The Cllr Tristan Ashby has decided to authorize funds from the Communities Spark Fund to support community initiatives in Banham Village and Saham Toney Garden Allotment Association.

URL: https://democracy.breckland.gov.uk/ieDecisionDetails.aspx?ID=2485

Decision Maker: Cllr Tristan Ashby, Executive Member for Health and Communities

Outcome:

Is Key Decision?: No

Is Callable In?: Yes

Purpose: Authorisation to Release Funds from the Communities Spark Fund - July 2025

Content: Authorisation to Release Funds from the Communities Spark Fund - July 2025 That the following 2 Spark fund grant awards totalling £1000 are approved:   Banham Village Community Hub £500 To continue running the "Movement for Wellbeing" group which started in September 2024, the initial programme included 24 sessions with a total attendance of 267 people and 27 individuals. While the sessions are predominantly attended by retired people, younger people with long standing conditions such as ME are welcome to attend as well as those with dementia, autism with their carers.   Saham Toney Garden Allotment Association £500 To help support the continuation of the community-led village allotment, it is 100% reliant on voluntary support to provide 25 plots of varying sizes to suit growers of all ages and abilities. Operating under sensible guidelines laid down by the National Allotment Society. The aim is to provide an environment where our growers can cultivate crops, fruit and flowers.  And garden ‘in tune’ with our sometimes-challenging environment whilst being sensitive to wildlife, the environment and the evolving needs of our growers.    To enhance existing provision, which improves community health and wellbeing and aligns to the Inspiring Communities Corporate Plan priorities. These activities are not currently available in the local area or easily accessible in a nearby Ward.   ·         To grant the awards ·         Not grant the awards

Date of Decision: August 6, 2025