Charity
Local charities receive grants from Principality Building Society
PRINCIPALITY BUILDING SOCIETY has proudly announced that over £1 million of donations have now been distributed to 97 community groups and charities across Wales, thanks to their Future Generations Fund, which was founded in 2022 in partnership with Community Foundation Wales.
The fund, which was recently open to its third round of applications, selected 18 successful applicants to share over £330,000 in funding, included Cardigan’s Jig-So Children’s Centre, and Pembroke’s The Tanyard Youth Project.
The Future Generations Fund aims to create a lasting legacy by investing in projects that address the economic, social, environmental and cultural wellbeing of young people in Wales. The fund also enables charities and community groups to help young people have access to healthy food and other essential items, whilst focusing on providing mental health support, taking steps to build financial resilience, and developing skills to prepare for their future and the world of work.
Susan Lines, Project Manager at the Tanyard Youth Project, said: “We are delighted to have received this grant from Principality Building Society to support our ‘Ahead for Life’ project. The money will go towards running our weekly wellness group with young people, developing new working partnerships locally and implementing young people’s ideas about how to help the local community. Receiving this grant means that we can focus on young people’s mental health and bringing them happiness in the short-term while also building up their resilience, life skills, confidence and self-esteem for the future. The aim is to give them the best possible start and to set them ahead for life.”
Tony Smith, Chief Impact and Governance Officer at Principality Building Society, said: “We are delighted to have surpassed the £1 million milestone of funding committed to the Future Generations Fund. We are proud to be working with Community Foundation Wales to support the amazing work of community groups and charities across Wales, who are making a positive difference to the lives of people today and for generations to come.”
Richard Williams, Chief Executive of Community Foundation Wales, said: “We are proud to be working with all the team at Principality Building Society on the Future Generations Fund, providing invaluable support to young people across Wales.”
“The Future Generations Fund has already been able to support a diverse range of projects that are addressing the needs and aspirations of Welsh communities. These grants have helped ensure that grassroots groups and charities can continue to support their local communities through these incredibly tough times.”
To view a full list of projects supported by Principality’s Future Generations Fund and to find out more, click here.
Charity
Peter’s walk for veterans suffering from mental health issues
ON Saturday, March 30, Peter Kraus undertook a 15.6-mile walk from Front Street in Pembroke Dock to Carew Castle to support veterans struggling with mental health issues and PTSD.
Originally believing the route to be 10 miles, Kraus faced a greater challenge than anticipated. He organized the walk through the Combat Stress Site, aiming to raise £1000. “They look after us and keep us safe,” Kraus told The Herald, expressing his effort as a gesture of gratitude towards the veterans.
Charity
New Quay RNLI’s inshore lifeboat rescues stranded 26ft yacht
NEW QUAY RNLI’s inshore lifeboat was launched on service at 08:32 this morning to assist a 26ft yacht in difficulty a quarter of a mile from New Quay harbour.
Launching with four volunteer crew members, the D-class lifeboat, the Will Morgan, quickly located the vessel, with one person on board.
Simon Rigby, New Quay RNLI’s helm said, “The yacht had lost all means of propulsion, both sail and engine, and was unable to recover a fouled anchor.
“Having assessed the situation we decided that the best course of action was to take the vessel under tow to New Quay harbour. We placed two members of our crew on board, disconnected the anchor chain and began the tow.
“Having safely berthed the yacht alongside the harbour wall, we returned to station just after 09:30.”
Charity
New Quay RNLI stalwart volunteer receives award from High Sheriff of Dyfed
RECENTLY, a long-standing member of New Quay RNLI, Tim Richards received an award from the High Sheriff of Dyfed, Professor Medwin Hughes for valuable services to the community.
The High Sheriff Awards are a mark of distinction and recognition given to volunteers, groups and public servants based in Ceredigion, Carmarthenshire and Pembrokeshire who are making a significant contribution to society through enhancing safety and cohesion in our communities.
Stalwart volunteer of New Quay RNLI from shore crew to fundraising, Tim has been part of the crew for over 16 years and has held many positions from shore crew to Chair of New Quay RNLI Fundraising Group including working overseas but always returning to New Quay RNLI.
Tim, aged 74, said, “I was truly honoured to receive my services to the community award from The High Sheriff of Dyfed, Professor Hughes. I’ve been part of New Quay RNLI for over 16 years and encourage anyone to take part. It’s a great institution to be involved with. I’ve always had strong connections to the sea being a keen kayaker and boatman and I’ll continue to support New Quay RNLI as being a volunteer and saving lives at sea is deeply rooted in me.”
Alice Coleman, RNLI Community Manager added, “We would also like to congratulate Tim for his well-deserved award and thank him for all his hard work over the years with the New Quay RNLI crew and with the New Quay RNLI fundraising group. It’s volunteers like Tim who are an integral part of the organisation and ensure the RNLI can continue to save lives at sea.”
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