Community Foundation

🌞 4 WEEKS FREE SUMMER HOLIDAY ACTIVITY SCHEME 2026 🌞

Make this summer one to remember with exciting activities, new friendships and plenty of fun along the way!

Our Summer Holiday Scheme will again be running in Lozells and Small Heath in Birmingham.

The scheme is open to boys and girls aged 5-16 and will offer professional sports coaching, martial arts, water activities, Xbox Kenetic KO competition, computer coding classes, arts & crafts and energiser games, as well as fun day trips! 🏀🥋🚣

The Day Trips will be open to book for children who attend all the days on time and are of good behaviour and will be offered on first come first served basis. Day trip times, locations, and fees will be announced in due time.

Location & Dates/Times

➡️ LOZELLS: 20 St Silas Square (off Church Street), B19 1QW

🗓️Tuesday 21 July to Friday 24 July, then every Monday to Wednesday until 13 August
🕐 9am – 12.45pm for children aged 5-9 years old. Breakfast will be provided.
🕐 1.15pm – 5pm for children aged 10-16 years old. Lunch will be provided.

➡️ SMALL HEATH: Darul Uloom High School, 525 Coventry Road, B10 0LL

🗓️Tuesday 21 July to Thursday 23 July, then every Monday to Wednesday until 12 August and a final date at Monday 17th of August
🕐 9am – 12.45pm for children aged 5-9 years old. Breakfast will be provided.
🕐 1.15pm – 4.45pm for children aged 10-16 years old. Lunch will be provided.

Free snacks provided throughout the day!

⚠️ Please make sure children wear loose clothing, trainers (no open toed shoes) and that they bring a bag and plenty of water.

✍️ Registration required, please complete online booking form on https://tinyurl.com/32vxz94v by SUNDAY 5th JULY 2026!

❗ There are limited spaces so we will function on a First Come First Served basis.

For further info visit our website at:
https://www.thecommunityfoundation.org.uk/children-and-youth/holiday-activity-scheme

Email:
[email protected]

Tel:
0121 312 0135

✨ TALENT QUEST: BE SEEN. BE HEARD. ✨

Do you have a talent that you can show or for people to hear? We are on a quest to find young people up to the age of 30 with a talent that deserves recognition.

Your talent could be in singing, dancing, music, spoken word artists, comedy, magic, cultural performance, street entertainment or physical skills like acrobatics, Martial Arts etc., or any other talent you are ready to showcase!

Entry is free, simply record a 60 second video of your talent and upload it to along with your application form and video on https://tinyurl.com/2s343vbk .

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🏅 All finalists will:

• Join a pool of paid talent for performance opportunities at events across the country 👯

• Be part of a peer network to support each other and further develop your talent 🤝

• Receive a FREE 6-month Vodafone SIM card with: - 40GB data per month - Unlimited calls - Unlimited texts 📱

🏆 Winners will additionally:

• Perform in front of an audience of 400 people at the 14th Community Inspiration Awards in Birmingham in September 2026 🙌

• Be entered as a finalist in the Cultural Heritage & Arts Award 🏅

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Whether you perform on stage, in the street, at community events, or from the comfort of your own home, this is your opportunity to be discovered.

Don't let your talent go unseen. Take the first step today.

SUBMIT BEFORE CLOSING DATE: Sunday 12th July 2026

World Refugee Day 🤍🌍

Saturday, 20th June 2026

Today, we stand in solidarity with millions of people around the world who have been forced to flee their homes due to conflict, persecution, and crisis. Behind every statistic is a story of courage, resilience, and hope.

Malala Yousafzai said, “We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back… and no one should be left behind, including refugees.”

No one chooses to be a refugee. Families seek safety. Children seek education. Parents seek dignity and opportunity. It is our collective responsibility to ensure they are met with compassion — not barriers. 🤍🌍

Today, and every day, let us stand for protection, inclusion, and human rights for all. Together, we can build communities that welcome, support, and empower those forced to flee.

World Blood Donor Day 🩸❤️🌸
Sunday 14th June 2026

Today we celebrate the incredible generosity of blood donors - everyday heroes who give the gift of life.

Your kindness, compassion, and willingness to help strangers saves millions of lives around the world. A single donation can mean hope for patients, strength for families, and a second chance for someone in need.
Blood donors are true lifesavers.

Through your selfless act, communities grow stronger and healthier. Your generosity reminds us that even a small act of kindness can make an extraordinary difference.

As Muhammad Ali said “Service to others is the rent you pay for your room here on Earth.”

Thank you to every donor who rolls up their sleeve and gives hope to others. Your impact is priceless and deeply appreciated. ❤️🩸🌺

Today, we stand united to protect the only home we have. The climate crisis is real, it is accelerating, and it demands bold action — not tomorrow, but now.

As Greta Thunberg said: “No one is too small to make a difference.”

Every action counts. Every voice matters. From restoring forests to cutting emissions and protecting our oceans, we must choose courage over complacency.

There is no Planet B. The time to act is now. 🌱🌎

🌟 Together, we create opportunities that change lives. 🌟

Volunteers are at the heart of stronger communities. Every hour given, every skill shared, and every act of kindness helps create brighter futures.

This Volunteers’ Week, we’re celebrating the incredible people who give their time to support others and make a real difference across our communities. 💜

• Volunteer your time
• Share your skills
• Create lasting impact

Join us and be part of positive change.

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We are proud members of Neighbourhood Watch and are delighted to support the work they do in creating safer, stronger and more connected communities.

Join us in celebrating Neighbourhood Watch Week (1–7 June 2026) and recognising the incredible impact volunteers and communities make every day.

🫂 Build Connections
🤝 Support Each Other
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👥 Safer Together

Together, small actions can make a big difference. Let’s continue working together to create welcoming neighbourhoods where everyone feels safe and supported.

🌍🌈 UN World Day for Cultural Diversity for Dialogue and Development

Established by the United Nations, this day celebrates the richness of the world’s cultures and the power of dialogue to build understanding.

Diversity is strength.
Dialogue builds peace.
Inclusion drives progress.

Different languages. Different traditions. One shared humanity.

Barack Obama said - “We need to embrace our diversity because it makes us stronger and makes the world more beautiful.”
Listen. Learn. Respect. Celebrate. 🌎

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