groundwork msstt: changing places changing lives formed in 2008 but over 25 years history in area ...
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Groundwork MSSTT: Changing Places Changing Lives Formed in 2008 but over 25 years history in area Part of the National Federation of Groundwork Trusts Financially and operationally independent Charitable status, Not for Profit Work to deliver, inspire and improve local areas,
businesses and the lives of local people, many of whom live in some of our most challenging neighbourhoods.
Our Impact
Between 2011 and 2012 we… Improved 713,311 M2 of land Actively involved 3,302 young people in projects Helped people gain 359 formal qualifications Supported 321 businesses Created 31 jobs Helped avoid or save 43,135 Tonnes of C02 emmissions Actively involved 24 Schools
Working with Local Communities
Our Vision:
To improve the quality of life for people in neighbourhoods most in need in Manchester, Stockport,
Salford, Tameside & Trafford
Key areas of Community Activity
Sustainable living Community engagement and cohesion Creating better places to live and work Health & well-being Young people Employment and economic activity
Current projects in Stockport
Pass It On: Next Steps Support
Funded through Stockport Business Challenge
Youth project with 2 core outcomes: Get young people into
sustained employment, training and education
Improve aspirations and confidence
How is Pass It On different?
Targets “in-betweeners” Develops and rewards a peer
mentoring support network Works closely with local
businesses and delivery partners
Designed to “fill the gaps” in current 15-19 provision
Sustainable StockportPositioning Stockport to be a Sustainable Living exemplar town, showcasing locally delivered, sustainable solutions
Target Outcomes:
3 new Sustainable Living groupsGroups trained to ensure longevityEstablishment of “Sustainable Living” Stockport networkDemonstrable carbon savings and behaviour changeTransferable learning
Sustainable Stockport Working in…
Offerton Woodley / Bredbury Romiley Bramhall Cheadle
Blue Sky
Nationally employed more than 700 people with a criminal record since 2005
48% employees progressing into permanent employment
Re-offending rates are 15% - around one quarter of national average.
Blue Sky in Stockport
Stockport Homes & Stockport MBC – Environmental Improvement Service in Priority 1 Areas Contract value £263K over 18 months (2010-12)19 people with criminal records provided with employment16 people stayed for 13 weeks or more and achieved at least 1 qualification 52% secured onward employmentLed to 3 new contracts with Stockport Homes and Equity Housing
“This job has given me the self-belief that there is hope after prison. The satisfaction I get after we have
completed a big job and see the improvement to peoples properties and how it affects their families is second to
none” Anthony, Stockport Team Operative
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Working in Partnership with Local Businesses
Supporting our work through CSR
Commissioning Sponsorship Volunteering
CommissioningWhy? Deliver social return on investment through your business operationsStrengthen community relations
Services…Landscape DesignEmployee and Community engagementBlue Sky
SponsorshipWhy? Promote your organisation and position your brand Enhance your environmental and community credibility Demonstrate impact in your local community
How? Sponsor an existing project Design and deliver a bespoke project Financially support a community grants scheme
Volunteering
Why? Improve team working and relationships Build confidence and communication skills Increase motivation and engagement Improve performance and productivity Achieve better recruitment and retention Build a positive company atmosphere Make a positive impact on your local community
Volunteering
How? Signpost your employees to local projects Use your business skills to support our projects e.g mentoring and
advising young people Hold an Employee Team Challenge Day
At an existing venue e.g Trafford Ecology Park Work on a local Stockport project – Groundwork project or one
of your choice Develop and deliver a bespoke project
Corporate Volunteering in Action….
Contact Details
Deborah Murray
Sustainable Communities Manager
0161 220 1056
07792 186 074