🌱 Together We Thrive – A Community-Led Journey of Growth and Connection
New £346,100 Lottery-Funded Project to Help Local Community Thrive
The Intact Centre is delighted to announce the launch of Together We Thrive, a four-year community-led initiative made possible through a generous grant of £346,100 from The National Lottery Community Fund.
This significant investment will allow The Intact Centre to support 2,500 local people, improving wellbeing, reducing isolation, and increasing opportunities for personal development, volunteering, and employment.
At the heart of the project are two key roles: a Project Manager overseeing the delivery of all activities, and a Volunteer Manager responsible for recruiting, mentoring, and training volunteers—using the organisation’s community café as a vibrant hub for connection and learning.
“We believe people know what their communities need better than anyone,” said Stephanie Parramore, Deputy CEO and Project Manager. “Together We Thrive has been shaped with local voices and will build on the strengths and ideas of the community itself.”
Expected Impact
For 2,500 Beneficiaries:
- 75% will form new friendships and social connections.
- 80% will report improved mental wellbeing and increased physical activity.
- 70% will gain new skills, with 50% progressing into volunteering or employment.
For 150 Volunteers and Staff:
- 80% will enhance their skills and confidence.
- 70% will feel more valued through recognition and support.
- 60% will gain practical experience and qualifications to boost employability.
For the Organisation:
- A 50% increase in volunteer recruitment and retention, with 120 new volunteers expected.
- A 35% improvement in service quality and delivery through targeted training.
For the Wider Community:
- A 50% increase in residents using the café and Centre.
- At least 50% of residents engaged in inclusive community and cultural events.
Putting Communities First
Together We Thrive is committed to involving people from the outset, building on local strengths, and creating strong connections across the community.
Thanks to funding from National Lottery players, the project will create lasting, positive change in Ingol, Tanterton and Cottam as well as the wider Preston area—supporting individuals to thrive and building a more connected, resilient community.
Through Together We Thrive, we are committed to:
✅ Involving people and communities from the start
✅ Building on people’s strengths and lived experiences
✅ Connecting people to one another and to opportunities
This is more than a project—it’s a shared journey toward connection, opportunity, and community wellbeing. We extend our heartfelt thanks to The National Lottery Community Fund and to everyone who is helping make this vision a reality.
Let’s thrive—together.