Community Benefits Wishlist Submission

Materials (donation)

The group are looking for a metal storage container, either 20ft or 32ft to allow us to store all the equipment we have amassed. The equipment is currently scattered among the group members for safe keeping. SeaSalt Streets have identified a suitable site close to the town centre for the container and, should we succeed in securing one, will apply to North Ayrshire Council for the relevant permissions. The container must be water tight although the condition of the exterior is irrelevant,(we have successfully funded and erected 3 murals!!!) Although we don't have a timescale, the sooner we secure permanent storage, the more projects we can tackle.

Request for voluntary time from contractor - specific (e.g. specific financial, business, design or other skill-based support)

SeaSalt Streets are trying, in Wish 1, to secure a steel storage container. In the event of one becoming available, we would be looking for someone to transport it to site. Assuming the supplier if Wish 1 cannot transport it.

Financial (donation of money)

Monetary contributions would be used for either the purchase and/or transportation of a container

Financial (donation of money)

We are hoping to replace all our hot beverages cups (around 50) at our groups.

Request for voluntary time from contractor - general (e.g. helping at an event, general labour for a project)

In order for us to be able to utilise the three external (but internal to the school) garden spaces, the areas need to be safe - they are not currently safe. After a site visit last year, Robertsons's the Builders helped us to map out the key priorities for each zone: Garden 1 Slabs need levelled Removal of base that had been used to secure a green house. Shrubs removed Mare's tail removed - extensive growth. Access from Tunnel needs looked at Access from stairs at PE. Garden 2 Disability access- none Removal/Making safe stone sculpture Removal/Transformation of rocky area in middle of the garden. Garden 3 Established Grass needs cut Poly tunnel repaired

Sponsorship or fundraising support

We host out home galas at the Portal in Irvine 3 - 4 times a year. These events/galas are over 2 days and attract 300-400 swimmers from the North of Scotland as well as supporters and coaches. Due to the energy crises and rising fuel costs our pool hire costs have also gone up. We are looking for sponsors who could donate funds to host these galas. In return we will offer various publicity options depending on the donation/sponsorship offered.

Food (donation)

This is to cater for our traveling officials who attend our galas. They are offered a hot lunch and we would be happy to accept any catered ideas to supply these meals.

Other (please specify in your next answer)

If any group or individuals provide medals we would love to work with you.

Sponsorship or fundraising support

We require a 20' Shipping Container to house our Tandems for safe storage. We have a site already in place, but need support to raise the funding to purchase a secure unit to store our equipment. Any support you can offer will make a big difference to our group!

Materials (donation)

2 ton Whin Dust for levelling out the ground to form a base for a Shipping Container

Food (donation)

we would like a food donation as our stock diminishes fast even though we have just opened. any tins of meat with a good date would be best and packets of cereal, diluting juice, toiletries, basically all food and household items that have a good shelf life

Request for voluntary time from contractor - general (e.g. helping at an event, general labour for a project)

need help for wish three, so painter, joiner, and flooring expert.

Materials (donation)

we need to upgrade our store room as it was previously the cleaners room . needs the walls emulsioned and new flooring i.e. slip proof lino. and the cupboards under the sink need replacing .

Materials (donation)

We have a track going through our site that is car accessable, essential for many of our older members to get close to their plots but due to the high rainfall of late it is in an awful condition, full of potholes making driving on it pretty awful. We would love any excess type 1or 2 local companies can provide in order to keep it in a drivable condition. We also hope to extend our events area (which also frequently floods)and raise it with type 1or 2. Our group provides free events throughout the year, including a free Easter and Xmas event for local children.

Materials (donation)

WE would very much like to update our kitchen as it is much used at our community fundraising events and member get togethers and are therefore looking for 2 or 3 wall units and floor units, linoleum to cover the flooring area and a worktop.

Other (please specify in your next answer)

We are hopeful to dig 1 or 2 soakaways/wildlife ponds on our site to help with the flooding issue. It would have a double benefit, one being to encourage wildlife onsite and secondly move water away from our plots/enabling us to open up more plots to the community (we have a large waiting list) We are there fore looking for local companies with digging machinery who would be able to work with us in order to dig these small scale ponds and trenches.

Request for voluntary time from contractor - general (e.g. helping at an event, general labour for a project)

We are looking for your employees to mentor a young person in school for an hour a week, during term time. Mentors and young people are carefully matched based on their likes, personality and life-experiences. Everyone is different, so we look for mentors from all walks of life. When one person mentors, two lives are changed.

Financial (donation of money)

We are looking for financial donations to help fund travel costs for work experience opportunities.

Request for voluntary time from contractor - general (e.g. helping at an event, general labour for a project)

We are looking for employers to host talent tasters for our young people on the programme.

Request for voluntary time from contractor - general (e.g. helping at an event, general labour for a project)

Paved area at the library has sunk causing a substantial dip causing slips and trips to community members looking to utilise the green space, this requires levelling and repointing.

Financial (donation of money)

To buy sand to lift and shore up the paved area, to buy pointing cement and tools to apply the cement. General equipment to make area safer for walking through raising slabs.

Materials (donation)

Three large planters for patio fruit trees, looking to have apple, pear and cherry so local people can freely take the fruit when the trees are in full leaf.

Financial (donation of money)

In 2022, we were awarded £2,500 of funding from The Ayrshire Community Trust which allowed us to set up a Discretionary Hardship Fund which provided financial support to 36 individuals and their families. This enabled us to provide instant, tangible financial support to clients who were struggling most with the impact of the Cost-of-Living Crisis. Due to the demand on our services by people who face financial crisis through various situations, this funding has now been completely utilised. We are requesting a financial donation of £2,500 to match this previous fund; however, a donation of any amount would be very much appreciated. Providing this support allowed clients to top up their gas/electricity meters, purchase essential household items and gain access to food, warm clothing, mobile devices, as well as other various means of support required depending on the clients' individual circumstances. We know that anything can happen to anyone, at any time. We want to ensure people have somewhere to turn, and the discretionary fund allows us to provide that help for people in a tough spot. This can also help people avoid borrowing from friends/family, getting into more debt, and potentially prevent them from turning to high-cost or illegal money lenders.