Farnborough: Farnborough Airport Community Envioronmental Fund grant

Apply for a Farnborough Airport Community Environmental Fund grant

Guidance and how to submit your application for the Farnborough airport community environmental fund grant.

How to apply for a grant

1. Check that your project meets the criteria of this fund
2. Gather together all the supporting documents required including quotes (see below)
3. Download and complete the Farnborough airport community environmental fund grant application form (Word). You can then send it to us at communitydevelopment@rushmoor.gov.uk using the instructions on the form with the supporting documents listed below.

We are happy to receive other supporting documents and photos to back your application.

If you would like to discuss an application before submitting to the fund, please contact us using the details below.

Applications are considered monthly until the funding runs out.

Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HiVE Hub

Chepstow: The Blue Wig Gig at the Riverside Bandstand, Chepstow on Sun 27 Apr

'BLUE WIG GIG ' - SUNDAY APRIL 27th- 12 noon - 7PM

Just over 2 weeks to go until the annual 'GIG WIG ' event comes to RIVERSIDE BANDSTAND - CHEPSTOW !!

Always a fantastic event - fun for all the family: bouncy castle, games, tombola, food, bar, balloon lotto, prizes, plus all day live music from some fabulous local bands.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Chepstow: Plant & Cake Sale - Mon 26 May in Catbrook, Chepstow

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Dalkieth: ABF scotland and Lothians Veterans Centre Charity Quiz and Curry night Thurs 17th April

Join the Army Benevolent Fund and Lothian Veterans Centre at the Bombay Lounge, Dalkeith for a curry and charity quiz night. On Thursday 17th April 2025 come along and enjoy a delicious curry, some quizzing and lots of fun with family and friends.

The Bombay Lounge, Scotland’s multi award winning Indian and Bangladeshi restaurant in Dalkeith has kindly offered to host us for the evening. The quiz will be set up in teams of 4. 

You can register as a pair or an individual at the link below. Teams will be mixed and chosen pre-event, you will be kept in the pairs you register in and teamed up with another pair of our choice. This is a great chance to get to know new people.

After the quiz you will have the opportunity to take part in our prize draw and auction. This promises to be an evening of fun with friends and family to raise funds and awareness for the Army Benevolent Fund and Lothian Veterans Centre.

For more information and for tickets 👉 Charity Quiz Night - Army Benevolent Fund

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Edinburgh: SSAFA Charity golf afternoon, Friday 15th August

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Military vs Cancer Rugby event – Kingston Park Stadium, Newcastle, Sat 21 Jun

 

Tackling cancer, one try at a time - Join us for the Military vs Cancer Rugby Event at Kingston Park on 21 June at Kingston Park Stadium, Newcastle.

This Armed Forces Day, be part of an unforgettable event that celebrates courage, community, and the fight against cancer. Watch as the UK Armed Forces Rugby Teams take on the North Select XV in thrilling men’s and women’s matches. This is more than just rugby — it’s a day of unity, remembrance, and support for a vital cause.

Honour Your Loved Ones
Make this event even more meaningful by having the name of a loved one featured on the official rugby kit worn by the players. For just £20, you can ensure their name becomes part of this incredible day. With space for 750 names, this is a unique way to celebrate someone special while supporting Military vs Cancer. Names are limited to 20 characters each — so act fast to secure your spot! To add a name to the jersey, include it in the comments when purchasing your reward online via the link or QR code. Let’s fill that kit with love, strength, and remembrance!

In Memory of Heroes

Haverfordwest: RBL - Poppy Appeal Volunteers needed in your area

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Winchester - Home-Start Family Groups

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

Aldershot: The Vine Centre

Based in Aldershot, Hampshire and supporting Rushmoor and the surrounding areas, we aim to support our community with their needs as and when they arise. The Vine Centre provides a broad range of services to the most disadvantaged members of our community and we seek to fulfil the basic needs of anyone who seeks our help.

Our mission is to serve the community, enabling individuals to move towards independence, make sustainable change in their lives, reduce social isolation and improve their quality of life by offering specialised support in a safe environment. We support adults and families that are socially isolated, long-term unemployed, homeless or poorly housed, suffering with mental health, addiction or learning difficulties. Often individuals will access more than one of our services - and they are always welcome to join anything we have on offer.

Click HERE for more information

Information provided by South East HIVE Hub

South East: Army Benevolent Fund Support the Army's national charity

 

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Chepstow: Volunteering Opportunities for Beachley Lifeboat & Rescue Station

We are looking for enthusiastic and dedicated volunteers to join our fundraising team. This is a fantastic chance to make a real difference and support a cause that truly matters. Whether you have experience in fundraising or are just eager to help and learn, we would love to have you on board!

• What you'll do: Assist in organizing events, reaching out to potential donors, and spreading the word about our mission.
• What you'll gain: New skills, great friends, and the rewarding feeling of giving back to the community.
• How to join: Comment or message on Severn Area Rescue Association - Beachley Facebook Page for more details.

Let's come together to make a positive impact! Thank you for your support.

CONTACT: ryan.games@sara-rescue.org.uk

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub

Chepstow: SARA Midsummer Ceilidh at Chepstow Drill Hall on Fri 20 Jun 25

Severn Area Rescue Association - Beachley:

Summer is fast approaching!
Now you can get your tickets for the SARA Midsummer Ceilidh with the Cats Claw Ceilidh Band.

Chepstow Drill Hall
Friday 20 June 2025 7pm

Proceeds will go towards building a home for our new lifeboat launch tractor in Beachley.
Click here for more information and to buy tickets.

Information provided by Wales HIVE Hub.

Scotland: Vector24 providing vital transport support for the Armed Forces Community

Vector24 is a Scottish charity founded in 2016 that provides vital transport support and guidance for the Armed Forces Community, Merchant Navy, Seafarers, and their families across Scotland.

Vector24 goes beyond just transport; they offer compassionate, tailored assistance to ensure that no veteran or their family faces challenges alone. Each journey is customised to meet unique needs, from medical appointments to treatment plans and social isolation support.

They have recently launched 'The Extra Mile' project, funded by the Army Central Fund and the Veterans Foundation, which offers:

Transport for serving personnel to medical appointments

Family support and transport, especially during deployments

Qualified escorts for welfare assistance

Assistance with long-term treatment plans

Appointment attendance and rescheduling help


For booking inquiries, please contact Colleen, Engagement Support Officer, at 07821 679 643 or email colleen@vector24.co.uk. For operational matters, reach out to Leon, Operations Manager, at 07821 679 647.

Visit their website at www.vector24.co.uk for more information and check the attached booklet 👉 Vector24

Information provided by Leuchars HIVE

Give Us Time: New Motorhome Breaks Now Available

Give Us Time have had a new donation of breaks from the team at Sponsored Breaks. These are 3-day/2-night stays in their fully kitted out motorhome, which sleeps up to 4 people. The motorhome is based in Wolverhampton, so does need to be collected and dropped off back to site, and any drivers must be between 25 and 70 with 2 years’ experience of driving and less than 6 points on licence. Unfortunately no pets are allowed.

The dates available include some school holiday dates for Easter, half term, and the summer holidays:

• 4/5/6 April
• 11/12/13 April
• 18/19/20 April
• 25/26/27 April
• 23/24/25 May
• 30/31/1 May-June
• 4/5/6 July
• 25/26/27 July
• 30/31/1 July-Aug
• 2/3/4 Aug
• 6/7/8 Aug
• 9/10/11 Aug

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Latest round of grants under The Armed Forces Families Fund - Early Years Programme

The Early Years programme is back for 2025 and we’re excited to share that applications are now open!

Part of the MOD’s Armed Forces Families Fund (AF3), The Early Years Programme will award grants between £5,000 and £80,000 towards projects that enable early childhood education and childcare settings to meet specific needs of young service children.

What’s the programme all about?

The Early Years programme is designed to help Armed Forces families access good quality early childhood education and childcare provision close to where they live or serve.

The programme is designed to address barriers that service families may experience in accessing good quality childcare for their preschool aged children and will support projects lasting up to two years that can meet one of the four outcomes:

• Expanded capacity in early years settings, allowing more service children to attend.
• Enhanced learning environments that better support the educational development of service children.
• Improved staff skills and knowledge through targeted training and professional development.
• Establishing collaborative networks and shared resources through clusters to effectively address the needs of service children.

Month of the Military Child – April 2025

To find out more about this year’s Month of the Military Child, please visit: www.neversuchinnocence.com

You can watch the Dandelions music video, a song written by the Armed Forces Children's Choir for Month of the Military Child, on YouTube: Dandelions Music Video.

Stafford: SSAFA turns 140! There then, here now.

Dear Supporter, Welcome to your latest monthly update, and a heartfelt welcome to all new members of SSAFA. Your support changes the lives of our serving personnel, veterans and their families during their toughest challenges. This month discover our upcoming events for 2025 or sign up to any challenges you wish to take on. February is Payroll Giving month and below you can join to make regular donations whilst paying less tax. Plus, discover how SSAFA supported Gurkha veteran Jas, helping him stay in contact with his family. See link HERE Information provided by Stafford HIVE

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust - Reducing Veteran homelessness programme reopens for applications

The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust (the Trust) has announced a new round of funding under the Reducing Veteran Homelessness (RVH) Programme in a bid to deliver further sustainable, supported housing options for veterans in need.

The Trust is delivering this important programme on behalf of the Office of Veterans’ Affairs (OVA) in support of the government’s ambition to end veteran homelessness and ensure veterans have access to the support they need, including housing.

The Ripple Pond – Spring newsletter

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Little Troopers celebrates the Month of the Military Child – come and get involved!

 

April is the international Month of the Military Child and the charity Little Troopers is celebrating by launching a new dandelion-themed book for military children, as well as organised a special month packed full of workshops, activities and events for all forces families and schools with service children.

Dandelion Book

Launching on Dandelion Day – Friday 4th April – “Dandelions” is a brand-new book from Little Troopers’ resident author, Donna David. The book follows the story of a military child who is about to move home and learns all about why the dandelion is the official flower of the military child – strong, resilient and putting down roots wherever the wind takes it. Ideal for children aged eight to eleven, Little Troopers will be giving away 100 copies throughout April.

School Pack and Dandelion Day

Schools can now download the brand-new Little Troopers “Month of the Military Child School Pack”. Education settings are encouraged to hold their very own ‘Dandelion Day’ on Friday 4th April where students can come into school wearing something yellow to signal the school’s recognition and inclusion of military children. The Little Troopers school pack features new activities and classroom ideas to engage service and civilian children, as well as tips on involving the local military community in the special day. You can download the pack to share with your child’s school here.