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Pure College supports students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), focusing on employability, independence, and personal growth. The college’s allotment project in Brinnington engages students in gardening and community collaboration, with produce donated to a local charity. This hands-on experience promotes life skills, social integration, and well-being, benefiting both students and the wider community.

What will the Kao SEED Fund support?

The Kao SEED Fund will support repairs and improvements to The Pure College Allotment, making it a safe, accessible space for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The funding will help repair uneven paths, replace damaged fencing, and fix the broken greenhouse. This will allow students to fully engage in the growing process and share their produce with the community, including local cafes and charities. The project focuses on providing hands-on learning, enhancing students’ skills, well-being, and social inclusion, while promoting sustainability.

Who is the project helping support?

The Pure College Allotment project benefits around 35 students, with 20 actively participating. The students will gain practical skills in gardening, business management, and customer service. The project will help break down misconceptions about people with disabilities, demonstrating their ability to thrive and make a meaningful impact. The allotment will also engage the local community by providing fresh, locally grown produce, while the pop-up shop will offer students real-world experience in retail and business operations. Proceeds from the shop will reinvest in the allotment, ensuring sustainability. 

Impact of the project

Funding will support vital repairs at Pure College Allotment, including a new greenhouse, fence restoration, removal of the old greenhouse, and essential supplies. These improvements will create a safer, more accessible space for students with SEND to grow produce and develop practical skills.

The project will boost confidence, mental well-being, and employability, while enabling students to contribute fresh food to both college meals and local homeless services.

We’ll track progress through student feedback, engagement, produce grown, and shared updates via photos, videos, and case studies highlighting personal development.

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If your application is successful, Harlow Council will transfer the grant by BACS.  Bank details (account name, number and sort code) will need to be supplied with a summary of accounts. 

Funding conditions:  If your application is successful, your project must be delivered by 31 December 2026. You will have to return any grant funds if the project is not delivered or the organisation receiving the funding stops operating.

A contract agreement will need to be signed between your organisation and Harlow District Council before any funding is granted.

Monitoring and Evaluation: Grant recipients will be required to provide an end of project report to establish whether the project has met its aims and objectives, as well as to assess the overall impact on participants. Funding for the project is provided on the basis that the Project Evaluation form is returned within the agreed project timescale (no later than 31 January 2027).

Risks and Liabilities: In giving grants the ‘Harlow Council’ will require the supported project organisation or groups to accept all risks and liabilities associated with the activity being supported. This will be a condition of the grant.  Copies of relevant documents may need to be provided if the application has been approved.

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  1. Who can apply?
    The fund is open to not-for-profit community groups and grassroots initiatives based in Stockport.
     
  2. What types of projects are eligible?
    We encourage projects focused on environmental sustainability, community cohesion, and local economic development.
     
  3. How much funding is available?
    Grants range from £500 to £2,500 for pilot projects or to enhance existing initiatives.
     
  4. Is this the sole funding for this project?
    If not, please expand on the additional match funding that you currently have or are in the process of applying for.
     
  5. Are there any restrictions on grants under £500?
    Yes, please note that grants under £500 may be subject to different guidelines or restrictions, which will be communicated upon application.
     
  6. When will we know if our project was selected?
    Notifications will be sent by March 31, 2025.
     
  7. How can I apply for a grant?
    Applications can be submitted through our online portal, where you will find detailed guidelines and forms.
     
  8. What happens if my application is unsuccessful?
    If your application is not successful, we encourage you to seek feedback and consider reapplying in future funding rounds.
     
  9. When is the application deadline?
    Please check our website for the latest application deadlines and any upcoming funding rounds.