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Get Together -
Make A Difference
£100 Micro Grant

Help people feel connected

Funding available to support something fun, informal, small and easy to organise for YOUR community or neighbourhood

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Free group support for community-based volunteer organisers
 

Hello and welcome to
The Feeling Connected Project

Supporting community initiatives that reduce loneliness and isolation across Chesterfield and North East Derbyshire

Making it easier to
bring people together


Developing a confident, capable and supportive network of community builders who are passionate about creating connection and belonging

 

Set up an informal group, event or project where you live - without having to become a formal group or organisation

Build confidence, skills and connections to get started and keep going with your community initiative.
Make a bigger impact by learning more about the causes and impact of loneliness and isolation

Informal get togethers to meet up with other folk who want to make a difference in their community and learn more about the Feeling Connected Project in a relaxed setting

Find ways to share your skills, talents and passions.

If you are looking to join groups and activities to meet people

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50 Great ideas to bring people together 

Looking for inspiration? Here are 50 great ideas to bring people together and improve your neighbourhood.

Real-life experiences of local volunteer organisers who are building community and connection for themselves and others with our support

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The Feeling Connected Family

A growing, supportive network for volunteer organisers, supporters and anyone intersted in tackling loneliness and isolation through local action

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The Hub

@Low Pavement

The Hub @ Low Pavement is our town centre venue in Chesterfield, the home of Feeling Connected and a safe space for all, full of activities and connections.

Address: 61 Low Pavement,
Chesterfield, S40 1PA.
Open:  Mon - Thursday 10-3pm.

Help The Hub @ Low Pavement
DONATE NOW
Together, let's transform lives

​Today, we need your help to ensure The Hub @ Low Pavement in Chesterfield continues to thrive and support our community. Your donation will play a crucial role in securing the future of The Hub and ensure that we can continue to serve as a vital resource for our community

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"The support I’ve had in building my confidence and helping me to do new things, make friends and rebuild myself has saved my life. I wouldn’t be here today it wasn’t for DVA and the hub"

 

Why Donate?
Our goal for the next year is to raise £25,000 to secure the future of The Hub. You can be a part of this.
The Hub acts as just that, a safe place for community groups to meet and enjoy their time together, every day we see the difference this space makes to people across Chesterfield. We want to make sure that it continues, but we need help in doing so, to ensure we can continue to offer this vital space and make a positive impact on our community.

Contact Us

How can we help?
Thanks for getting in touch!
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