Local charities, large and small, make a phenomenal contribution to our area – we estimate that they contribute £158 million a year to the local economy. The impact of their work is clear but they also face challenges. CAN are here to champion them – our Community Heroes.
If you know a group that should be in the spotlight, contact Hannah.Rees@can100.org who will talk you through the quick and easy process.
Helping Young Minds
Our mission is for every young mind to have the skills and confidence to conquer life’s challenges
The Chatterboxes
A youth action project run by young disabled people in Bournemouth, Poole and Christchurch
Unity in Vision
Uniting people from diverse cultures to work cooperatively to benefit the communities of Bournemouth
Helpful Hounds Assistance Dogs
Providing specially trained Assistance Dogs to young people and their families
Space Youth Project
Welcoming all young gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender and questioning (LGBT+) people across Dorset
Volunteers Week 2021
To celebrate, four charities have been chosen this month, to shine a spotlight on their amazing volunteers
Home-Start South East Dorset
Helping parents create a happy and healthy environment for their children and themselves
The Shine Project
Supporting young people to improve their physical and mental health
Your Planet Doctors
A group of like-minded individuals who are passionate about protecting the health of our planet
Truth Be Told
The very first of our Community Heroes in the Spotlight is an intergenerational storytelling project