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SACCO community group celebrates after receiving National Lottery funding for Celebrating event
Local community group, SACCO is today celebrating after being awarded £1,115 in National Lottery funding to host community-led activities this September, through the Mayor’s Community Weekend.
The Mayor’s Community Weekend is a partnership between The National Lottery Community Fund – the largest community funder in the UK – and the Mayor of London. It aims to unite people and highlight what can happen when people come together to celebrate the vibrant culture, communities and diversity that makes London so special.
Cleo Douglas, Chair of SACCO said: “We’re delighted that The National Lottery Community Fund and the Mayor of London have recognised our work in bringing communities together. Thanks to National Lottery players, we will be able to host our community event bringing different generations and cultures together through the common love for our allotments. We hope that this weekend will bring people together, create new friendships and positive relationships, and provide the community with an opportunity to improve their homes and surroundings.
Sadiq Khan, The Mayor of London, said: “I’m thrilled that more than 200 community groups will be bringing Londoners of all backgrounds together in September for the Mayor’s Community Weekend. The first event was a huge success and this year we’re looking forward to a wide range of special events and activities taking place across the capital as we celebrate our diverse communities and build a better London for everyone."
John Mothersole, England Chair at The National Lottery Community Fund, said: “The Mayor’s Community Weekend is a fantastic opportunity for communities across London to be bold and make something amazing happen on their doorstep. Thanks to National Lottery players, the Weekend will bring groups from all corners and demographics of the city together to celebrate London’s unique place in the world.
“The groups we have awarded funding to – and the large number of excellent applications we received – are testament to the creativity and commitment of London’s diverse communities.”
This year, almost £400,000 of National Lottery funding has been awarded to over 200 charities and community groups across London for events and activities that will get people involved in their community, instilling trust and belonging and helping young Londoners thrive. The National Lottery Community Fund distributed money raised by National Lottery players, who raise over £30 million a week for good causes across the UK. Thanks to them, last year The National Lottery Community Fund was able to distribute over half a billion pounds (£615.4 million) of life-changing funding to communities.
Click here to find out more about the Mayor’s Community Weekend and the events taking place.
We had a great time at the EcoFair on Bank Holiday Monday.
The SACCO stall was well supported by volunteers and visitors all day. We had a lot of fun and raised some useful funds through our ever popular tombola, and through sales of clothing and jewellery. It was a lovely sunny day - and Allan looks great in this photo we're sure you'll all agree!
We also had a fun activity for younger people passing by - who were invited to make their own paper plate fan to represent their heritage.
A huge SACCO thank you to everyone who volunteered and supported us on the day - we appreciate you!
Our lovely stall at the fair. Credit to Peter - EcoLocal - for taking this picture.
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Nominations are now being accepted for the Movement for Good Awards, run by The Benefact Group. Please visit www.movementforgood.com and nominate us. With your help we could receive a grant of £1,000 to support our community work. Thanks in advance for your help!
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