Read the project descriptions below to find out which community initiatives we have supported with grants. These projects are making a real difference in improving the lives and wellbeing of residents across Somerset. This is a great way to get ideas. If your council would like to get involved in a Community Health & Wellbeing project, and apply for a grant, talk to us, and we’ll provide you with useful next steps.
Bishop Hull Parish Council
Allotment Project
Small Grant
Developing accessible allotments with raised beds and seating to encourage sustainable gardening and social interaction among residents, including those with mobility issues.
Bishops Lydeard & Cothelstone Parish Council
Bike Safety Project
Small Grant
Providing free bike checks and minor repairs to promote safe cycling. Workshops teach maintenance skills, encouraging active travel and environmental benefits.
Burnham-on-Sea Town Council
On Your Bike
Small Grant
Encouraging youth to adopt active travel through cycling, complemented by bike maintenance workshops. Collaboration with police engages disaffected youth, promoting fitness and community safety.
Chilcompton Parish Council
Parish Health and Wellbeing Survey
Seed Grant
Conducting a parish-wide survey to identify health and wellbeing issues, barriers to community activities, and potential projects to improve inclusion and engagement.
Crewkerne Parish Council
Nature Reserve Project
Small Grant
Enhancing the local nature reserve’s accessibility and educational value with updated signage and family-friendly exploration activities, fostering engagement with local wildlife.
Curry Rivel Parish Council
Cookery Skills Project
Small Grant
Offering cookery classes to help low-income families and individuals prepare nutritious meals on a budget, building life skills and community connections.
Dulverton Town Council
Moorland Food Bank Development Project
Seed Grant
Transitioning the Moorland Food Bank into a sustainable social enterprise to ensure ongoing support for South Exmoor households. Activities include securing premises, recruiting volunteers, and formalising governance.
Hestercombe LCN
Consultation with Young People
Seed Grant
Engaging young people from eight parishes to explore their inclusion, needs, and barriers to participation. Utilising focus groups and detached youth work, the project aims to identify solutions and potential youth provision.
Leigh on Mendip Parish Council
Community Play & Social Space
Small Grant
Creating an inclusive area with a play zone, adult exercise equipment, and social spaces like picnic tables and a sensory garden. Enhances accessibility and promotes intergenerational interaction.
Lympsham Parish Council
Chatty Hour Club
Grant Size: Small Grant
Weekly gatherings offering refreshments and companionship for older residents, especially those isolated or without transport. Occasional informative talks enhance community connection.
Shepton Mallet Town Council
Youth Council Project
Seed Grant
Establishing a Youth Council to empower local youth, providing a platform for civic engagement and leadership development. Funding supports setup, training, recruitment, and community engagement.
Somerton Parish Council
Community Shed Project
Small Grant
Establishing a communal space for DIY projects aimed at reducing loneliness, particularly among older men, by fostering social connections and skill-sharing.
South East Somerset LCN
Youth Service Project
Large Grant
Delivering outreach services to engage 13−19-year-olds, offering activities to reduce anti-social behaviour and enhance community safety. Collaboration with schools and organisations ensures comprehensive support.
West Monkton Parish Council
Community Garden
Small Grant
Creating a communal garden for residents to grow food, learn about nutrition, and socialise in a natural setting, promoting health and environmental education.
Fodo Higginson
Community Health & Wellbeing Officer
Email: HWBsupport@somerset-alc.org.uk
Mobile: 0793 226 5419
Company No. 11942896 registered in England and Wales
