RBWM Innovation Fund Project

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Please Note: The Innovation Fund is not currently open and we are not accepting applications at this time.


Since 2022, the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead and NHS Frimley have supported over 50 unique community-led projects through the RBWM Innovation Fund. Around £150,000 has been awarded to community groups across the Borough over five stages of the Fund.


Projects must focus on 1 of the 4 areas below in line with the 4 key priorities within the RBWM's Health & Wellbeing Strategy 2026-2036

  1. Improving access to services to better people’s health
  2. Social isolation & loneliness
  3. Health prevention to reduce risk factors
  4. Reduce mental or physical health inequalities

Key information:

  • Project ideas must be sustainable. We will not consider one-off events or projects.
  • All project ideas will be reviewed by a panel consisting of representatives from the council, NHS Frimley and the voluntary & community sector.
  • To find out about projects that have been funded in the past, please look at the “Project Updates” tab below.
  • Please read through our guidelines (can be found under the Documents tab on the right hand side) before applying
  • Successful applicants will be required to submit monthly project updates and final case study towards the end of their project.

How to apply:

Download the application form on the right-hand side of the page, fill out, and email to Gemma Burgin: Gemma.Burgin@RBWM.gov.uk

Feel free to also share a brief description of your project idea using the tool below, and like / comment on other ideas.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING YOUR IDEAS!



Please Note: The Innovation Fund is not currently open and we are not accepting applications at this time.


Since 2022, the Royal Borough of Windsor & Maidenhead and NHS Frimley have supported over 50 unique community-led projects through the RBWM Innovation Fund. Around £150,000 has been awarded to community groups across the Borough over five stages of the Fund.


Projects must focus on 1 of the 4 areas below in line with the 4 key priorities within the RBWM's Health & Wellbeing Strategy 2026-2036

  1. Improving access to services to better people’s health
  2. Social isolation & loneliness
  3. Health prevention to reduce risk factors
  4. Reduce mental or physical health inequalities

Key information:

  • Project ideas must be sustainable. We will not consider one-off events or projects.
  • All project ideas will be reviewed by a panel consisting of representatives from the council, NHS Frimley and the voluntary & community sector.
  • To find out about projects that have been funded in the past, please look at the “Project Updates” tab below.
  • Please read through our guidelines (can be found under the Documents tab on the right hand side) before applying
  • Successful applicants will be required to submit monthly project updates and final case study towards the end of their project.

How to apply:

Download the application form on the right-hand side of the page, fill out, and email to Gemma Burgin: Gemma.Burgin@RBWM.gov.uk

Feel free to also share a brief description of your project idea using the tool below, and like / comment on other ideas.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO HEARING YOUR IDEAS!


Project Updates

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  • Share Do you enjoy walking and meeting new people? on Facebook Share Do you enjoy walking and meeting new people? on Twitter Share Do you enjoy walking and meeting new people? on Linkedin Email Do you enjoy walking and meeting new people? link

    Do you enjoy walking and meeting new people?

    by Helen Park, almost 3 years ago


    We would like to increase the number of walk leaders and walking opportunities available within our local community to support our residents and give everyone an opportunity to access FREE local walks to help improve their health and wellbeing.

    If you like walking, enjoy meeting new people and would be interested in leading a regular community walk, we would love to hear from you!

    Our next Ramblers Wellbeing Walks Leader Training is taking place on Tuesday 20th June.

    If you would be interested in becoming a walk leader or would like further information, please contact Helen Park via helen@maidenheadunitedfc.org


    We would like to increase the number of walk leaders and walking opportunities available within our local community to support our residents and give everyone an opportunity to access FREE local walks to help improve their health and wellbeing.

    If you like walking, enjoy meeting new people and would be interested in leading a regular community walk, we would love to hear from you!

    Our next Ramblers Wellbeing Walks Leader Training is taking place on Tuesday 20th June.

    If you would be interested in becoming a walk leader or would like further information, please contact Helen Park via helen@maidenheadunitedfc.org

  • Share Blokes Losing Timber Walk & Talk on Facebook Share Blokes Losing Timber Walk & Talk on Twitter Share Blokes Losing Timber Walk & Talk on Linkedin Email Blokes Losing Timber Walk & Talk link

    Blokes Losing Timber Walk & Talk

    by JonDavey, almost 3 years ago


    Blokes Losing Timber (BLT) is about helping men lose “timber” in whatever shape that comes.

    • You might want to lose a few pounds by walking regularly
    • There is lots of talk around men’s mental health and exercise being good for that
    • Work may be proving elusive or you may have too much on
    • Come and share your struggles, others may have ideas that could help
    • You might just want an excuse to get out of the housework

    This is not a professional coaching session, it’s a gathering of blokes who first and foremost, what to go for a nice walk... Continue reading


    Blokes Losing Timber (BLT) is about helping men lose “timber” in whatever shape that comes.

    • You might want to lose a few pounds by walking regularly
    • There is lots of talk around men’s mental health and exercise being good for that
    • Work may be proving elusive or you may have too much on
    • Come and share your struggles, others may have ideas that could help
    • You might just want an excuse to get out of the housework

    This is not a professional coaching session, it’s a gathering of blokes who first and foremost, what to go for a nice walk and perhaps have a pint after.

    Neither is it a dating agency!

    BLT is aimed at blokes, of all ages, who would like to talk about this and that while enjoying a nice walk (usually around 5 miles).

    You might not want to talk, preferring to listen… that’s fine too.

    We currently host BLT Walk & Talks 3 days a month and will run more as volunteers step up to lead the way…

    Book your place…

    2pm Saturday 3rd June – Meet at Alexandra Gardens bandstand

    10am Tuesday 13th June – Meet at Two Brewers, Park Street, Windsor

    12pm Thursday 22nd June – Meet at Swan Pub, Mill Lane, Clewer


  • Share Mamas and Dadas of RBWM on Facebook Share Mamas and Dadas of RBWM on Twitter Share Mamas and Dadas of RBWM on Linkedin Email Mamas and Dadas of RBWM link

    Mamas and Dadas of RBWM

    by MADOR, almost 3 years ago

    Our parents group is now up and running in Datchet. Meeting weekly, our little community is growing and we have new parents joining regularly. Tea, coffee, biscuits and a sympathetic ear are a good starting point, but we are looking at providing additional support through guests speakers such as GPs, dentists, dieticians and more.

    Our parents group is now up and running in Datchet. Meeting weekly, our little community is growing and we have new parents joining regularly. Tea, coffee, biscuits and a sympathetic ear are a good starting point, but we are looking at providing additional support through guests speakers such as GPs, dentists, dieticians and more.

  • Share Chair Yoga Update on Facebook Share Chair Yoga Update on Twitter Share Chair Yoga Update on Linkedin Email Chair Yoga Update link

    Chair Yoga Update

    by UnwindYS, almost 3 years ago
    So nice to read all the updates of sponsored projects in the community!


    We are continuing to see the chair yoga project in Cookham thrive, it's 9 months since we started and the students have formed such a lovely community, bringing along friends and visitors, too.


    Hope everyone is enjoying the BH weekend!

    Sandra

    So nice to read all the updates of sponsored projects in the community!


    We are continuing to see the chair yoga project in Cookham thrive, it's 9 months since we started and the students have formed such a lovely community, bringing along friends and visitors, too.


    Hope everyone is enjoying the BH weekend!

    Sandra

  • Share The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. on Facebook Share The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. on Twitter Share The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. on Linkedin Email The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. link

    The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre.

    by The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club, almost 3 years ago

    Our Lunch Club members enjoying their afternoon cream tea for the King's Coronation. We held the cream tea on a Friday, as well as our regular lunch club on a Thursday, meaning our members had another social outing that week. The Club helps to prevent loneliness and build friendships between the elderly members of our local community.




    Our Lunch Club members enjoying their afternoon cream tea for the King's Coronation. We held the cream tea on a Friday, as well as our regular lunch club on a Thursday, meaning our members had another social outing that week. The Club helps to prevent loneliness and build friendships between the elderly members of our local community.




  • Share The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. on Facebook Share The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. on Twitter Share The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. on Linkedin Email The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. link

    The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre.

    by The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club, about 3 years ago

    Some of our male members enjoying their 2-course dinner and afternoon out at the Jolly Codgers Lunch Club. The Club helps them to battle loneliness and build friendships in their local community.

    Some of our male members enjoying their 2-course dinner and afternoon out at the Jolly Codgers Lunch Club. The Club helps them to battle loneliness and build friendships in their local community.

  • Share Wellbeing Walks on Facebook Share Wellbeing Walks on Twitter Share Wellbeing Walks on Linkedin Email Wellbeing Walks link

    Wellbeing Walks

    by Helen Park, about 3 years ago

    Our first Wellbeing Walk Leader training was held in February, and we are pleased to confirm that a second date has now been added. This will be held on Tuesday 20th June from 10am – 2pm.

    Regular walking has huge benefits for individuals both physically and mentally and we want to increase opportunities available for people to take part in regular organised walking groups.

    If you are a local organisation, charity or individual looking to volunteer and would be interested in leading a regular walk, please get in touch to find out more about the FREE walk leader training.

    ... Continue reading

    Our first Wellbeing Walk Leader training was held in February, and we are pleased to confirm that a second date has now been added. This will be held on Tuesday 20th June from 10am – 2pm.

    Regular walking has huge benefits for individuals both physically and mentally and we want to increase opportunities available for people to take part in regular organised walking groups.

    If you are a local organisation, charity or individual looking to volunteer and would be interested in leading a regular walk, please get in touch to find out more about the FREE walk leader training.

    For further information or to book a place on the June training date please email: helen@maidenheadunitedfc.org

  • Share The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. on Facebook Share The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. on Twitter Share The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. on Linkedin Email The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre. link

    The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club at the Woodlands Park Village Centre.

    by The Jolly Codgers Lunch Club, about 3 years ago

    The members enjoying another 2-course dinner and afternoon out at the Jolly Codgers Lunch Club. The Club helps to prevent loneliness and build friendships between the elderly members of our local community.


    The members enjoying another 2-course dinner and afternoon out at the Jolly Codgers Lunch Club. The Club helps to prevent loneliness and build friendships between the elderly members of our local community.


  • Share Savvy Slow cooking update on Facebook Share Savvy Slow cooking update on Twitter Share Savvy Slow cooking update on Linkedin Email Savvy Slow cooking update link

    Savvy Slow cooking update

    by Danielle, about 3 years ago

    Yesterday saw the last session of 6 weeks for the pilot slow cooker course in Dedworth & Clewer, Windsor.

    Everyone attending received a free Slow cooker, recipes and a meal pack each week. There were extra carrots from the Sawyers Close community garden too.

    We had 20 regular attendees and amazing feedback, here are some of the comments residents made:

    “Great course, I have looked forward to attending each week.”

    “I really enjoyed taking part and it's nice to meet new people. I would highly recommend to other people to do the course.”

    “I did not realise you could cook... Continue reading

    Yesterday saw the last session of 6 weeks for the pilot slow cooker course in Dedworth & Clewer, Windsor.

    Everyone attending received a free Slow cooker, recipes and a meal pack each week. There were extra carrots from the Sawyers Close community garden too.

    We had 20 regular attendees and amazing feedback, here are some of the comments residents made:

    “Great course, I have looked forward to attending each week.”

    “I really enjoyed taking part and it's nice to meet new people. I would highly recommend to other people to do the course.”

    “I did not realise you could cook so many things in the slow cooker from sweet to savoury, that was a surprise for me.”

    “I have learnt how to use new spices to me. How to use slow cooker. How to mix different vegetables in one dish.”

    “Course was well run, I enjoyed being part of a group. I am looking forward to the whatsapp group continuing”.

    “My favourite thing to make was Banana bread I made it first time and it turned out perfect.”

    The Chicken Risotto and Banana bread were by far the favourites recipes and the group have set up a WhatsApp group to continue the learning and sharing of

    recipes too!



  • Share Eton Coffee and Catch Up on Facebook Share Eton Coffee and Catch Up on Twitter Share Eton Coffee and Catch Up on Linkedin Email Eton Coffee and Catch Up link

    Eton Coffee and Catch Up

    about 3 years ago

    Quotes from the Eton Coffee and Catch up ;

    • “It is great to get back from spending some weeks with my family and reconnecting with friends at Coffee and Catch Up”.
    • “I like to come every Tuesday as it that is my daily outing that day”
    • “I’ve heard there will be a Toddler group starting soon. I love reading to my grandchildren and I want to volunteer to do that if I’m allowed to, when the Toddler group starts”

    Quotes from the Eton Coffee and Catch up ;

    • “It is great to get back from spending some weeks with my family and reconnecting with friends at Coffee and Catch Up”.
    • “I like to come every Tuesday as it that is my daily outing that day”
    • “I’ve heard there will be a Toddler group starting soon. I love reading to my grandchildren and I want to volunteer to do that if I’m allowed to, when the Toddler group starts”
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