Corra Foundation

26/05/2026

Now off to the Borders for the next Boost Fund community story, where we visit Coldstream Community Larder - Scottish Borders and their award-winning organic garden. They run a vibrant community space that is focused on all things zero-waste and sustainability – saving 10 tons of food annually that would otherwise go to landfill, redistributing this to local families and community members with the motto !

The Boost Fund is currently open, providing grants of up to £3000 to help support local people across Scotland affected by poverty or disadvantage.

Coldstream Community Larder: Boost Fund support helps reduce food waste and support local families in Coldstream.

21/05/2026

We are thrilled to be taking part in the upcoming Village Storytelling Festival at The Boardwalk, Glasgow from 3rd to 6th June. This year we will be involved in two events:

✨Symposium: Storytelling for Change (Thursday 4th June 10am-4pm)

As part of the symposium, we will be delivering an interactive presentation: Stories for Social Justice – The Practical Implementation of Storytelling with People Whose Voices Are Least Heard.

This session is designed to provide practical information around approaches to building a successful project with participants whose voices are not often heard. This workshop will profile a Village Storytelling Centre project which was commissioned by The Corra Foundation to share and platform stories from Birth Parents whose child(ren) had been permanently removed from their care. We will share insights from both Creative Practitioner and Funders perspectives on the real world application of this work and the impact that it has had.

You can find out more about the symposium and book your pass here:https://www.villagestorytelling.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/VSF-26-Symposium-Programme.pdf

✨Supporting Birth Parents (Thursday 4th June 4.15pm)

Having a child taken into care can be an extremely traumatic experience. It has a profound impact on the child, birth parents and their families. In 2025 the Village Storytelling Centre and Unlabelled Films were commissioned by Corra Foundation to work with Birth Parents groups across Scotland to listen, reflect and help share these stories which are so rarely heard.

Join storyteller Lauren Bianchi, Corra’s Rowan Anderson as they present and discuss three important films developed with Birth Parents and ask for compassion and change.

This is a FREE event but please book to ensure your space. Find out more here: https://www.villagestorytelling.org.uk/festival/event/supporting-birth-parents/

19/05/2026

We’ll be posting some new communities stories on the blog over the next few weeks, sharing more about projects, organisations and small charities which have received support from the Boost Fund.

We’re starting off by spotlighting Baraka Community and Family Centre based in Clydebank. Baraka began as a grassroots initiative led by local residents who believed in the power of community connection, recognising that many families in the community were facing isolation, digital exclusion, and limited access to support services. The Family Hub has become a consistent, trusted point of connection for families across Glasgow.

Learn more also about their experience of applying to Boost, which is currently open to applications and provides small grants to community-led organisations supporting local people affected by poverty or disadvantage.

https://www.corra.scot/boost-fund-stories-baraka-community-and-family-connection-hub/

Charity Organization

11/05/2026

🔥SAVE THE DATE – RECOVERY CONNECTS 2026 🔥

Apologies for the delay in getting this out, and thank you for your patience. Its been a while but.....

We’re really pleased to finally be able to share that Recovery Connects is back for 2026✊️

📍 Queens Park Arena, Glasgow
📅 Sunday 5th July 2026
🕛 12pm–6.30pm

Recovery Connects is always a special day — bringing people together to celebrate recovery, build connections, enjoy great music, and show the strength of Recovery Communities across Scotland

This event means a lot to so many people, and it’s really important that you continue to show up and support it. Every person who attends helps demonstrate just how much days like this matter and helps us build a strong future for events like Recovery Connects year after year.

Please save the date, share the poster, and come along to be part of it.

We can’t wait to see you there. 💚

❤️ Stay tuned as we start to tease this years line up😬💚

Massive thanks as always to our funders and sponsors Abbeycare WithYou and Corra Foundation

11/05/2026

FREE Community Stitch Workshop in Carstairs Junction 🧵

Looking for a relaxed, creative afternoon and a chance to connect with others in the community?

Join us for our welcoming Stitch Workshop with Louz Graham at The Wooden Hut in Carstairs Junction. Whether you are completely new to stitching or already enjoy crafts, everyone is welcome

This gentle and mindful activity is not only creative and enjoyable — it also has fantastic wellbeing benefits, especially for older adults and anyone looking for a calm, supportive environment.

🪡 Benefits of stitching include:
✨ Improving fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination
✨ Supporting memory and concentration
✨ Reducing stress and anxiety
✨ Encouraging mindfulness and creativity
✨ Building confidence and social connection

We love that activities like this bring generations together while creating space to chat, relax and simply enjoy making something by hand.

📅 Tuesday 12 May 2026
⏰ 1:30pm – 2:30pm
📍 The Wooden Hut, Carstairs Junction

💗 COMPLETELY FREE FOR THE COMMUNITY
🧵 No experience needed
📧 To register either message us here or email : [email protected]

With thanks to the Boost Fund from the Corra Foundation for helping us continue creating accessible, community-led wellbeing activities in the Junction.

06/05/2026

We would like to say a heartfelt thank you to Corra Foundation for supporting our work.

Your support helps us continue our mission to build healthier minds, stronger communities and a brighter future for all.

We truly appreciate your trust and encouragement as we grow and serve our community.

06/05/2026

☕️🫖🍰Blooms Cafe starts this week on Thursday 7th May
Thursdays, 10am - 12pm
Arthurstone Library, Arthurstone Terrace, DD4 6RT.
FREE tea/coffee/cakes and biscuits.
FREE WiFi, newspapers, games.
Come along and meet new friends!
All welcome over the age of 18.
Families welcome but children must be supervised.
Elevator access available.
Run by volunteers, if you can and, would like to help, please let us know!
Made possible by What Matters to You & Corra Foundation

One for our to share 🙏

29/04/2026

Recognising that culturally responsive care is essential to children’s safety, wellbeing, and rights, Project Esperanza have developed the Cultural Connections Kit and Project Esperanza Charter for Racialised Communities.

Project Esperanza received Scottish Government Funding through Corra's Promise Partnership Fund to shape this work. On the Corra blog this week they share more about these tools which are helping to support the culture, heritage and identity of racialised children and young people involved in child protection or the care system.

The kit contains culturally relevant items that support personal care, hair care, heritage, and cultural diet - supporting wellbeing, reducing isolation and helping to build trust with professionals. By also embedding the principles in Project Esperanza Charter, services can reduce mistrust and create more collaborative safeguarding relationships.

Project Esperanza recommends that public services, local authorities and care providers use these tools in order to be better equipped to deliver culturally competent care.

You’ll find a link to the Charter and details on how to purchase the Culture Connections Kit at the new blog below! 👏

28/04/2026

We’re launching Year 2 of the Community Leadership Collective!

Last year, 24 inspiring community leaders came together from across Scotland. They left feeling energised, better connected, and equipped with practical tools to grow their impact. Now we’re looking for the next group.

This programme is all about supporting people who are already making a difference in their communities - especially those in grassroots or volunteer-led roles.

Participants will get:
• Support from peers and 1:1 coaching
• Skills in leadership, funding, and campaigning
• New connections and ideas
• Tools to sustain their work
• An ILM Level 6 qualification

Expression of interest closes on the 8th May 2026: https://forms.office.com/e/SMxbZ6ANU2

For more information head to our website: https://www.corra.scot/people-in-place/community-leadership-collective

28/04/2026

Last week, we attended The Nook in Glasgow to support The 2026 Legacy Network Funders Meet and Greet. Bringing together partners, funders, and network members to focus on transforming ideas into action.