Children?s Befriending Groups (GB-SC-SC022910-FR-0067944)
Funding Organisation
£9,500
Recipient Organisation
To contribute to the cost of delivering two befriending groups supporting forty children with learning disabilities and autism aged 8-16.
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Grant Details
| Amount Applied For | 9500 |
| Amount Awarded | 9500 |
| Award Date | 2023-01-30T00:00:00+00:00 |
| Beneficiary Location: Country Code | GB |
| Beneficiary Location: Geographic Code | S01012359 |
| Beneficiary Location: Geographic Code Type | DZ |
| Beneficiary Location: Name | Hawick - Burnfoot - South East |
| Grant Programme: Title | Rooney Foundation |
| Last Modified | 2025-03-27T18:37:58Z |
| Planned Dates: Duration (months) | 11 |
| Planned Dates: End Date | 2023-12-31T00:00:00+00:00 |
| Planned Dates: Start Date | 2023-01-01T00:00:00+00:00 |
| Recipient Org: Charity Number | SC030132 |
| Recipient Org: Company Number | SC297772 |
| Recipient Org: Description | We were founded by carers in 1990, and our volunteer befriending projects improve the quality of life of socially excluded children (aged 8+), young people and adults with learning disabilities in the Scottish Borders. They overcome social barriers and inequality of opportunity and give respite to family carers. Our service has developed through co-production with families and members. It takes the most direct route possible to improve social inclusion and is unique in the UK for its variety and size: We have 315 members of whom 265 are currently supported by 220 peer-age volunteers in 41 befriending groups and 45 traditional 1:1 links. Groups meet in community venues, in-school and on Zoom, and activities are similar to mainstream groups, including arts & crafts, drama, lifeskills, journalism, gardening, music, cookery, keep fit, games and overnight trips. 305 family carers benefit from regular respite. In our June 2024 Impact Report survey, 96% of members surveyed reported benefits in all 6 of the outcomes we measure (more friends & opportunities and improved happiness, confidence, self-esteem and social skills). All family carers surveyed reported a positive impact on their lives, with a more easily sustained role and/or greater wellbeing. Our support is longterm and sustained throughout transitions and provides excellent preparation for independent living, volunteering and employment. |
| Recipient Org: Web Address | https://www.interestlink.org.uk |