Warboys Community Association
Warboys Community Association was first set up in 2001 and is an affiliation of community groups based in Warboys. We currently have in the region of 30 affiliated groups.
Contact: e-mail: warboyscommunityassociation@gmail.com
Meetings: We normally meet in the Parish Centre four times a year in January, March, June, and October.
What do we do?
We aim to:
| • | Bring together local groups and organisations for mutual support and the exchange of information |
| • | Create a sense of community by organising at least one annual village event such as a May Day event and also coordinating a programme of Feast Week activities |
| • | Provide a forum to discuss issues that affect affiliated groups and the wider community |
| • | Keep the community informed about what is going on by publishing Warboys Diary every two months |
| • | Help affiliated groups with specific projects by awarding small grants |
Where do we get our money from?
We raise money by:
| • | Applying an annual affiliation fee |
| • | Selling advertising space in Warboys Diary |
| • | Holding community events |
| • | Periodically applying for grants |
Who can belong to the Association?
| • | Any non-commercial/not for profit organisation, group or charity based within Warboys and the surrounding area can become an affiliated member for an annual fee of £15. We also invite a small number of local businesses to join the Association |
What are the benefits of being affiliated to Warboys Community Association
You can:
| • | Promote your group and its’ activities through the Warboys Diary and community events |
| • | Apply to WCA for small grants for specific projects (normally after the 1st year of membership) |
| • | Receive a discounted rate for the hire of equipment such as gazebos, mobility equipment, display boards |
| • | Use meetings to raise issues of mutual concern and exchange ideas |