Projects
RAWMARSH VOLUNTEER EXCHANGE The project, which is funded by Coalfields Regeneration Trust, began in January 2009 and focuses on working with people living in the Rawmarsh area who want to become involved in volunteering.People of all ages and backgrounds choose to volunteer and do so for all sorts of reasons.
• Some feel a little isolated and have lots of time to spare and volunteer in order to meet people and make new friends.
• Others want to learn new skills or develop existing skills, often with a view to using those skills in future employment.
• Some people want to help others in their community and become involved in local activities and projects.
• Volunteering gives the opportunity to gain qualifications in order to compete more effectively in the jobs market.
• Some people volunteer in order to keep fit and active.If you are thinking about volunteering, Jan Brooks, the Volunteer and Training Development Worker will help you through the process of finding a volunteer placement to suit your needs and then continue to offer support throughout your time as a volunteer. This will include identifying and arranging any free training which would assist you in carrying out your volunteering role and regular reviews throughout your placement.
There are a variety of volunteering opportunities available, ranging from helping in local schools or children’s activities/clubs, assisting in lunch clubs for older people, gardening, helping to produce a pantomime, administration work or helping out at a local event. Please telephone Jan Brooks on 01709 719478 for further information or e-mail rawmarshvolunteer @hotmail.co.uk
ACTIVATE!ACTIVATE! was created in December 2002 and is managed by the High Street Centre, working with children and young people within the Rawmarsh and Parkgate area of Rotherham.
The project operates with two full-time staff, two part-time staff and 22 local volunteers aged between 12 and 65+.
ACTIVATE! offers a wide range of activities for 4-14 year-olds with a particular focus on those from a disadvantaged background, to encourage their participation in positive activities that aim to aid their personal and social development in a safe and inclusive environment.
Key activities include:
- Young People’s Action Group
- ‘OUTRAGEOUS’ Children's Club
- ‘Xplode’ Youth Club
- ‘High-5’ Club
- Guitar Lessons for Beginners
- Attainment Clubs with local schools
- Holiday Activities / Family Trips / Taster Sessions
Over 110 children and young people attend each week.
Over 1,500 children and young people have accessed this project so far
The Activate! project has received funding from:
- Rotherham Children’s fund
- Children in Need
- Quids In
- Coalfields Regeneration Trust
- Rotherham Young People’s Services
- Positive Opportunities for Young People
Renovation is currently underway to create flexible office space at the centre
New kitchen/catering facilities Installed in the summer of 2007, and means the Centre can serve refreshments into the Lower Hall. The kitchen was funded by WREN, Coalfields Regeneration Trust and Trusthouse Charitable Foundation.
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Car Park Completed in the summer of 2007 and now includes disabled parking bays.
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Luncheon Club Commenced 15 January 2008 thanks to a grant of £900 from Age Concern, Help the Aged and some fantastic volunteers.
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New kitchen/catering facilities Installed in the summer of 2007, and means the Centre can serve refreshments into the Lower Hall. The kitchen was funded by WREN, Coalfields Regeneration Trust and Trusthouse Charitable Foundation.
Car Park Completed in the summer of 2007 and now includes disabled parking bays.