Local organisations around Calderdale are benefitting from funding to help support people in the borough who may be struggling with the cost of living. 46 community, voluntary and faith organisations around the borough have been awarded a share of £500,000 from the Calderdale Cost of Living Fund. The fund is made up of contributions from… read more … about Cost of living support to help Calderdale residents>>
The Calderdale Food Network is hosting a pop-up food and drink event at Halifax Borough Market, showcasing local organisations and allowing people to experience a taste of what Calderdale has to offer. The 2023 Calderdale Food Gathering is taking place in the historic surroundings of the Albany Arcade at Halifax Borough Market on Thursday 5… read more … about Market event celebrates food and drink in Calderdale>>
An exciting new space in the heart of Halifax town centre is now open to locals inside one of Together Housing Group’s office buildings. The ‘Hub @ Bull Green’ has been officially opened by Newground Together, an independent charity that is part of the Together Housing Group. Newground Together have created a friendly space to… read more … about Vibrant new community hub opened by Newground Together, in the centre of Halifax>>
Young people across Calderdale have been able to enjoy a summer of fun, joining in with exciting inclusive play sessions, as part of the Council’s Play Development Service activity programme. The Play Development Service is part of Calderdale Council’s Children and Young People’s Service and offers regular inclusive play sessions in communities across the borough…. read more … about Supporting families to enjoy a summer of fun>>
Voluntary, community and faith organisations in Calderdale are invited to apply for grants of up to £3000, as part of the latest round of the Council’s Small Grants Scheme. Calderdale Council is offering local groups the opportunity to apply for a one-off grant, from a total fund of £65,000, for activities, projects or events which… read more … about Small grants for groups with big ideas>>
People struggling to cope with the cost of living will soon have access to further support. The second round of the Calderdale Cost of Living Fund is now open for local community, voluntary and faith organisations to apply for grants to help residents through this difficult time. The fund is worth over £500,000, with contributions… read more … about Cash boost for cost of living support>>
The Council is presenting its Annual Corporate Performance Report at the meeting of Cabinet on Monday 10 July 2023. The report highlights the key challenges and achievements between 1 April 2022 and 31 March 2023. Next year, the borough will celebrate its 50th birthday and reflect on its Vision for the year 2024. In the… read more … about Reflecting on a year of challenges and improvements>>
Families in Calderdale have been learning how to cook tasty and purse-friendly meals at a series of after-school cookery sessions. Earlier this year, five schools in the borough took part in a new Family Cook Clubs scheme, developed by Calderdale Council and funded by the Government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The sessions supported parents and… read more … about Cookery clubs support Calderdale families>>
Nurturing Creativity CIC in Calderdale wins Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) Regional Champion Award for Yorkshire and the Humber, recognising its holiday club for helping disadvantaged children during school holidays. Nurturing Creativity CIC’s projects deliver experiences and programmes using drama, dance, music, sport, art, craft and outdoor activities as ways to build confidence and… read more … about Calderdale holiday club wins prestigious award>>
