Derby Kids Camp
www.derbykidscamp.co.uk
Derby Kids Camp is a great value and inspirational collective! From childhood, what remains when you're older are the big memories such as holidays. We've never seen a child who doesn't look as though they're having the time of their lives. The enormous level of hard work, energy and fun put in by both committee behind the scenes and the merry band of volunteers is truly impressive.
All 100% volunteer led, going 35 years and takes 300 kids every year needing a break camping for a week of fabulous fun. The children invited on DKC holidays are nominated by the Derby City schools, rather than chosen by ourselves. Each school is given a number of children's places and their nominations are based on those children they feel would most benefit from a holiday.
Have a look at the programme, go volunteer, you will be entertained and inspired.

In 2016 Cosy purchased a farm and campsite in the heart of the Peak District to be used as a permanent home for DKC. The purchase ended a year of grave uncertainty for the local children's charity, after the field they have camped on for over 30 years was put up for sale following the death of the previous owner, John Wint. Cosy stepped in and secured the site weeks before camp was due to be built, giving Derby Kids’ Camp the security of a permanent home for many years to come.

http://www.derbykidscamp.co.uk/news/view/cosy-celebrates-5-years-with-a-birthday-gift-for-derby-kids-camp
Balsam Family Project
www.balsamfamilyproject.co.uk
In 2009 We provided £1000 on a 3 year support programme in support of inspirational founder Alex Walker. The amazing Balsam Family College team of the Greigs and Alex amongst many others are dedicated to breaking the cycle of deprivation through providing a safe stop, pass on childcare and family building techniques for young inexperienced parents to help those seeking independence. Really impressive, open to visitors every Wednesday, well worth a pop in.
These are just some of the many many programmes going on in the local environment. we all know 'local and small' is the source of so much goodness as any nursery or primary school will tell you!