the area have the longest travel times to key services in … Continue reading “East Cumbria Family Support Association – Keeping families together”

Independent living for young Cumbrians

Recent government figures show homelessness is on the rise. Carlisle Key on Fisher Street aims to keep local young Cumbrians off the streets. The charity helps 16-25 years olds live … Continue reading “Independent living for young Cumbrians”

Community up-cycling project helps locals back to work

26th March 2018

A community project which up-cycles furniture is providing tailored support for people who need more help to undertake active and effective job seeking. The GWK Charity Shop on James Street … Continue reading “Community up-cycling project helps locals back to work”

A fitter future

14th March 2018

Imagine not being able to work, play sport or socialise. There are many people in our community who feel excluded from enjoying these things which most of us take for … Continue reading “A fitter future”

Always Another Way

1st February 2018

Young people in Copeland, struggling with their gender identity or sexuality, are now getting invaluable support to help them and their families understand their needs. Always Another Way received a … Continue reading “Always Another Way”

Inspiring creativity through recycling

11th December 2017

Kendal’s local community has been having fun gaining new skills and increasing in confidence through recycling, thanks to £5,680 from the Cumbria Fund and the Cumberland Building Society Charitable Foundation. … Continue reading “Inspiring creativity through recycling”

Fighting against food poverty

27th November 2017

King’s Food Bank has been feeding vulnerable people in Kendal thanks to £10,000 from the Cumbria Fund. People in the area go hungry every day for many reasons such as … Continue reading “Fighting against food poverty”

Well on the road to recovery

31st October 2017

Vulnerable women in Barrow and South Lakeland now have a safe haven to help them on the road to recovery. The Well Communities, based on Dalton Road in Barrow, has … Continue reading “Well on the road to recovery”

Young farmers reaping the benefits

30th October 2017

Young farmers all over the county can now afford to get the training they need to be safe at work, thanks to a £7,230 grant from the Cumbria Fund and … Continue reading “Young farmers reaping the benefits”

New lease of life for three Barrow men in need

4th May 2017

Three Barrow men, who previously found themselves homeless, have finally found a place to call home. Furness Homeless Support Group received £2,000 from Cumbria Fund to renovate a three bedroom house … Continue reading “New lease of life for three Barrow men in need”

Support for seriously ill children and their families

8th March 2017

Families with sick children regularly face long, draining journeys, often by public transport to attend hospital appointments, which can take full days, involve overnight stays and take one parent away … Continue reading “Support for seriously ill children and their families”

Lifeline for domestic violence victims in West Cumbria

3rd February 2017

On average, it takes 37 incidents before victims of domestic violence ask for help. West Cumbria Domestic Violence Support provides practical and emotional help to victims, survivors and perpetrators of … Continue reading “Lifeline for domestic violence victims in West Cumbria”

South Lakeland Carers take a well-earned break

26th August 2016

Carers from South Lakeland are being offered relaxation therapies as a focused way to take a break from their caring role. The South Lakeland Carers Association was awarded £4,470 from … Continue reading “South Lakeland Carers take a well-earned break”

Lakeland club row to safety with oar-some new boat

11th August 2016

Lakeland Rowing Club received a grant of £3,150 from Cumbria Fund, which was used to purchase a new safety boat to aid with coaching at their base on Derwent Water. … Continue reading “Lakeland club row to safety with oar-some new boat”

£5,000 boost for Ulverston Inshore Rescue

4th August 2016

Ulverston Inshore Rescue received a grant of £5,000 from the Cumbria Fund to purchase equipment for their new rescue vehicle. The rescue organisation used the funds to purchase a winch, roof … Continue reading “£5,000 boost for Ulverston Inshore Rescue”

Homeless young people offered a place to stay as charity expands into Cumbria

6th July 2016

An innovative new project to tackle homelessness was established in Cumbria last year with support from Cumbria Community Foundation. Nightstop, run by Depaul UK provides free emergency accommodation for homeless … Continue reading “Homeless young people offered a place to stay as charity expands into Cumbria”

Barrow residents share time and skills

6th June 2016

Barrow Timebank, run by Inspire Furness CIC, received £5,000 in May 2016 from the Barrow Community Trust and Cumbria Fund to help with running costs for another year. Time banks act as … Continue reading “Barrow residents share time and skills”

Charity partnership aiming to reduce mental distress

4th March 2016

Funding from the Cumbria Fund fund has enabled Mind in Furness to continue with a project which allows its members to work side-by-side in partnership with National Trust volunteers on conservation … Continue reading “Charity partnership aiming to reduce mental distress”

Learning centre’s immediate future secured

25th February 2016

The immediate future of a charity in Dalton-in-Furness has been secured by a grant from Cumbria Community Foundation. Dalton Learning Centre provides a range of services to the local community, including … Continue reading “Learning centre’s immediate future secured”

Foodbank Fighting Hunger in Kendal

2nd February 2016

An important community project in Kendal can continue to make a difference to people’s lives thanks to a cash donation. King’s Food Bank, based in the Shakespeare Centre has been … Continue reading “Foodbank Fighting Hunger in Kendal”