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Campaign for Sure Start
So you’ve heard that your local Sure Start Children’s Centre is under threat. Maybe it’s been in the local news, you’ve spoken to another parent or member of staff, or you’ve heard about a public consultation.
The good news is that there are numerous examples from across the UK of concerned parents, staff and local people getting together to save Sure Start Children’s Centres. Now, with Daycare Trust and Unison’s online campaign guide and resources, you can too!
Use the links below to access our online campaign guide and resources, they are easy to read and will get you started in no time.
Apply for a grant
Campaigning can be expensive. Leaflets, transport, phone calls and childcare all cost money. That’s why Daycare Trust and Unison have decided to start a grants scheme to support parents campaigning to save their local Sure Start Children’s Centre.
Your campaign group can use the forms below to apply for a grant of up to £800 to spend on campaign costs.
FAQ's about the Sure Start campaign grant
Up to ten grants will be awarded to the best applications in January, February, March and April. Applications will be judged on the nature of your campaign group, your local situation and what you plan to spend any money received on. Email your completed form to press@daycaretrust.org.uk or alternatively post it to Sure Start Campaign, Daycare Trust, 2nd Floor, Novas Contemporary Urban Centre, 73-81 Southwark Bridge Road, London, SE1 0NQ. To be considered for that month your application should arrive by the 15th. All funding for the grants has been kindly provided by Unison, the public service union.
Sign up
Don’t forget to join in the campaign and share ideas online by signing up on Facebook and on Twitter @SOSurestart.
Be in touch
We want to hear your stories. If you want to ralk about any aspect of your campaign, need advice on a particular issue, or have any further questions please do not hesitate to contact Daycare Trust. Telephone: 020 7940 7525 Email: press@daycaretrust.org.uk
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