Fitter Finances: Investing in Health
Are you a member of a small charity, community group or non-profit organisation dedicated to promoting health and well-being?
The Fitter Finances team are excited to announce our new project that aims to enhance the financial stability and sustainability of grassroots organisations similar to yours!
About Fitter Finances: Investing in Health
Fitter Finances: Investing in Health aims to enhance the financial stability and sustainability of grassroots organisations dedicated to promoting health and well-being.
Fitter Finances is a four-year program (2023-2027) funded by The City Bridge Trust and delivered by Aston-Mansfield.
Fitter Finances Investing in Health is an innovative initiative that strives to uplift and strengthen small charities, community groups and non-profits in London, particularly emphasising those working tirelessly to enhance health and well-being. The project aims to offer valuable support and resources to promote long-term sustainability.
Sign-up to Investing in Health
By partnering with us, your organisation can benefit from a range of tailored support services and advantages:
Financial Empowerment
Our project provides customised financial planning and management support to enable your organisation to allocate resources effectively, secure funding, and plan for a sustainable future.
Capacity Building
Workshops, webinars, and one-on-one sessions to equip you with essential skills in areas such as grant writing, fundraising strategies, and program evaluation.
Resource Repository
Access a curated collection of tools, templates, and best practices that will streamline your day-to-day operations and enhance your financial resilience.
Networking Opportunities
Connect with like-minded organisations, share experiences, and foster partnerships to collaborate on initiatives that have a greater impact on the health and well-being of your community.
Join Us Today!
Don’t miss out on this opportunity to propel your organisation towards a brighter, more sustainable future.
Collaborate with Aston-Mansfield’s Fitter Finances Investing in Health to amplify the positive impact of community organisations that promote health and well-being.
Monthly Newsletter
Our monthly newsletter aims to bring you the latest:
- Charity News
- Events/Workshops
- Funding Opportunities
- Resources and more
Don’t miss out! Click here to sign-up to our monthly newsletter.
Events
Supporting Connections
Join us in developing your skills in supporting mental health, and learn how to help others manage loneliness and build connections.
Thursday 31st October
Find out more and sign-up here:
Understanding Finance: Treasurer Training
Ever wondered what the role of treasurer entails or thinking about become one? Join this interactive workshop to find out how!
Thursday 7th November 2024.
Find out more and sign up here:
Income Development and Diversification
Join our workshop for organisations in Newham! Learn practical strategies and approaches for Income Development and Diversification
Thursday 21st November 2024.
Find out more and sign up here:
Resources
We’ve got a range of free resources for you to use, including: finance tool kits, fact sheets, digital training videos and more…
Plus, links additional funding and signposting to other support.
Check out our dedicated Resources Page.
Meet the Team
The Fitter Finances team is made up of Kemar Walford our Programme Manager and Mustafa Arrale our Programme Officer.
Kemar Walford is our Fitter Finances Programme Manager. His experience includes working with mainstream charities such as London Youth, Caritas Anchor House, Ladies Who Learn and the Bromley by Bow Centre.
He worked for the Big Lottery Fund for the bulk of his career in grant assessment, management and more recently supporting groups in the West Midlands and East & West London.
He also volunteered as a mentor working for Sported in the West Midlands to capacity build small community based sports groups.
He is also the Chair of a special interest group of the Institute of Fundraising (Black Fundraiser’s UK).
He joined Aston-Mansfield in 2017 where he regularly conducts 1-2-1’s and workshops with Newham based groups, empowering them to be financially stable.
Mustafa Arrale is our Fitter Finances Programme Officer. He has spent over 20 years working and volunteering in the voluntary sector. His jobs have included capacity building, fundraising, consultancy, training, financial advice etc at a variety of organisations, including Ealing CVS.
Since 2017, he has been working as the Fitter Finances Officer at Aston-Mansfield, and has been supporting groups in Newham develop their skills, knowledge and expertise in financial management. He has also run training on topics such as Gift Aid for groups in Newham.