Tapping into our support has helped Nature Nurture Connection to continue their dedicated work in providing access to nature to many families across Whitby.

What was the challenge?

Referred to Community First Yorkshire, Nature Nurture Connection was interested in seeking support on how to set up a Community Interest Company.

How did Community First Yorkshire help?

Our development officer began their support with an initial online chat to explain different company structures and used descriptive examples to aid understanding. With best practice kept in mind, the development officer provided a range of helpful information and held a follow-up call to complete the necessary paperwork.

Taking the opportunity to visit the group in-person to learn more about their aspirations, our development officer was able to offer suggestions for local sources of funding – some of which bore fruit – and to this day our they continue to send across useful information to help the organisation achieve its goals.

The group successfully established themselves as a Community Interest Company and it was commented that the process also boosted the team’s confidence. As a result, not only is the group able to cater for lots of families keen to access outdoor space and nature, they are now working towards offering subsidised places in the future.

What does the future look like?

The group is keen to expand their reach into different communities, including working with health visitors, post-natal depression groups and parents who traditionally face additional barriers to getting support.

About the organisation

Nature Nurture Connection provides wild wellbeing classes in nature, to nurture both the parent and the child.

How we can help you

As a registered charity, we understand your needs. Our local advisers work across North Yorkshire and will come to you to ensure you get access to the best quality advice and guidance including funding advice, helping you set up as a community organisation, governance and trustees, finance support, marketing advice, and exploring ways to further develop your organisation.

If you know a community group, charity or social enterprise that needs some support to be even more successful, contact one of our friendly advisors on 01904 704177 or communitysupport@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk

Community Support North Yorkshire is funded by North Yorkshire Council and NHS North Yorkshire.

Do you need help with:

• securing income for your organisation or project?
• turning your ideas of becoming a new community organisation into a reality?
• benefitting from greater security as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO)?
• thinking about reviewing your organisation and planning ahead?
• understanding trustee’s legal roles and responsibilities?
• benefitting from a financial health check?

Our advisers can help. Call us today 01904 704177 or email communitysupport@communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk