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THINC Fund: Powering Ideas for a Healthier Brixton

Welcome to the THINC Brixton & Peckham Fund

Thank you for your interest in the THINC (Tackling Health Inequalities through Neighbourhood Collaboration) Brixton & Peckham Fund.

We want to hear your ideas for creating a healthier community for people in Brixton.

About the Fund

The THINC Brixton & Peckham Fund has £400,000 in total funding – with £200,000 available for projects in Brixton.

This fund was created so that local people can shape how charitable money is spent. The community decides who gets the funding, which means your friends, neighbours, and supporters will be able to vote for your project and help bring it to life.

Before You Apply

Please make sure you’ve completed the following steps:

Read the Information Sheet – it contains all the key details you need.
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Application Process

ClearView Research and the Community Board will carry out a sifting stage to check that applications meet the eligibility criteria. Any that do not meet the criteria will be rejected before the community voting stage.

👉 It is your responsibility to ensure your application meets all criteria.

Before completing this application, we recommend you visit our website for more information.

CVR Community, which is a Community Interest Company (CIC) manages the THINC Brixton and Peckham Fund. It is the sister company of ClearView Research agency.

The current donors for the THINC Brixton and Peckham Fund are Impact on Urban Health, Wellcome, Indigo Trust, and Alan and Babette Sainsbury Charitable Fund.

In addition, Lambeth and Southwark Councils are supporting the Fund by hosting it on their Engage platform.

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Put Your Ideas Forward and Let's Shape Brixton Together

Put Your Ideas Forward and Let's Shape Brixton Together

15 September 2025 - 20 October 2025

Share your ideas on how to help improve Brixton

133 projects

Shine For His Glory 6 months ago Shine for His Glory: Community Care & CleanProject: Shine for His Glory: Restoring Dignity, Building Connection, Creating Opportunity Location: Brixton & Wider Lambeth Funding Requested: £7,000In every community, there are neighbours who quietly disappear. Curtains close. Isolation grows. Behind many doors are homes overwhelmed by clutter, loneliness, and mental health struggles. These residents are often the most vulnerable — and the most overlooked.Shine for His Glory is a grassroots, neighbour-led initiative bringing light back into these hidden spaces. We provide free, compassionate home cleaning, companionship, essential deliveries, and community signposting for residents who feel invisible — particularly single parents, elderly people living alone, and those facing mental health challenges.This is not just cleaning. It’s dignity, hope, opportunity, and human connection.One local woman battling depression said:“I live alone. I suffer with depression. I just need someone non-judgemental to help me.”After receiving support, she began smiling again, making plans, and reconnecting with life. Another resident called the service:“A God send — kind, friendly, professional.”The need in Lambeth is urgent: 1 in 4 adults face mental health challenges. 11,000+ single parents juggle everything alone. 10,000+ older residents live isolated. 39% of children live in poverty — among the highest in London. Our Impact: Transform unsafe, overwhelming spaces into calm, healthy homes. Reduce stress, anxiety, and isolation, improving mental wellbeing by up to 30%. Restore independence and community connection. Relieve pressure on overstretched services. Create paid roles, volunteer pathways, and skills training opportunities for local residents — particularly those underemployed or seeking meaningful careers in care, cleaning, and community work. What Thinc Funding Will Do: Equip & train local volunteers and paid community cleaners in trauma-aware, compassionate practice. Provide eco-friendly supplies & transport to reach vulnerable households. Expand support to more wards across Lambeth, doubling our impact within 12 months. Build a sustainable community workforce, creating real jobs and progression routes. By funding this project, Lambeth will be investing in visibility, dignity, and sustainable change — both for the residents we support and the people we train and employ.Shine for His Glory: Because no one should be forgotten behind closed doors.Shine For His Glory: Bringing cleaning, groceries, companionship, and support restoring dignity, easing stress and empowering families and elders to thrive while strengthening our community for generations to come. Restoring pride, health, support and hope across Brixton.

Serlina Phillips-Boyd6 months ago Total amount of funding requested (£GBP):£50,000What will your project deliver? (January 2026 - 31st December 2026)The Every Child’s An Author: Brixton Library Afterschool Programme is a twice-weekly, screen-free creative writing and wellbeing programme for children aged 5–16 and their parents/carers. It runs every Tuesday and Thursday from 5pm to 7pm during term time at Brixton Library, part of Lambeth Council.Each session includes: Children's Programme (5pm–7pm): A check-in with a youth counsellor to talk about their day Fun, creative writing and storytelling activities led by trained facilitators Ongoing development of short stories which are professionally published in a printed book and displayed in Brixton library. Parents/Carers Programme (6pm–7pm): Free drop-in therapeutic group session with a qualified family therapist Tools for managing stress, improving parenting, and supporting children emotionally and academically The programme creates a safe, supportive, and creative environment while strengthening family communication and community connection.Which group(s) or communities is your project intended to support? Primary and secondary-aged children (5–16 years), particularly from low-income or underrepresented communities in Brixton and Lambeth Parents and carers needing emotional support, parenting advice, or peer connection The local community, by improving literacy, reducing isolation, and activating a valuable public space (Brixton Library) What difference will it make?This programme tackles the decline in children’s literacy, mental wellbeing, and family cohesion by: Boosting reading and writing confidence through engaging, hands-on storytelling Reducing screen time and encouraging self-expression Providing mental health support for both children and their parents Empowering children by publishing their stories and making them feel heard and valued Helping families build stronger relationships and support networks Using a trusted, accessible local venue that encourages positive community use How will this funding help your community?The funding will allow us to run the programme consistently throughout the academic year. It will cover: Facilitator, counsellor, and therapist fees Room hire at Brixton Library Publishing costs for the children’s anthology books Snacks and creative writing materials Admin, safeguarding, and insurance to ensure a safe and well-managed environment This investment will improve literacy, wellbeing, and community confidence — especially among families who face barriers to accessing creative or mental health services.Why do you think your project will be a success?We have already tested and proven this model during the Cocoa Dream Summer School 2025 at the Black Cultural Archives. Children became published authors, improved their literacy skills, and developed confidence. Parents reported stronger relationships with their children and better emotional resilience.Now based at Brixton Library, the programme is embedded in a central, accessible, and trusted location with long-term potential. With the right support, we can reach even more families and create lasting impact.Our work has also recently been honoured on ITV This Morning and you can watch the feature here:https://youtu.be/YamKAHxGtwg?si=iO-d-U4lHTvLHY7k

User 4384836 months ago For the past five years, upCYCLE LDN has been using bikes to bring people together, helping young people build confidence, learn new skills and find positive pathways. We’ve seen first-hand how cycling and mentoring can change lives. Now we’re creating the upCYCLE LDN Community Hub, in Angell Town, a new safe and inspiring space where young people can learn, grow and connect through cycling, creativity and community.We are currently in phase 1 of our renovation and are asking for £50,000 for phase 2 to help facilitate the essential works needed to get the space ready for use. This funding is vital to pay for the much-needed furnishings such as tables, chairs and workbenches, everything required to make the Hub a welcoming, practical and fully functional community space.The space has been co-designed with young people and local residents, who have helped shape how it looks, feels and functions, from layout to materials, we’re creating a space that truly reflects the community. We are reusing what we can from the build itself and sourcing used materials wherever possible, in line with our ethos of reuse and sustainability. So far, this includes salvaged timber, sound insulation, furniture and bike equipment helping give the Hub character, longevity and a genuine local identity.Based right in the heart of Angell Town, an area bursting with talent, creativity and potential, we will work with young people who face real challenges. Many deal with the pressures of poverty, exclusion and limited opportunities. The Hub will provide an alternative safe, positive environment where they can gain confidence, skills and support from people who understand them.Our main focus is on young people, especially those at risk of exclusion or involvement in crime, providing them with access to skills training, qualifications and clear routes into employment. The Hub will also be open to families, local residents and community organisations, who will be able to use the space for a range of activities including bike repairs, community events, workshops, exercise sessions, exhibitions and social gatherings. It will be a welcoming environment where people of all ages can connect, learn and contribute to the life of the community.We know it will work because we’re already part of this community. Our team and volunteers live locally, and we’ve spent years building relationships with schools, families and local groups. We’ve run pop-up bike repair sessions, youth programmes and community rides across Brixton, and every time, people ask when we’ll have a permanent base. There’s a real lack of accessible, affordable community space in Angell Town, despite the clear demand from young people, families and local organisations for somewhere safe and welcoming to connect, learn and create opportunities. The Hub will fill that gap and become a lasting resource for the area.By supporting this project, you’ll help us finish the Hub and open its doors to everyone in Angell Town and beyond, creating a space that belongs to the community, run by the community, and built for the next generation.

User 4431026 months ago I would like the support of Thinc brixton Fund to implement an affordable healthy lifestyle for the community in our borough. I have a vision to be able to provide healthy pressed juices full of essential nutrients and vitamins that our body needs to thrive. This will have a positive impact not only on the physical body but also the mind and well being, it provides a concentrated dose of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that many of us are missing out on in our daily diet. By juicing you are able to consume a wider variety of fruits and vegetables than you would eat whole. Some other benefits includes improved digestion, which can be helpful for those with sensitive digestive systems or certain medical conditions. Juicing can help with brain fog providing a clearer mental state whilst boosting immune system and overall a healthy refreshing treat. The great thing about daily dose we are available to everyone of all ages. We plan to do workshops with school kids to encourage the younger generation to start making healthy choices from young and teach them new skills within nutrition. We also want to give away free samples to the elderly living in care homes. I believe this will help our community become healthier together. This is a lifestyle choice that I trust to become successful because we are willing to devote the time and energy into making our community healthy, fit and THRIVING!

User 4726276 months ago The Heart of Care: A space for unpaid carers to breathe, heal, and belongEvery day, unpaid carers hold our families and communities together through illness, disability, and crisis. Parents care for children with complex needs and aging parents; young people care for parents, siblings, and grandparents; grandparents step in when others can’t. They give their time, health, and energy so that others can live well, often at the expense of their own wellbeing.The Heart of Care will change that. It will create an Intergenerational Carers Wellbeing Centre, a warm, inclusive space in the heart of Brixton where adult and young carers can restore their health, connect with others, and access the support they deserve.What we’ll offerAcross 2026, the centre will host 24 wellbeing days (two per month), alternating between adult-carer, young-carer, and shared family wellbeing. Each session will blend movement, creativity, and care in an uplifting, culturally aware environment designed by carers, for carers.• Fitness and movement: for strength, flexibility, energy and confidence.• Complementary therapies: massage, reflexology, aromatherapy, and acupuncture to relieve stress.• Wellbeing workshops: sleep, nutrition, mindfulness, and resilience.• Health checks: blood pressure, BMI, wellbeing assessments, and NHS signposting.• Creative and peer-support activities: helping carers share stories, build friendships, and find belonging.Why it mattersWith over 18,000 unpaid carers in Lambeth, many living with stress-related illness, exhaustion, and isolation, the message is clear: without dedicated wellbeing support, those who hold our families together risk breaking down themselves. Preventing burnout saves both lives and public money. One hospital admission can cost £3,000, the same as several months of community wellbeing support.The Heart of Care will succeed because it is rooted in lived experience, trusted relationships, and proven results. Carers4Carers was founded and is led by people who have cared for loved ones themselves. We understand the challenges carers face because we’ve lived them: balancing culture, work, faith, and family while navigating systems that don’t always see us.Our team reflects the borough’s rich cultural and ethnic mix ensuring our approach is inclusive, relevant, and reflective of local life. We have a strong track record delivering effective wellbeing programmes all of which improved confidence, health, and social connection.The difference it will make• Better mental and physical health: less stress, improved energy, and earlier prevention.• Reduced isolation: new friendships and shared understanding across communities.• Stronger family bonds: parents, children, and elders finding joy together.• Empowered carers: more confident, connected, and resilient.By combining physical activity, therapeutic care, and peer connection, the Heart of Care will improve wellbeing, reduce isolation, and strengthen family relationships. Data will be collected through health checks, feedback, and wellbeing scales to evidence impact and inform future growth.This is community prevention in action, compassionate, evidence-based, and cost-effective. It builds on our proud tradition of solidarity, resilience, and cultural pride, offering a space where wellbeing feels familiar, joyful, and accessible to everyone.Our ask: £25,000Because when carers are well, our whole community stays well.

User 4840006 months ago Total amount of funding requested: £22,000We are applying for funding to launch the Balham & Tooting Luncheon Club, a new project designed to tackle loneliness, improve health, and provide a warm, welcoming space for older adults and those most at risk of isolation.The Luncheon Club will run two days per week, serving 30 people per session. We will provide freshly prepared, nutritious meals (including vegetarian and cultural options), along with tea and coffee. Each session will also include opportunities for light activities, socialising, and connecting people to wider community support.Who we will support: Older adults, particularly those living alone People on low incomes who may struggle to access healthy meals Unpaid carers in need of respite and connection People living with multiple health conditions Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities who are part of our membership and wider local area The difference this project will make: Reduce loneliness and isolation by creating a safe, friendly space Improve health through access to nutritious meals Support mental wellbeing with social connection and activities Provide a “warm space” during colder months, helping those struggling with heating costs Strengthen community bonds across Wandsworth and Brixton Why this project will succeed: Balham & Tooting Community & Sports Club is a registered charity with over 55 years of serving our community. We already run popular social and cultural activities, and we have the kitchen facilities and volunteer base to deliver this project effectively.We have consulted with our members and local residents, and there is strong support for this Luncheon Club. Similar models in the area (such as local luncheon clubs we have spoken with) show it is a proven way to reach people in need.How funding will help: Cover staffing, volunteer support, and food costs Purchase essential equipment such as a chest freezer and shelving for bulk storage Ensure the project is sustainable in its first year while we build partnerships and explore further grants and donations (including food partnerships with local supermarkets). This project will make a real difference by improving health, reducing loneliness, and creating a stronger, more connected community.We are aware that other luncheon projects exist locally, and we welcome this shared commitment to tackling food insecurity and loneliness. What makes our Luncheon Club unique is its combination of healthy, culturally diverse meals, a warm space, and social activities — all delivered by a charity with over 55 years of deep community roots. We see our project as complementing, not competing with, other initiatives.

Amber Hennessy6 months ago 🌱 Roots.Uprise: Awakening in RapAwakening in Rap is a project led by Amber Rose, Founder & Creative Director of the brand Roots.Uprise, in close collaboration with artists, facilitators, and community partners. Although Amber is applying as an individual, the work is co-created and delivered collectively - so when we say “we” or “our,” we’re referring to this wider network of people building the project together.🎤 What the Project Is AboutRoots.Uprise: Awakening in Rap is a movement to transform the narratives within rap music and our communities, starting in Brixton and rippling out to a wider audience - because our village, our city, our country, and our world need healing.Brixton is a hub of creativity and urban music, a birthplace of influential sounds and movements. With this influence comes responsibility - the stories and messages born here shape culture far beyond our local area.✊🏽 Why It MattersRap has always been a voice of truth - reflecting struggle, resilience, and survival. It holds the power to inspire and unite, yet too often, the industry profits from trauma, glorifying violence while silencing deeper conversations about growth and healing.These narratives don’t just affect artists - they shape how society views Black communities, young people, and marginalised groups. When harmful lyrics and behaviours are glorified, they reinforce stereotypes, fuel division, and influence policy, policing, and systemic racism.🌱 What We Will DoTogether, we aim to interrupt this cycle and create new pathways forward by: Collaborating with artists to express themselves authentically and responsibly Offering embodied coaching, creative workshops, and safe spaces shaped by lived experience Exploring how creativity and embodiment can support neurodivergent minds and help break generational trauma By grounding this work in body-based healing practices, We're tackling health inequalities in Brixton by making wellness support more accessible and relevant to people often excluded from traditional services. These practices help release stress and trauma held in the body, build resilience, and strengthen both individual and community wellness.We’ll work closely with 5 - 10 up-and-coming artists, offering paid opportunities for their time, creativity, and contributions.💔 Beyond the Music - Tackling the Realities Behind the Rhymes This work reaches beyond music and speaks directly to the realities that shape our streets and stories, including: The ongoing impact of gang violence and knife crime, which devastates families and shapes how communities are criminalised The objectification and abuse that normalise harm and distort how relationships and gender are understood Drug misuse and exploitation, often rooted in trauma and poverty, and woven into the darker edges of the music industry The pervasive stereotypes that feed systemic racism, influence policing and policy, and define how young Black people are seen before they’re even heard By co-creating practices rooted in cultural wisdom and modern science, we’ll support mental and physical wellbeing and embrace a new era of awareness and connection.🌍 Culminating Event - A Collective Call for Change The project will culminate in an invite-only industry event at a Brixton venue such as Brixton House, bringing together a carefully selected audience of emerging artists, producers, labels, community leaders, and mental health advocates - including those with lived experience of gang violence, incarceration, and systemic trauma.The event will include: A powerful panel discussion exploring how rap can evolve as a tool for healing, accountability, and cultural change A live showcase of original music created through the project A collective call to action for collaboration and new narratives within the industry. While the event itself will be intimate, it will be widely publicised to amplify its reach and spark wider conversation beyond the room.✨ The VisionRooted in a legacy of truth and resilience, rap already holds the power to heal and connect. With the right support, that power can grow, evolve, and reach further - starting here in Brixton and rippling far beyond.

Zahari Inocente6 months ago Total amount requested: £22,252What our project will deliver: The Brixton Exchange: Skills, Stories & Soil will bring Brixton residents together through 38 weekly pop-ups that blend creativity, learning, and wellbeing. Each session hosts three lively community stalls:•⁠ ⁠Story Stall – intergenerational circles where local people share life experiences and celebrate the cultures that make Brixton unique.•⁠ ⁠Soil Stall – hands-on micro-gardening, seed-library swaps, and food-growing activities that connect neighbours with the land and healthy eating.•⁠ ⁠Skills Stall – short, resident-led micro-workshops on practical skills such as cooking, repair, or digital basics, giving everyone a chance to teach and to learn.Through these, we will train 50 Community Catalysts — local volunteers who will co-design and run the stalls, developing confidence, leadership, and community pride. Across the year, more than 200 micro-workshops will take place in libraries, estates, and open spaces, supported by local schools and partners.Which groups or communities our project supports:We will prioritise Black, Asian and ethnic-minority families, people on low incomes, and those with insecure or no immigration status. Many of these residents already engage with our youth and family programmes in Lambeth and trust our team. The Exchange offers a free, safe space for people who often feel excluded from traditional wellbeing or green projects.What difference it will make:Participants will leave each session with stronger social links, practical wellbeing habits, and a sense of belonging. Loneliness will decrease as residents connect across generations; food habits will improve as families learn simple, low-cost ways to grow and cook; and community leadership will rise as our Catalysts take ownership of local change. One parent recently told us, “When I joined your group, I stopped feeling invisible.”How this funding will help our community:THINC’s support will let us secure venues, materials, and facilitation time so we can reach new families in every Brixton ward. It will also fund training for the 50 Community Catalysts and ensure sessions remain free and inclusive, removing cost barriers. In return, Brixton gains a self-sustaining network of residents who pass on skills, grow together, and champion healthy, connected living long after the grant ends.Why we believe the project will succeed:We already deliver successful community programmes across Lambeth and have the trust of more than 900 local families each year. Our bilingual team understands the pressures faced by those juggling low income, language barriers, and social isolation. We combine lived experience with professional delivery standards — trained facilitators, safeguarding, and data monitoring.The Brixton Exchange is more than a series of pop-ups; it’s a movement of neighbours teaching neighbours, nurturing confidence, curiosity, and hope. With THINC’s help, we can show that when people feel loved, wanted, and part of something bigger, Brixton thrives.

User 8620096 months ago Total amount requested: £20,000We are seeking £20,000 to deliver an innovative community podcast project that will radically improve how knowledge, learning, and lived experiences are shared and understood in our local area. This podcast will translate formal documents—such as evaluations, research, and community project reports—into engaging audio content that is co-created with residents and accessible to all.Many people are excluded from local decision-making and knowledge-sharing because the information is presented in inaccessible ways—too long, too formal, or simply not reaching the right audiences. Our podcast will change that. By turning reports into conversations, and documents into dialogue, we will make information more human, inclusive, and empowering.The funding will support the delivery of: A 12-month community podcast series (at least 24 episodes) A part-time podcast coordinator to manage production and community involvement Audio equipment, editing software, and hosting services Training workshops for residents in podcasting, interviewing, and storytelling Outreach activities to involve seldom-heard voices, including marginalised youth, elders, migrants, and non-English speakers Contributor stipends to ensure people are fairly compensated for their time and expertise An impact evaluation and community feedback process to ensure continuous learning and improvement This project will support multiple community groups, especially those who are traditionally underrepresented or disengaged from formal communication channels. These include people with lower literacy levels, limited digital access, or who don’t regularly engage with official consultations or reports. It will also appeal to younger generations through the use of contemporary technology and creative formats.The difference this project will make is wide-reaching. It will: Increase transparency and understanding of local projects and initiatives Build skills in digital media, storytelling, and communications Offer a platform for community ownership, creativity, and voice Reduce barriers to engagement by offering audio as a more accessible format Strengthen social cohesion by amplifying diverse perspectives Leave a lasting digital legacy that others can learn from We are confident in the project’s success. We have a dedicated team with experience in community engagement, media production, and project delivery. We’ve already consulted with local residents and organisations, who have expressed strong support for the idea. We’ve also identified key partners who can help us reach more isolated or excluded groups.We will evaluate success through listener numbers, participation rates, training feedback, and community stories collected during the project. The podcast will be promoted through local networks, WhatsApp groups, community centres, and digital platforms, with content shared in multiple formats where needed.In a time when communities are seeking more meaningful, inclusive, and creative ways to connect, this project offers a timely solution. With your support, we can unlock the power of voice and storytelling—helping people not only to be heard but also to listen, understand, and act.

User 4129026 months ago Total Amount of Funding Requested:£10,000Project Title:Raw Power Arts and Wellbeing – 12-Week Family Creativity & Wellness ProgrammeProject OverviewRaw Power Arts and Wellbeing is a 12-week community programme running twice a week, designed to nurture creativity, wellbeing, and life skills for children, young people, and parents from diverse backgrounds and abilities. Our mission is to inspire imagination, confidence, and community connection through arts, culture, science, and holistic wellness activities.Each week offers a blend of creative, physical, and mindful sessions, focusing on developing artistic, practical, and personal skills through hands-on activities that encourage creativity, teamwork, and confidence, including: Arts & Crafts: Painting, sketching, and paper-mâché sculpting to inspire creativity and self-expression. Cooking, Baking and eating together: Fun, healthy eating workshops for parents and children, teaching teamwork, nutrition, and independence. Music Tuition: Hands-on lessons in vocals, rhythm, instruments, and group performance. 5-a-Side Chess Club: Building concentration and strategic thinking, with Cambridge University-endorsed certificates and rewards. Library & Reading Time: Encouraging literacy, imagination, and reflective learning. Astronomy & “Weird Science” Workshops: Inspiring curiosity and creativity through discovery-based learning. Intro to fitness, Sports Massage Therapy and holistic healing practices, Supporting parents’ physical health and stress relief. Meditation, Gong & Singing Bowl Sessions: Promoting mindfulness, relaxation, and emotional balance. Nature Hunt & Outdoor Exploration: Reconnecting children with nature through guided activities that build environmental awareness, teamwork, and essential life skills such as observation, problem-solving, and resilience. Running twice weekly allows consistent progress, meaningful engagement, and stronger family and community connections. Communities Supported The programme supports children and young people aged 6–16, their parents and carers, and the wider local community. It particularly benefits low-income families and those without access to creative, active, or nature-based learning opportunities. By engaging families together, it promotes intergenerational learning, healthy lifestyles, and community inclusion.Impact and Difference Raw Power Arts and Wellbeing will: Provide positive, structured twice-weekly activities that build skills, confidence, and wellbeing. Encourage lifelong learning and curiosity, creativity, resilience, and teamwork through art, fitness, and outdoor exploration. Encouraging Promote mental and physical health for children and adults. Foster environmental awareness and connection to nature through hands-on experiences. Support healthy habits and emotional growth. Strengthen family bonds and community spirit. Use of FundingThe £10,000 funding will be used to: Cover venue hire, materials, and equipment for arts, science, and wellbeing sessions. Provide specialist facilitators for music, nature, fitness, and therapy workshops. Fund healthy refreshments, certificates, and small participation rewards. Ensure free or low-cost access for all families, removing financial barriers. This investment will create a safe, inspiring, and inclusive environment where families can learn, grow, and thrive together.Why It Will SucceedLed by an experienced, passionate team, the programme blends creativity, mindfulness, and outdoor learning in a way that appeals to all ages and abilities. Running twice a week ensures measurable progress in wellbeing and skill development. By combining arts, science, fitness, and nature, Raw Power Arts and Wellbeing offers a truly holistic community experience.Additional InformationAll sessions will be inclusive, safeguarding-compliant, and accessible to participants with additional needs. Outcomes will be tracked through attendance, feedback, and observed growth, culminating in a community showcase celebration.Raw Power Arts and Wellbeing will leave a lasting legacy of creativity, confidence, environmental awareness, and holistic wellbeing for families across our community.

Emma Dennis-Edwards6 months ago We are requesting £50,000 to deliver Writing Ourselves Well: Black Women’s Stories in Performance and to strengthen the long-term sustainability of Applied Scripted Arc Projects CIC. This includes project delivery costs (£23,000), essential staff and running costs (£15,500), capacity-building consultancy (£8,000), and a small contingency (£3,500). The funding will allow us to deliver high-quality, community-rooted activities while building the organisational foundations to continue serving Brixton’s residents beyond 2026.Writing Ourselves Well is an eight-week creative writing and play development programme for up to 20 local Black women in Brixton, running from February to April 2026.The project will include:· Weekly creative workshops in accessible community venues.· A collaboratively written play reflecting participants’ lived experiences.· A professional performance at a South London theatre, such as Brixton House.· A short documentary capturing the creative process and its community impact.The programme blends storytelling, wellbeing, and performance to improve confidence, connection, and mental health through creativity.Our project directly supports Black women in Brixton, a group that faces multiple inequalities in mental health, wellbeing, and representation.· Nearly half of Black Caribbean patients experience multiple long-term conditions (King’s College London, 2025).· Black women are almost three times more likely to be diagnosed with severe mental illness than White British women (Shaw et al., 2022).· Stigma and cultural barriers often prevent women from seeking help (Black Thrive Lambeth, 2025).By providing culturally safe, creative spaces, we aim to support mental wellbeing, self-The project will:· Enhance wellbeing, confidence, and self-esteem through creative expression.· Build social networks and strengthen community connections.· Amplify Black women’s voices, increasing visibility and local pride.· Develop transferable creative and collaborative skills.· Strengthen Applied Scripted Arc to deliver sustained, community-led projects.Participants will share feedback and reflections to measure changes in wellbeing and confidence. The project will also produce a community performance and short film, ensuring the wider public can experience and celebrate these stories.Funding will enable us to deliver a professionally supported creative programme and sustain our organisation throughout 2026. It will cover staff costs for two co-founders and a company administrator, venue hire, facilitator and production fees, materials, marketing, and accessibility support. It will also invest in business development and financial consultancy to secure future funding.We will draw on our existing local partnerships — including Raw Material Music and Media and Brixton House — to ensure genuine community reach and accessibility.Applied Scripted Arc Projects CIC was founded by Emma Dennis-Edwards and Shereen Jasmin Phillips, who bring over 30 years of experience in applied theatre, script consultancy, and community engagement. As Black women living and working in Lambeth, we have deep community roots and relationships with local creatives and organisations.Our expertise, lived experience, and authentic connection to Brixton ensure that Writing Ourselves Well aligns directly with the THINC Fund’s aims — tackling inequalities, improving mental health, and amplifying local voices. By empowering Black women through storytelling and performance, we are building a more confident, creative, and resilient Brixton community.

User 1301766 months ago Bright Futures UK exists to support children and young people aged 5-24 who are forced to take time out of education due to long-term illness, whether physical or mental health. Through personalised support, we help young people reconnect with learning, rebuild confidence, and reimagine what’s possible. Our programmes include one-to-one tutoring, mentoring and befriending, alongside in-hospital skills workshops. Our goal is to ensure every young person has the tools, encouragement, and opportunities they need to succeed. Research shows that in England, around one in four young people aged 15-16 with chronic health conditions (25.9%) are persistently absent from school, compared with about one in seven of their peers (14.7%). Persistent absence is especially high among those experiencing mental health difficulties, underscoring how health and education are deeply interconnected. In Lambeth, this problem is striking. In 2024, the overall school absence rate stood at 7.8%. A recent study of 4,300 young people aged 11-14 in Lambeth and Southwark found that 19% had a mental health problem, 15% had depression, 14% had anxiety, and 15% had self-harmed at some point in their lives. This means that around one in five adolescents in these boroughs are living with a mental health problem - far higher than the national average of about one in seven to eight. These figures reveal a worrying cycle: poor mental health contributes to school absence, and missed education can in turn worsen young people’s mental wellbeing.We are seeking £10,000 to deliver personalised one-to-one befriending support for 30 young people aged 5-24 living in Brixton. Your generosity will give each of them access to a 14-week programme designed to provide consistent companionship, emotional support and hope during an incredibly difficult time. Many of these young people are facing serious illness and uncertainty, and this funding will offer the stability they need to feel less alone and more supported. With your help, we can ease their stress and anxiety, helping them rebuild confidence, focus on recovery and look forward to a brighter future. In November 2025, we are launching in-hospital workshops at Evelina London Children’s Hospital in Lambeth, supporting young people receiving treatment for long-term physical or mental health conditions. Working closely with Evelina staff, these workshops will strengthen referral pathways across Lambeth and Southwark, and we are confident they will enable us to reach 30 young people in the targeted Brixton postcode areas. Expected outcomes:· 30 young people supported through one-to-one sessions· 80% reporting reduced isolation.· 75% reporting increased confidence.· 100% of those taking exams will achieve their desired grades.· 75% of mentees taking steps toward future goals within one month. As one you person’s mother shared: “Charlotte has made such a difference to my daughters life in such a short time. My daughters world is extremely small due to her constant chronic pain and mental health struggles, but hearing her chatting away, discussing their book, laughing and engaging with Charlotte each week is the greatest tonic for both my girl and myself.”

User 6625476 months ago Our project aims to equip young people with the essential leadership, emotional intelligence, and decision-making skills needed to become positive influencers within their communities. Through a structured 11-week “Community Leadership and Gang Intervention” programme, followed by an educational trip and graduation ceremony, participants will learn to identify local issues, exchange ideas, and work collaboratively with peers and community leaders to create solutions. The budget includes core costs to work towards securing funding for additional programmes for the following year. We are requesting £35,610.The programme includes interactive workshops, peer discussions, mentoring sessions, and personal development exercises. Focus is on helping young people understand themselves and others, enhance their communication, emotional awareness, and develop practical leadership skills. Participants will also gain a deeper understanding of community responsibility, teamwork, and social impact.The Gang Intervention module will challenge participants to reflect on their life choices, explore the consequences of gang involvement, and develop strategies for positive decision-making. By presenting real-life scenarios and involving professionals such as youth workers, reformed ex-offenders, and community mentors, young people will be empowered to make informed, life-changing choices.This project is designed primarily for young people aged 13–21 who live in the Stockwell/Brixton area and are at risk of social exclusion, gang affiliation, or antisocial behaviour. It will support those who may lack positive role models or opportunities for leadership development. The wider community, including parents will benefit from the reduction in antisocial behaviour and the growth of positive community engagement among young people.Our project will: Improve participants’ self-awareness, communication, and emotional resilience. Strengthen social ties and foster a sense of belonging and purpose. Reduce the appeal of gang culture by promoting positive identity and personal responsibility. Encourage civic participation, volunteerism, and leadership among young people. Support improved wellbeing, confidence, and decision-making that contribute to healthier, safer communities. By nurturing self-reflection and empathy, the project promotes mental and emotional wellbeing. The skills developed will have lifelong benefits, supporting educational attainment, employment readiness, and a positive sense of community identity.The requested funding will be used to deliver the 11-week programme, covering facilitator fees, learning materials, travel and refreshments, and the cost of the educational trip and graduation. Funding will also support outreach to ensure that young people most at risk are included. Plus core costs to work towards securing future funding.Our approach builds on proven community engagement and youth development models, focusing on empowerment rather than punishment. By combining leadership training, emotional education, and real-world reflection, we provide practical tools for lasting change. Our team includes experienced youth mentors and community leaders with a track record of successful youth engagement and gang prevention work.We believe that young people are not the problem — they are the solution. With the right guidance and opportunities, they can become the driving force behind safer, stronger, and more resilient communities. This project will lay the foundation for a generation of informed, compassionate, and capable community leaders, shaping a healthier and more hopeful future for all.

Winston Goode 6 months ago Building Blocks of Resilience LEGO Therapy is a pilot programme designed specifically for Black boys aged 11–16 in Lambeth who are at risk of school exclusion or disengagement. Through therapeutic play, the programme will support participants’ emotional wellbeing, social skills, and self-confidence, while offering a culturally affirming and trauma-informed environment.Each week, 10–12 participants will engage in 2 x 2-hour group sessions per week facilitated by trained youth practitioners and therapeutic mentors. The sessions will combine LEGO-based activities with reflective discussions and creative exercises to promote emotional regulation, teamwork, problem-solving, and self-expression.The project will culminate in a group showcase, where participants can share what they have built and learned, promoting pride, achievement, and visibility for Black boys in positive spaces.The project is designed for Black boys in Lambeth aged 10–16, particularly those attending or recently excluded from secondary schools. This group is disproportionately affected by school exclusions, unmet mental health needs, and limited access to therapeutic interventions that feel culturally safe and relevant.By providing a non-stigmatising, creative approach to therapy, the programme will also engage boys who might otherwise reject traditional support services. The project will collaborate with schools, youth organisations, and community partners to reach those most in need.The Building Blocks of Resilience pilot will make a meaningful difference by: Improving emotional wellbeing through play-based therapeutic support. Building communication and teamwork skills, essential for classroom and peer success. Increasing confidence and self-esteem, particularly around identity and belonging. Reducing stigma associated with therapy among Black boys. Preventing escalation into exclusion, violence, or disconnection from education and community life. Long-term, the programme will strengthen resilience and social cohesion, helping young people develop healthier coping mechanisms and envision brighter futures.£50,000 will enable Juvenis to pilot an innovative and inclusive model of therapeutic support that meets the needs of a group too often overlooked in mainstream provision. It will cover facilitator costs, materials, and venue hire to deliver a high-quality, consistent intervention.This pilot will also build local capacity, training facilitators and partners in culturally competent, creative therapeutic practice. The learning and evaluation from this pilot will inform future borough-wide interventions, ensuring sustainable impact for more Black boys across Lambeth.Juvenis has a strong track record of delivering therapeutic and educational programmes for vulnerable young people in Lambeth, including those facing exclusion, trauma, and systemic disadvantage. Our work is grounded in trauma-informed practice, creativity, and lived experience, with proven outcomes in engagement, wellbeing, and re-entry into education.LEGO Therapy is an evidence-based approach shown to enhance communication, collaboration, and emotional regulation particularly effective with neurodiverse or hard-to-reach youth. Combined with Juvenis’ culturally sensitive delivery, this pilot will create a safe, affirming, and empowering space for Black boys to thrive.This pilot will serve as a proof of concept for scaling LEGO Therapy across Lambeth schools and community settings. Each participant will receive a certificate of achievement and be offered pathways into other Juvenis programmes for ongoing personal growth, leadership, and mentorship ensuring the impact continues well beyond the pilot.

User 4494407 months ago St Helen’s primary school playground is in need of a transformation it needs more play equipment. It would be great to get the safety playground flooring instead of concrete. They need more equipment to promote active playtime, like the balance beams in the photo. The school has a large percentage of children from black and minority it is within the Stockwell Park estate. It will improve both physical and mental health of the children.

User 8468106 months ago ● What will the project deliver and what difference will it make?Lambeth Mediation’s Good Neighbour initiative aims to help solve disputes between neighbours in Brixton. Being at odds with your neighbours often leads to serious stress and ongoing mental health issues – whether the problem may seem minor, like noise, parking, or where to leave the bins, or more serious issues of anti-social or violent behaviour, aggressive pets or dangerous property issues. We aim to reach local residents who do not often get benefit from funding initiatives, and to make those benefits more inclusive and community-led. By reducing conflict and promoting social cohesion, our project will improve the mental health and wellbeing of the individuals involved in disputes. Further, it will leave a lasting effect as it provides people with a tool to resolve issues in their future. ● Which groups will this support and how will the funding help our community?We propose to offer all residents of the targeted communities – the wards of Brixton North, Acre Lane, Rush Common, Windrush, Myatt’s Fields and Stockwell East – access to free mediation for any disputes or conflicts they may be involved with. Mediation improves the mental health and wellbeing of the individuals involved by relieving stress, anger, hostility and upset. It enables constructive conversations in a non-threatening atmosphere, leading to a peaceful agreement and common ground of understanding. Our staff and volunteers almost all live in Lambeth and are passionate about helping their local community. Our volunteers receive regular training to develop the specialist techniques in communication, negotiation and impartiality that mediation requires; many have professional experience as social servants, lawyers and the like.Mediation and conflict resolution skills also promote sustainable community living by providing people with strong communication methods to resolve new issues which may crop up. We will work with local Tenants’ and Residents’ Associations to deliver communications workshops, helping disseminate information to the community and providing them with tools to avoid and diffuse conflict.● How much will it cost?We are requesting £26,000 to carry out our project. This will cover the costs of holding up to twenty mediations and hosting them in a neutral space; an additional day a week for a member of staff to administer the scheme; six workshops for Tenants’ and Residents’ Associations; and a budget for leaflets and a social media campaign to ensure that members of the community are aware of our scheme.● Why do you think your project will be a success? For nearly forty years, Lambeth Mediation has been helping to resolve conflict in Brixton and the surrounding areas; our founding members started the organisation in response to community conflict during the 1980s Brixton Riots. Our mediation model is tried, tested and proven to resolve even the most deep-rooted disputes, boosting the wellbeing and mental health of those involved. With this THINC funding we can tackle even more disputes and provide coping tools to reassure and sustain communities in Brixton.

tony cealy6 months ago A grant of £9950.00 would enable us to co design a 12 week programme for 20+ members from the Black Men’s Consortium (BMC) aged 18-73 in the Spring of 2026. We use Legislative Theatre (LT) https://www.thepeopleact.org/ to understand who's deciding policy and how to change it to better meet the needs of Black men in South London. The programme during spring and summer of 2026 will consist of weekly creative workshops that involve research, exploration, creating, testing, reviewing and prototyping democratic ideas that will (a) improve the quality of mental health services that men receive (b) repair, and strengthen the broken relationships with local councillors, MP's, politicians, policymakers, advocates and the wider black community and (c) address injustices and inequalities through engaging with playful interactive-participatory methods that help to break down the ‘us & them’ power between us and (d) upskill and empower the members to lead other local groups through the LT process in the future.I have over two and half decades of tried and tested successful practice using this methodology with individuals and communities. Most recently changing policies within the homelessness prevention strategy.With new skills and confidence in LT, BMC members will deepen and strengthen their existing relationships with Lambeth statutory partners in public health; mental health; criminal justice; SLaM; Living Well Collaborative; Lambeth Together; Healthwatch; Housing; Employment; DWP; Policing; Education and the voluntary grass roots sector. Together we will co-produce two high-profile inclusive and accessible public community engagement performances with 750+ in Brixton town hall in the spring of 2026 trying out this process for the changes the local community long for.At the performance events the local community will be invited to take action in creative participatory policy making and make proposals for policies that are (a) more tangible, more empathetic, more emotional and joyful and (b) involve them in the wider democratic process. They will be empowered to develop in-real-time on-the-spot solutions to change unofficial regulations, rules, unjust practices and/or inequitable systems by translating their proposals into new policy recommendations and voting on policy changes that dismantle systemic structural barriers to mental health and wellbeing services. When policy makers or politicians make decisions, they often do this disconnected from the communities they are meant to serve. Through this joyful creative LT process, we hope in the future policies will be better informed by an embodied emotional experience with the black community who are actually being impacted by the problems every day.All of this work builds on and shares learning in creative, social, organising and educational spaces to galvanise new practice and contributes to a post-BLM cultural reset. All of this insight will also enable the Black Men’s Consortium to prioritise future work.Additional informationOur project (The Black Men’s Consortium) is based at Mosaic Clubhouse, 65 Effra Road, Brixton, SW2 1BZ. We have been based here since 2018 and operate there every Monday evening from 6.00pm - 9.00pm for 48 weeks of any given year.The project we have applied for through this grant will take place at Mosaic Clubhouse. To conclude the project, share the outcomes, and engage with the wider community of Brixton, we will conduct two high-profile community engagement performance events both of which will be staged at Lambeth Town Hall in Brixton.From our records, the members who attend and participate in our service live on the Moorlands Estate and on the Myatts Field North and Myatts Field South estates in Brixton.If awarded funds from this grant, we will recruit more members to participate who come from Brixton.

Rachel Ackred6 months ago The CrisisWe are requesting £45,000 to expand our Mango Tree Workshops, providing vital early intervention and family support for disadvantaged Brixton families. Many of these families are from African-Caribbean backgrounds, living in single-parent households, facing food poverty, insecure housing, and poor mental health. By working closely with schools and community partners, we identify children and families most at risk of falling through the gaps, including those vulnerable to school exclusion, exploitation, and gang involvement. Our SolutionWe will operate with a fourfold model of support: Counselling: Free sessions with a qualified counsellor with lived experience, helping parents and carers manage mental health challenges and build resilience. Food and practical support: Nutritious communal meals, grocery packages, and hygiene donations, giving families the means and confidence to eat healthily on a limited budget. Enrichment & connection: Creative workshops, cultural trips, music, drumming circles, and residential experiences during school holidays to reduce isolation, strengthen families, and build social connection. Casework & advocacy: Practical support for housing insecurity, educational barriers, and access to wider community services in a safe, confidential setting. This funding will cover activity delivery, counselling, meals, care packages, venue hire, administrative fees, branding, and furnishings, to establish a safe, welcoming base for confidential support and community-building. Who We ServeChild poverty is high: over 20,000 children in Lambeth, with 9,000+ in Brixton wards, live in low-income households.¹ Around 25% of adults experience a common mental health disorder², and food insecurity is associated with a 257% higher risk of anxiety and a 253% higher risk of depression.³ Poverty, poor mental health, and racial inequality interact, leaving children at risk of school exclusion, exploitation, and gang involvement. Structural racism and systemic barriers continue to trap Black and minority families in cycles of disadvantage.⁴ Healthy eating will be a key aspect, supporting families to make positive choices and reduce risks into negative pathways. Poor nutrition affects concentration, immunity, and school attendance⁵, highlighting the importance of nutritious food in development.The DifferenceThis funding will support 35 families (120+ individuals) over 12 months, reducing household stress, improving school attendance, and preventing family breakdowns. By tackling food insecurity and mental health together, we will decrease the risk of children entering negative pathways, including gang involvement, and strengthen family resilience. Early intervention is cost-effective, preventing crises that would otherwise demand public services.Why We’ll SucceedPrevious Mango Tree Workshops reached over 250 children this year in Lambeth schools, with the Summer Programme supporting 30 children and their families. Activities boosted confidence, skills, and social connection, while parents reported improved wellbeing. With 20+ years’ experience and strong partnerships (Karibu Education Centre, Communities Empowerment Network, Number One Performing Arts, Code7, Marcus Lipton Centre, Dwaynamics, and local schools), we have the credibility and trust to deliver change. ConclusionAt Options 4 Change we know Brixton families personally. Your support will help us continue providing the guidance, care, and opportunities that make a real difference in their lives. Together we can strengthen families, protect children from negative pathways, and show that community-led solutions work.For more information on our work: https://options4change.org.uk/videoapplicationSources Lambeth Children & Young People Demography (2024) (lambeth.gov.uk) Lambeth Together Health & Wellbeing Strategy (2022–25) Fang, D. et al. (2021). Food insecurity and mental health outcomes during the COVID-19 pandemic. BMC Public Health Marmot Review (2020); Lammy Review (2017) Sorhaindo, A. & Feinstein, L. (2006). What is the relationship between child nutrition and school outcomes? Centre for Research on the Wider Benefits of Learning, Institute of Education

User 5856406 months ago What the project will deliver: Regular Capoeira/Movement sessions: Exercise/conditioning, physical literacy, soft acrobatics and percussive folkloric music to children 5-7+ and Adults Capoeira Courses/intensives/workshops delivering general Capoeira education including historical, Socio-political, cultural, physical, philosophical and musical aspects of Capoeira. Events with guest teachers and practitioners Presentations delivering awareness and presence of Capoeira in London, which will also benefit the greater existing Capoeira community. Community Social Gatherings + Talks. What is Capoeira ? Capoeira is a holistic art of the African diaspora, an Afro-Brazilian Art form, commonly described as a Dance- Fight- Game. It is a living, breathing ancestral archive of intelligence and technology, a tool for liberation, transformation and transcendence. It is a coalescence of both physical and contemplative practices embodied and passed down from generation to generation and applied to the present moment. Why Capoeira ?Capoeira not only offers its practitioners a gateway to personal self development via its ‘re-creation’ and ‘recreation’ but through its playfulness and collaborative nature, a portal for self realisation and actualisation. Bambubodies Capoeira: Brixton to Brazil▪️I am requesting a grant of £10,000 This grant by THINC will be put towards costs for core running costs and allow us to subsidise our offerings to: Those families and individuals subsisting on low incomes To Black, Asian, and ethnic minorities in our community To LGBTQ+ communities To those newly immigrated and/or those with no/insecure immigration status To all those members in the community who may feel to have been sidelined by the ‘gentrification’ of the area. How will this funding help our community and What difference will it make ?In our current over stimulated, disconnected, dis-embodied, hyper individualised, and polarised state, it’s an unfortunate and yet common phenomenon that many members of our community suffer through hardships in silence and alone. Symptoms of stress related illness appear in various ways. for some it maybe physical, for others mental or even both. Most of our fellow city dwellers live in the paradox of being more connected than ever before yet feel ever more lonely and isolated. The project will aim to facilitate a regular space connecting people to self, other and their environment through Capoeira and Capoeira inspired practices We seek to support mental health issues caused due to isolation, lack of exercise/movement and low confidence by offering a positive lifestyle and access to healthy choices. The MindBody, culture, politics, space, integration and the power of playfulnessThis project with has the potential to engage people from all sections of the community to collaborate, co-operate and to co-create not only in enclosed and safe designated spaces but also to reclaim and transform our communal public spaces by imbuing them with joy and a self of social freedom of expression. There are many evidence based studies highlighting the benefits and importance of ‘play’ in adults and children alike. As the practice(s)/ritual of Capoeira involves so many types of play, practitioners have the potential to reap the many therapeutic benefits listed below: Improved brain function Challenging your brain through activities like physical riddles/puzzles or strategic games. Learning ‘folkloric’ musical techniques and song can help improve memory and overall brain function. Enhanced creativity and curiosity Contemplative play encourages the inquisitive mind, develops an appreciation for learning and produces the ability to explore ideas without the pressure of “getting it right". Increased intrinsic motivation Play and the cultivation of playfulness’ produces motivation, inclusivity and induces a more flexible and resilient mindset that supports learning and development. Why this project will be a success The success of this project will be driven not only by the inherent need of people wanting a more inclusive holistic 3rd space where there is a clear path to personal development and growth through embodiment but also by the very genuine human need for connection. Unlike other current models of health and wellbeing practices which are predominantly individualised, productised and profit driven, Capoeira has the aspect of community connection as a core principle built into its framework.

User 8334766 months ago Brixton Healthy Streets is a programme designed to deliver a series of monthly community-centred, car-free day events taking place from June 2026 to September 2026, for a total of 4 Saturdays, on the second Saturday of each month. It will be building on our already successfully delivered Reimagining Atlantic Road initiative, where a section of Atlantic Road in Brixton is closed to motor traffic and opened to people, transforming the street into a vibrant, inclusive public space focused on health, wellbeing, and community connection.Each monthly event will host a wide range of activities and services designed to support the theme of health, including physical mental and financial health. We will run the popular Black Farmer’s Market, bringing locally grown, organic produce directly to the community. Alongside this, we’ll feature vegan and healthy hot food vendors, encouraging healthier eating choices.There will be free creative workshops hosted by local arts organisations, engaging residents in therapeutic and social activities. Local mental health charities including Mosaic Clubhouse and Certitude London will host information stalls, providing on-the-spot support, signposting, and resources. We will also invite other local organisations to offer free health checks and expert advice on managing health conditions, preventative care, and access to local services.We will host physical activity demos by local fitness businesses, including opportunities to win free classes and competitions designed to encourage active lifestyles. Active travel partners such as Lime will provide helmet giveaways, and discount codes to promote low-carbon, healthy transport. Free bike repair stations will be available to all residents and visitors during the events to support cycling in our community.Brixton Healthy Streets is designed for all residents of Brixton, with a specific focus on priority communities including Black and Minority Ethnic groups, people experiencing mental health challenges, and those facing economic inequalities. Brixton is a richly diverse area, but also one with significant health disparities and limited access to green or safe public space. Our project targets low-income families, older adults, and young people who often face barriers to accessing cultural activities, healthy food choices, fitness opportunities, bespoke financial advice and mental health support.This project will directly improve health and wellbeing in the area by reclaiming the streets for people, reducing pollution, creating a safer environment that fosters social connections. The regular presence of mental health organisations and free creative workshops provides low-barrier, stigma-free access to support, which is especially vital for communities who may be underrepresented in traditional healthcare settings.This funding opportunity will support the logistics (road closures management, permits as well as additional security and event infrastructure), commissions for local facilitators, and healthy giveaways. It will also help cover promotion to ensure all communities know about and feel welcome at the events. We are applying for £49,753 for the Brixton Healthy Streets 2026 programme. This funding is crucial to ensure that all offerings remain free and accessible to everyone. We have experience in the delivery of such programme, we have previously delivered similar event on Atlantic Road in 2023 for London Festival of Architecture, co-funded by LB Lambeth, Brixton Station Road (Summer 2025) funded by the GLA Summer Streets Fund, Atlantic Road (Summer 2025) co-funded by LB Lambeth & GLA Summer Streets Fund.This is a collaborative project with deep community roots. We are a not-for-profit organisation fully funded by over 560 locally based businesses, we work with charities and residents. As we have been operating in the area since 2014, we have a strong understanding on how to ensure the project reflects the community’s needs and aspirations. Brixton Healthy Streets not only promotes health but reclaims public space in a way that fosters equity, pride, and togetherness.

Ricardo Ennis7 months ago Young people in Brixton are facing a mental health crisis. Stress, stigma, and inequality mean many suffer in silence, while services that should support them often feel distant or unrepresentative of their lived experiences. No Cap, Minds Matter will change this by creating safe, youth-led spaces where young people can talk openly about their mental health, build resilience, and shape solutions for the community.What we will deliver Youth Mental Health and Advocacy Workshops: 6 monthly workshops at Thinc Brixton, delivered twice concurrently, reaching 75 young people aged 14 to 25. Sessions will focus on stress, anxiety, and resilience, exploring how identity and inequality affect mental health. Each workshop will combine safe-space discussion with advocacy training, leadership, and creative expression. Co-Created Solutions: Young people will turn their experiences into recommendations for schools, youth hubs, and Lambeth Council on how to make mental health services more accessible and inclusive. Creative Showcase Event: A final showcase will share youth voices with the community through art, spoken word, or film, ensuring decision-makers hear directly from young people. Wellbeing Tools: Each session will embed practical strategies and include trained mental health first aiders, so participants leave not only heard but supported. Who it’s forThe project will support young people in Brixton, focusing on: Black, Asian, and minority ethnic youth Young people from low-income households Young people in or leaving care LGBTQ+ young people These groups face higher risks of poor mental health, yet they remain underrepresented in shaping the services that affect them.Why this mattersThe need is urgent. Lambeth has some of the highest levels of mental health inequality in the country. Nearly 47 percent of adult hospital bed use in Lambeth is by Black people, despite them being less than one fifth of the population. Black adults also have the lowest treatment rates, 6.2 percent compared with 13.3 percent for White British. Nationally, almost one in five young people in inner cities experience mental health issues, with 14.5 percent experiencing depression and 13.7 percent anxiety.Too many young people from BAME communities only reach services when in crisis, while many more struggle in silence. This project creates early, preventative, and empowering spaces where their voices shape change.The difference it will make Better wellbeing: Young people will feel less isolated and more confident discussing mental health. Youth empowerment: Skills in advocacy, leadership, and creative expression will help them influence change and manage challenges. System impact: Youth-led recommendations will challenge stigma and inform schools, services, and policy. Community connection: The showcase will bring young people, families, and leaders together, strengthening accountability and visibility. How funding will helpThe £40,000 grant will allow us to: Deliver 6 monthly workshops, run twice concurrently, for 75 young people Provide stipends for participants to value their input Cover facilitators, venue, and materials Ensure mental health first aid support in every session Produce youth-led outputs such as film, zine, or exhibition Host a final showcase event at Thinc Brixton Why this project will succeedYou Be You has a strong record of youth-led programmes across Lambeth. Thinc Brixton is a trusted hub with deep community ties. By combining mental health, resilience, and advocacy, No Cap, Minds Matter responds directly to urgent local needs with solutions designed and led by young people themselves. Rooted in their voices, it will reduce stigma, deliver visible change, and ensure the community backs this work through action and vote.

User 1454656 months ago This project will welcome Disabled and/or Neurodiverse children and young people and their families, ensuring they get to experience the wonderful rite of passage that is cycling. We have experience welcoming youngsters with physical impairments, learning disabilities, autism, ADHD, complex health conditions, dyspraxia, etc from the ages of 3 to 25. Cycling is non-weight-bearing (and easier than walking for most) which boost mental as well as wellbeing. The Herne Hill Velodrome is a safe, traffic-free venue close to Brixton. With access to our trikes, tandems, handcycles, side-by-side tandems as well as bicycles and trained instructors, families find a fun, safe and practical way to be physically active together. We will run 48 fully supported sessions from January to December 2026, with 10 to 12 participants per session (approximately 480 to 576 attendances). Each 2-hour session includes a gentle skills warm-up riding together within the wonderful green space provided by the Velodrome, and time for peer support. A brief cycling confidence boosting segment covers balance, braking and tandem support where required. We offer accessibility adjustments and a quiet breakout space. Parents and carers are encouraged to ride alongside their child, turning support from the sidelines into shared, confidence-building time. We will publish dates early so that families can plan ahead. We will prioritise Brixton postcodes and accept self-referrals, as well as referrals via Brixton-based schools and colleges, SEND teams, GP link workers and social prescribers, paediatric physios and OTs, so that families who will benefit most are served first. The difference this project will make: Connection and inclusion: carers meet peers and share tips, and children and young people make friends in a welcoming, non-judgemental space. Skills and progression: improved handling, balance and, where appropriate, road-readiness, plus awareness of local active-travel options. Mental health and wellbeing: regular, enjoyable activity lowers stress and anxiety, builds confidence and creates positive family time. Healthy choices: an achievable, supported way to be active that fits around caring responsibilities. This funding unlocks inclusive cycling sessions for Brixton families of Disabled children and young people, directly supporting their mental health and access to healthy choices. It removes the biggest barrier, cost, by covering the support of qualified coaching, venue time, accessibility resources, volunteer support, safeguarding, administration and cycle storage and maintenance. Places are ring-fenced for Brixton postcodes and filled via Brixton schools and SEND teams, GP link workers and community groups, so the benefits stay local. For context, Disabled people are almost twice as likely to be inactive as non-Disabled people (43% vs 23%), so removing cost helps those facing the greatest barriers to getting active (Sport England). This project will succeed because we have a long track record of supporting Disabled people, and we have already delivered inclusive cycling locally at Herne Hill Velodrome and other South London hubs, supporting over 900 Disabled people each year with a fleet of more than 300 non-standard cycles. The venue is traffic-free, our equipment eliminates physical barriers, and our trained instructors and volunteers create a calm, friendly, non-judgemental environment from the first session. Regular, light-touch monitoring using short feedback cards and check-ins tracks wellbeing, confidence, and next steps. We will also share a summary of the project's end with the community.

User 5673926 months ago Empowering the next generation of young entrepreneurs to inspire, learn, and connect.Funding requested: £10,000Project Description: Economic exclusion has been consistently linked to poor health and wellbeing across diverse communities. A lack of opportunity, confidence, and financial stability often leads to stress, anxiety, and declining mental health. Many young people in Brixton face these pressures, struggling to find secure employment even after university or apprenticeship schemes, and losing hope in traditional routes.At the same time, South London has a growing culture of informal enterprise: side hustles, creative projects, and early business ideas. Yet many of these young innovators lack practical knowledge, credible guidance, or access to the networks and funding that could help them turn ideas into stable income.New-Gen Brixton tackles this gap by helping young people move from idea to action through a three-stage entrepreneurship pathway: Inspire → Learn → Connect. Stage 1 - Inspire: Foundational sessions introducing entrepreneurship as a realistic and healthy route to economic resilience. Participants explore whether entrepreneurship is right for them, how to spot opportunities, and quick, practical ways to start generating income. These sessions replace social-media hype with honest, real-world guidance tailored to the realities of low-income communities. Stage 2 - Learn: Insights, learnings, and feedback from participants in Stage 1 will directly shape Stage 2. This phase delivers practical knowledge, skills, and education that can be applied from day one. Sessions will be led by the project founder alongside guest collaborators from across the public and private sectors. Areas of focus may include testing ideas and market research, business development, identifying a niche, approaching clients or partners, and building sustainable income streams. Delivery methods will be grounded in the lived realities of communities on lower incomes, straightforward, real-world advice that creates urgency around developing new sources of income. Stage 3 - Connect: A final TEDx-style event bringing together funders, accelerators, creative-industry leaders, and community entrepreneurs. This showcase will create live opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and early-stage funding—bridging the gap between young innovators and the systems of capital and support that too often overlook them. Through these stages, New-Gen Brixton will build confidence, hope, and opportunity among young people who feel shut out of mainstream employment. It will strengthen mental wellbeing through empowerment, showing participants that they are capable, their ideas matter, and their community can be a source of growth.How the funding helps:The £10,000 grant will cover venue hire and logistics, guest speaker renumeration, marketing and outreach, workshop materials and refreshments, and a coordination fee for delivery and evaluation.Why it will succeed:New-Gen Brixton will succeed because it’s led by someone who understands this community and has walked the same path as the people it’s designed for.I was born and raised in South London and have spent the last five years working across the area, empowering and training local people, helping community groups secure funding, and creating opportunities for those often excluded from traditional systems. I grew up around a small family business, worked in the corporate world, and then moved into community development and social impact work. Through this journey, I’ve learned how to navigate very different worlds, from local enterprise to public and private sector partners, and I’m now using those experiences and networks to support the next generation of young entrepreneurs.This project brings together real experience, practical knowledge, and trusted relationships to deliver something that is achievable, relevant, and rooted in the realities of South London life. That’s why New-Gen Brixton will work, because it’s built from within the community, and for the community.

Abdul Abeshinbioke6 months ago I am requesting £10,000 to help fund a year-long community chess initiative in South London. The project will deliver monthly chess events throughout 2026 that go beyond traditional chess sessions. These events will include tournaments, creative chess formats, and social gatherings designed to foster human connection, learning, and personal growth. The programme will feature expert-led lessons for beginners and intermediate players, a Chess Careers Fair where professionals share how chess influences their work, and live-streamed chess showcases to engage wider audiences. My goal is to make chess more visible, inclusive, and accessible in the community, especially for young people.The project is intended to support young people mainly in Brixton and Peckham, particularly those from Black, Asian, and ethnic minority backgrounds and individuals from low-income households. It will also support local chess clubs in these areas, especially those run by Black individuals, by providing greater visibility and new opportunities for growth. The initiative will connect players to local clubs, build bridges between communities, and highlight the positive social and educational impact of chess.This project will make a difference by providing young people with a constructive outlet to learn, connect, and challenge themselves. It will help participants develop critical thinking, problem-solving, focus, and communication skills while creating a consistent and inclusive space for social interaction. By combining chess with conversation, creativity, and mentorship, the events will strengthen community ties, empower diverse voices, and show that chess is not just a game, but a powerful tool for growth and connection.The funding will help my community by providing the essential resources to make these events possible. It will cover the purchase of chess sets, clocks, DGT boards, and streaming equipment, as well as the hire of accessible venues in Brixton and Peckham. It will also allow me to invite guest speakers and professional chess instructors to inspire and teach participants. This support will enable us to host consistent, high-quality events that give young people a place to learn new skills, make friends, and discover new opportunities.I believe this project will be a success because interest in chess is growing rapidly across the UK. The government has pledged over £2.5 million in recent years to support chess in schools and communities, and more social chess clubs led by ethnic minorities are emerging across London. I have experience organising successful chess events through my platform, ChessRing, and I have seen first-hand how powerful the game can be in bringing people together. Young people today are seeking spaces that are social, skill-based, and meaningful. Chess offers exactly that a way to think critically, connect authentically, and build confidence. With this funding, we can capture the growing energy around chess and create a sustainable programme that inspires and benefits our community for years to come.

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