What is ActionFunder?
ActionFunder is all about streamlining the funding process, cutting costs, and amplifying impact. It’s a platform that connects real projects with real-time impact, making it easier than ever to see what’s happening on the ground. Whether you’re looking to join a community project or just want to catch up on the latest updates from recently funded groups, ActionFunder brings the stories of people and places turning funding into real change right to your fingertips.
Main Benefits of ActionFunder
Here’s a quick snapshot of what ActionFunder brings to the table:
- Real-time updates from community projects, keeping everyone in the loop.
- Support for diverse initiatives, from cooking classes to environmental clean-ups.
- Strong community engagement, with hundreds of participants involved in activities.
- Funding that directly supports meaningful, on-the-ground change.
- Collaboration with local organizations to tackle issues like air pollution and social inclusion.
Community Projects Making a Difference
Take, for example, The Cooking Bee project. Thanks to SNG’s Thriving Community Fund, students have been loving their cooking sessions—learning to whip up healthy takeaways and cook from scratch. It’s a simple skill but so crucial, especially if you’re living alone and need to fend for yourself. Then there’s Little Seedlings @St Mary’s, which kicked off after Easter and has already attracted 55 adults and 58 kids. They’ve been busy with bee-friendly planting, making seedballs, and crafts—all free and fueled by growing community interest.
Innovative Approaches to Wellbeing
Creative Wellbeing is another standout. Imagine ladies in their 90s trying out Boxercize to boost upper body strength—they had a blast and joked, “Nobody’s going to mess with us now we know how to box.” It’s this kind of fun, engaging activity that shows how diverse and inclusive these projects are. Meanwhile, Maidenhead’s restored waterway project is opening up access for all, improving community wellbeing through better use of local natural spaces.
Inclusive Arts and Confidence Building
Live Theatre Accessible To All brought the community together with two successful charity performances, welcoming 400 people to enjoy live theatre in a relaxed, fun environment. On a different note, Haircuts for Confidence continues to make a meaningful impact by supporting those experiencing homelessness—offering more than just a haircut, but a boost in self-esteem and hope. These projects highlight the power of community action and corporate social responsibility in creating real social impact.
Project Impact and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
- Good Health and Well-being (SDG 3)
- Quality Education (SDG 4)
- Gender Equality (SDG 5)
- Clean Water and Sanitation (SDG 6)
- Decent Work and Economic Growth (SDG 8)
- Reduced Inequalities (SDG 10)
- Sustainable Cities and Communities (SDG 11)
- Climate Action (SDG 13)
- Partnerships for the Goals (SDG 17)
Collaborative Efforts and Future Directions
Projects like the Clean Air Hub, which brings together around 35 local organizations, show how collaboration can drive environmental change. With funding secured, they’re ready to tackle air pollution head-on. The One Maidenhead Green Skills Project is another example, using donated materials to run workshops that teach gardening and planting skills—bringing color and life to empty planters outside offices. Sensory Equipment for Children’s Respite Home, supported by The Sir Robert McAlpine, enhances sensory support for children, showing how targeted funding can make a huge difference. And training sessions for unemployed individuals in gardening skills are breathing new life into communities, one planter at a time.
