Theme 3 Scheme B Sports, Local Culture and Heritage - Scheme 3B – Sports, Local Culture and Heritage

Overview

We are committed to enabling residents to benefit from the sporting and cultural opportunities that exist in the borough. People from Black, Asian & Multi-Ethnic communities, women, and girls have not always been able to access sporting and cultural activities that address their specific needs. There is therefore a need to widen the range of opportunities to participate in these activities.

Outcomes

The outcome we want to achieve through this scheme are:

  • Increased engagement in physical activities and sport, particularly by young girls, women and people from Black, Asian & Multi-Ethnic communities
  • Enabling residents to take part in arts and culture activities for the first time
  • Improved health outcomes - both physical and mental - and confidence through participation in physical activities, sport and cultural activities.

Priorities

14 organisations (14 projects – 13 GREEN, 1 AMBER) delivering activities to meet the following priorities:

  • Promoting local culture and heritage
  • Promoting sports activity

Projects

A total of £1,121,529worth of projects have been funded under MCGP Theme 3 Scheme B to deliver projects until 31st March 2027. Below are the list of projects which have been funded.

Organisation name

Project Title

Project description

Amount (£)  (Total 41 Months)

Magic Me

CREATIVE MIX

This project consist of programme of relationship building, arts workshops and creative events that will bring older and younger residents together, increasing individuals’ confidence and wellbeing, building connections across different faiths, cultures and backgrounds, through creativity and the arts.

 

136,523

Osmani Trust

OC Active – Community Sports & Health Project

OC Active – Community Sports & Health Project provides access to regular sports provision for BAME communities including young girls, women, young adults and men over 45.  The programme aims to support local people to become Volunteer Champions promoting sports and healthy living.

 

136,667

Vallance Community Sports Association

SEND Health & Wellbeing Project (Adults)

This project includes a programme of weekly sports and physical activities and a social club for Adults (18 years and above) with special educational needs and disabilities for the purpose of increasing sports participation, improving health and wellbeing (including mental health), and reducing loneliness, isolation and exclusion.

 

85,417

Platform Cricket (Tower Hamlets Youth Sport Foundation)

Platform Cricket Hubs: Bethnal Green, Bow, Isle of Dogs, Poplar, Stepney, Wapping & Whitechapel

This project includes established "pop up" cricket clubs at 7 locations across the borough, providing access for children, particularly those under-represented groups such as girls, ethnic minorities, and those from low-income backgrounds to utilise cricket to support personal and social development outcomes.

 

85,417

Half Moon Young People's Theatre

Professional Theatre and Inclusive Participatory Drama for Young People

Professional Theatre and Inclusive Participatory Drama for Young People includes activities for ages 0-18 (or 25 for disabled young people) from all backgrounds and abilities from across Tower Hamlets, with free access support for anyone with needs/disabilities.

 

85,417

Shadwell Basin Outdoor Activity Centre (Also Known as ELMV Shadwell Basin Project)

Discover Adventure Sport Project

The ‘Discover Adventure Sports Projec’ uses outdoor and adventure activities as a vehicle to, both increase the engagement of girls in sports and improve health outcomes for inactive young people.

 

31,755

Outside Edge Theatre Company

East London Drop-in Drama and Write Now

East London Drop-in Drama and East London Write Now provides free, accessible arts-based activities for vulnerable Tower Hamlets residents affected by addiction. It aims to help improve their health and wellbeing and prevent relapse.

 

85,417

Wapping Youth Services

FitLife: Wellness Through Sports

FitLife: Wellness Through Sports initiative is a project that promotes improved health and well-being of residents. Through targeted activities, the project aims to foster engagement, physical and mental wellness, and a sense of pride in the diverse cultural community for all the residents of Tower Hamlets.

 

85,417

Four Corners

East End Stories

“East End Stories” provides residents with the opportunity to participate in a programme of training and cultural activities, with an aim to encourage them to make films about their local community’s history and culture.

 

68,333

Udichi Shilpi Gosthi

Udichi Performing Arts and Festival Project

UDICHI Performing Arts/Festival Project works with Tower Hamlets Bangladeshi community increasing access and participation in cultural events focusing on Bengali & other cultures/heritages.

 

64,917

Bromley By Bow Community Organisation

BBBCO Sporting Community

BBBCO Sporting Community provides sporting sessions to young people to improve their physical and mental health; develop their personal skills and social connections.

 

51,250

Kayd Somali Arts & Culture

Tower Hamlets in Focus: Somali Arts Project

Tower Hamlets in Focus: Somali Arts Project includes

celebrating and showcasing Somali arts and culture in Tower Hamlets through a series of engaging events featuring a family weekend, a captivating documentary highlighting the historical significance of Somalis in East London, and a commissioned British-Somali play.

 

68,333

Ocean Youth Connexions

Physical Health and fitness programmes

Physical Health and fitness programmes  includes sessions for young girls from the BAME communities, a BAME men’s cycling activity and a weekend football programme that addresses social exclusions.

 

68,333

South Poplar and Limehouse Action for Secure Housing (SPLASH)

SPLASH Sports and Play clubs

SPLASH Play offers free supervised play and sport provisions for children aged 5-13. Playworkers nurture creativity, empowering kids to explore their imagination, learn, and flourish in a safe, friendly space.

 

68,333