Community library and children's toy exchange
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The Pitch
Problem statement
Community development - outreach to children & seniors - children's welfare We want to place a bespoke shed at the entrance to our Allotments. This will enhance our existing small book exchange, playground development and green community projects. We are a vibrant community of historic railway cottages (350+) households. We also manage a very popular playground. The playground attracts 200+ family members on a sunny day. It serves a very diverse community attracting visitors from other local areas who have no play facilities. There are no nearby library facilities.
Solution
Provide a community managed book and toy exchange. Additionally our Allotment society will use this as focus to deliver its green message with children's plant information and starter kits. Install a community information point accessible to our diverse neighbourhood.
Why are we best placed to deliver?
We are an active neighbourhood group. We manage the playground, book exchange and composting project. We host a very successful annual festival which attracts up to 750 visitors annually.
Focus Areas
Delivery plan
Budget breakdown
| Accessible bespoke shed | £1,250 |
Beneficiaries
600 people
Expected impact
Free books and toys for children. Information for diverse neighbourhood. Ability to deliver a green message to the wider Cricklewood community through our Allotment Society.