A local charity has passed the million-pound milestone in making donations to help others.
Since its inception in 2019, the PFC Trust has made a remarkable impact on the community, distributing more than £1.2m in cumulative grants/donations to various local causes.
Last month alone, the Trust allocated approximately £75,000 in grants, underscoring its commitment to supporting diverse initiatives.
The recent grants awarded by the PFC Trust included three to NHS Community Mental Health grants and two Early Years grants.
Numerous awards were issued from both the General Grants pot and Hartlepool Sports Council, further broadening the scope of the Trust’s outreach.
Frances Connolly, the founder of the PFC Trust, said: “When we started the charity, we thought we would just be giving out some funding every now and again to help good causes, especially those groups that struggled to get funding from other places to support their work. Five years later, we have given out over £1.2m to local good causes.”
Beyond financial contributions, the PFC Trust is actively engaged in hands-on efforts across various sectors.
These include addressing ‘safety net’ issues through partnerships such as the Financial Inclusion Partnership, the Food Partnership, and the recently launched Poverty Truth Commission.
These are designed to tackle pressing community challenges and provide essential support to those in need.
The PFC Trust also promotes health and physical activity through numerous projects.
Carl Jorgeson, the Trust’s chief operating officer, said: “Our initiatives range from Social Prescribing and training for COPD and other long-term health conditions to Sports Performance Coaching.
“By collaborating with clubs and other providers, the PFC Trust supports athletic development from grassroots levels to world champions.”
This summer, the PFC Trust is working with local partners to deliver Urban Play and Urban Sport across multiple community spaces in Hartlepool.
The community is invited to join outdoor activities regardless of the weather. The events include garden games, nature trails, Olympic-themed crafts, and a variety of sports, encouraging community engagement and active lifestyles.
The PFC Trust's annual UChangeLives campaign is this September.The month of fundraising urges Individuals to raise funds solely for the PFC Trust or if you are a sports club, a community group or charitable organisation you can choose to raise funds on a 50/50 split, with 50 per cent going to your own group to support your own fundraising efforts.
* Check out www.thepfctrust.org to get involved with Uchangelives or for further information.
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