Delivering social value

Support the local community

Read on to learn about the support, donations and services that local organisations, charities and communities would love to receive through our community Wishing Well scheme.

We also welcome suggestions from contractors in the tender process that go beyond the below.

Support Lichfield District Council initiatives

Adaptive bikes

We are currently investing in a fleet of adaptive bikes for communal use to make cycling accessible to residents with disabilities and long-term health conditions. Could you help by purchasing a bike?

Below are the approximate values of the bikes that we still need:

Burntwood Park

Could you help us improve Burntwood Park in any of the below areas?

  • Providing a new bike rack 
  • Help to enhance the floral displays and biodiversity areas

Getin2it

Getin2it for young people is a diversionary programme working with young people aged between 7-19 years across the district, offering free positive activities (such as street dance, football, rock climbing and kickboxing) and opportunities on a weekly basis. The prevention programme tackles anti-social behaviour and crime across the district in identified hot spot areas delivering both universal and targeted sessions.

We are always looking for support to help fund our activities and would welcome any financial aid that you are able to offer.

Our housing and tenancy sustainment service

We welcome any support or volunteer hours that could help vulnerable individuals, such as:

  • Organising and paying for a skip to be delivered and picked up for individuals in need.
  • Laptops and IT equipment.
  • Assisting in redecorating houses or loading and unloading furniture.
  • Contributing towards costs of temporary accommodation.
  • Grants to Lichfield District Street Aid.

US Girls

US Girls brings women and girls together in their local communities to enjoy being active in a safe, welcoming space. Working closely with partner organisations, the programme is shaped by the voices of the women and girls who attend, helping to build friendships, confidence and a strong sense of belonging through activities that reflect their interests and needs.

Weekly sessions create a supportive environment where participants can connect, feel valued and support one another, while learning more about wellbeing and healthy lifestyles.

Social Value donations help keep this community‑led programme running throughout the year by covering venue hire, equipment, resources and awareness workshops, ensuring women and girls can access positive, inclusive activities for up to 50 weeks a year.

Volunteer workforce development gap

The Active Lichfield Communities Volunteer programme brings people aged 13 and over from across Lichfield District together to support and strengthen their local communities. Volunteers work alongside experienced community coaches to help deliver inclusive sessions and events throughout the year, building confidence, connections and a sense of belonging while making a positive difference locally.

Social Value donations help invest in the development of volunteers by funding coaching qualifications, training opportunities and learning, giving young people and adults the chance to gain valuable, transferable skills while supporting the health and wellbeing of their community.

Community Games 2027

The Lichfield Community Games returns to Beacon Park on Saturday 12 June 2026, from 12pm to 5pm, offering a fun-filled event designed to inspire health, happiness and physical activity. Families, children and adults of all ages and abilities can try a wide range of activities provided by local sports clubs and community organisations in a safe, welcoming environment. The event aims to encourage people to discover and connect with sporting opportunities available in their local area, while participants can collect stickers for each activity they try and earn a medal to take home as a reward for getting involved. Would you be able to help with a one-off £600 donation to help cover the cost of the medals?

School Games Summer Athletics 2027

Local primary schools participate in a structured Summer Athletics competition which includes both Track and Field events in Beacon Park. Local secondary schools provide sports leaders to support with the delivery of the event alongside the district School Games organiser and Active Lichfield Communities Team. All young people get a certificate for participating and the top 3 in each event received either a bronze, silver or gold medal with the overall winning school taking away a trophy. We’d love support in providing the medals and trophy for this event.

Support local people, charities and groups

A Good Thing

A Good Thing is a non-profit matchmaking app that makes it easy for businesses to donate unwanted items directly to local charities. They are looking for organisations with physical 'things' to give away: anything from laptops and coffee mugs to hotel pillows, pallets of bricks and boxes of post-it notes. Does your business have things gathering dust that could make an impact with a charity? If so, they’d love you to sign up and donate them for free - less to landfill and more to a good cause!

Animal Rescue Volunteers

Animal Rescue Volunteers are a dedicated group of animal lovers, rescuing and rehabilitating small animals in need and collaborating with local rescues. They operate in Lichfield, Tamworth, Rugeley, and Burton.

Can you help with any of the following:

  • Volunteering: Assist in transportation or lend a hand at their events.
  • Donations: Every donation goes directly to animals in need. Your support will help to provide medical care, shelter, and nourishment.
  • Amazon Wishlist: Animal Rescue Volunteers have a wishlist of items on Amazon that can be delivered directly to them.

Burntwood Scouts

Burntwood Scouts would gratefully appreciate support with any of the following:

  • Assistance in recruiting new scout leaders
  • Sensory beds for scout members

Gamers’ Wellbeing

Gamers’ Wellbeing is a supportive space in Lichfield for people dealing with anxiety and social isolation.

They would welcome donated gaming equipment of any kind (i.e. board games, card games, and video games).

Grace Cares

Grace Cares is a not-for-profit organisation that launched in 2023 to make care more sustainable - environmentally, socially, and financially. They rescue pre-loved care equipment from landfill and give it new life by refurbishing and redistributing it affordably to older people, families, unpaid caregivers, and care providers. The profits from their work fund community programmes that support older people and unpaid caregivers, improve well-being, and strengthen health and social care. Beyond environmental sustainability, they tackle social isolation and hardship.

Grace Cares would welcome support with the following:

  • Volunteers to help with activities
  • Donations of unwanted, good quality, care equipment
  • Donations towards refreshments at our community events
  • Donations of gifts that will make a real difference to the lives of unpaid care givers (e.g. crossword and puzzle books, toiletries, and luxury food items)

Liberty Jamboree

 

Liberty Jamboree is an inclusive youth service based in Lichfield for 8-35-year-olds, offering a wide range of provisions for young people with neurodiverse barriers, special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), and social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Liberty does not just provide projects and activities for their members to attend, they identify potential in their members, develop confidence and skills, and provide supported opportunities for everyone to learn and grow.  If there are local businesses who have any supported work-based opportunities, could offer their time to visit, or are interested in volunteering, Liberty Jamboree would love for you to reach out. They feel passionately about making stronger connections within our local community.  

You can also support them by means of a one-off donation.

Lichfield Christian Schools Work Trust

LCSWT is a registered charity that have been working in Lichfield and its surrounding areas for over 20 years. Their Engage program specifically delivers one-to-one mentoring on a weekly basis to students who need additional support and guidance, as well as young people that may be experiencing anxiety or self-confidence issues. As part of the Bridge Builders program, they work with Year 11 and 12 students, providing mock-interviews, CV writing support and help so that they can develop the skills and confidence needed to promote their employability.

Could you support LCSWT by providing funding or teaming up to deliver mock interviews?

Lichfield Garrick Theatre & Studio

Lichfield Garrick is a registered charity, whose work with local schools and support for youth theatres is only made possible through fundraising. If you would like to support any of the initiatives on their community noticeboard, you can become a Lichfield Garrick sponsor.

Mind

Burton & District Mind supports communities in Burton, Uttoxeter, Lichfield and Tamworth. They have two ways for you to provide social value to the local community:

  • They can provide your team with a life-changing programme of weekly emotional wellbeing workshops (8-16 sessions) and in return, they’ll provide another local charity or audience of need with the same programme as a sponsorship from yourselves. Prices start at £3,999.
  • Sponsor a local project to help people with mental health problems to engage with local activities such as sports, arts and hobby groups which aids their recovery. This is typically an 8–12-week programme costing £850-£1,000 per project.

Staffordshire Network for Mental Health

Staffordshire Network for Mental Health would be grateful for free room hire in the local area to run free mental health workshops and one-to-one sessions.

Tackling bed poverty

We welcome any initiatives or donations that could help to tackle bed poverty locally.

Food support

Can you provide support to any of the following organisations:

You will need to contact the foodbank prior to making a donation to determine which supplies are needed.

Curborough Community Centre bowls equipment

The Bowls Club at Curborough Community Centre are in desperate need of a new mat, costing approximately £1,095. If you are able to donate a mat it would be much appreciated.

School visits and work experience

Any opportunities to work with local schools and colleges to offer career talks, deliver educational programmes, or to offer work experience placements to students are always welcomed.

Pathway Project

Pathway Project is a charity supporting adults, children and young people affected by domestic and sexual abuse across Lichfield and Tamworth.

Donations help provide specialist support for children and young people, reducing waiting times and ensuring those affected by abuse can access the help they need to feel safe, heard and empowered.

Pathway Project also welcomes opportunities to work with local businesses through long-term partnerships that support its vital services and strengthen communities.

Spark Burntwood CIO

Spark Burntwood CIO is a local charity supporting children, young people and families across Burntwood and the surrounding area through wellbeing activities, family support, community groups and inclusive events.

They welcome donations to help continue their work, including:

  • Arts and crafts materials
  • Sensory toys and resources
  • Sports and outdoor play equipment
  • School stationery and backpacks
  • Toiletries and family essentials
  • Supermarket gift vouchers
  • Seasonal gifts for children and families

Financial donations are also greatly appreciated and help fund activities, resources, healthy snacks and community events.

Your support will help local children and families thrive, feel connected and access opportunities within their community. Thank you for making a difference.

Local Employment and Apprenticeships

We would welcome support from businesses that can create opportunities for local people through employment, work experience, traineeships or apprenticeships.

By offering jobs, placements or apprenticeship opportunities, you can help residents develop new skills, gain valuable experience and build long-term careers within the local area.

Your support will help strengthen the local economy, improve life chances and create lasting benefits for our communities.

 

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