|
|
|
Running For Mental Health
Mental Health Awareness Week starts on the 12th May. Well Run Brum aims to get men’s mental wellness on track through social running. Richard Loftus launched the initiative last year. We spoke to him about the group, and his experience of the Activity Finder. For the full article click here. |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Boost Your Fundraising with Easyfundraising!
We’re thrilled to introduce an exciting, cost-free way to boost your fundraising efforts— thanks to our partnership with easyfundraising! This UK-based cashback platform helps raise funds for your group without any additional cost to you or your members.
With over 8,000 participating retailers like eBay, John Lewis, and Tesco, easyfundraising allows you to earn donations every time you shop online. Simply register your cause, share the link with your community, and start earning!
Easyfundraising has already helped thousands of groups raise nearly £60m in free funding. Getting started is simple, and expert support is available to ensure your success. Ready to raise funds effortlessly? Sign up today! |
|
|
|
|
|
National Walking MonthWalking is one of the simplest and easiest ways to improve your health and wellbeing, and it doesn't cost a penny!
This May will be National Walking Month. Check out the Activity Finder for social walking groups in your area. Just pop in your postcode and the search tool will magic up a list of local walking groups from gentle through to advanced options!
One of the groups listed on the Activity Finder is the Ladywood Heritage Walking Group. It is a free, regular group for those who want to socialise outdoors and learn about their local area whilst getting active. The group meets at the historic canalside Roundhouse in Ladywood, and explores the local area.
Anyone who is interested in getting involved is very welcome, but they are particularly interested in hearing from those who are from or live in Ladywood and are aged 50+.
For more information on The Ladywood Heritage Walking Group click here.
If you are interested in listing your sport or physical activity on Activity Finder check out this handy guidance video here. For more information about Activity Finder and how to list, you can contact jacky.white@sportbirmingham.org |
|
|
|
|
|
Game Changing Investment in Inclusive SportAccess Sport have secured investment from Sport England, supporting their mission to make inclusion the norm in community sport. Access Sport is a UK-based charity dedicated to creating inclusive community sports opportunities that are welcoming to all. Click here for the full article. |
|
|
|
|
Easter Fun at the Lighthouse!The HAF camps continue to go from strength to strength. This Easter, HAF camp was re-launched at The Lighthouse Young People's Centre in Aston, with over 100 young people attending this camp alone. A delicious healthy lunch was provided with activities including basketball, and various workshops such as dance, art and craft and music. Umbrella also offered advice sessions. Other similarly well attended camps were held at Fortis Academy, Archbishop Ilsley School and Holyhead School. The camps provide new opportunities and support to young people. Click here for more information about the HAF Programme and Sport Birmingham's involvement. |
|
|
|
|
|
Girls' Football at Ark BoultonFantastic free football sessions for girls are in full swing at Ark Boulton Academy in Sparkbrook. The weekly sessions are led by a female football coach, and offer a safe and welcoming environment for girls with an interest in the game to come to together and develop their skills. Check out this picture of one of the sessions held earlier in the year. For the full article click here
For more information you can contact safeera.hickson@sportbirmingham.org |
|
|
|
|
|
Check out Beezee!
Beezee offer free, evidence-based healthy lifestyle programmes for individuals of all ages. These programmes focus on making lasting lifestyle changes, including weight management, improving nutrition, and increasing physical activity. The services are tailored to different groups, including children, adults, and teenagers. They provide expert support from nutritionists and coaches, with a focus on realistic and enjoyable changes to promote healthier habits. For more information click here. |
|
|
|
|
Funding and Training Update
Landfill Communities Funding
Grant funding opportunities are available for community sites near to environmental and waste facilities:
SUEZ Communities Fund - click here for more information
Veolia Trust - click here for more information
New Funding Search Tool Out Now!
BVSC Members are offered free access to a user-friendly funding search tool that will enable them to see for themselves what external funding is available. For more information and to access the 'Engage for Funding' Portal click here.
Sport England Movement Fund
If your organisation and project are eligible for funding, and your project aligns with Sport England's goals, you could receive up to £15,000. The scheme provides funding as either a contribution to a crowdfunding campaign or as a grant.
For more information and guidance and to apply click here.
Meet the Funder EventsGet Grants are holding a series of Meet the Funder events, which allow fundraisers to connect with funders and find out more about their programmes. For more information click here. BuddleBuddle have a fantastic range of free online training workshops for sport and physical activity clubs and organisations. Topics covered include community engagement, social media promotion and financial and legal matters.Check out their full range here.Parents in Sports Clubs - Online Safety WorkshopWest Mercia Police are running a 1 hour workshop, highlighting what you can do to help keep children in sports clubs safe online.
For more info and to register click here.
Spot, Support, Signpost
West Midlands Sport Welfare Cluster and Mind are offering a Mental Health in Sport workshop on 14th May, aimed at partners within the sport and physical activity sector. The session covers:
- How to spot the signs that someone maybe struggling with their mental health
- Increasing confidence to support people
- Increasing knowledge of how and where to signpost people to support
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Have your say!
We're inviting Birmingham-based clubs and community groups to take part in a brief survey - regardless of if you currently have disability provision or not. Responses will be instrumental in enabling us to tailor our network's support to the specific needs of Birmingham.Complete the survey hereIf you complete the survey, you could win free places on a Disability Awareness Course or a £50 Amazon voucher!Survey closes Friday 25th April 2025. |
|
|
|
|
Tennis Opened UpThe LTA’s vision of Tennis Opened Up recognises the need to both grow and diversify the tennis workforce to reach and engage with underrepresented communities. In support of this, the LTA is launching a new national workforce forum: the Black and Asian Coaches Network at The Mac in Birmingham on Monday 2nd June. For more information and to book your place click here |
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
Our Community Engagement Officer Jacky along with Katie from The Active Wellbeing Society will be attending the roadshow. Pop along for a chat with Jacky and Katie about all things Activity Finder and Active Birmingham!
|
|
|
|
|
|
Sport Birmingham,
11th Floor, Cobalt Square, 83-85 Hagley Road,
Birmingham, B16 8QG Registered charity number: 1155171 |
|
|
|
|
