Latest News
for Barnet VCFSE
Environmental Network
Thanks for your interest in the Barnet VCFSE Environmental Network. Sharing latest news, funding opportunities, events etc. Any questions/thoughts/contributions, do get in touch...
Ellen Cheshire, VCS Support Lead
ellen@inclusionbarnet.org.uk 19 January 2023
Our Next Meeting
Barnet VCFSE Environmental NetworkWednesday 15 February, 2pm - 3:30pm
If you've already been to a Barnet VCFSE Environmental Network meeting then you'll automatically receive a MS Teams link for our next meeting on Wednesday 15 February, 2pm - 3:30pm.
If you've not joined us yet, then do email Ellen. These are informal and informative networking sessions for those working in the Barnet Voluntary, Community, Faith & Social Enterprise (VCFSE) sector, where we can come together to discuss environmental issues in the Borough, and work out how we as a sector can make a difference. This networking group will raise awareness of environmental projects that are happening in the Borough, help to establish partnerships and joint initiatives and seek funding opportunities. If you have any topics you would like to raise/discuss at future meetings, do let Ellen know. FOR PAST E-NEWSLETTERS
Green ideas...Top tips on creating sustainable urban green spaces
The National Lottery's Heritage Fund have created a handy blog post with the top 10 tips for creating an urban green space in your local area. From making sure the space is accessible to communities, to how to be socially entrepreneurial, there is lots of guidance that could inform your projects and campaigns, in terms of what's best for Barnet residents and what's best for the planet. Read more - How to make a sustainable urban green space
Good news...Clitterhouse Playing Fields improvements
There are plans to improve Clitterhouse Playing Fields, near Brent Cross, by building two children's playgrounds, two multi-use games areas, a basketball court and an outdoor gym. Pedestrian paths and cycle route will connect these facilities with the local area, and there will be parking spaces for 152 bikes. There are also plans for a new pavilion building with public toilets, sports changing rooms and a café. Read more: Clitterhouse Playing Fields plans
BarNET Zero: get involved!
Join the journey to Net Zero carbon in Barnet: Protect our community and the planet Climate change affects us all, from rising temperatures and extreme weather events, such as more frequent heatwaves and flooding, to health implications like asthma and other respiratory related diseases, caused by air pollution. By working together to reduce our
carbon emissions in Barnet, we can protect our community from these impacts, for generations to come. This includes taking little (or large!) steps to reduce your energy consumption and bills at home, looking at sustainable transport options, getting involved in local volunteering opportunities in the community and supporting local businesses to adopt more eco-friendly practices. The council's BarNET ZERO webpages offer advice and support to help you on your journey to becoming net zero carbon. Find out more and hear from residents,
businesses, and community groups about the steps they're taking to protect our planet at: Our journey to becoming net zero carbon | Engage Barnet
Did you know... You can plant trees while you sleep? ProductHunt has launched a song called This Song Plants Trees, so people can stream while they work, sleep or
meditate. One tree is planted for every 100 streams. So far, 14,000 trees have been planted in Mozambique, Madagascar and Kenya, as the song has been played 1.4 million times. Stream now and get planting - This Song Plants Trees DYK that via Barnet-based Just One Tree you can help plant a tree for just £1 per tree.
Research opportunity...Small Charity Research Award
nfpResearch is providing small charities with an opportunity to receive a £10,000 research project for free. The nfpResearch team will work with the successful applicant to make sure their charity and research goals are met. Applicants must have an income under £1 million per year. Deadline: Friday 27 January Read more: Small Charity Research Award
Greener homes...LEAP appliances for vulnerable households
LEAP offer a Energy Advice Service, to help people work out which of their household appliances should be replaced, and if they are eligible for LEAP's help in doing this. LEAP Appliances is an initiative to support fuel poor and vulnerable households through the replacement of old, inefficient fridges, freezers, fridge-freezers, washing machines, and cookers with modern, efficient alternatives. Find out more: LEAP Appliances
Metropolitan Public Gardens
Funding and practical assistance is available to community groups across London for the improvement of neglected sites and refurbishment of gardens, including landscaping, seating and planting. In the past, the Metropolitan Public Gardens Association has worked with Libraries, Allotments, Community Gardens and many others.
Fund to tackle household electrical waste
Material Focus' Electricals Recycling Fund will award grants of up to £100,000 for projects seeking to grow existing household waste and recycling collection services. Grants of up to £50,000 offered to projects that create new collection methods. Deadline: Tuesday 31 February
Food for the Planet funding
As part of their Food for the Planet project, Sustain will be offering grants up to £5,000 to UK local food partnerships, local authorities and community groups. If your organisation is campaigning and advocating to make food in Barnet better for people and the planet, do consider applying. Deadline: Friday 10 February
Training Sessions
from Barnet Together
The Barnet VCFSE Environmental Network is just one of the many initiatives Inclusion Barnet does as part of its Community Organisation Support work for the Barnet sector as part of the Barnet Together partnership. Another area of our work is hosting training sessions on a variety of topics with our partners at Young Barnet Foundation, Volunteering Barnet and Barnet Council. Do get in touch with Ellen with any suggestions for other topics for training that you would be interested in. In the meantime, here are some coming up... Barnet Together 2023 Fundraising Programme We're excited to announce our 2023 Fundraising Programme, kicking off the
new year bringing you expert advice on how to make the most of fundraising opportunities. Sessions include: Writing for Impact - Raising your profile - Corporate and Business Sponsorship, Budgeting for Funding Applications and much more! These will be fortnightly sessions running from January 25 to May 10. Read more - Barnet Together 2023 Fundraising Programme
Halliwick Recreation Ground Sustainable Urban Drainage Scheme The final designs for Halliwick Recreation Ground's Sustainable Urban Drainage Scheme will be presented on Sunday 29th January 2023. These are the final public engagement sessions for this scheme. 10.00am-12.00pm: Park activities and tree ID at Halliwick Rec Ground 1.30pm – 3.30pm: Winter nature crafts, coffee and chat at St Peter Le Poer Church More info - Halliwick Rec Sustainable Urban Drainage
Finchley Lido Leisure Centre redevelopment and relation The council are inviting views on the future of Finchley Lido Leisure Centre at the Great North Leisure Park. This includes the possible relocation to North Finchley Town Centre to create a modern and more sustainable leisure facility at the heart of the town centre. Deadline: Monday 23 January Have your say: Finchley Lido Leisure Centre redevelopment
Culture Strategy 2023 – 2028 engagement Barnet Council want to co-produce an exciting, ambitious, and fun Culture Strategy that puts Barnet on the map and celebrates its creativity, heritage, and community. They plan to promote Barnet as a significant cultural destination and to be recognised as a borough of fun. The Council would like to hear what culture means to you, no idea or concept is off limits., and they invite all residents, community groups, local businesses and creatives, to come and take part in the development of this strategy. This is your Culture Strategy. Deadline: Friday 27 January Get involved: Barnet's Culture Strategy >> The full list of live Barnet Council consultations, including more with an environmental perspective.
Zero Waste Kitchen Meridian Wellbeing has launched a Zero Waste Kitchen series, with workshops every Friday, 1:30 - 3:30pm. Attendees will learn various simple but tasty recipes, make a meal out of food at home, and learn how to batch cook to save energy. To register, please email info@meridianwellbeing.com Meritage Centre, Church End, Hendon, NW4 4JT
Pop along to the next Green Fundraisers Forum meeting... The Environmental Funders Network (EFN) hosts an informal bi-monthly gathering, as a chance to come together and meet others who are fundraising in the environmental sector. You can ask questions, discuss issues and share thoughts. In their next meeting, EFN will share their plans for 2023 and provide opportunities to get to know members of the Green Fundraisers Forum. When: Thursday 26 January, 2 - 3pm. Register for the Green Fundraisers Forum meeting
Community Organising Training Stonegrove Community Trust has organised a series of Community Organising events at community hubs around Barnet. 11 February: Introduction to Community Organising at OneStoneGrove 23 February: Listening in Community Organising (Workshop 2) at OneStoneGrove 23 March: Power in Community Organising (Workshop 3) at OneStoneGrove 20 April: Action in Community Organising (Workshop 4) at OneStoneGrove Whether
residents are a small business owners, community leaders or interested in community work this course will give them all the tools to start listening and making changes in their community. Certificate and lunch provided. Barnet Resident tickets £10 More info - Community Organising Training
Community Focus Winter Exhibition Community Focus is holding their Winter Exhibition to celebrate student art, writing and craftwork. There will also be a market stall with the opportunity to buy some of the students' creations! Free art workshops running on both days! When: Saturday 28th and Sunday 29th January, 11am - 3pm. Where: Community Focus Inclusive Arts, 2nd Floor, Friary House, Friary Park, N20 0NR. For more information call 020 3743 2326 or email pa@communityfocus.co.uk
Going Green - Online Conference Join the Directory of Social Change for an online conference about committing to a sustainable charity sector. Wednesday 8 March - Going Green Conference registration
easyfundraising: simple fundraising for your organisation How are third sector organisations fundraising this year? By using easyfundraising. easyfundraising partners with over 7,000 brands so voluntary groups, CICs, charities and community organisations can receive free funding every time someone shops with them. Find out more about easyfundraising
Winter Festival Event Funding
Closing date: 31 January 2023 Barnet Council are still accepting Expressions of Interest (EOI) for community groups to host Winter Festival events up to the end of February. These can be faith, cultural or community based. Groups must send the completed application to community@barnet.gov.uk at least three weeks before their
event. More information on the Winter Festival Event funding
Exhibit your artwork at Stonegrove Community Trust
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