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HAPPY TO CHAT BENCH

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HAPPY TO CHAT BENCH

HAPPY TO CHAT BENCH

EAST FINCHLEY COMMUNITY TRUST By EAST FINCHLEY COMMUNITY TRUST

Install a new bench on the High Street for a place for people to go and have a conversation in a bid to combat loneliness and isolation in East Finchley

Barnet Idea stage

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Install a new bench on the busy high street to encourage all demographics of the community to communicate with each other. People are invited to either just say hello or have a conversation. Those who sit on the bench show a will to interact with other members of the community.

What we'll deliver:

  • New park bench on the High street
  • Labour to install and maintain
  • Happy to chat plaque

Why it's a great idea:

Combat loneliness and isolation Improve mental health Build sense of community spirit

Steps to get it done:

  • GETTING THE PERMISSION FROM COUNCIL
  • PURCHASING THE BENCH
  • INSTALL THE BENCH
  • ARTICLE IN THE LOCAL PAPER

Combat loneliness and isolation Improve mental health Build sense of community spirit

Location Barnet

About the space

Custom Location

Council

London Borough of Barnet

How will the money be spent?Total £1,992

PARK BENCH - £1,500 (75%)
LABOUR - £250 (13%)
PLAQUE - £50 (3%)
Other - £192 (10%)

Costs Breakdown

This shows how money raised for the project will be spent. Before entering fundraising these costs will be confirmed by the project's Delivery Manager and verified by the verifier.

75%
PARK BENCH
£1,500
13%
LABOUR
£250
3%
PLAQUE
£50
10%
Other Read More
£192
  • Spacehive fees
    £90
  • Transaction Fees
    £84
  • VAT
    £18

Total £1,992

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