We met with Wickham Community Association!

Lizzie Uzzell and Andy Cowie, members of the Foundation, recently met with Kate English, Community Centre Manager, and Phoebe Smith, Operations Manager of Wickham Community Centre, one of the charities supported in our Spring 2024 funding round.

Wickham Community Association operates a large community centre in Wickham, located in one of the most under-resourced areas in the Winchester District. As a hub, the Wickham Community Centre serves the entire Parish of Wickham and its neighbouring areas, hosting over 120 local organisations and providing accessible, affordable spaces for recreational, educational, business and social activities.

The funding will support the setup of a sensory room at the centre, creating a safe and engaging space for children with special educational needs (SEN). Resources for SEN activities are limited and often costly in this area. By establishing a dedicated sensory room, the centre can offer regular, affordable sessions that aid in brain development and provide a valuable resource for local families.

To learn more about Wickham Community Centre and ways to support, visit their website here.