A joint training workshop between CCB and Greenham Common Trust was held at the cricket pavilion, Bradfield on Thursday 16th April focusing on how to attain funding for Community Sports Buildings.
Hosted by Bradfield cricket club which had rebuilt its pavilion within a year of an arson attack, the speakers were Richard Lafford from the cricket club and Russell Downing from Thatcham Rugby Club which is in the process of building a new clubhouse. Both organisations had received grants from Greenham Common Trust and they explained how their projects came about and how they managed (and are managing) them.15 people attended from various sports and other organisations. Wendy Dacey, Community Buildings Advisor for CCB who organised the event said: "It was really nice to be able to hold the meeting in Bradfield Cricket Club's new pavilion. The enthusiasm of their committee, as well as that of Russell Downing, inspired the attendees to embark on new buildings of their own"
Feedback from participants included: 'Information was excellent' and 'I gained really useful and relevant tips and have come away with some new ideas for fundraising'.
If you are involved in running a Community Building and would like to learn more about funding opportunities we have great news for you as CCB and Greenham Common Trust are hosting a session at Boxford Village Hall on Thursday 21 May at 7.30pm. The meeting is free to attend but places must be booked either by emailing wendy.dacey@ccberks.org.uk or calling 0118 9612000. The speakers will be from 2 halls which have funded large projects and they will explain the pitfalls and highlights in funding and managing a new community building project.
Thanks goes to West Berkshire Council Adult Community Learning Team who provided funding for this training ensuring it was free for attendees.
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