Engineering firm shows support for Cumbrian communities

30th April 2026

Nine community projects across Cumbria have received a financial boost totalling more than £14,000 from a charitable fund set up by a local engineering firm. The Shepley Group Fund was … Continue reading “Engineering firm shows support for Cumbrian communities”

£400,000 to help people into work in Barrow

27th April 2026

Charities and organisations in Barrow have received a £400,000 funding boost to help people facing health challenges into work. Barrow Rising: Work and Health Fund (Adult Support) was set up … Continue reading “£400,000 to help people into work in Barrow”

Cumbrian construction giant gives back to local communities

16th April 2026

A Cumbrian construction giant is launching a new fund to tackle poverty, provide skills and training, and promote wellbeing in local communities. Flimby-based Thomas Armstrong (Construction) Ltd, incorporating award winning … Continue reading “Cumbrian construction giant gives back to local communities”

Independent evaluation report published for Know Your Neighbourhood Fund

What is the Know Your Neighbourhood Fund?     Between January 2023 and March 2025, the Know Your Neighbourhood (KYN) Fund invested up to £30 million to widen participation in volunteering and … Continue reading “Independent evaluation report published for Know Your Neighbourhood Fund”

Cumbrian charities thanked by High Sheriff

16th March 2026

Charity workers and volunteers from across Cumbria were thanked at an award ceremony last week, recognising their tireless efforts to enhance and enrich their local communities. Representatives from nine community … Continue reading “Cumbrian charities thanked by High Sheriff”

Vital support for jobseekers in West Cumbria

11th March 2026

Jobseekers in West Cumbria are receiving a helping hand to find work, thanks to grant funding totalling more than £40,000. The Programme and Project Partners (PPP) Social Impact Fund – … Continue reading “Vital support for jobseekers in West Cumbria”