Year two of the HARIBO Happiness Together Fund, in conjunction with Prosper Wakefield, is now open for applications from community groups, charities, and social enterprises across the Wakefield District. 

In partnership with HARIBO, the Community Foundation Wakefield District are appealing for projects and applications that encourage friendships across generations. Activities can range from improving the facilities available within the local community to delivering events and activities that bring young and older people together. 

Murray Edwards, Foundation Director, says

‘The HARIBO Happiness Together Fund has enjoyed a great start, supporting seven amazing projects during its first year of funding. We are now looking for the next projects to fund.’

Projects already supported by the HARIBO Happiness Together Fund include ‘Tea with a Pony’, in conjunction with Dial wood Carriage Driving for the disabled, and self-defence and confidence building sessions delivered by Blossom Training and Development.

Based in Flockton, Tea with a Pony sees volunteers assist disabled youngsters with their ponies whilst dementia sufferers socialise with the group over tea and cake. Blossom’s sessions cover what healthy relationships and personal boundaries look like, for the benefit of younger attendees, at the same time as older participants master appropriate physical activities that can improve their core strength and balance.

Jon Hughes, Managing Director at HARIBO added

‘The projects that have already received funding have created memorable experiences in a fun and enjoyable way. It’s now time to support even more organisations so that, together, we can spread happiness throughout the Wakefield district.’

Round three of the HARIBO Happiness Together Fund is now open. To apply, visit https://wakefieldcf.org.uk/haribo-happiness-together-fund-2023/

The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 10 March.

If you need any help or further information, please contact the Foundation’s Grants Manager, Diane Hall, at diane.hall@wakefieldcf.org.uk