Key Fund Case Studies:
· St Asaph Cathedral: DVSC’s Key Fund awarded St Asaph Cathedral £50,000 to increase their sustainability through buying new chairs for the cathedral visitors.
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· The Willow Collective: This social enterprise fosters creativity and entrepreneurship through workshops. With SPF funding, they purchased a CNC machine, enabling them to expand their programs into sustainability work. Filming their story was inspiring, as participants shared how newfound skills have boosted their confidence and sense of belonging.
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· Festival Church Prestatyn: A true community hub, Festival Church Prestatyn offers support for people of all ages. Their SPF-funded roof renovations repaired long-standing leaks, allowing them to host essential activities once again. The warmth and dedication of their team shine through in their video.
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· The Prestatyn & Meliden Foodbank: With SPF support, they purchased a van, increasing deliveries to vulnerable residents across the region. Their case study highlights the kindness and tireless efforts of the volunteers, who are making a profound difference in the lives of so many.
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· 1st Llangollen Scout Group: Known for fostering leadership and teamwork in young people, the Scouts purchased a trailer for their kayaks with their funding. This new resource allows their leaders to spend more time guiding activities and less time on logistics, enriching the experiences of the Scouts themselves.
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· Calon, Riding for the Disabled: By investing in a storage shed and harrow, Calon has enhanced their facilities and improved therapeutic experiences for riders with physical and emotional challenges. Their video showcases the joy and independence fostered in participants, as well as the dedication of their volunteers.
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· Domestic Abuse Safety Unit (DASU): Received SPF funding to improve Denbighshire based staff skills and wellbeing through training, equipment and the recruitment of volunteers to manage case loads of victims in Denbighshire. The case study shows that the staff now feel better equipped and can provide more effective support after receiving training.
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· Clych Meithrin Ruthin: Received SPF funding to install an all weather shelter for the children to utilize the outdoors in all weathers. The case study shows that the Forest School sessions are now held outside during usual opening hours. Also the shelter can be used for fundraising events in the future.
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· Ruthin Football Club: Received SPF funding to purchase a tractor/mower. The case study shows that having the new tractor/mower has saved time which has meant the volunteers can dedicate more time to other ground and facilities improvement. It has also improved playing surface on all pitches.
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· Ty Gwyrdd: Received SPF funding to recruit a Fundraising co-ordinator and Marketing consultant to help improve business. The case study shows as a result of the grant there has been an increase in revenue and increased engagement, which in turn has increased their financial stability.
“By improving our online presence and engagement this has increased our visibility, and consequently our accessibility. The diversity of events we have held and supported including community events, drop-in sessions, community consultations, film showings, and workshops has helped increase our accessibility.”
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· Bryntysilio: Bryntysilio is an outdoor education provider offering activities such as canoeing, mountain biking, and tree-based rope courses. Bryntysilio used its natural environment in beautiful rural Llangollen to engage participants creatively to successfully delivered adult-focused SPF Multiply sessions designed to build confidence in practical math skills for individuals without a GCSE grade C or above in mathematics.
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· Menter Iaith Sir Ddinbych: Received funding to present a series of activities for parents and other adults that will improve their confidence with basic mathematics in order to lead them to support their children or increase their job opportunities.
