Installing patio furniture and planters will create a welcoming space for the sheltered housing residents, encouraging socialising, reducing isolation, and supporting wellbeing and community spirit.The residents of Morrison Gardens Sheltered Housing complex would like to improve the communal patio area by purchasing patio furniture and planters to create a more welcoming and accessible outdoor environment. Residents will be able to come together to relax, connect with others, and enjoy time out

We are applying for £2000 to purchase a range of sensory equipment to run a sensory circuits group within Ayr Academy; including Yoga ball, Yoga mat, Trampette, Skipping Ropes, Balancing steps, Wobble Board, Bean Bags, Exercise Hoop, Weighted lap pad/blanket, Therapy Bands, rocking chair/hammock, Fidget toys, Sensory Lighting, Signage and Visual prompts, Timers etc.

The Iris Ayr will open an accessible community studio space in the former Borderline Theatre building. This will provide a safe and friendly community space for residents of Ayr North and beyond, reaching all across South Ayrshire. The building will provide a home for exciting new artistic activity, including workshops, film screenings, dance performances, intimate theatre, gallery space and a venue to share experiences and tell the stories of our diverse communities.

Community Gift Exchange SCIO proposes to refurbish and distribute 10 bikes to adults living in the area who would like to enjoy the health and wellbeing, and cost saving benefits of riding a bike but, impacted by the cost of living crisis, are not able to afford to buy a safe and affordable bike themselves. Producing the bikes in our Ayr based Cycle Works also provides additional training and inclusion volunteering opportunities for young people, people with disabilities, and retired people.

Our playground projects will benefit all of our pupils and the wider community with socialising and health and well being to enhance our school which is the heart of the community. This would also be a great piece of equipment for our SEN pupils.

New kayaking equipment and pontoon ladder will allow us to safely expand boating activities for more of our cadets, supporting youth development for years to come and community engagement.

Youth Work: Provides safe, youth focused wellbeing tools that boost confidence, reduce anxiety and encourage peer sharing. Adult & Family Learning: Teaches self-help skills journaling, mindfulness techniques and creative expression. Community Development: Builds connections between young carers and local mental-health partners through resource referrals.

We want to ensure that our hub has facilities that allows us to offer a range of activities for young people and adults. Our work at Whitletts and particularly in the hub will support all the priorities from the CLD Plan. We will have activities and drops in for adults, young people and volunteers and we will provide support with financial wellbeing/ inclusion including fuel and food poverty support.