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Don’t miss York’s award winning River Art Market this summer
There is something about meeting the people behind York’s award winning River Art Market that makes the success of this wonderful project all fall into place. Yes, I did say award winning – isn’t it
Get on yer bike!
Every day at Social Vision, we meet inspirational people who are doing really great things right on our doorstep. And we are passionate about sharing their story. GoGet are one of those innovative organisations who
York Neighbours – a little support goes a long way
A lovely York charity Bec met recently was ‘York Neighbours’ based in the Raylor Centre on James Street. They and their group of volunteers ‘lend a hand’ to people in the city over the age
FUNDING: for York organisations supporting anyone affected by cancer
Social Vision has been advised that The Jane Tomlinson Appeal is currently seeking applications from charities and CICs in York (due to under representation from our area) who support children or anyone affected by cancer.
Hosts needed for young homeless
SASH is a local charity which prevents youth homelessness in York, all of North and East Yorkshire. SASH owns no property but rely on volunteers with a spare room, our ‘hosts’, who can provide accommodation
Supported employment for adults with complex needs
United Response Training Employment and Community (URTEC) service in York have recently been commissioned by the City of York Council & Department Work and Pensions to provide personalised specialist support to adults with learning and
Carecent – providing a daily breakfast for York’s homeless
I have met so many great organisations recently I don’t know where to start! Carecent is one of those charities that gets on with doing an amazing service but I get the impression not many

Bratislava’s vibrant community hub
I recently had an amazing walk around the Old Market Hall in Bratislava, on a research trip into community regeneration. A local community group took over the building around 5 years ago. The huge hall
Opportunity to take your youngsters to the Lakes
As you may remember, in early 2017 Social Vision spent a lot of time working with the charity Chance for Change, who take young people from inner cities, and show them the delights (and challenges!)
FUNDING: for projects in Micklegate Ward, York
Grants of up to £3,000 are available for community groups in the Micklegate Ward to address current priorities, including: a neighbourhood shaped by the community a community where all generations are supported, looked after and
FUNDING: New or improved community facilities
Garfield Weston have a 60th Anniversary Fund available for community projects: We understand that communities need good facilities and that raising funds takes time and effort. For this reason our Weston Anniversary Fund will award
Supporting young people into learning and work opportunities
Supporting young people into learning and work opportunities For some sixteen year olds about to leave school, the idea of going to college or straight into work can feel very overwhelming. Some young people need