CCF Ezine 28th September

1. CCF News and Events

2. Community News

3. Fundraising News

1. CCF News and Events

CSR HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING

If you would like to register for the next CSR course please contact lucysimms@btconnect.com or contact the office on 02893 359777 to leave your details.

KEEPING SAFE CHILD PROTECTION & SAFEGUARDING TRAINING

If you would be interested in taking part in Keeping Safe Child Protection and Safeguarding training please contact the office on 02893 359777 or email lucysimms@btconnect.com

FIRST AID

If you would be interested in taking part in a First Aid course please contact the office on 02893 359777 or email jamie-leeccf@btconnect.com

CELEBRATION EVENT

This year CCF turns 20! To celebrate we are hosting a celebration dinner in October and we want as may of our members as possible to join us. If you are interested in attending click here to register your group or telephone 02893 359777.

Carrickfergus
October Hearing Aid Support Session

Action on Hearing Loss in partnership with the Northern Trust, monthly Carrickfergus Hearing Aid Support Session will next take place on Wednesday 10^th October at Carrick Community Forum, 1st Floor (above Poundland), 31 Lancasterian Street, Carrick BT38 7AB from 10am-12noon.

This community support session is a free drop-in service, where no appointments are required. Trained volunteers, who wear hearing aids themselves, provide free batteries, ear mould tubing, wax guards, basic hearing checks and provide practical advice on cleaning and maintaining hearing aids. They can help to solve any problems you may be having with your hearing aid and offer advice on how to manage your hearing loss with confidence.
Future dates – 14^th November and 12^th December 2018.
This support service is also available to the hearing loss community and their families for people who are housebound or in residential care. For further information on these support services please contact Laura Murphy, Action on Hearing Loss on Tel 02890 239619/mobile 07940160672 or visit the website at www.actiononhearingloss.org.uk

Access NI Enhanced Checks

Carrickfergus Community Forum is a registered Umbrella Body with Access NI. This means that we submit enhanced criminal record checks for community organisations in Carrickfergus. Access NI authorises umbrella bodies to provide these services to organisations.

For more information on this service please contact: janicecherry@btconnect.com or telephone the office on 02893359777

2. Community News

Autumn tales at Oakfield Glen, Carrickfergus

Visitors are invited to come under the spell of the Woodland Trust’s Oakfield Glen in Carrickfergus on the afternoon of Saturday 13 October.

Families can enjoy a breath of fresh air on a guided stroll through this charming woodland.

And the kids are in for a magical treat – the renowned Belfast storyteller Eamonn Keenan will be ready and waiting to spin a tale or two. Eamonn, in his druid garb, will dazzle young minds (older ones too) on this autumnal woodland journey.

Oakfield Glen is a treasure trove. A Victorian stone bridge and old ice house offer a glimpse of days gone by. And today’s well-used paths connect Oakfield to the neighbouring council-owned Bashfordsland Wood.

The wood is also home to some unusual occupants. The Púca, which are fairy-like creatures, will be hiding in the treetops. According to folklore, the Púca are the most mischievous of all the fairies in Ireland. Thankfully, Oakfield’s crafty creations are sculptures, made from steel and with input from local primary schools.

Michelle McCaughtry, the Woodland Trust’s people engagement officer, said: “Oakfield Glen is well worth a visit at any time of the year. But, to me, there’s something really special about this time of the year, in the run-up to Halloween.

“We’re especially lucky to have Eamonn Keenan on-board with his fantastic stories. With a bit of drama and plenty of fun, the children are in for a real treat. Simply book online, wrap-up warm and prepare to be entertained.”

Children must be accompanied by an adult. The cost is £5 per child; £1 per accompanying adult. There are two slots to choose from: 1.30pm-2.30pm and 2.45pm-3.45pm. Booking in advance is essential. For further details and to book a place, visit www.woodlandtrust.org.uk/events

Queens Award for Voluntary Service – The MBE for Volunteer Groups 2018

Twenty members of Carrickfergus Gasworks Preservation Society were honoured to receive the Award from the Lord Lieutenant of County Antrim Joan Christie CVO, OBE at a “Gasworks Garden Party” held in the gasworks on Saturday 25^th August 2018, attended by over 100 dignitaries and guests.
Some of the Volunteers have worked from the foundation of the Society in 1989 giving their time and expertise to saving and creating Ireland’s only gasworks museum.
The Carrickfergus Coal Gasworks was opened in 1855 to provide street lighting for the town and later domestic use.

All the volunteers were delighted to receive this prestigious Award

Registered Office: 44 Irish Quarter West, Carrickfergus, Co Antrim BT38 8AT
Northern Ireland Charity number: NIC100751. Accredited Museum: RD 1921

To register please contact Joan

02893 366337

3. Fundraising News

New or Updated Funding Initiatives

The Tampon Tax Community Fund

Grants of 5K to 19K for projects involving small-scale interventions, which will make a considerable difference to the lives and happiness of women and girls by raising the aspirations of girls and women and combating the influences that affect their confidence.

Find out more on GrantTracker or on the website

Big Ideas: WW1 Commemoration Funding Programmes

First World War commemoration programmes for community groups and schools. A suite of informative, creative and educational free resources are available (on request), as well as an expenses scheme for small-scale funding (up to £100) to take part.

Find out more on GrantTracker or on the website

Ulster Garden Villages: The Common Fund

Primarily allocates funds to projects within NI that in general will improve the quality of life in the local community. One of the largest grant-making trusts in NI, UGV gives grants totalling in the region of £1.5m annually.

Find out more on GrantTracker or on the website

William and Jane Morris Fund: Church Conservation Grants

This church conservation scheme awards grants of £500-£5000 to churches, chapels and other places of worship in the UK for the conservation of decorative features and monuments, but not structural repairs.

Find out more on GrantTracker or on the website

Charity Finance: The Charity Awards

The Charity Awards is Civil Society Media’s annual awards programme held to identify, recognise and reward those organisations doing exceptional work in all areas of charitable activity.

Find out more on GrantTracker or on the website

Key Dates for your Fundraising Diary

Arts & Business NI: Allianz Arts & Business NI Awards

Celebrating the best examples of arts and business creative partnerships throughout NI. 6 award categories are open for entry with 3 additional Awards presented on the award evening for Cultural Fundraiser of the Year, the Business of the Year and the Arts Award.

Closing Date (Noon) 12 Oct 2018

Find out more on GrantTracker or on the website

Aviva Community Fund

Offers support and funding for inspirational local causes. Aims to help both large charities and smaller ones who may otherwise find it difficult to gain financial backing or recognition. Projects can receive funding of from up to £1000 up to £25,000.

Closing Date for Submissions (12 Noon) 09 Oct 2018

Find out more on GrantTracker or on the website

For a full list of upcoming dates see GrantTracker

THE MURLOUGH FOUNDATION

The Murlough Foundation has been established to address issues relating to loneliness and isolation and issues around access to, and support of, education.
The foundation aims to support work where there is clear evidence of a sustained beneficial impact on people who are excluded, or disadvantaged, through low income, rural or social isolation, age, disability or gender.
Priority is to be given to small, locally based groups, or organisations in areas of disadvantage, that have a clear understanding of the needs of their community and the potential beneficiaries who are undertaking action as a means of addressing these needs. The foundation will prioritise organisations and areas where there has been limited access to funding in the past.
Grants of up to £2,000 will be available.
https://www.communityfoundationni.org/murlough-foundation