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The Hive Thanet published their Delivery Report!8 months ago
Our mission is to create the first of its kind national bespoke social and learning centre for young people and adults with SEND. With the facility complete, this will help set up the programmes!
This is a new facility as currently there is no such facility serving children and young people with disabilities in the Thanet area and Kent, which means they struggle to access relevant education/ training and recreation opportunities outside of school hours or when they have completed their statutory schooling. This facility will enable hundreds of children, young people and adults in the local area to access a range of learning, fun and training activities, reducing social exclusion and improving physical and mental health outcomes while increasing their life chances through work experience and further education. The centre will also be accessible to all people with Special education needs or disabilitie, young and older. The site and building have already been completed. We now need to fund bringing the project to fruition and life including equipment, volunteers, staffing, workshops, education/training facilities, work experience opportunities, community events and activities.
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Why it's a great idea:
It already has 500 users a week! Gradually increasing to 1000 over the space of a year. The project will ensure that the entire SEND community has access to sports, leisure, training, horticulture and events.
Steps to get it done:
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Whoop, 50 people have pledged since fundraising began!
I've always enjoyed walking and hiking and, pre my own children, very much enjoyed walking holidays in the Lake District. Latterly fitting in hikes has been rather tricky, so when one of my sisters asked if I'd like to take part in the Yorkshire 3 Peaks challenge, (with both my sisters) I rashly said yes! While taking on this challenge I very much want to support The Hive and all their incredible work, please can you help me in this? Your generous donations will go directly to support The Hive's mission and together we can help make a real difference, thank you.
Dear friend, We’re delighted to invite you to a special event on Friday, 13th June at The Hive Thanet, Newlands Lane, Ramsgate, CT12 6RH at 11am, as a thank you for your incredible support of Foreland Fields Charity and The Hive Thanet. This event is a celebration of the impact we've made together—and a chance for you to see the results of your generosity and commitment to our mission. What to Expect: ✨ A guided tour of our brand-new, fully accessible training and activity centre, including 5 acres of outdoor space, sports, and horticulture areas ✨ Inspiring updates on how your support has made a difference ✨ Personal stories from our beneficiaries ✨ A chance to connect with other funders, supporters, and potential collaborators ✨ Drinks, light refreshments, and a warm welcome from our team Whether you’ve donated, partnered with us, or are curious about how our work could support you or your organisation, we’d love to have you with us. Spaces are limited, so please register your attendance via the link below: Please bring as many people with you as you wish! 👉 Register Here on Eventbrite https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/signin/pre-auth?referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.co.uk%2Fe%2Fthe-hive-thanet-funders-appreciation-open-event-tickets-1312577989099%3Futm-campaign%3Dsocial As parking space will be limited, please consider car pooling, public transport or alternative options like cycling. For any questions, feel free to contact Diarmuid Molloy, Director of Philanthropy, at [email protected]. We look forward to welcoming you and celebrating the amazing progress we've made thanks to your support. Warm regards, The Hive Thanet & Foreland Fields Charity Team https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/signin/pre-auth?referrer=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.co.uk%2Fe%2Fthe-hive-thanet-funders-appreciation-open-event-tickets-1312577989099%3Futm-campaign%3Dsocial
Whoop, 40 people have pledged since fundraising began!
Whoop, 30 people have pledged since fundraising began!
How will the money be spent?Target (inc. fees) £30,193
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Target (inc. fees) £30,193
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VolunteerThe Hive Thanet CIC is a not-for-profit community interest company based in Thanet, East Kent. Our purpose is to create an inclusive, accessible hub where children, young people and adults with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), older residents and those with complex lives can learn, socialise and thrive together.
We are rooted on a five-acre site that includes an accessible pavilion, horticulture areas, outdoor learning spaces, cycling track and activity zones. From this base we run a range of programmes that go beyond what statutory services can provide, focusing on wellbeing, skills, independence and community connection.
Our core activities include:
A free 55+ programme for older adults and people with disabilities, offering social, physical and creative activities that tackle isolation, poor health and frailty.
A Traineeship for 19–25-year-olds with SEND, building confidence, life skills and work readiness through real tasks in catering, hospitality, horticulture and customer service.
Autistic and SEND-specific holiday provision, giving families safe, understanding spaces where their children can access activities that are paced and adapted to their needs.
Community use of our outdoor spaces for horticulture, forest school, sport and environmental projects, many co-designed with local partners.
We work closely with local special schools, mainstream schools, social care, health professionals and voluntary sector partners across East Kent. Many of our participants are referred because they are isolated, anxious, struggling to access mainstream provision, or at risk of poor long-term health and life outcomes.
As a CIC, any surplus is reinvested back into the site and services. Our team brings together experienced education, SEND, health and youth practitioners alongside volunteers and family carers, all committed to trauma-informed, person-centred practice.
In short, The Hive Thanet exists to make sure that people who are often overlooked – particularly those with SEND and older residents in deprived parts of East Kent – have a place to belong, opportunities to grow, and real chances to improve their health, skills and quality of life.
Project Owner: The Hive Thanet CIC The Project Owner takes legal responsibility for receiving and spending the funds raised and ensuring the project is delivered.
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