Community

The Pride in Your Community award has been established to reward the efforts of individuals and groups who strive to make their own and others' lives and environments better.

A community's well being often stems from the dedicated hard work of individuals and small groups who, by having a pride in themselves and a clear vision of a better future, then extend their efforts into the community at large. A vibrant caring community can nurture people's inner feelings of well being and care for those around them.

Barnsley Building Society has a strong belief in its members and the communities in which it operates. We appreciate the loyalty shown to us by our traditional membership and the fact that we have been welcomed into other communities with open arms. It is our wish to reward some of the self help groups who have assisted in keeping their communities together. Many of them have existed on very limited budgets and could develop even further with some form of cash injection, which may allow them to rise to the next level.

The Society is currently offering its services to many communities from Warwickshire. up to the Yorkshire Coast, including Lincolnshire and East Yorkshire. Anyone within these areas can nominate a dedicated and committed group or individual who can demonstrate their value to their community, along with their plans for the future. The only caveat is that awards cannot be considered for political groups or registered charities. Pride in Your Community awards will be between £250 and £500 and made by a panel of interested members who believe in the strength and value of a caring, fruitful future.

If you would like to apply for assistance under the Community Award Scheme, please complete our online form.