Smoke Free Community Grant Information Session

Thurrock Community Fund is pleased to announce the second round of Smoke Free Community Grant funding, launching on 9th March 2026.This funding is designed to support smokers aged 18 and over in Thurrock to access stop-smoking support and increase quit attempts. There are two funding strands available, including a dedicated fund for organisations providing intensive … Continue reading Smoke Free Community Grant Information Session

Smalls Sparks Fund Chadwell

Chadwell in Action: Small Sparks Fund is a small grants programme giving residents in Chadwell St Mary the opportunity to apply for up to £250 to support local projects and activities that benefit their community. The fund is part of the wider Chadwell in Action programme, shaped by local priorities identified through community conversations and … Continue reading Smalls Sparks Fund Chadwell

Join The Thurrock Food Network Workshop

Across our communities, many voluntary and community organisations are working tirelessly to address food insecurity — through food banks, community pantries, surplus food redistribution, community cafés, and hot meal provision. This Thurrock Food Network Workshop will bring together local charities, community groups, social enterprises, and support services to: Connect with others tackling food poverty. Collaborate … Continue reading Join The Thurrock Food Network Workshop

Let’s Talk – Understanding Permissive Environments: Good Practice for Managing Community Venues

Join Thurrock’s voluntary and community sector for a friendly, online networking session on Tuesday 24 February (10:00–11:30). We’ll explore permissive environments, share updates, spotlight local services and make space for honest conversation—plus plenty of time to connect with others working across the borough. Free to attend, with spaces limited to 30. Click here to book.

Understanding Permissive Environments

Community venues play a vital role in bringing people together. This informal session is designed to help organisations understand how to keep community halls & spaces safe, welcoming and well-managed when hiring them out to the public.  This session is suitable for village halls, community centres, scout huts, faith and voluntary sector organisations, and anyone involved … Continue reading Understanding Permissive Environments

A Journey To Pride Screening

Join Thurrock LGBTQ+ Network for a special screening of Our Journey To Pride—the award-winning documentary celebrating the first Pride in Thurrock (2024). With 26 national and international awards, this is an uplifting night of film, community and recognition for the people behind the story. The evening will be styled like an Oscar-inspired celebration—dress up if you’d like … Continue reading A Journey To Pride Screening