After many years of fundraising and delivering a wide range of activities for all ages, the Directors of Broughton Community Partnership CiC took the tough decision to close in late 2024.
Legacy Lives on
Broughton Community Partnership was known for its lunch clubs and community-wide events. These included Halloween celebrations, Christmas gatherings, and summer BBQs and fairs. Their legacy lives on through a final gift of £11,304 raised through years of hard work, now reinvested to benefit the local community.
To ensure their remaining funds continued to benefit local people, the Directors Sandra Williams, Irene Thompson and Eva Jones invited AVOW (Association of Voluntary Organisations in Wrexham) to support its dissolution and oversee the distribution of funds to community groups.
The Partnership Directors were clear in their legacy: that the funds should support all members of the community and continue to provide diverse opportunities. The funds will support a wide range of activities and events in Brynteg and beyond. The money will bring new opportunities to residents. These include camping equipment to a collection of Lego sets for the popular Brynteg Library Lego Club,
More Opportunities
Sue Mort, representing 1st Moss Scout Group, said, “We bought new camping equipment and first-aid kits. We hope to use the money to subsidise youngsters without the means to experience the outdoors.” Similarly, Catriona Kempster, representing 1st Brynteg Guides Rainbows and Brownies, mentioned that the money will “open up a lot more opportunities to the girls through travel and outdoor experiences”
Friends of Moss Valley will use the funds to restart activities that have been on hold since COVID. With fundraising paused, they were unable to maintain their insurance coverage, further limiting their operations. This funding will allow them to secure essential insurance and resume activities across the Moss Valley.
Ian Pope of the Rainbow Foundation was keenly aware of the difficulties faced by the Brynteg community. He said, ‘We are gathering feedback so we can be creative in finding ways to bring people together”. Community Agent, Claire Partridge, will work with them and other local people and organisations to respond directly to their needs.
National Brick Event
The Brynteg Library Lego group has used the money to purchase £500 worth of Lego for their enthusiasts. They were even able to take members to the National Brick Event at Wrexham University earlier in the year.
The following organisations benefited from the distribution of funds:
- 1st Moss Scout Group purchased an enhanced first-aid kit, along with much-needed tents and Kelly kettles, for future trips.
- Friends of Moss Valley were able to maintain existing equipment and cover volunteer insurance for the year ahead.
- The Girl Guides, Rainbows and Brownies invested in camping equipment and, importantly, transport for their forthcoming trips.
- The Rainbow Foundation will use its funds to provide activities and support for over-50s in the local area. There will also be ongoing community engagement to identify key priorities.
- Brynteg Library’s Lego Club, a much-loved group attracting three generations of families, received new Lego sets. They also enjoyed a trip to the Wrexham Brick Festival earlier this summer.
- AVOW Young Influencers is a group of young people who oversee grants for and by youth and youth projects.
Irene and Eva were delighted that the funds would find their way back into the community. Jo Young, Grants and Funding Officer for AVOW, said, “It was a pleasure to work with the Directors of the Partnership and understand the passion behind their fundraising. It was truly a multi-generational, family-led effort that has greatly benefited the area. It is fantastic that the Directors leave a lasting legacy for such a diverse range of people and groups.”
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