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Community Solutions North West Secures £7,000 Grant to Support Women’s Wellbeing Across Lancashire
Community Solutions North West shared their appreciation with us after securing a £7,000 grant from the Community Foundation for Lancashire’s “Women’s Fund” to deliver a targeted programme supporting women across Lancashire.
The funding will enable Community Solutions to provide a series of personal development courses alongside vital counselling support for women experiencing social isolation, low confidence, and poor mental wellbeing. The programme aims to create safe, supportive spaces where women can rebuild confidence, improve their wellbeing, and develop the skills needed to move forward positively in their lives.
Through a combination of structured learning and one-to-one support, participants will be empowered to connect with others, strengthen their resilience, and take meaningful steps towards improved mental health and social inclusion.
“We are absolutely delighted to receive this funding from the Community Foundation for Lancashire. This grant will allow us to expand our support for women who need it most, helping them to regain confidence, reduce isolation, and improve their overall wellbeing. We are incredibly grateful for their support in making this programme possible.”
Chris Emmerson, Chief Operating Officer for Community Solutions
The initiative forms part of Community Solutions’ ongoing commitment to improving wellbeing and reducing inequalities across Lancashire, ensuring individuals have access to the support they need to thrive.
The Lancashire Womens Fund each year is significantly oversubscribed, with applications far out weighing funding available. More funding means more projects. If you’re interested in making a difference in your local area, get in touch.
Who are Community Solutions?
Community Solutions positively supports people through personal life events, in a way that meets practical and emotional needs. Through face-to-face interaction and relationship building, they focus on personal strengths, to achieve positive outcomes. With a team of volunteers, support includes social groups, personal and telephone support, counselling services, employment support and a variety of training opportunities.
What is Lancashire Women’s Fund?
Lancashire Women’s Fund aims to support women who are most marginalised to overcome barriers that prevent them from fulfilling their potential. The programme will benefit women and girls, investing in a wide variety of projects, that make a tangible and long-term difference to health, well-being, confidence and social/economic activity, as well as addressing equality gaps.