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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.
Complete the Application Template (Word Document) – download it here and fill it in first.

Important to note: you cannot save your progress within the online form, so prepare your answers in the template before starting your application.

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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Phases

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Phase 1: Put Your Ideas Forward and Let's Shape Brixton Together

Put Your Ideas Forward and Let's Shape Brixton Together

Put Your Ideas Forward and Let's Shape Brixton Together

15 September 2025 23:00 - 21 October 2025 23:00

Share your ideas on how to help improve Brixton

133 projects

Catherine Hamilton11 months ago We are are requesting £10805 to deliver two free weekly sessions for local residents aged 50+. Sessions will improve mental health together with having wider benefits of creating community connections, improving balance and fitness. The funding will allow us to continue with our Wednesday Tai Chi class in 2026 plus will introduce a new choir session giving a full morning package of wellbeing activities for local residents. A termly healthy lunch will also bring our participants together socially through sharing seasonal food. Which group(s) or communities is your project intended to support?Our sessions will support local residents aged 50+ with health conditions, particularly those feeling isolated. We will target residents on low incomes and those with disabilities and long term health conditions from our local diverse communities. Our current activities include our weekly Community Club for people aged 60+ together with Pilates and Tai Chi sessions. Feedback from current sessions demonstrates the need to both continue to fund the Tai Chi session and to introduce a new activity to further benefit our community. Since 2020 our centre has become embedded as a local hub and has a reputation for welcoming in older residents from all our local communities. We also have links with other local networks and GP surgeries enabling us to promote our sessions to those with long term health conditions. Wellbeing at the Windmill (updated project submission 20 Oct)What difference will it make?Our Tai Chi and Choir sessions will improve mental health and wellbeing. Our Tai Chi session is currently funded until December 2025 and has been running for over 2 years. By offering it free of charge we are fully inclusive and feedback demonstrates the important benefits it gives:“Yes! Peace of mind. Increase in joint mobility”“Positive mental attitude. Less joint pain. Healthier in general”“Concentration. Balance. Sense of wellbeing”.We ask our participants about what other activities they would like to do at the centre. “Joining a choir” has been mentioned many times and this project will allow us to set up a new weekly Windmill Voices session. Singing is known to have a range of benefits including improving breathing, posture and muscle tension. Singing has also been shown to increase feelings of happiness and wellbeing and in increasing social bonds. By attending weekly choir sessions our participants will create new networks together with leaving the sessions feeling happier and healthier. How will this funding help your community?We will continue to offer a free weekly Tai Chi class for local residents aged 50+, something we know improves mental health and wellbeing. We will also introduce a new activity for older residents to try, bringing people together through song. Both sessions will include social time with refreshments creating more opportunities for new friendships and connections for people who are sometimes isolated at home. We will also offer a termly healthy lunch for participants.● Why do you think your project will be a success?As an organisation embedded in our local community we know we can reach our target audiences. We also know there is a demand for both sessions we will offer and are confident they will be well attended and will improve the mental health and wellbeing of participants. Our ongoing evaluation will record feedback from participants enabling us to continually monitor sessions and experiences ensuring they are suitable for everyone.Wellbeing at the Windmill (updated project submission 20 Oct)

User 41290211 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.

Donovan Elliott11 months ago • Total amount of funding you are requesting: £15,000Forward Horizon CIC is applying to THINC for core costs toward a six-month housing support and move-on project in Brixton. This funding will enable us to work intensively with 24 households currently living in temporary accommodation and help them to secure long term homes.• What will your project deliver?This project, Brixton Pathway to Homes will combine personalised casework with tenancy skills training.We will provide: One-to-one housing support to help clients understand their housing rights, access private housing, social tenancies and develop tenancy-readiness skills. Tailored action plans focused on budgeting, income maximisation and digital confidence (including managing Universal Credit and searching for homes online). Regular training on employability and navigating the housing system, this will build both confidence and peer support networks. Post move-on support to break the cycle of homelessness. Our goal is to see at least 75% of participants progress into sustainable accommodation or demonstrate clear readiness to move on.• Which groups or communities is your project intended to support?The project will support constituents of Brixton who are: Living in temporary accommodation or at risk of homelessness. Often single parents, young adults or individuals from Black, Asian and minority ethnic backgrounds groups can suffer housing inequality. Facing barriers such as low income, insecure work, mental-health issues and lack of digital access. We will work closely with local partners, including housing officers, Jobcentres, probation officers and community organisations to identify those most in need. • What difference will it make?The need could not be clearer. There are now 127,000+ households in temporary accommodation in England (DLUHC, 2024), including 164,000 children (CIH, 2024). Research from Crisis (2025) shows that over half of people in emergency housing remain there for six months or more, often in poor conditions. These long stays in unsuitable accommodation can damage health and wellbeing.Our project directly tackles this crisis. It will: Empower 24 households to break free from temporary accommodation. It will allow children to maintain extended family support, maintain friendships and improve attainment at school. Improve independence through structured, evidence-based support. Strengthen links between residents, landlords and local services. Reduce the cost of temporary accommodation. Councils are already overspending on temporary accommodation, which now costs over £1.8 billion per year nationally (LSE, 2024). • How will this funding help your community?Homelessness fragments communities.By helping residents transition into secure, stable homes, Forward Horizon creates ripples of positive change and more local engagement.Participants will also be encouraged to teach what they have learned to family and friends and this will help more people to avoid homelessness and leave temporary accommodation.This project aligns with proven national research: evidence from Homeless Link (2024) and NIHR (2023) shows that housing-led and case-managed approaches significantly improve tenancy sustainment and helps break the cycle of homelessness. • Why do you think your project will be a success?Forward Horizon CIC’s leadership team brings 55 years of combined frontline experience in homelessness prevention, housing advice and community mentoring. We have worked within local authorities and voluntary organisations - we are 'insiders' who understand the 'system' and its limitations.We take a housing-led, person-centred approach, blending practical know-how with empathy. Every participant’s journey is unique and outcomes will be will be measured to ensure accountability. We will work with local authorities, housing associations and local agencies for referrals and coordination.• Any other important informationTemporary accommodation should never be a long-term solution, yet many Brixton families spend years in unsuitable housing, sometimes sharing bathrooms with strangers or raising children in single rooms.Our work will help to restore health and well-beingThis £15,000 investment will achieve tangible impacts for 24 households. Forward Horizon CIC builds on decades of experience, supported by independent research. THINC can be confident that their funding will help local people escape from temporary accommodation and transform lives.

User 12390411 months ago The Foundation Active Beans (FAB) project will deliver weekly group activity sessions for adults with learning disabilities, designed to improve physical health, mobility, and overall wellbeing. Sessions will run every Wednesday, and each will include a structured mix of warm-ups, energisers, themed activities, relays, team challenges, and cool-downs. All activities are designed to be inclusive, accessible, and fun - focusing on four key areas of physical development: coordination, balance, agility and stamina.The project is split into a 12-week cycle, with each week alternating between the four themes to build skills consistently while keeping sessions fresh and engaging. For example, participants might take part in a “Ninja Warrior” agility session one week, and a “Space Race” stamina challenge the next. Each activity is broken down into small, manageable steps to suit a range of needs and abilities, with clear instructions and visual aids. The project will launch with a “Welcome Week” introducing the group, setting expectations, and building trust and excitement. Over the next 11 weeks, the structured sessions will be delivered as outlined, gradually developing participants’ confidence and physical ability. In Week 12, we’ll run a “Challenge & Award Week” where participants can show what they’ve learned in a fun, celebratory format. They’ll receive bronze, silver or gold awards to recognise their effort and progress. Which group(s) or communities is your project intended to support?10 adults with learning disabilities, 8 of which are Wandsworth residents. With hope to expand further. What difference will it make?The Foundation Active Beans (FAB) project directly supports the health and wellbeing priority by helping adults with learning disabilities improve their physical health, mobility, and confidence through fun and inclusive weekly sessions. With rising levels of obesity and inactivity in this community, FAB provides a safe, supportive space to get active, learn new skills, and build healthier habits. Each session focuses on physical development; coordination, balance, agility and stamina - while also supporting mental wellbeing through social interaction, routine, and positive reinforcement. The group environment encourages friendships, boosts self-esteem, and reduces feelings of isolation. By making fitness fun and accessible, FAB helps participants lead healthier, more independent lives and gives them the tools to maintain those improvements over time. How will this funding help your community?Funding for Foundation Active Beans (FAB) project will support individuals with learning disabilities to achieve their full potential by building physical skills, confidence, and independence in a supportive and inclusive environment. Through fun, structured weekly sessions, participants are encouraged to set personal goals, try new challenges, and celebrate progress with awards, helping them realise what they’re capable of. By promoting teamwork, self-belief, and a sense of achievement, FAB empowers individuals to grow in confidence and take positive steps towards a more active, connected, and fulfilling lives. Why do you think your project will be a success? Outputs:● Weekly FAB sessions over 12 weeks● Around 10–15 adults with learning disabilities taking part● Focus on 4 key skills: coordination, balance, agility, and stamina● Celebration week at the end with bronze, silver and gold awards● Progress tracked through simple check-ins, observations and feedbackOutcomes:● Participants will get fitter, move more, and feel better in themselves● Confidence and independence will grow as they try new things and see progress● Social connections will improve, helping reduce isolation● People will feel proud of what they’ve achieved and motivated to keep going● The aim is to create something lasting that helps people feel good in their bodies and minds – and supported in their community.

User 67444011 months ago Brixton Sound Lab is a weekly music project for young people aged 16 to 25 in Brixton and the surrounding areas, with a focus on those who are from Black/Asian/Ethnic backgrounds, low-income, LGBTQ+, or living with disabilities, we are requesting £10,000 in funding. The project is all about giving young people a space to express themselves through music, build skills, and improve their mental wellbeing in a supportive and creative environment. Each week, participants will take part in hands-on sessions in music production, DJing, and guitar. These sessions are designed to be accessible for everyone, whether they are complete beginners or already have some experience. Sessions will run both in-person and online to make sure everyone can take part, no matter their circumstances.Each month across the 3 months will focus on a different priority group, giving participants dedicated time and attention to explore music in ways that feel meaningful to them. At the end of each month, there may be a small showcase or sharing session where participants can share what they’ve created with friends, family, and the community. These moments are designed to build confidence, create a sense of achievement, and celebrate the participants’ creativity.The project will deliver practical skills in music production, DJing, and guitar, but it’s more than that. It will give participants tools to manage stress, build confidence, and find a creative outlet for their emotions. The sessions will encourage collaboration, friendship, and peer support, helping to strengthen connections between young people in the area.This project is intended to support young people from priority communities, including those who are low-income, LGBTQ+, living with disabilities, and young people. It will also naturally include participants from Black, Asian, and other ethnic minority backgrounds, reflecting the diversity of Brixton.The difference it will make is real. Participants will leave with new skills, a stronger sense of self, improved mental wellbeing, and a network of peers who share their passion for music. By giving young people a safe space to create and express themselves, the project will reduce feelings of isolation, provide positive role models, and inspire confidence in their abilities.Funding will cover venue hire, staff, equipment here like guitars, DJ decks, and production software, facilitator fees, and online platform costs. This ensures the project is free, inclusive, and high-quality, so money is never a barrier for anyone who wants to take part. The funding will allow us to reach more people, provide the best possible experience, and make sure the project is sustainable over the three months.This project will succeed because it is designed by someone who understands music, creativity, and youth culture, and who has experience performing, DJing, and running workshops. It meets a real need in the community, gives young people the tools to improve their wellbeing, and celebrates their voices through music. Brixton Sound Lab is more than a project - it’s a space for young people to express, create, and be seen.

Neila Baiguzhanova11 months ago I’m applying for £10,000 in funding to run a 12-week pilot programme of "Sunshine Sisters : Upgrade Your Life – Building Mental Resilience After 50" initiative. A 12 week programme of mental health resilience workshops, tailored to the lived experiences of BAME women 50+ Weekly peer support groups and access to one-to-one counselling taster sessions Creative wellbeing activities (e.g. journaling, mindfulness) Access to resources and signposting to relevant services (e.g. menopause clinics, carers’ support) A celebration and reflection event at the end of the programme Venue- Lansdowne Green Community Centre, 291 Wandsworth Rd, London SW8 2ND Which Groups Will Benefit? Black, Asian, and other ethnic minority women aged 50+, particularly those who are: Experiencing mental health challenges Isolated or disconnected from support networks Carers for elderly relatives or grandchildren Affected by post-menopause or cultural stigma around mental health Unemployed or facing barriers to personal growth What Difference Will It Make? Supporting women aged 50+ improves intergenerational family wellbeing, as many are key anchors in their families and communities By improving mental resilience, women can become more active, confident, and better able to access wider health and social services It will reduce stigma around mental health in BAME communities and open up long-term pathways to support Enhancing mental wellbeing in this group leads to better health outcomes, reduced NHS strain, and stronger community cohesion How Will This Funding Help the Community in Brixton?Brixton is home to a richly diverse yet often underserved community. Many older BAME women face cultural and economic barriers to accessing mainstream mental health services. This funding will allow us to create a community-led, culturally affirming support space that reflects the identities and voices of local women. It will also encourage community-led leadership and increase social inclusion and wellbeing in the borough.Why Will This Project Succeed? Led by a qualified BAME counsellor with lived experience Designed in direct response to local need, based on conversations with women in Brixton Low-cost, high-impact model that can be scaled up in future phases Builds on strong local partnerships and knowledge of community dynamics Facilitated by a qualified and experienced BAME counsellor, the project will provide a safe and welcoming space where women can address issues such as anxiety, isolation, bereavement, identity loss, menopause, caregiving stress, and intergenerational trauma. The hub will run structured mental health resilience workshops, emotional wellbeing check-ins, and peer support circles to help women reclaim their voice, build emotional strength.

User 25568011 months ago The NAMOW Initiative is a not-for-profit community organisation that supports Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic (BAME) migrant women living in Brixton and the surrounding areas of South London. Many of these women experience loneliness, unemployment, cultural barriers, and poor mental health caused by trauma, displacement, or discrimination.Our project provides a safe and inclusive space where women can connect, share experiences, and rebuild confidence through creative, social, and wellbeing-based activities.The £10,000 we are requesting will cover our core operating costs — including venue hire, materials, facilitation fees, volunteer expenses, and administration — enabling us to sustain and grow our community programmes that improve the mental health and wellbeing of BAME migrant women.What the project will deliverWe will deliver a year-round wellbeing and empowerment programme, including: Weekly Art and Craft sessions that encourage creativity, relaxation, and social bonding. Regular walking groups in local parks to improve physical health and promote mindfulness. Mental health awareness seminars and peer-support workshops led by trained facilitators to help women recognise stress, build resilience, and access professional help. Social and cultural gatherings celebrating heritage, friendship, and intergenerational exchange. Volunteer and leadership opportunities to help women develop confidence, transferable skills, and a sense of purpose. These activities nurture self-esteem, reduce isolation, and create a strong network of support for women who often feel invisible within mainstream society.Who will benefit The project will support BAME migrant women, including refugees, asylum seekers, and first-generation immigrants from Africa, the Caribbean, South Asia, and the Middle East, living in Brixton, Peckham, and nearby South London communities.Many of our members are single mothers, survivors of gender-based violence, or women struggling with social exclusion and unemployment. By focusing on this group, NAMOW bridges the gap between community-based peer support and formal mental health services — offering culturally sensitive, accessible, and stigma-free care.What difference the project will make Improved mental health and emotional wellbeing for over 100 women. Reduced social isolation and loneliness, with stronger friendship networks. Increased confidence, self-esteem, and participation in community life. Better awareness of mental health and access to appropriate local services. Participants describe NAMOW as a “lifeline” that restores hope and belonging.How the funding will helpThis grant will ensure continuity and sustainability by covering core expenses such as venue hire, creative materials, refreshments, volunteer travel, and coordination. Funding will allow us to run consistent weekly sessions, reach new participants, and strengthen partnerships across South London.Why we believe the project will succeedNAMOW is led by women from the same communities we serve, creating deep trust and cultural understanding. Our peer-led approach empowers members to shape and lead activities, ensuring relevance and ownership.We have a proven record of strong engagement and collaboration with local organisations, churches, and refugee support groups. Sessions are well-attended and participant feedback highlights significant emotional and social benefits.With support from the Brixton and Peckham Fund, the NAMOW Initiative will continue transforming lives — helping BAME migrant women feel seen, valued, and mentally strong within their South London community.

Awa Kone Le Gal11 months ago I would like to ask for £5,000.00. I will be running a mosaic project in Brixton at Stockwell Park Community Trust.The mosaic project will be community-based. Aiming towards people with disabilities and mental health, especially the deaf community. Being deaf myself and a BSL user, I can communicate verbally and use BSL. Many people who suffer from disabilities and deafness will suffer from mental health issues, the reason being that they often get bullied and misunderstood. The money will go towards equipment such as tiles, mesh, wood glue, mosaic cutters and grout. Creating mosaics is something that has kept me positive, even on my bad days. So I know that it will be beneficial to anyone who suffers from mental health issues. I am a member of the Clapham Deaf Sports & Social Club, where I socialize every Wednesday. When I had my mental breakdown, being creative has always improved my mental health. I have been through 5 years of mental health struggles in the past. And for the past 2 and a half years, I have recovered from it. I now feel much stronger to support others through hard times. I understand what they are going through so I am the best person to help those individuals through. It is something that is not often spoken about. It should be a topic that is talked about more openly. It isn’t something that deaf people should be ashamed to admit they need support.Creating mosaics is something that has kept me positive, even on my bad days. So I know that it will be beneficial to anyone who suffers from mental health issues.My project will be a success because I will be sharing my mosaic skills amongst people that have mental health due to their disabilities, which I can relate to. With my mosaic skills, I think this will be beneficial to people who have learning difficulties for their mental health and wellbeing. This project will be a success because when I create mosaics, it is very relaxing and therapeutic. So this is why I would like to teach deaf and disabled people how to create mosaics, teaching them how to use the mosaic cutters, grouting and use of colors contrast. Opening their mind to a different art form, I think will help encourage them to develop mosaic skills. Some of them may not have heard of mosaics before so the process of cutting tiles to create an image that will last a lifetime will be fantastic. A project that people can look back on and say, I learnt a new skill and I helped create this big mosaic. This will be something beneficial and encouraging for those people to say that they can achieve and create something for their community.

Shantell Badmus11 months ago The Beloved Black Child CIC is a new community organisation based in Southwark and serving families in Brixton (SE5). It was created from my own lived experience of growing up and feeling like a second thought, and never being truly celebrated in spaces meant for me.Our mission is simple: Make every child feel safe, celebrated and truly beloved.With £20000, we will be able to deliver a program to tackle health inequalities and strengthen families in three key ways;- Work experience and youth skills:We will provide opportunities for young people to volunteer, gain work experience and build their leadership skills. Providing these sessions will help improve their mental wellbeing, through confidence-building, while also preparing them for employment.- Cultural celebrations and Everyday Support:We will run sessions for children and combine creative play, physical activity and life skills with cultural celebration. These sessions will not only celebrate identity, but also promote wellbeing. By blending culture and everyday support, we create spaces for families to be uplifted and supported.- Family Support and Community hubOur project will serve as a hub for children to play, parents to connect and families to receive support. We will include food support and family events. By combining celebration and practical support, we strengthen both wellbeing and access to healthier choices.Children will grow in confidence and cultural pride, young people will gain skills for the future, and families will be supported with essentials and a safe space. The Beloved Black Child offers something unique: a consistent, inclusive and culturally rooted program to celebrate identity and meet everyday needs.We have already already delivered two self-funded pilot events, with our third one planned to happen on November 1st. Families are asking for more consistent, safe and empowering spaces to make their children feel truly celebrated and support them.This funding is not about starting something new, it is about meeting an existing need. The community has shown that they want The Beloved Black Child, and with your support, we can deliver it consistently at the scale families need.

Black Culture Market11 months ago Funding requested: £10,000Imagine a festival that feeds your body, mind, and soul.The Black Culture Market Festival will transform central Brixton into a celebration of health, heritage & happiness, bringing together food, wellness, creativity & culture. Over two vibrant days, visitors will explore a lively marketplace, taste nutritious African & Caribbean dishes, discover natural beauty brands & join interactive workshops that empower people to make healthier choices & celebrate their identity.Black Culture Market (BCM) celebrates culture and commerce, giving entrepreneurs of African & Caribbean descent visibility and opportunity. With just 0.24% of UK venture capital reaching Black entrepreneurs & only 0.02% to Black women, BCM provides a platform for innovation, self-reliance & growth.BCM has become a beloved Brixton institution, attracting thousands of visitors & national recognition. It uplifts traders & strengthens community identity, promoting mental health through connection, creativity & cultural pride.What the Festival Will Deliver A two-day festival marketplace featuring 50+ vendors across health, food, crafts & creative industries. Talks and workshops on nutrition, herbal medicine & safer cosmetics, raising awareness of the hidden health risks Black women (& men) face in mainstream beauty & haircare, and empowering people to make informed, healthier choices. Entrepreneurs showcasing natural and safer alternatives in skincare, haircare, food & cosmetics, many founded after personal health challenges, turning their experiences into positive change. Health Checks - In partnership with health practitioners offering blood pressure, diabetes & general wellness screenings to promote early detection & proactive self-care. Health-focused food traders offering nutritious African & Caribbean-inspired dishes that highlight the power of food as medicine. Live music and cultural performances celebrating Black joy, creativity & resilience. Representation in books, art & children’s products that reflect Black identities & nurture self-esteem. Interactive sessions on entrepreneurship, self-care & wellbeing as acts of empowerment. Communities SupportedThe festival supports Black communities across Brixton, alongside young people, families & start-up entrepreneurs seeking access to culturally relevant wellbeing information & opportunities.Black people face disproportionate rates of preventable conditions such as diabetes, hypertension & certain cancers. Black women are also more likely to experience fibroids, infertility & complications during pregnancy, while Black men face higher risks of heart disease and prostate cancer. Limited access to culturally competent health advice & safe consumer products deepens these inequalities.This festival responds directly putting health education and empowerment into community hands, led by those who understand & represent these lived experiences.The Difference It Will Make: Access to healthy choices, through food & product education. Improved mental health, by creating joyful, inclusive spaces for connection & pride. Economic empowerment, through visibility for small Black-owned businesses. Community resilience, inspiring intergenerational learning & local pride. Thousands will attend over the weekend, participating in workshops, performances & wellness activities.£10,000 Will Help Venue hire in central Brixton Wellbeing workshops Live music & cultural programming Marketing, accessibility & staffing support How This Funding Will Help the CommunityThis grant will directly benefit the Brixton community by making the festival accessible, inclusive & impactful. It will cover essential costs from venue hire to workshops, ensuring that local entrepreneurs can showcase their products without barriers. Residents will gain access to culturally relevant health information, practical wellbeing advice, & inspirational stories from those who have turned challenges into change. The funding will help build a stronger, healthier & more connected community, where people can learn, celebrate, and support one another.Why It Will Be a SuccessBCM is a cornerstone of Brixton, described by visitors as “vibrant, empowering, and inspiring.” With this support, BCM will grow into a transformative festival, strengthening local health, creativity & connection, proving that when we invest in health, culture & community, everyone thrives.Vote for Black Culture Market - Festival!Black Culture Market

User 41984011 months ago Pillars is a six-week community wellness programme (delivered over six consecutive Saturdays) designed to tackle the barriers that prevent Brixton residents from achieving lasting health and wellbeing.The project is built around three interconnected Pillars — Food, Fitness, and Finance — which together form the foundation of good health. Each acts as both a challenge and an opportunity: access to nutritious food, the confidence and space to be active, and the financial literacy to sustain healthy habits.Each group session will combine practical workshops, group discussions, and community challenges that equip participants with tools to make lasting change.Each session blends expert guidance with peer-led discussion, making it practical, social, and community-driven.Aims & Outcomes- Improve participants’ confidence and knowledge across all three pillars.- Create a sustained peer-support network encouraging continued healthy choices.- Reduce the impact of health inequalities in Brixton by empowering residents to take control of their wellbeing.- Support participants from diverse backgrounds to create and achieve personal wellness goals for 2026.Why it matters?In Brixton, communities face overlapping barriers — rising food costs, limited access to safe fitness spaces, and financial stress — all of which drive poorer health outcomes. Pillars tackles these head-on in an inclusive, accessible, and culturally relevant way.Delivery & LegacyThe programme will be run by 3 Brixtonite facilitors: Giants in the fields of Food, Fitness and Finance.Participants will have access to physical and online resources, group meetups, and signposting to local health and wellbeing services to ensure lasting impact beyond the sessions, with prizes for outstanding students in each pillar.Total amount of funding requested:£10,000What will your project deliver?6 weekly sessions (approx. 3–4 hours each) blending food, fitness, and finance workshops.Creation of community-led wellness plans.A network of peer ambassadors promoting healthy habits locally.Which group(s) or communities is your project intended to support?Brixton residents (18+) from low-medium income households & ethnically diverse backgrounds.

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User 48400011 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.

Laura Doehler11 months ago Exit Map (EM), a Brixton-based non-profit community company and the main applicant, runs Moving On outdoor dance events since four years in SE London. Through capacity building we will increase reach and access for disadvantaged vulnerable residents from Brixton and Peckham who struggle with health issues to take part. Previous feedback:“So engaging, immersing and inspiring. Really brilliant. Yesterday and even still now, I felt I was breathing like I was a kid again. I want to feel that feeling some more.""Saddlers Wells in the park! Inclusive, restorative. Special. Thank you!"For this project, EM will collaborate with Purple Ladies (PL) towards capacity building: a Peckham-based non-profit that runs weekly share-and-exchange sessions for marginalised groups, using movement to empower those impacted by poverty, inequality, and service cuts, supporting low-income families, refugees, migrants, people with disabilities, neurodiverse individuals, and LGBTQ+ communities. PL will help EM to address the acute challenges people from marginalised backgrounds face—particularly around confidence, visibility and accessing the benefits of movement, dance and nature.Programme outline Feb–Mar: EM and PL will co-host weekly sessions blending conversations, dance, and wellbeing practices including experiential anatomy, release technique, and bodywork. These will take place indoors and outdoors with participants from PL’s share-and-exchange programme, as well as through established partnerships with social prescribing initiatives, community centres, arts organisations, and mental health charities. In addition, we will invest in creating new links with arts and health programs and supporters. Mar–Sep: EM’s Openly Spaced Out - dance in parks program will provide monthly outdoor gatherings in Brockwell Park, maintaining continuity and accessibility. Aug–Sep: EM delivers 12 Moving On events, free for programme participants and available to local residents via paid tickets in Brockwell and Peckham Rye Park. About Moving OnMoving On events (ages 16–99, up to 30 participants each) guide people into dance experiences outdoors to: Strengthen natural functional movement patterns (e.g. breath, impulse, touch) in connection with the environment. Build confidence with self and others through the use of movement and dance, regardless of ability or experience. Develop a sense of safety and belonging in outdoor public spaces. Reimagine body image through dance as a communal practice that fosters belonging and reduces isolation Foster connection to neighbourhoods and parks as common ground and resource. Each event offers a joint warm-up and an immersive 45-minute audio score created by local sound and dance artists. Events conclude with community picnics where an immersive sound installation allows participants to share experiences and connect.By resourcing PL’s wealth of knowledge and experience, EM will ensure that Moving On and the program Openly Spaced Out are fully inclusive, accessible and available to those who will benefit most. Together, EM and PL will embed embodied, collective practices of wellbeing and resilience at the heart of local community life to foster regeneration as well as social integration.Application is for £ 17,535 (core funding, project costs and capacity building)

User 45838811 months ago Rackets for Wellbeing Rackets for Wellbeing: Wandsworth Primary Project is a year-long initiative by Circle Collective CIC introducing primary school boys and girls aged six to eleven to racket sports such as tennis and pickleball. The £30,000 funding will enable weekly, hour-long sessions across the school year in Wandsworth primary schools, reaching up to 150 children. Each session will combine physical activity, mindfulness, and wellbeing education to help children understand how movement, nutrition, hydration, and rest support both physical and mental health.The project will focus on children from families on low incomes and those from Black, Asian, and other ethnic minority backgrounds who are underrepresented in racket sports. It will also support children facing social or financial exclusion, including those from families with insecure or no immigration status, as well as those living with disabilities or experiencing housing instability. By working directly in schools, the project removes barriers of cost, transport, and confidence that often prevent participation in organised sport. Parents and carers will also be engaged through informal communication and signposting to affordable local wellbeing opportunities, ensuring that families can continue to access healthy options beyond the project.Through consistent weekly engagement, children will experience improvements in confidence, focus, and emotional regulation. The coaching sessions will use sport as a tool to develop teamwork, self-belief, and resilience, helping children build social connection and a sense of belonging. Each session will begin and end with a mindfulness-based warm-up and cool-down, introducing simple strategies for managing emotions, attention, and stress. Expected outcomes include at least 80 percent of participants reporting improved confidence and wellbeing by the end of the project, as measured through attendance data, wellbeing surveys, and teacher feedback.This funding will make a direct difference to the Wandsworth community by removing financial and social barriers to sport and promoting healthy, active lifestyles among children who are most at risk of poor health outcomes. By offering free and inclusive racket sports sessions within local schools, the project will give children a safe, positive space to be active, make friends, and learn strategies to support their mental health. It will also strengthen community wellbeing by engaging families in accessible sport and by providing positive, relatable role models through a diverse coaching team.Circle Collective CIC is a Black female-founded, community-led organisation tackling socio-economic, racial, and gender inequalities in sport. The coaching team of men and women all hold national sport qualifications, safeguarding training, and enhanced DBS checks. Oversight from an experienced Programme Coordinator will ensure robust delivery, monitoring, and safeguarding throughout. The organisation’s proven track record in running inclusive, school-based programmes demonstrates its ability to deliver measurable improvements in wellbeing, participation, and social connection.Our monitoring and evaluation will include attendance records, wellbeing surveys, and interviews with children, parents, and teachers to assess progress and impact. Six to ten participants who show commitment and enthusiasm will receive one-to-one coaching scholarships following the project, deepening their skills and confidence.

User 39402211 months ago When housing emergencies happen, they don’t wait and respect office hours. OUThouse fills that Out of Hours gap. We’re part of the South London Advice Group, a small, volunteer-run organisation based in Brixton, made up of local professionals and people with lived experience of homelessness. Together, we offer free, out-of-hours digital housing and welfare advice for people living in temporary accommodation (TA), including those placed in the private rented sector, hostels, B&Bs, or other emergency housing where poor conditions often harm health and wellbeing.Using familiar online platforms, we provide one-to-one advice in real time during evenings and weekends; when councils, law centres and Citizens Advice offices are closed. We provide advice with urgent housing issues such as unsafe conditions, disrepair, eviction threats and benefit problems. Our service ensures people can get help when they actually need it, not just when it’s convenient for agencies. Our existing links mean that we can signpost people to foodbanks, legal advice and any number of other organisations, ensuring they get specialist support where needed.The need is real and growing. There are now over 131,000 households in temporary accommodation in England, the highest figure on record(1). In London, families in TA are three times more likely to come from Black or global majority backgrounds(2). Research shows that life in TA causes severe stress, anxiety and poor diet, and since 2019 at least 74 child deaths in England have listed temporary accommodation as a contributing factor(3). These statistics reflect what we see every week in Brixton: overcrowded rooms, damp, and residents cut off from vital support.OUThouse tackles the health inequalities these conditions create. Better mental health: Housing insecurity is one of the biggest drivers of anxiety and depression. 1 in 5 people in the UK have experienced mental health problems because of housing stress(4). Our volunteers give practical, immediate help that prevents crises from escalating - easing the strain on families and reducing stress-related illness. Healthier living conditions: Many TA residents can’t cook proper meals or live safely due to shared or broken facilities. We help them challenge unsuitable placements and secure repairs or rehousing, reducing the risks of respiratory problems, malnutrition and cold-related illness. Empowerment and prevention: By giving clear, accurate information about rights and entitlements, we enable residents to make decisions that protect their wellbeing. Early advice can stop a heating failure, mould problem or rent dispute turning into a health emergency. We’re asking for £8,575 to run OUThouse for one year. This funding will pay for secure digital platforms, volunteer training and expenses, a small coordination fund, and community outreach so residents in TA know we’re here for them. With this, we can deliver weekly digital clinics, supporting hundreds of Brixton residents, our neighbours, who would otherwise face housing problems alone.OUThouse is local, flexible and human. We live here, we understand the challenges, and we believe that nobody should suffer in silence just because it’s after hours. Vote for OUThouse to help make Brixton a place where everyone (regardless of income or housing) can access the advice they need to stay healthy, safe and supported, day or night.Sources: (1) Shelter, 2024; (2) Centre for Homelessness Impact, 2023; (3) BBC/Shelter, 2024; (4) The Mental Health Foundation

Jason Charles11 months ago On The Same Page South LDN – B2B & SWR Basketball On The Same Page South London is a partnership facilitated by community investment professionals and a collective of Black-led CVS organisations rooted in South London. Our projects follow best practice in social investment, demonstrating that Black-led organisations can collaborate effectively when supported to do so. Too often small organisations are expected to deliver partnerships without resources to cover costs, this fund’s commitment to Core Funding is therefore vital and brilliant to see.We are developing a comprehensive South London Basketball Programme for young people aged 11–16. Building on successful delivery in Merton and Wandsworth, we seek funding to expand free provision into Lambeth. The programme will be delivered by Mentivity, one of the boroughs leading youth organisations. We take a place-based approach, ensuring programmes are run by trusted local organisations with strong connections to young people.Why We Know Basketball WorksBasketball is the second most popular team sport in the UK; especially among young people in London; but it is one of the least funded. This is a clear example inequity, as its participants are overwhelmingly from BAME backgrounds. For example, in 2023 basketball received just £500k of national funding compared to £5.65m for sailing and £3.4m for canoeing; sports that are far less relevant to the lives of young people in inner-city communities.We began in Merton in 2024 after identifying the large youth basketball community with little or no access to safe, funded provision (similar in Lambeth & Southwark). The success of these early sessions confirmed the appetite for structured, supportive basketball programmes to date raising approx. £200k.Our work aligns with the Lost Boys report by the Centre for Social Justice, which highlights how gangs and serious violence are fuelled by absent fathers, school exclusions, poverty, and lack of opportunity. Our programme addresses these challenges by combining positive role models, mentoring, and opportunities for achievement. Using basketball as the sport to attract young people into a safe space for personal development.What We Will DeliverWe will provide free weekly basketball sessions in Lambeth for 11–16 year olds, replicating our model in Merton and Wandsworth. Sessions are delivered jointly by professional basketball coaches and local youth mentors, giving young people both sporting skills and personal development support.At the end of each school term we host borough-wide tournaments, creating exciting competitive opportunities that young people love. These events bring different communities together, foster pride and aspiration, and provide a positive alternative to anti-social behaviour. Please view our links below to understand the benefits of providing facilitated competition to young people.The location will be decided via surveying young people where demand is the highest based on where their is a suitable basketball venue available.Long-Term ImpactAs the UK has recently committed an additional £11m to basketball, our programme will also prepare young people in Lambeth to take advantage of new opportunities in the sport. By developing pathways into playing, coaching, and leadership, we are investing in the next generation of basketball professionals.Ultimately, this project is about more than sport. It is about building a collaborative South London ecosystem that nurtures young people through mentorship, positive role models, and community pride. By providing safe spaces, trusted support, and inspiring opportunities, we will help BAME young people in South London to thrive. ‘It takes a village to raise our children’Listen to our participants, parents and key stakeholders South West Runs – Merton Tournament (Launch 2024 supported by 15+ orgs)South West Runs – Merton Tournament (2025)JAF B2B Tournaments – Wandsworth Tournament (2025)Amount requested per borough: £27,000 This includes delivery of free weekly sessions, end of term tournaments and partnership and capacity building of the South London Basketball Collective.

Trybe House Theatre11 months ago Total Funding Requested: £40,000What will this funding deliver?Trybe House Theatre is a London-based social enterprise tackling one of the most pressing yet under-discussed health crises: the mental health and wellbeing of young Black men. Since launching in 2020 during the COVID-19 pandemic, we have used theatre, storytelling, and culturally responsive programmes to create safe spaces where young Black men aged 18–26 can express themselves, build resilience, develop creative skills, and thrive.This core funding will transform our delivery model by increasing session frequency from monthly to weekly for our existing cohort. It will cover essential staff costs to ensure consistent, high-quality facilitation and provide resources including venue hire, transport, refreshments, and materials. It will also strengthen our organisational infrastructure and capacity for sustainable growth while keeping all sessions free at the point of access for participants.Which groups or communities will this support?We serve young Black men aged 18–26 in Brixton, a community facing systemic barriers to mental health support and future opportunities. Many participants come from low-income backgrounds, some are in or leaving care, and all navigate the unique pressures of being young Black men in today’s society. This funding deepens our impact by providing more frequent and meaningful engagement for our existing cohort.What difference will it make?Young Black men are statistically at higher risk of mental health challenges yet among the least likely to access support. Moving from monthly to weekly sessions will create stronger relationships and sustained community building, allow for consistent mental health check-ins, support deeper creative development and skill-building through performance projects, reduce isolation through regular peer connection, and increase confidence, wellbeing, and resilience.Participants can also develop work to reference for future creative opportunities and employment. One shared, "THT has improved my mental health... I feel that I have found a new community where I have made some good friends." Weekly contact would amplify this impact.How will this funding help your community?This funding does not just sustain our work; it scales our impact. Weekly sessions provide young men with a reliable, consistent space, creating routine, accountability, and belonging. Covering staff costs ensures skilled practitioners who understand participants’ lived experiences. Resources like transport and food remove practical barriers to participation. By supporting performance projects, this funding also helps participants build industry-relevant skills and portfolios, opening pathways to future creative opportunities and employment.Why will this project be a success?We have a proven track record. Since 2020, we have engaged hundreds of young Black men in the UK and internationally, partnering with Brixton House, the National Theatre, and Royal Court Theatre. Our culturally responsive approach, led by Black practitioners, builds trust and authenticity.We are not starting from scratch. We already have the cohort, the relationships, and the model. This funding allows us to show up consistently for young people who desperately need it. Regular sessions enable participants to take creative risks, engage deeply, and develop confidence, teamwork, and practical skills. Over time, sustained contact enables personal growth, creative achievement, and preparation for future opportunities in the arts and beyond.With your support, we can continue to do all we can to ensure these young Black men do not leave Trybe House Theatre doors the same way they came in, equipping them with skills, confidence, and opportunities to thrive creatively and professionally.

User 61107811 months ago Brixton is full of talent, but many young people are dealing with stress, low confidence and tight budgets. Brighter Future gives them practical skills, a calm place to learn and support to feel better. It is a four-week, hands-on programme that mixes creative activities with simple mental health support. Across 2026, we will run seven rounds in Brixton Windrush, Rush Common, Myatt’s Fields and from our hub in the neighbouring Tulse Hill area, so sessions are close to home. We will share dates early via our marketing channels and make it easy to join through a dedicated sign-up link.Each session runs three days a week over four weeks. We begin with confidence-building activities: goal-setting, fostering a growth mindset, and calm check-ins. Next, we explore digital media and visual arts, including Canva design, photography, and short-form videos. In week three, young people collaborate in teams on larger projects. One group researches a topic meaningful to them, then plans, films, and edits a 15-minute mini documentary. The other group designs a mural across the wall of an agreed local hub, e.g. Sage & Poppy Coffee Shop, with our affiliate artist, Pins. Themes are drawn from the young people, such as belonging, identity, and self-esteem. In week four, everyone prepares for what comes next by tidying up their CVs, practising interviews, and sharing their work during a friendly screening or exhibition, concluding with a certificate presentation for family and friends.We focus on Brixton young people aged 16-24 who face barriers, including those on low incomes, Black and other minoritised communities, and care-leavers. Sessions are stigma-free and culturally aware, led by relatable staff. We can also signpost to additional help, and an on-site life coach is available one day a week.This funding covers the essential staff and resources that ensure the programme's reliability: facilitators, support workers, the weekly wellbeing professional, small expenses for food, travel, and stationery, and basic running costs such as equipment updates, communications, and administration. In practice, this means doors open on time, materials are prepared, and there is appropriate support in the room so young people feel safe to try, create, and return.The difference will be clear. Over the year, we will support 84 young people, approximately 12per cohort. We will produce 4-6 media projects per session and organise seven community murals, along with seven local showcases. We expect most participants to report improved wellbeing and confidence, to demonstrate new creative and work skills, and many to progress into training, education, work, or enterprise. We will check on their progress after three months to see how they are doing.Brighter Futures succeeds because it is practical and encouraging. Sessions are brief and well organised. Staff are approachable. Content is developed with local young people. Each session concludes with a clear next step. Orange Bow is based in Lambeth and collaborates with local partners to raise awareness. We remain focused on what matters to our young people: confidence, connection, and healthy habits that suit real life.

David Oyedele 11 months ago Thank you for the opportunity to pitch for this funding. We are requesting £10,000 in funding to support a new health and wellbeing initiative by Running Away From Problems (#RAFP) a vibrant, fast-growing community run club based out of Brixton. The RAFP journey began as one man on a mission (me) to use running as way to build mental clarity during a very difficult time. After a string of viral content it became bigger than just me and turned into a safe space for people to run, connect, and look after their mental and physical health. Since launching, we’ve grown to over 250 community members, predominantly from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds, creating a movement that inspires people to take the first step towards better health. Now, we want to expand our impact.Our proposal is to introduce monthly wellbeing sessions focused on making movement more inclusive, fun, and accessible to vulnerable groups in the community.What we aim to offer: A series of 12 monthly activities (1 per month), including Boxing, Pilates, Padel, Yoga, Skiing, and other low-barrier fitness experiences. In conjunction with our bi-weekly community runs. "Boxing Away From Problems", "Padelling Away From Problems"... The possibilities are endless. Free or heavily subsidised participation for vulnerable groups, including those from low-income backgrounds, young Black men and women, and those struggling with their mental health. Community leaders delivering sessions designed to build confidence and holistic wellbeing. For who? As a Brixton resident majority of my network resides within both Peckham and Brixton. We aim to help engage people particularly from Black and minority ethnic backgrounds. Vulnerable groups, including individuals at risk of social isolation, low-income households, and those managing their mental health. Young adults who may not have access to structured wellbeing activities. We're open to all walks of society who just want to find an escape from problems through fitness. The difference it will make: Physical wellbeing: Encouraging regular movement and introducing new forms of exercise to people who may not have access otherwise. Mental wellbeing: Creating a consistent, positive community space that helps reduce stress, anxiety, and loneliness. Social connection: Building bridges between communities through shared activity. Confidence & empowerment: Supporting individuals to take control of their health journey in an inclusive, non-judgmental environment. How funding will help: Covering costs for facility hire and equipment. Paying qualified instructors and facilitators. Providing free or low-cost access for participants. Supporting logistics, marketing, and community outreach to ensure broad accessibility. Why we believe this project will succeed: RAFP has already demonstrated strong community engagement through our weekly runs, growing organically to 250+ members in under a year. With weekly turnouts of 20+ people. Our sessions have a proven impact on people’s mental and physical health, fostering a unique culture of openness, positivity, and shared purpose. There’s a clear demand for accessible wellbeing activities in Brixton as many residents face health and social inequalities. By meeting people where they are and offering varied, enjoyable activities, we can make movement a lifestyle rather than a one-off event.

Building HER…11 months ago Building HER… CIC is a Brixton-based not-for-profit organisation led by women with lived experience of mental health conditions. We are dedicated to supporting women and girls who face isolation, low confidence and financial barriers. Our vision is clear: to see women and girls living happier, healthier lives free from the mental and emotional pressures holding them back.At the heart of Building HER… is a belief that small consistent steps Likkle by Likkle lead to big change. We primarily support women and girls from global majority backgrounds, particularly Black women and girls who are too often overlooked by mainstream wellbeing services. Research shows they are around twice as likely to be missed by NHS mental health services compared with other women often only receiving help once they reach crisis point. Many of those we support are navigating challenges such as financial hardship, parenthood and ongoing mental health issues. We provide nurturing spaces where they can rebuild confidence, connect with others and rediscover joy.Over the past six years Building HER… has become a trusted space for more than 1,500 women and girls in Brixton to connect, reflect and grow. Our four main initiatives form a holistic system for wellbeing, personal growth and community connection.Pour In To You serves over 100 women through quarterly meet ups, monthly workshops and one off events that empower women mentally, emotionally and physically. Sessions cover stress management, self care, body confidence and emotional resilience delivered through creative and culturally relevant activities that help women take ownership of their wellbeing.Building HER Story (BHS) is for girls aged 9-18. These programmes help build self esteem and confidence through creative workshops and empowerment projects. One of these is a podcast project delivered in partnership with BlackMaven CIC, training 15 girls annually to become mental health and wellbeing champions. It provides a platform for them to explore identity, friendships and mental health while learning storytelling, teamwork and creative skills. This project builds bridges between generations and encourages honest open conversations about growing up and thriving in today’s world.Cooking & Conversations, brings together women aged 55+ to cook, eat and share stories while teaching younger women traditional recipes. These intergenerational sessions reduce loneliness, build community and create meaningful peer-to-peer support. Women leave with full hearts, full bellies and a stronger sense of belonging.To continue this work core funding is vital. Support with staffing, space hire, materials and outreach enables us to coordinate activities, maintain safe spaces and ensure consistent support for the women who rely on us.In Brixton beneath the community’s strength and culture many women silently struggle with isolation and anxiety. Building HER… offers something different: a sisterhood rooted in lived experience and community care. Our programmes don’t just teach skills, they help women feel seen, heard and valued.With this funding we can sustain our core team, deliver our key projects and continue reaching women and girls who need to pour back into themselves. When women feel whole our entire community flourishes.Video link to support applicationhttps://buildingher.life/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/THINC-FUND-Building-HER.mp4

Trash Gxng11 months ago The project ‘Heart of Brixton: Youth Creative Hub’ will transform a tired, unused office in one of Lambeth’s landmark community buildings into a vibrant, youth-designed creative hub. This will be a safe, inclusive, and accessible space where young people aged 14–25 can learn the digital and creative skills of the future — from podcasting and design to fashion and entrepreneurship.We have already secured match funding to install new carpets and a brand new podcast studio for young people. This grant will enable us to complete the renovation by: Knocking down two adjoining walls to open up a larger, flexible floor plan Installing two modular, foldable partition walls to create versatile learning zones Covering the first two months of rent while works are underway Purchasing 20 new ergonomic office chairs for safe, comfortable learning Installing an AC unit for year-round temperature control Adding a portable water fountain for clean drinking water access Installing CCTV for enhanced safety and safeguarding of young people and staff Providing a one-year licence for podcast and audio design software Who this project supports: The Heart of Brixton directly supports communities most affected by health and social inequalities in the borough. This includes: Black, Asian, and ethnic minority young people facing systemic barriers to the creative industries People on low incomes who often lack access to safe, well-equipped learning environments People living with disabilities, through new accessibility improvements and inclusive design Young people in or leaving care, who will be offered creative training, mentoring, and community connection By creating a safe, welcoming, and inspiring hub, this project supports the wider neighbourhood health collaboration in Brixton — improving wellbeing, confidence, and sense of belonging among groups most at risk of social isolation.What difference it will make for our community:The project will repurpose up to 700 sqft of underused office space into a youth-led cultural and creative facility. At least 150 young people each year will access the hub for training, co-design, and enterprise support. The project tackles the root causes of inequality by providing equitable access to creative and digital skills training. It promotes social inclusion, reduces isolation, and connects young people to new opportunities in Lambeth’s thriving creative sector. 93% of all young people we have supported stated that we provide them with a ‘safe space to express themselves’. The space will be co-designed by 10 local young people through Trash Gxng Academy’s youth-led design programme, embedding community voice at every stage.Why this project will succeed:Trash Gxng Academy is an established Lambeth-based non-profit that delivers creative skills programmes for underrepresented youth. We have a proven track record of supporting our communities in Lambeth with over 90% of our interventions supporting global majority young people and over 80% identify as being economically disadvantaged or low income households.With youth co-design, targeted inclusion of underrepresented groups, and a focus on health, safety, and wellbeing, The Heart of Brixton: Youth Creative Hub will become a beacon for collaborative regeneration.

User 50625011 months ago We are requesting £30,000 to support the Food Bus Project in Brixton. This funding will help us continue to tackle food insecurity and poor nutrition by bringing affordable, fresh, and nutritious food directly to SW2. What will the project deliver?The Food Bus Project is a mobile food initiative designed to make healthy, affordable produce accessible to everyone, regardless of income or location. With the rising cost of living driving food prices higher and higher, our converted double decker bus travels across South London, making weekly stops in areas with limited access to affordable food. Selling a wide range of fresh fruit, vegetables, and store cupboard staples, the bus drives fresh food into the heart of local communities. The Brixton bus stop, based at Irby House (SW2 2HJ) every Thursday from 2pm–4pm, provides residents with produce that’s 25% cheaper than supermarkets. But the Food Bus is more than just a grocery store on wheels, it’s a community hub too. As well as selling nutritious food, there’s also a cafe on the top deck, where local residents can catch up and exchange recipes and knowledge over a cup of coffee. Who will the project support? Our work focuses on communities facing high levels of deprivation and food poverty. Many of the people we serve face multiple barriers, including: Low income or unemployment Poor mental health Social isolation and loneliness Discrimination due to race, religion, gender identity, or sexuality Long-term health conditions or disabilities We also welcome a large number of older residents (65+), many of whom live alone or are living with Alzheimer’s or Dementia. Our approach ensures that everyone is treated with dignity and respect, creating a safe and welcoming space for all.What difference will it make? The Food Bus Project delivers tangible and lasting impact. In 2024 alone, the bus made 160 stops and served 2,395 customers across Lambeth, Merton, Southwark and Wandsworth. With this funding, we will: Provide affordable food to local Brixton residents each month Support household budgeting and healthier eating habits Reduce isolation by creating social spaces where people can connect Strengthen the local food system through partnerships with suppliers and community groups Lower carbon impact by reducing food waste and sourcing locally where possible How the funding will helpThe £30,000 will directly support: The purchase of fresh food from wholesalers Staffing and volunteer training Fuel, maintenance, and repairs for the bus Community engagement activities and outreach This investment will ensure the Food Bus continues to deliver consistent, high-quality, affordable food access in Brixton throughout 2026.Why will it succeed? The Food Bus Project builds on proven success. Our established routes, community relationships, and dedicated volunteers have already shown that mobile, community-driven food access works. With strong local partnerships, growing demand, and an experienced delivery team, this project is ready to expand its impact and help more people in Brixton access fresh, nutritious food.

Fatima djabri11 months ago Fragments of My Story – A Photographic Journey of Healing and Belonging in Brixton Fragments of My Story is a photographic journey born from grief, migration, and resilience — a deeply personal project that grew out of my search for healing and belonging in Brixton. Over the past five years, without formal training or professional equipment, I have created a body of work that helped me process some of the hardest chapters of my life: losing both my parents, navigating anxiety and depression, facing housing insecurity, the realities of aging, and the ongoing experience of living as a woman and migrant in London.Brixton has been my home for 28 years. I came here from the Algerian ghettos of Paris, carrying layers of identity and memory that sometimes made me feel invisible — suspended between cultures and expectations. Yet it is within this vibrant and diverse community that I found myself again. Photography became my lifeline: a way to speak emotions too heavy for words, to find beauty in pain, and to piece myself back together when everything felt fractured.The photographs I have created are raw, honest, and deeply human. They tell a story not just of my own healing, but of resilience, belonging, and transformation — themes that speak to so many in Brixton and beyond. With your support, I hope to share this work through a public exhibition that is free, accessible, and welcoming to all. But more than an exhibition, Fragments of My Story is an invitation for others to reflect on their own journeys and discover the power of their voices.As part of this project, I want to build something that goes beyond my individual story — an intergenerational portrait project that connects older residents and young people in Brixton. Through collaborative photography and conversations, participants will share their stories, learn from one another, and build bridges across age, culture, and background. In a place like Brixton, where rapid change can sometimes leave long-time residents feeling disconnected from newer generations, this project will create space for dialogue and deeper understanding. Together, we can build a shared archive that honours the diverse voices and lived experiences that make Brixton unique.The funding of £10,000 will make this vision possible. It will cover the professional printing, framing, and presentation of my photographs; the hire of an accessible exhibition space in Brixton; the production of materials and resources for the intergenerational project. The hire of a facilitator and 2 assistant. Fragments of My Story is more than a personal exhibition — it is a celebration of resilience, creativity, and community. It is proof that art can grow out of struggle, and that even without formal education or resources, our stories matter and deserve to be seen. Through this project, I hope not only to share my journey but to inspire others to transform their own challenges into something powerful and beautiful. Now is the time to honour the stories that shape Brixton — before they risk being forgotten — and to celebrate the strength we all carry within us.

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