Autumn Community Connector Network

Our Network for Community Connectors with updates on community services, funding and activities - the theme this time is Selby Connected Up For Yorkshire invites you to our next Community Connector Network Event—an inspiring afternoon bringing together local professionals and volunteers for networking, shared learning, and practical insights. Theme: Selby Connected Selby Connected is national level innovation and will help organisations work together more effectively, connecting business investment and expertise with real community needs identified through independent research and feed-in from stakeholders. Find out what it means for Selby, you and your community. Together we’re developing ideas that will improve opportunities for people across Selby and its surrounding villages, from employment and skills to healthier communities and stronger high streets. Drax will also speak about their Community Grants - The Drax Foundation offers major grants from £25k to £100k, alongside a separate small Fund from £500 to £2,000 in the UK. 📍 Location: Brayton Community Centre 📅 Date: Thursday 2 July ⏰ Time: 2:00 – 4:00pm About Community Connectors Community Connectors is a network for professionals and volunteers across the third sector, public sector, and private organisations. We meet every couple of months for themed, in-person sessions to: • Build connections • Share knowledge and local insights • Raise awareness of services and opportunities in Selby Speakers will include: Up For Yorkshire - Tom Meares and Matt Fisher Drax - Nick Robinson Community and Education Manager Yorkshire Energy Doctor - Kate Irwin North Yorkshire Feast - Alice Skaith Whether you're looking to discover who’s offering what locally, understand how services link together, or share your own experiences, this event is a great opportunity to get informed, make new connections, and strengthen the network of support across Selby.