Communities Team SOT

We are the communities team of Stoke-on-Trent City Council. We help and support community groups and promote community activity across the city.

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There's still time to sign up for the Potters 'Arf!
We are just 1 month away from the iconic Hanley Economic Potters 'Arf Marathon, which takes place on Sun 12 June 2022
Runners, walkers, relay teams and junior race entrants can visit https://t.co/OjCOB4Y795 to book their places

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Stoke-on-Trent City Council’s community investment fund shares over £1m with 53 projects
Grants from £2,800 to £50,000 have been given to organisations to make a positive difference to the lives of 1000s of residents.
Visit the https://t.co/f8d52O2uWm to find out more

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Knife Angel is coming to Stoke-on-Trent in April
If you plan to visit the monument, let us know to capture the number of children/young adults that engage with the project. Email [email protected] regarding site visits, request educational materials or if you have any q's

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This year, Her Majesty The Queen will become the first British Monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee after 70 years of service.
There's an extended bank holiday from Thurs 2 June to Sun 5 June
Click here for info on how to celebrate
https://t.co/5MOaNjJgHc

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A message from our friends over at @StaffsPolice
Helping to stay safe this Christmas.
Further advice can be found:
https://t.co/ffDeb70N8d
Report cyber-crime and fraud to: https://t.co/0ZxpPL8WiJ or call: 0300 123 2040

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Priorities are
• Food provision - with a focus on families with children
• Energy costs - including water and repairs
• Essentials - including warm clothes, hygiene products, white goods

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The city council has launched a £50k grant fund to help local people during the winter season
Local community & voluntary orgs can apply for up to £3000
Applicants will need to show in their bid one or more of the priorities
email [email protected] for an application form

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IT'S STILL BACK AND IT'S STILL LIVE!!! 😃
The Community Investment Fund is back and open until 7 January 2022 for applications up to £50,000.
Complete and submit an expression of interest by 13th December 📅 form prior to any application form being sent.
https://t.co/dvd354k3FD

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Join @SoTLibraries for free #BookTrustStoryTime fun! Stories, crafts and activities perfect for children 0-5 years old. Plus, vote for your favourite shortlisted book!
City Central Library ¦ Monday 15 November ¦ 10am-12pm
Bentilee Library ¦ Wednesday 17 November ¦ 10am-12pm

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(2/2)Report possible fraud to Action Fraud by visiting https://t.co/sEp4Eo56TH or calling 0300 123 2040.
Anything relating to NHS COVID Pass or vaccine certificate fraud you can stay 100% anonymous by contacting Crimestoppers online at https://t.co/ga9GTGWbcu or phone [phone]

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(1/2)Beware of 'COVID PASS' Fraud.
If you receive a call and suspect it to be fraudulent, hang up. Suspicious email, forward to [email protected].
Suspicious text message, forward to 7726 free-of-charge.

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Port Vale Foundation are delighted to be launching their first FIT VALIANTS FREE health programme funded by the EFL Trust for people aged 35-65.
For more information or to register an interest please visit https://t.co/5excDFVuxl

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Stoke on Trent City Council and our partner New Vic Theatre are co-creating an exciting Performance based project “Safe Yeah” and we are looking for young people to take part!
On 30th July we will be at the Bandstand at Hanley Park, drop in and meet the team from 10.20am – 4.30pm

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The YMCA North Staffs, with The Collaborative Network want to explore digital exclusion in SoT.
Could you take approx 10mins to help us understand this issue better through your participation? If so, thank you!
Below is the link to the questionnaire.

https://t.co/CmdAiThG3h

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Community Health Champion Grants
VAST announce two new grant funds have just launched to enable community and voluntary sector organisations in S-o-T
Grass Roots Grants up to £2,000
VCSE Partner Grants up to £5,000
For more Info Click Here https://t.co/y6wrprRNOE

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Community Health Champions are local adults that volunteer to improve the health of people in Stoke-on-Trent.
The network of Community Health Champions are well informed. They share clear and accurate health information with others

Click for more info https://t.co/Zumwog3yxe

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The @ukhomeoffice has launched a new #SaferStreetsFund to address the safety of girls & women in public spaces.

We want to understand the experiences of women & girls to help us further enhance local services.

#HaveYourSay here: https://t.co/SkBsvgA2mE

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Maximum Grant: £200
Applications close: 28th June 2021
All applicants will be notified of their funding decision by: 6th July 2021
Events/workshops to be completed by 31st August 2021
Got questions? Email [email protected]

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There is a new round of £200 micro-grants are available for local community groups to do something creative outdoors in Stoke-on-Trent this summer. You can find the grant guidance here https://t.co/DvjHzOaQyO
and here's a link to the application form: https://t.co/dyHUMgwRso

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Community Health Champions are local adults that volunteer to improve the health of people in Stoke-on-Trent.
The network of Community Health Champions are well informed. They share clear and accurate health information with others

Click for more info https://t.co/Zumwog3yxe