Chesterton House Foundation

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Loughborough Beacon Rotary Home Start Boxes

£1,000

Home Starter Boxes are given free – via local charities – to people who are being rehoused from difficult circumstances. Recipients include ex-offenders, families fleeing abuse, refugees and people suffering from addictions, among others. The boxes provide crockery, cutlery, pans, an electric kettle, cleaning kit, etc to get people started in their new home. Our grant enabled 10 boxes to be purchased and delivered.

Lutterworth St Mary’s PCC Youth Group

£500

Lutterworth St Mary’s PCC were looking for help to purchase materials and publicise the work of their Youth Group. Our grant of £500 went to help them to create an experience for young people, providing a resource for teenagers to be able to meet, share ideas, and find a listening ear can make a real difference in their lives.

Headway Leicester

£1,000

Headway is a charity that helps people who have suffered a brain injury, whether as a result of illness, stroke, accident or any other cause.

Our grant was to help fund a proposed project to create a day of ‘Animal Magic’ to engage their clients through sensory experiences.

Helping Hands Community Trust

£1,000 and £875

Helping Hands Community Trust provides essential support to individuals in South Wigston and surrounding areas, offering services such as benefit advice and debt management. In 2023, the Chesterton House Foundation awarded a grant to assist with the charity’s core service delivery costs, enabling them to reach over 2,200 people annually. Following this, in 2024, we made a second grant to support their outreach operation, helping them connect with those who may not be able to visit their centres. This funding is helping to establish a professional, visible presence in local hubs, improving their ability to serve the community even further.

Living Without Abuse Expression of Freedom Exhibition

£1,000

LWA is a domestic and sexual abuse charity providing support to men, women and children affected by domestic abuse and sexual violence across Leicestershire and Rutland.

Our grant contributed towards an exhibition showcasing domestic abuse survivor art, which was displayed at Charnwood Arts, Highcross Leicester and Coalville C.A.N.

Incredible Edible Loughborough

£465 and £125

“Incredible Edible” is a community gardening initiative that anyone can join, pick produce, and learn about healthy eating, while regenerating urban spaces and supporting biodiversity. There are seven sites across Loughborough, but the CHF granted a payment of £465 to enable the project to build four raised beds at The Corner Garden at the corner of Cambridge Street. You can follow progress via their Facebook page.

Rutland Community Ventures CIC

£1,000

Since 2019 Rutland Community Ventures CIC [RCV] has been running creative workshops for people with dementia and their carers – New Memories Creative Experiences – and we have helped many people live with this challenging diagnosis.
The money will enable them to run four craft sessions with support for carers, which includes a professional session leader, an assistant, volunteer help, room hire, a light lunch, craft materials and managing the project.

You can watch an interview with Tony Gray who talks more about what the money funded by clicking here.

Microphthalmia, Anophthalmia and Coloboma Support (MACS)

£1,000

We learned that this year 114 families in the UK will be told their babies have no eyes, small eyes, or a cleft in the eye. Many of them will have additional health challenges and be told there’s no hope that their child will ever see. MACS is the UK’s only charity specifically supporting children and adults born with Microphthalmia (small, underdeveloped eyes), Anophthalmia (no eyes) or Coloboma (cleft or gap in the eye structure). These rare conditions develop during pregnancy and can occur alone, with other birth defects, or as part of a syndrome, often leading to additional complex needs. Individuals also have visible differences, and wear prosthetics eyes, causing them to feel different; impacting their confidence, self-esteem, and mental health.

MACS services enable families affected by these rare conditions to connect with each other and provides access to emotional and practical support, grants, and regional activities. They receive no state funding and are reliant on charitable contributions to ensure the continuity and development of their work, and we were very pleased to be able to support them.

Leicestershire and Rutland REMAP

£1,000

REMAP provides a unique free of charge service, designing and producing custom made equipment to local disabled people, where no commercial solution is available. They are the local branch of a national charity which brings people with technical skills together to manufacture high quality aids and devices, in order that local disabled people can be more independent and have a higher quality of life. We heard from Nick, one of our Trustees, who had been involved with Remap and he explained the projects that they had been able to deliver and how this had improved the lives of disabled people in the area.

Chord Progression Music CIC

£1,000

Matt Tandy formed Chord Progression Music last year to promote positive mental health and wellbeing through music. He runs sessions run in a full band workshop style, with participants able to chose their instrument and instantly become part of a band, playing popular songs and music. The workshops welcome people of all ages (18+), and abilities. No musical experience is required as everything is taught during the sessions. The results are astounding in musical terms. The feedback from participants is 100% positive as an aid to overall wellbeing, confidence building, social bonding and cognitive benefits. Matt was looking for help to purchase equipment to enable him to continue with this important work, and we were pleased to be able to support this interesting project.

Starlight Youth Theatre

£1,300

Starlight Youth Theatre is based in Loughborough, and offers recreational performing arts classes to children and young adults aged 10-18 in Charnwood area, with the aim to foster their personal development and creativity. We heard about the work of Starlight, their productions and successes, and how they help bring out the confidence and creative skills of youngsters. Starlight applied for a grant to buy more wireless microphones to maximise the number of performers able to access this equipment. At a cost of £620 each the Trustees agreed to award a grant of £1,300 to meet the cost of two microphones.

Carer’s Trust

£1,000

The Carers Trust supports unpaid carers across the UK, providing them with the resources and guidance needed to manage their roles while maintaining their wellbeing. In 2024, the Chesterton House Foundation awarded a grant to help fund a series of workshops and events aimed at improving the mental health and resilience of local carers in the local area. This grant is contributing to the Trust’s ongoing efforts to offer vital support and respite, ensuring that carers feel seen, valued, and equipped to continue their crucial work.

All Saint’s Parish Church

£1,000

All Saints Parish Church, Loughborough, received a grant from the Chesterton House Foundation to contribute to the restoration of the church’s south roof. This vital funding is supporting the preservation of the building, particularly the Burton Chapel, which serves as a key space for children’s activities and community gatherings. The grant will help the church continue to provide vital services to local families, support the choir and music programmes, and expand its community activities. The restoration of the roof will also enable future sustainability efforts, such as the installation of solar panels and green initiatives, ensuring the church remains a central hub for the local community for generations to come.

Jasmine’s Legacy of Dreams

£1,000

Jasmine’s Legacy of Dreams Charity was founded in memory of Jasmine Moseley to support young cancer patients across the East Midlands. The Chesterton House Foundation awarded a grant to the charity to help fund activities and experiences for young people facing cancer, particularly aimed at improving their wellbeing and mental health during treatment. This funding allows the charity to provide grants for family holidays, memorable events, and essential equipment that makes a difference at a time when young people are most vulnerable.

Charnwood Eco Hub

£1,000

Charnwood Eco Hub is a community-driven project that promotes sustainability, creativity, and collaboration among residents of Charnwood. The Chesterton House Foundation awarded a £1,000 grant to help the Eco Hub develop its exciting new “library of things,” scrapstore, and workshop space. This grant will go towards purchasing essential tools and equipment, ensuring the hub is fully equipped to serve the community’s needs. By offering a space where people can borrow tools, share resources, and learn new skills, Charnwood Eco Hub aims to foster a culture of reuse, reduce waste, and provide cost-effective solutions for DIY, crafting, and other community activities.

Broomleys Cricket Club

£1,000

Broomleys Cricket Club in Coalville, Leicestershire, has been awarded £1,000 funding that will be used to purchase a new sight screen, ensuring the club meets the requirements for Division 1 of the Leicester and Rutland Cricket League. This is part of the club’s ongoing development, which includes the introduction of women’s and junior cricket. With the club’s First Team now competing at a higher level, the new sight screen will help maintain a safe and professional environment for all players.

North Notts Hockey Club

£1,000

The Chesterton House Foundation is pleased to support North Notts Hockey Club with a £1,000 grant to help improve their facilities in Mansfield Woodhouse. After successfully regaining access to their pitch, the club is now focused on enhancing the site to make it accessible to the wider community. The funding will contribute to vital improvements, including new dugouts, spectator coverings, storage, and training equipment. North Notts Hockey Club’s facility is the only suitable pitch in the Mansfield district for hockey and is working towards making the space available for other local sports, promoting health and wellbeing for all.

Charnwood Arts

£1,000

Charnwood Arts, based in Loughborough, has been awarded a £1,000 grant from the Chesterton House Foundation to launch Grieve, Breathe, Create, a creative initiative supporting those affected by grief. In partnership with artist Sam Berry, this project will offer six sessions that use creativity as a tool for emotional healing, culminating in an exhibition. The grant will fund artist fees, materials, and travel, ensuring the sessions are accessible to the local community. This project will not only benefit participants directly but also provide lasting support through the shared artwork and experiences of grief.

Charnwood Toy Library

£1,000

We’ve been pleased to support the Charnwood Toy Library as it settles into its new home at Fearon Hall in Loughborough. Previously based in Shepshed, the move offers an opportunity to reach a wider community, particularly families who may not have had access to a Toy Library before. Run by a small team of experienced volunteers, the library provides affordable access to toys and play resources at a time when many families are feeling the strain. It’s a practical, community-led initiative that’s making a real difference to local families.

The Bodie Hodges Foundation

£1,000

We’re honoured to support the Bodie Hodges Foundation, which provides specialist bereavement services to families who have lost a baby or child. Based in Leicester, the Foundation offers a safe and supportive space where families can begin to process their grief, access counselling, and connect with others who understand what they’re going through. Drawing from lived experience, their work ensures that no family has to face such a profound loss alone, and that help is available when it’s needed most.

Darts For All

£500

We’re proud to support Darts For All, a new community-led project in Loughborough that’s using darts as a way to bring people together in a welcoming and inclusive space. The sessions are open to everyone, with a particular focus on those who may feel excluded from traditional pub or club settings — including people in recovery, wheelchair users, and those living with anxiety. It’s a simple idea with a big impact: using shared activity to reduce isolation and build confidence in a fun and social environment.

1st Nanpantan Scout Group

£960

We’re delighted to support 1st Nanpantan Scout Group, a thriving and long-established group in Loughborough, helping over 160 young people each week develop lifelong skills through fun, adventure and friendship. The group is currently building new, fully accessible facilities, due to open in summer 2025, and we’re pleased to be contributing towards bike stands to support active, sustainable travel.

Encouraging cycling is part of their wider commitment to environmental responsibility and healthy living – values they promote through hands-on learning, such as road safety and bike maintenance sessions. The new stands will benefit not just Scouts, but also other community groups who will use the new space.