B&Q Arbroath

We are a small local charity working to enable and empower the local community to be the best it can be. We work across a wide range of areas so as to reduce the inequalities many in the area suffer from as well as the ability to react to changes as they occur Recently we have been working with the local community and leading flood relief work in the area

We are a busy playgroup based in Arbroath, catering for children aged 2-5 years old, operating Monday-Friday 8.45am-2.45pm. We currently have 52 children on our register. We provide breakfast, lunch and snack for our children, we strive to create a safe, nurturing space for children to learn through play. We have a community larder where we supply food, clothing, toiletries, toys which is open to playgroup families as well as the local community. We have a large polytunnel and allotment space where we grow fruit and vegetables for the playgroup a big source of enjoyment was growing our very own pumpkins for Halloween this year. We have a large garden which houses a pond, orchard and wildlife area for the local squirrels, foxes and hedgehogs. We believe children learn a lot from risky play and encourage climbing and use of tools from gardening equipment to vegetable peelers. Many of our resources and natural loose parts, encouraging children to use their imagination in play.

Boomerang Community Centre SCIO is the only community hub in Stobswell, Dundee – one of the most deprived neighbourhoods in Scotland. Each week, we welcome people of all ages, offering food provision, social activities, youth and family work, volunteering opportunities, and vital interpersonal connection. We deliver a diverse and joined-up programme of support that meets people where they are and provides opportunities to grow, connect, and thrive: • Food support – Our Community Larder provides affordable access to fresh and staple foods; the Cosy Café offers a warm, welcoming environment where people can eat, relax, and meet friends; and our daily Community Lunch Club brings people together around the table, tackling both food insecurity and social isolation. • Wellbeing & engagement – A varied timetable of activities supports physical, emotional, and mental health. From art, music and creative expression to fitness classes (tai chi, chair yoga, Boccia), and from mental health support groups to our book club and social gatherings, these opportunities give people structure, purpose, and joy. • Youth & family support – Families benefit from our popular Stay & Play sessions for toddlers and parents, while older children and young people engage in youth groups, youth arts, and holiday provision. We also work with local schools on placements for disengaged students, offering volunteering and attainment opportunities, and we are proud to deliver a fully-funded Duke of Edinburgh programme, opening up experiences and skills development for those who might otherwise miss out. • Community events – Seasonal fayres, open days, and themed fundraisers not only generate income but also celebrate local identity, bring residents together, and showcase local talent and creativity. • Partnership services – By hosting services such as health checks, benefits and housing advice, addiction recovery support, cultural exchange, and adult learning opportunities, we act as a gateway, making professional help accessible in a trusted, local setting.