Erewash Voluntary Action secures £403,933 National Lottery funding to boost community health and well-being

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Erewash Voluntary Action (EVA) has been awarded £403,933 from The National Lottery Community Fund to deliver a new three-year initiative aimed at improving health, wellbeing and community resilience across the borough of Erewash.

The funding will support the Erewash Community Wellness Project, an ambitious programme designed to tackle health inequalities and strengthen the role of local voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations. Through the project, EVA will work with individuals, community groups and partner organisations to ensure residents have better access to support and opportunities that enhance their wellbeing.

The project will focus on helping people connect with local services, improve their mental and physical health, and reduce social isolation. It will also support residents to build confidence, develop skills and increase digital inclusion so they can access services and participate more fully in community life.

Alongside supporting individuals, the project will provide practical support for local voluntary and community groups. This includes helping organisations increase their funding and income generation capacity, strengthen governance and organisational resilience, and better demonstrate their impact. By strengthening local organisations, EVA aims to ensure community services are more sustainable and responsive to the needs of Erewash residents.

As part of the programme, EVA will continue to develop its role as a key community infrastructure organisation, strengthening partnerships with public sector bodies and increasing engagement with voluntary groups across the borough.

James Bromley, Chief Executive of Erewash Voluntary Action, said: “We are delighted to receive this significant investment from The National Lottery Community Fund. This funding will allow us to work even more closely with residents, community groups and partner organisations to improve health and wellbeing across Erewash. The project will help people access the support they need, strengthen local organisations, and ensure communities themselves play a central role in shaping the services that affect their lives. We are incredibly grateful to National Lottery players for making this funding possible.”

The project is expected to deliver wide-ranging benefits for the wider community, including more inclusive and community-led service delivery, stronger collaboration between organisations, and services that are better aligned with local needs.

Funding from The National Lottery Community Fund is made possible thanks to National Lottery players, whose support helps communities across the UK thrive.

Erewash Voluntary Action would like to thank The National Lottery Community Fund and National Lottery players for making this important investment in the health and wellbeing of the Erewash community possible.