Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Theme 1 - Tackling Cost of Living Crisis Scheme A - Advice, information and crisis support ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9072 Community of Refugees from Vietnam - East London Support and Advice for Older People in Vietnamese and Chinese Communities Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green), Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's), Blackwall and Cubitt Town, Boroughwide, Bow East, Bow West, Bromley North, Bromley South, Island Gardens, Lansbury, Limehouse, Mile End, Poplar, Shadwell, St Katherine's and Wapping, Stepney Green, Whitechapel 68,333.00 Project over-performed in the quarter on its aggregated KPIs by 10.4%, although it under- performed on one KPI. GREEN Short Description The "Older People Vietnamese and Chinese Project" offers crucial support and guidance to the Vietnamese and Chinese communities in Tower Hamlets. We provide comprehensive assistance to individuals aged over 50, delivering valuable advice and information. Our services are available five days a week at Old Poplar Library, London E14 6RN. Progress Update Project over-performed on three of its five KPIs in the quarter by over 10%. For one of these KPIs the over-performance was 32% and for another it was 28%. Project has under-performed on its accumulated aggregated KPIs by -4%, with under-performance on three of its five KPIs. For one of these KPIs the under-performance is -22.1%. LBTH officer will liaise with organisation for update on what it plans to do to address this deficit. Drop-in advice sessions are held: • Every Monday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Dockland Settlement, 4 Saunders Ness Road, E14 3PS (except on Bank Holidays, Christmas, and New Year's Day). • Every Friday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at Old Poplar Library, 45 Gillender Street, Poplar, London, E14 6RN (except on Good Friday, Christmas, and New Year's Day). The project also provides advice by appointment, with specialist assistance available for welfare benefits and housing. The projects hosts drop-in sessions twice a year for eight weeks at Dockland Settlement, where users can seek assistance with technology and devices anytime between 1 p.m. and 3 p.m. Geographical Breakdown Project is boroughwide. In October-December 2025 quarter 77% of beneficiaries were from seven wards. Five wards had no project beneficiaries. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 0 1 0 7 2 3 2 9 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 0 5 0 0 6 14 10 16 7 14 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8705 East End Citizens Advice Bureau Advice Tower Hamlets Boroughwide 2,460,000.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. GREEN Short Description Advice Tower Hamlets provides free, confidential, independent, quality assured-advice to help Tower Hamlets residents resolve their cost-of-living issues relating to welfare benefits, housing, money/debt, employment, immigration, consumer, education, community care, family and personal issues at a generalist/specialist level. Citizens Advice Tower Hamlets leads the partnership with 12 local advice agencies. Progress Update The project continued to make good progress overall, with overachievement on four of its six KPIs in October-December 2025 by significant levels, including by 59.8% for one KPI and 33.4% for another. There was under-performance on two KPIs in the quarter, but at levels below 10%. This under- performance has been explained by the lead provider as due to the end of year break, one partner not providing any advice for November-December 2025 (due to failure to secured required quality assurance accreditation) and one partner having low beneficiary numbers and closing their office permanently in December 2025. The above provider with quality assurance accreditation has now secured required accreditation. East End CAB has submitted proposals to the council for replacement services for the provider who has left the project. There is cumulative overachievement for all of the project's KPIs, since its commencement in November 2023. This overachievement is above 10% for three of the project's KPIs, including 94.4% for one KPI and 40.4% for another KPI. Information on times, days and venues for service, as confirmed by project partners is outlined below: Island Advice Centre Advice (to specialist level) in welfare benefits, housing, and debt for residents of Tower Hamlets only. Drop in at a drop in session, reception or phone to book an appointment. Benefits and general advice F2F clinics Monday 10 am - 12 noon Telephone advice Tuesday 10 am – 12 noon Digital Drop in Session Wednesday 10 am to 12 noon Welfare right F2F Clinics by appointment only - Thursday 10 am – 4 pm Housing F2F Clinics by appointment only - Thursday 10am – 12pm Debt F2F clinics by appointment only - Friday 10 am – 12 pm Address: Island House, Roserton Street, E14 3PG Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Advice Line: 020 7987 9379 Email: admin@island-advice.org.uk Website: www.island-advice.org.uk ✓ Appointments ✓Drop in session ✓ Telephone Advice Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday, Friday In house Drop in session: 10 am - 12 noon. Telephone advice line: 10 am - 12 noon. Digital Support Drop in Session: 10 am - 12 noon Disability form clinic 4 to 6 pm appointment Housing clinic 2 to 4 pm appointments Debt clinic 3 to 6 pm appointments Outreach Island Medical centre 12 noon - 3 pm Island Health 12 noon - 3 pm Gough Walk MC 9.30 am - 12.30 pm Crisp street Health Centre 9.00 am - 1 pm Barkantine MC 9.30 am - 12 noon Bromley by Bow Centre debt specialist x2 Suttons Wharf 9.30 am to 12.30 pm Dockland Medical Centre 9.30 am to 12.30 pm Aberfeldy 9.30 am to 12.30 pm Age UK Delivers advice Monday – Friday 9.30am – 5.30pm from its office at 82 Russia Lane and in the community at residents’ homes. It also has advice outreach at the Merchant Street Hub, The Methodist Church, 1 Merchant St, Bow, London E3 4LY on Wednesday 10 am -1 pm. Telephone: 020 8981 7124 Email: info@ageukeastlondon.org.uk Website: www.ageukeastlondon.org.uk Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Limehouse Project The Advice Service at Limehouse Project offers free confidential generalist impartial one-to-one information, advice, and support on: Welfare Benefits (Including Benefits Checks) Housing Benefit and Council Tax Reduction Immigration (Basic Level Advice) Housing Money & Debt (Basic Level Advice) Clients are seen on a first-come-first-served basis. When it is at full capacity, clients are signposted and referrals are made to other local advice organisations. The service is offered via pre-booked appointment only, both face-to-face and telephone advice. Telephone: 020 7538 0075 (phone line is open Monday to Friday from 9.30 am - 1.00 pm and 2.00 3.00 pm Languages: English, Bengali, Urdu, and Hindi Address: 791-791 Commercial Road, Unit 2, St Anne Street, London, E14 7HG Email: info@limehouseproject.org.uk Website: www.limehouseproject.org.uk ✓ Appointments ✓ Telephone Advice ✓ Email/Skype/WhatsApp/Zoom ✓ Outreach – Tower Hamlets Residents Hub (every Wednesday) Tower Hamlets Law Centre Provides specialist legal advice on welfare benefits (for people who live in Tower Hamlets), immigration, employment and housing (for people who live or work in Tower Hamlets and surrounding boroughs). Monday to Friday, 9:30 am – 5pm from its office Unit 1, St Anne’s Street, off 789 Commercial Road, London, E14 7HG. Organisation also runs fortnightly telephone evening advice sessions for Housing - Tuesday's fortnightly 5 pm to 8 pm Immigration - Wednesday's fortnightly 5.30pm to 8.30pm Organisation's employment advice sessions run fortnightly on Mondays from 5.30 pm to 8.30 pm, alternating between in person sessions held at its office and telephone sessions. Praxis Community Projects Praxis is a migrant rights organisation and its services are only available to migrants. It provides free immigration advice (up to IAA level 2) pan- London. In some cases, it might be able to offer representation. Praxis' focus is on applications made on human rights grounds. Priority is given to Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 those on a very low income or people experiencing destitution. It cannot assist with asylum claims, entry clearance applications, naturalisation, or student/skilled worker visas. Telephone advice (020 7749 7605): Wednesdays, 2 pm–5 pm (except on drop- in days). Drop-in service: second Wednesday of the month at Praxis. There is a huge demand for the service, and Praxis is only able to offer 12 immigration appointments. Appointments are given out on a first come first served basis. Praxis has very limited capacity for non-immigration advice issues, and the support it provides will mainly be signposting. Address: Pott Street, London, E2 0EF Website: www.praxis.org.uk Deaf PLUS Delivers appointments from its offices in Whitechapel (deafPLUS, Trinity Centre, Key Close, E1 4HG). The service runs one day a week on a Monday. Legal Advice Centre (University House) Specialist level casework in Welfare Benefits, Housing/Homelessness, Employment, Family Law / Domestic Abuse, and Debt. Delivered by appointments only via: • face-to-face • telephone • video call Drop in for general enquiries and telephone line: Monday to Friday, 10 am to 4 pm. Address: 104 Roman Road, Bethnal Green, London E2 0RN Telephone: 020 3606 0372 Email: admin@legaladvicecentre.london Website: www.legaladvicecentre.london Appointments (specialist advice) Monday to Friday 9 am to 5 pm Legal Advice Centre, 104 Roman Road, E2 0RN Outreach site at Olga School, E3. Drop-in for general enquiries & telephone Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 10 am to 4 pm Monday to Friday Legal Advice Centre, 104 Roman Road, E2 0RN Evening sessions by appointments (specialist advice) Monday to Tuesday - 6 to 8 pm Wednesday - 6 to 8 pm (bi-weekly) St Peter's Bengali Association Provides its advice on the following day, time and location: Every Saturday from 11am - 2pm at the Minerva community centre, 10 Minerva Street, London E2 9EH. The services are aimed to complete all the benefits forms including PIP, DLA, AA, UC50, Housing transfer application, housing application on medical ground, pension credit, state pension. St Hilda's East Community Centre Delivers services from: 18 Club Row, London E2 EY 02077398066 Days of Service: Monday: 10 am - 12 noon 1:1 appointments 1 pm - 5.30 pm telephone advice Tuesday: 10 am - 12 noon 1:1 appointments 1 pm -5.30 pm telephone advice Wednesday: 10am -12 noon 1:1 appointments 1 pm -5.30 pm telephone advice Toynbee Hall Welfare benefit applications for Tower Hamlets residents with particular emphasis on disability and sickness benefits Appointments available on : Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday To book: Email: advice@toynbeehall.org.uk Telephone: 020 7392 2953 Monday 2 - 4 pm and Wednesday 10 am - 12 noon FLAC- Legal Advice: Employment, Housing, Debt, and Consumer To book an appointment fill in the online form: https://www.toynbeehall.org.uk/free-advice/legal-advice/ Debt Free Advice - Specialist Debt Advice and Money Management. Telephone: 0800 808 5700 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 https://debtfreeadvice.com/ Macmillan Welfare Rights Advice for people living with cancer Email: Macmillan.advice@toynbeehall.org.uk Telephone:020 7392 2958 Mon-Thurs 12.30-3.30 Generalist Advice for those who live, work or study in the City Square Mile. Email: City.Advice@toynbeehall.org.uk Telephone: 020 7392 2919 Address: The Community Centre, 28 Commercial Street, London, E1 6LS Citizens Advice Tower Hamlets Advice on welfare benefits, housing , debt ,employment , immigration, consumer, family are provided. Money management and debt support and specialist utility debt advice as well. Prebooked face to face or telephone generalist advice appointments: Monday-Wednesday, 10.00 am–4.00 pm. Telephone enquiries and appointments service Monday-Friday 10.00am to 4.00pm. Appointments for specialist Benefits & Employment cases booked following an initial assessment over the phone. Appointments can be booked by calling the telephone advice line 020 3855 4472 or 0344 826 9699, or the Citizens Advice Tower Hamlets enquiry line 020 3855 5234, Monday–Friday, 10 am – 4.00 pm. Address: 32 Greatorex Street, London, E1 5NP Telephone: 020 3855 5234 Advice Line: 020 3855 4472 or 0344 826 9699 Email: towerhamlets@eastendcab.org.uk Website: www.eastendcab.org.uk ✓ Drop-in sessions (9.30am Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday. First come first served for call backs and assessments) ✓ Appointments (Face to Face, Telephone and Home Visits) ✓ Town Hall, Aberfeldy Centre, Royal London Hospital (Dialysis Unit) ✓ Email ✓ Telephone Advice Bromley by Bow Centre Advice Service provides integrated support to people on welfare benefits, debt, housing, energy and household budgeting It delivers advice remotely and in person, Monday-Friday 9 am-4 pm onsite in Bromley by Bow Centre, St Leonards Street, London E3 3BT. Organisation also delivers weekly advice sessions in Poplar Harca George Green Building, 55 E India Dock Rd, London E14 6DA every Wednesday 9.30 am - 1 pm Women’s Inclusive Team (WIT) Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Free, confidential, independent advice on welfare rights, work path and employment support, housing and homelessness, health, council tax, rent arrears and domestic abuse Appointments are available Monday to Thursday, at the main office. To book an appointment please call the office on 020 7790 2650. WIT has English, Somali, Swahili and Bangla speaking advisors. Mayfield Hub Mayfield House, 202 Cambridge Heath Rd, London E2 9LJ Pre-booked appointments are available on the following days: Mondays 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Appointments only ● Housing Advice ● Welfare and Benefits Advice ● Domestic Abuse ● Work Path/Employment support ● SEND Advice Tuesday 10.00 am - 4.00 pm Appointments only ● Housing Advice ● Welfare and Benefits Advice ● General Assistance i.e. calling energy providers for non-English speaking clients Wednesday 10.00 am - 2.00 pm Appointments only ● Housing Advice for Tower Hamlets Tenants only, Thursday 10.00 am-4.00 pm ● Domestic Abuse ● General Assistance i.e. calling energy providers for non-English speaking clients. Geographic al Breakdown Project has been delivered on a borough-wide basis, as planned, reaching residents across all wards. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 289 142 209 179 138 151 159 199 269 69 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 155 174 58 280 102 128 87 165 269 160 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8854 First Love Foundation First Love Foundation Advice and Advocacy Service Boroughwide, Poplar 102,500.00 Project has surpassed two of its KPI targets in October-December 2025 quarter by significant percentages - 166.7% and 72.2%. GREEN Short Description Tower Hamlets residents will have access to our AQS-accredited welfare rights advice and advocacy service in person, by telephone and through community outreach. We will explore why each individual and their household is in financial difficulty, what other challenges or crisis they face, and work with them to effect solutions. Progress Update Project has surpassed two of its KPI targets in October-December 2025 quarter by significant percentages - 166.7% and 72.2%. These KPIs are the project KPIs with highest target numbers. The project under-performed on its other two quarters in the above quarter. However, the under- performance on one of these KPIs was only -4%. The remaining KPI only had a target of three beneficiaries. First Love Foundation undertook a review of its referral data and Customer Relation Management system, which led to the development of a new method for measuring referrals by ward. This is expected to guarantee more robust and accurate data going forward. Improving the quality of this data will strengthen reporting on the project and support more targeted outreach and partnership work across the borough, particularly in areas with lower engagement to date for the project. First Love Foundation currently operates full time from temporary office space at Import Building, Clove Crescent, Blackwall. It has now been offered a space from which to deliver advice as well as house its headquarters. This new premises will allow the Foundation to improve accessibility for residents by providing a safe and confidential space to attend appointments, whilst allowing its team to deliver more flexible and responsive support. It will also provide a space for strengthened community partnerships, allowing for multiple services to be visited under one roof. First Love Foundation delivers Specialist Legal Advice to the community of Tower Hamlets in the following ways: • Outreach, embedded in community settings o Bow Foodbank - weekly on Tuesdays, 10am-3pm o Poplar Harca - weekly on Thursdays, 10am-3pm • Community Partnership Referrals - from its community partners, which includes the Tower Hamlets Council Residents Hub • Advice Partnership - it is an active member of the Tower Hamlets Community Advice Network and receive referrals via this route. • Self Referrals - from the community Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Follow up appointments are hosted at outreach locations. The project's admin staff are based at temporary offices in the Import Building, Republic London. Geographical Breakdown There were no project beneficiaries from three of the borough's wards in the October-December 2025 quarter. For the previous quarter, 10 wards in the borough had not project beneficiaries. First Love Foundation responded by holding two Referrer Induction Events in the October-December 2025 quarter., designed specifically to engage wards with historically low referral numbers and to increase overall referral activity. The events were attended by over 20 participants from a wide range of organisations, including GP surgeries, debt advice services and primary schools. Feedback from attendees was highly positive, with 100% reporting that they learned something new about the service and that they intended to refer clients to the project in the future. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 0 2 0 11 4 4 3 4 2 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 3 1 1 1 3 4 3 3 0 3 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8998 Stifford Centre Limited Advice and Crisis Support Project Limehouse, Mile End, Poplar, Shadwell, St Dunstan's, St Katherine's and Wapping, Stepney Green, Whitechapel 102,500.00 Project performed well in the quarter, overachieving on its aggregated KPIs for quarter by 5,7% and its aggregated cumulative KPIs by 7.8%. GREEN Short Description The Stifford Centre will deliver a comprehensive ‘Advice and Crisis Support Project', offering welfare benefit, debt, housing, employment & financial advice, emotional support, and peer-mentoring to local residents. Additionally, the project will manage a 'Crisis Support Fund' for emergency assistance, actively addressing the cost-of-living crisis. Progress Update Project performed well in the quarter, overachieving on its aggregated KPIs for quarter by 5,7% and its aggregated cumulative KPIs by 7.8%. For one KPI the aggregated cumulative over-performance is 12.1% and for another KPI it is 23.2%. Delivery Dates, Times and Location of Services Location (Address): Stifford Centre, 2-6 Cressy Place, London, E1 3JG Days and times of services for the Advice and Crisis Support Project: Days and Time: Monday- 10am to 5pm (Casework) Tuesday- 10am to 5pm (Drop-in- 10am to 1pm, Admin work- 1pm to 5pm) Wednesday- 9am to 5pm (appointment only) Thursday- 10am to 4pm (Crisis Support) Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 2 1 2 6 5 1 2 2 36 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 34 39 6 22 5 0 2 6 1 4 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8662 The Felix Project Supporting residents of Tower Hamlets who are in Crisis to get access to nutritious food Boroughwide 102,500.00 Over-achievements in October-December 2025 quarter included by 151% for meals provided and estimated value of food provided, plus by 300% for community organisations supported. GREEN Short Description Providing nutritious food and meals for 40,000 people in Tower Hamlets – each year – who are currently facing food insecurity and hunger. Working with 80 community partners in the borough to help people in crisis. Progress Update The project does not submit information on beneficiary ward of residence due to the nature of the service and beneficiaries - poor and vulnerable people accessing food, often via other VCS organisations. The Felix Project's base in Tower Hamlets is Unit 12, Thomas Road Industrial Estate, Thomas Rd, London E14 7BN. Its operational hours are 9.45 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. The Felix Project and FareShare have progressed with the merger of the organisations, which is largely complete in terms of staffing and internal processes and procedures. There will be no impact on the running and management of the MCGP project. The name of the new organisation is still to be confirmed in the coming months. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9054 Wapping Bangladesh Association Tower Hamlets Bangladeshi & BAME-Led Advice Forum Shadwell, Spitalfields and Banglatown, St Katherine's and Wapping, Weavers, Whitechapel 239,167.00 Project performed well in the quarter, over-performing on all of its five KPIs. GREEN Short Description Tower Hamlets Bangladeshi & BAME-Led Advice Forum is a consortium of trusted and embedded local charities, led by Wapping Bangladesh Association, working together to bring quality information, advice, guidance and support to people at risk during the Cost-of-Living Crisis. Our work focuses in the south-west locality of Tower Hamlets. Progress Update Project performed well in the quarter, over-performing on all of its five KPIs. It over-performed on its aggregated five KPIs in the quarter by 6.7.% It has also over-performed on its aggregated cumulative KPIs by 3.8%. It has over-performed cumulatively against three of its KPIs and under- performed on the other two, but by less than 1%. The project delivers its services at the following days, times and venues: Wapping Bangladesh Association Advice Service Timetable: Monday: 2.00 pm - 5.30 pm, appointment only Tuesday : 2.00 pm - 5.30 pm, drop in and telephone service Wednesday & Thursday: 10.00 am - 5.00 pm, appointment only Friday: 2.00 pm - 5.00 pm, appointment only Venue Wapping Bangladesh Association Wapping Youth Club 20 Tench Street London E1W 2QD Bangladesh Youth Movement Advice Service Timetable: Monday: 12 noon to 5.30 pm by appointment Tuesday: 2 pm to 5.30 pm by appointment only Wednesday: 2 pm to 5.30 pm Drop-in-service Thursday: 12 noon to 5.30 pm by appointment Friday: 2 pm to 6 pm Drop in-service and telephone advice Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Venue Bangladesh Youth Movement Ponler Street London E1 1QN Boundary Community School: Every Tuesday & Wednesday: 10.00 am - 2.00 pm Venue Boundary Community School 20 Club Row London E2 7EY Tower Hamlets Parent Centre: Every Tuesday: 11 am - 3:00 pm Venue Tower Hamlets Parents Centre Unit 1, Links Yard London E1 5LX Geographical Breakdown The project delivers to all wards in the borough and had significant number of beneficiaries in the October-December 2025 quarter from its five target wards - Shadwell, Spitalfields & Banglatown, St Katherine’s and Wapping, Weavers, Whitechapel. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 23 3 15 2 2 3 2 4 46 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 4 16 56 81 3 3 6 1 11 13 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Theme 2 – Accelerate Education Scheme A - Education Attainment and Development of Children and Young People ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9020 Ashaadibi Education and Cultural Centre Aim Higher ~ Edify Boroughwide 68,333.00 During Q3, the project exceeded key participation targets and achieved strong outcomes in both language learning and personal development. The launch of the SEND Arabic class represents a significant and impactful development, ensuring inclusive access to Arabic language education. GREEN Short Description The Aim-Higher Edify project aims to promote community-based study support and language development for children and young people in Tower Hamlets, delivering boroughwide. This project will accelerate education and growth through after-school clubs, language classes, and youth-work opportunities, leading to improved academic achievement and future success for participants in LBTH. Progress Update Monitoring Report – Arabic Language and Youth Development Programme Autumn/Winter 2025 (Q3) Overview Between October and December 2025, the project delivered a strong programme of Arabic language learning alongside personal development workshops for young people. The quarter marked a significant milestone with the launch of the first-ever SEND Arabic class, ensuring more inclusive access to language learning and addressing a long-standing gap for SEND learners. Across all activities, participants demonstrated increased confidence, skills development and engagement. Participants Number of registered participants: 56 Participants engaged across language classes and workshops, with strong attendance and consistent engagement throughout the quarter. KPI 1 Number of young people attending Somali and Arabic language classes Target: 15 young people per quarter Actual: 21 KPI 2 Percentage of young people showing improvement in language proficiency Target: 80% of participants (12) Actual: 18 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 KPI 3 Number of young people attending the programme and reporting increased knowledge of topics affecting young people in the community Target: 30 young people attending per quarter 80% (24) reporting increased knowledge Actual: 35 Geographical Breakdown Participants were drawn from a range of Tower Hamlets wards, with the highest numbers registered in Shadwell (5 participants) and Whitechapel (5 participants). Moderate representation was recorded in Stepney Green (3 participants). Smaller numbers of participants were based in Mile End, Poplar, Bow West, and Lansbury (2 participants each). No participants were recorded from the remaining wards during this reporting period. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 0 2 5 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 3 0 5 0 0 0 2 0 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8807 Conductive Music CIC Music Beyond Imagination Boroughwide 102,500.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also 2 site visits carried out during this Quarter. GREEN Short Description Music Beyond Imagination (MBI), is a cutting-edge music-technology-led educational project for 1475 Y4-Y8 SEN students across 8 Special, Mainstream and Alternative Provision schools and in Tower Hamlets. MBI supports music creation by empowering children, bridging educational gaps, showcasing career pathways, and enabling growth for Tower Hamlets' youth. Progress Update This quarter there was expansion for the programme, through strengthened school engagement, rising teacher confidence, and the initiation of a new research partnership. September taster sessions offered a clearer understanding of each school’s class profiles, technology availability, and teacher support needs. One achievement was the launch of the collaborative research project with Professor Lee Cheng and Professor Lam from Anglia Ruskin University who observed the October session at Malmesbury Primary. This quarter strengthened the programme’s inclusive impact across both SEND and mainstream-with-SEND settings. Students showed clear gains in creative confidence, emotional expression, and collaborative working. Teacher independence increased through CPD, Arts Award training, and co- teaching support. Organisation meeting KPI's and no concerns Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 109 12 0 66 646 0 0 139 96 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 234 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8896 Four Corners Cameraworks: Young People’s Photography Workshops Boroughwide 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed most of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description Camera-works is a free photography training programme for Tower Hamlets residents aged under 25. It provides tuition in camera operation and darkroom printing, professional studio lighting, masterclasses and mentoring, picture editing and exhibition curation. Progress Update Fourteen participants continued their Professional Studio Lighting training this quarter, attending five workshops with a strong 91% attendance rate and no dropouts. Recruitment for next year’s programme generated seventeen applications for ten darkroom training places, with word‑of‑mouth remaining the most effective method. Participants received high‑quality mentoring from industry professionals, developing skills in studio lighting, medium‑format photography, and ProPhoto B1 flash systems while also gaining valuable industry contacts. All participants reported improved well‑being and stronger social connections, with positive feedback captured through interviews and questionnaires. Several individuals made tangible progress in their creative careers, including securing freelance assistant roles and applying new techniques in their professional work. The programme continues to grow in popularity, with demand already exceeding available spaces for the next cycle. Delivery Address: Four Corners, 121 Roman Rd, Bethnal Green, London E2 0QN. Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 5 0 2 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9035 Hornafrik Integration Projects Ltd E14 BAME Children and Young People Educational Attainment Project Blackwall and Cubitt Town,Island Gardens,Lansbury,Poplar 45,271.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also Monitoring site visits carried out during this Quarter to see project taking place. GREEN Short Description E14 BAME Children and Young People Educational Attainment Project will support Children and Young people from disadvantaged households for timely intervention in access to extracurricular activities and after school provision. Progress Update During this quarter, Hornafrik has made strides in advancing education for children and young adults. Comprehensive programs designed to provide essential support, resources, and guidance, creating supportive learning environment for both students and their parents. Educational Support Program - 6 hours of weekly assistance, focusing on core subjects like Mathematics, English, and Science. This program aims to enhance classroom learning, address individual student needs, and improve overall academic performance. Parenting Workshops - Acknowledging the crucial role parents play in educational success, we have implemented a series of targeted parenting workshops. These sessions are designed to empower parents with strategies for effective engagement in their children's education. Accredited Courses for Young Adults - 7 young adults participated in these courses, acquiring recognized certifications and skills that facilitate workforce entry. In the coming months, Hornafrik plans to introduce additional resources and support mechanisms to sustain academic improvement further. Looking ahead, Hornafrik plans to continue these collaborative efforts with the community. We aim to introduce specialised workshops on topics such as effective home learning strategies and ways to communicate with teachers. Organisation has submitted images and video. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 4 0 5 0 4 2 3 3 3 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 5 0 2 6 5 0 5 3 4 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8990 Newark Youth London Girls in Action Boroughwide 68,333.00 During this funding period, the project has improved the physical health, wellbeing and community connection amongst its participants. Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. GREEN Short Description Girls in Action widens access to extracurricular activities for girls and young women so they develop their confidence and life skills and increase their resilience. The project enables participants to participate in social action projects and other learning opportunities to enable them to develop their leadership, communication and organisational skills. Progress Update During this quarter Oct-Dec 25, the project continued working with the cohort of girls (12) that were recruited in September 2025. During this funding period the project delivered 16 sessions, embedding the programme, its aims and facilitating the ambitions of the participants. The cohort of young females successfully put together a survey for fellow young women and girls focusing on solutions to current tensions nationally around immigration and the hostile environment with a localised focus to look at views, concerns, and how collectively young women and girls, stakeholders including schools, youth organisations such as Newark Youth London, the Council and Police can help alleviate fears and bring people together, to combat violence affecting women and girls (VAWG), racism and proliferation of divisive language. The survey has had to date 780 respondents across the 20 wards of Tower Hamlets with an overwhelming majority of those participating aged between 13 – 19 involving those who live, study and work in Tower Hamlets. The girls gained skills on “Peer Research” and have articulated the findings of the respondents eloquently and have put on paper the thoughts of those impacted by this new and returning phenomena of racial tensions exacerbated by an organised far right and those who are impressionable. The findings will be presented in a final report and published with recommendations alongside an in person roundtable looking at the Data Captured and ensuring decision makers including the Police, representatives from Statutory Services like schools and the Council, work collectively to ensure that education and other proposed solutions are embedded so the very people the protests are meant to be in aid of “Women and Children” are looked into, and the voice of Women and Children are heard. This quarter the project delivered on a youth led trip to Ice Skating, continuing on the rapport and team building and supporting the GIA girls with the opportunity to try something new and break down barriers. All the activities took place at the Whitechapel Centre, 85 Myrdle Street, London E1 1HL. Key KPIs achieved this quarter include: - All 12 girls reported having a positive engagement with the project - 1 Community social action project was delivered. Geographical Breakdown Participation from 4/20 wards, but participation can be further broadened geographically to meet boroughwide outreach. The highest participation is from St Dunstan's, Shadwell, Stepney Green and Bethnal Green West. Officer will work to review and improve geographical spread for delivery of programme. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9028 SocietyLinks Tower Hamlets Rainbow Links Boroughwide 102,500.00 On track to exceed KPI's including participation (19 participants this quarter on track to exceed annual target of 30). GREEN Short Description A SEND focused programme of activities providing stimulating activities for children and young people, support and peer network for parents, and family trips to enhance the opportunities available for SEND children. Progress Update SocietyLinks are meeting their KPI’s this quarter, notably they had 19 special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) children aged 5- 12 years and their parents/carers participating in their programme, on track to meet their yearly target of 30. The young people took part in a sports showcase which was reported as a very proud moment for many of the young people and their parents. 98% of service users report having positive engagement with project services, which exceeds their KPI target of 95%. With regards to their support for parents, 86% of parent participants completing feedback report feeling more confident and supported in parenting their SEND child which exceeds their target of 75%. A particular case study of a young person with ADHD mentioned his mum had been attending parenting courses and approached SocietyLinks to support with implementing strategies with her child, especially with routines, behaviour and focusing on learning. The youth workers then worked specifically to set targets with the young person and their parent. New parents are being met through other programmes such as SEND stay and play, which is expanding SocietyLinks reach for this project. Majority of participants are from Whitechapel, and St Katharine’s and Wapping which aligns with the location of the provision near Tower Hill. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 5 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 4 12 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8866 St Hilda's East Community Centre Young People’s Development Programme Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green), Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Spitalfields and Banglatown, Weavers, Whitechapel 113,365.00 This organisation is exceeding their KPI's and had a very successful quarter with 119 young people engaged across a variety of activity, exceeding their target of 95. GREEN Short Description St Hilda’s East Young People’s Programme is an inspirational initiative designed to support children and young people to reach their full potential. Through weekly activities including sports, arts, and reflective sessions; the programme focuses on improving young people’s mental health, resilience and steering them away from anti-social behaviour and crime. Progress Update Over this quarter, 119 participants engaged with the Young People’s programme which exceeds the target of 95 with all young people reporting they value the sessions leading to improvement in their mental wellbeing, confidence, leadership skills and resilience. A key highlight from this quarter was the 6 week Empower Students with Skills for Life and Work programme which provided 20 young people with a free opportunity to help them understand how to apply key life and work skills as they prepare for adulthood. Another highlight was the trip to Allianz Stadium for 30 young people to attend a career day giving them the opportunity to network with professionals, engage in talks and take part in a range of career focused activities. Engagement continues to be excellent for regular provision, including girls football and badminton sessions with additions such as CV sessions run by Barnardos, Minecraft coding sessions and a trip to Laser Quest. Geographic al Breakdown Geographically, participants are predominantly from Weavers ward, given that is where the centre is based. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 7 0 0 40 2 3 0 0 1 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8862 St Margaret's House The Children’s Making Tree Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Boroughwide,Weavers 17,616.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. GREEN Short Description The project empowers Tower Hamlets children to take part in enriching holiday activities in a variety of arts disciplines (circus, art, drama, spoken word). Sessions improve children’s confidence in their abilities and increase their cultural capital to help them pursue diverse activities outside of school to support their academic achievement. Progress Update St Margaret’s House – October 2025 Half Term Holiday Project Report Monitoring Period: October–December 2025 Number of Registered Participants: 54 During the October Half Term, St Margaret’s House delivered 3 arts-based holiday sessions focused on circus skills, which continue to be the most popular activity for local families. These sessions supported children in learning new skills while building concentration, perseverance, and confidence. The sessions were held at Oxford House and the Tramshed Community Hub, with morning sessions on Tuesday 28th and Friday 31st October, and an afternoon session on Thursday 30th October. KPI 1 – Number of enriching free holiday activities delivered Target: 12 per annum (3 per art) Actual: 3 KPI 2 – Percentage of participants with positive engagement Target: 85% Actual: 100% Geographical Breakdown The project successfully engaged a geographically diverse group of children across Tower Hamlets, with concentrations in Bethnal Green, Stepney Green, and Weavers. This demonstrates strong local reach while highlighting opportunities to expand participation in other wards. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 14 0 12 8 2 2 0 0 2 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 2 8 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8937 Tower Hamlets Parents Centre THPC Saturday Study Support Programme Spitalfields and Banglatown, St Dunstan's, St Katherine's and Wapping, Stepney Green, Weavers, Whitechapel 35,427.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including improved educational attainment in key stages 1 & 2, improved confidence, resilience and self- esteem. GREEN Short Description This Project delivers weekly Study Support Session on a Saturday morning in term times that help improve the attainment of disadvantaged local young people at Key Stages 1 and 2. Progress Update During the last quarter Oct-Dec 2025, the Project has successfully delivered 11 weeks of Study Support Sessions led by a Qualified Teacher and a Classroom Assistant. The children were provided with one-to-one support. The project delivered lessons that were activity orientated and participative. The sessions involved individual and group work encouraging participants to work together on tasks and project work thereby building their communication and team working skills. The sessions provide Educational support in English and Maths at Key Stages 1 and 2. 20 children participated and 15 attended regularly. Project evaluation undertaken by participants demonstrated 80% of participants had a positive engagement with project activities. Assessment of their progress demonstrated that all had made progress towards their Key Stages 1 and 2 attainments. Evaluation has demonstrated other positive outcomes that have resulted from the provision including young people reporting better mental wellbeing, improved leadership skills, improved confidence, resilience and self-esteem. The number of children, attending the Study Support Sessions currently, have been affected by adverse weather conditions, is less than the target number of 20 children. The project has undertaken outreach and publicity work to increase the number of participants to meet the target number of 20. All the sessions took place at the THPC, 1 Links Yard, 29 Spelman Street E1 5LX. Geographical Breakdown The vast majority of children come from Spitalfields and Banglatown ward, with some participation from Bethnal Green East, Mile End, Bow East and St Katherine's and Wapping. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 14 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9009 Toyhouse Libraries Association of Tower Hamlets - Toyhouse Accelerating Education for Pre- School aged children via Community Toy Library involvement. Boroughwide 51,223.00 The project is on track to achieve overall outcomes. Reasonable performance against 2 KPIs. KPI 3 (training) is AMBER watchpoint, Officer is liaising with the organisation to address risk. GREEN Short Description Toyhouse supports a network of community based Toy Libraries facilitated by a mix of parent volunteers and staff, that enables parents and pre- schoolers to benefit from weekly Play Learn sessions, enabling children to develop speech, communication, social interaction and Early Learning skills before they enter formal educational settings. Progress Update KPI 1 - Number of Toy Library members supported. GREEN - 11 reported vs 12 target. Building works disrupting libraries in two settings. Narrative explains that all 12 received support, but 1 received remote support (telephone and email) rather than in-person visits. KPI 2 - % of member groups reporting positive engagement. GREEN - 85% (10 groups) achieved vs 85% (10 groups) target. KPI 3 - % of representatives trained who report training met their needs. AMBER - 45% reported vs 85% target. Officer to liaise with project lead to address ongoing issues reporting on this KPI. Toyhouse delivered consistent support to its network of Toy Library member groups throughout the busy autumn term, providing guidance, resources and troubleshooting through a mix of onsite visits, phone calls and email. Activity levels were high as new families joined sessions, and the team offered targeted mentoring to a newly recruited parent volunteer, including observations of strong practice in other Toy Libraries. Although building works temporarily affected a small number of settings, Toyhouse maintained regular contact and continued to offer practical assistance. Member groups reported highly positive engagement, and donated toys were distributed to enhance learning opportunities for families across the network. Formal training delivery is not taking place and Toyhouse is not effectively capturing informal/unaccredited training provision. This will need to be addressed in the forthcoming quarter. Geographic al Breakdown Toyhouse committed to serving all borough wards and served residents from the following 7 wards during the quarter: Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 1 0 2 3 0 0 0 2 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9063 Udichi Shilpi Gosthi Bengali Mother Tongue Project Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Boroughwide,Bow East,Canary Wharf,Island Gardens,Limehouse,Mile End,Shadwell,Spitalfields and Banglatown,St Katherine's and Wapping,Stepney Green,Weavers,Whitechapel 64,124.00 This organisation is set to exceed their annual participation target of 87, seeing 35 young people (25 new) take part this quarter. GREEN Short Description Project provides mother tongue study support and community education for disadvantaged Bengali children and young people in Tower Hamlets who will learn to read, write and speak Bengali and achieve Tower Hamlets Community Language Certificate. This will boost community cohesion via arts and cultural activities broadcast on Bengali media (TV, radio). Progress Update This quarter the Bengali Mother Tongue project delivered to 35 young people, with 25 being new to the project, on track to meet their annual KPI of 87 individual participants. Young people developed new skills and increased confidence in Bengali Mother Tongue across lessons but also 3 events, including children reciting poetry in Bengali. Participants are spread well across Tower Hamlets wards. A key highlight this quarter was Udichi settling into their new premises in Bow at Mind Tower Hamlets. Whilst they moved into a small office space in Mind last year, the organisation is now making full use of the space and excellent partnership by running not only Bengali Mother Tongue but also music and dance classes, with sole use over the weekend. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 6 5 1 1 1 1 0 1 2 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 2 0 6 1 2 0 0 1 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9056 Wapping Bangladesh Association A Bright Future - Wapping After- School Children Education Project St Katherine's and Wapping 85,417.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including improved self-confidence and self-esteem, improved literacy and language skills (Bengali) and improved literacy and numeracy. GREEN Short Description After School Children’s Education Project raising the educational achievements of academically underachieving Bangladeshi children from poorer and disadvantaged backgrounds through a programme of activities and learning interventions that includes Mother Tongue Education and Study Support Learning. Progress Update During the last quarter, the Mother Tongue and Supplementary Homework Support Project has successfully supported 34 students. According to project records 21 students for the Mother tongue class and 13 students for the supplementary home-work support sessions regularly attended the sessions. The students predominantly come from disadvantaged backgrounds impacted by the cost of living crisis and the lack of free or affordable provision available in the Wapping and surrounding areas. The educational support provided has helped the children to continue to attain their academic and social skills in a safe environment at the Wapping Youth Club. The activities focused on helping children to be equipped with the knowledge, skills and confidence to counter and help them be prepared to overcome many of life barriers. The Mother Tongue provision supports students to acquire reading and writing skills in Bangla and the Supplementary Education provision supports students in Maths, English, and Science ensuring the confidence, skills and knowledge they are acquire in the sessions translates in their mainstream education. Between October and December 2025, the Project delivered 24 Mother Tongue sessions and 10 Supplementary classes which all took place at the Wapping Youth Centre. During the Quarter, the children continued to receive help and support project. Project provided each child with learning packs containing educational worksheets, learning materials and writing materials. Tutors provided one-to-one and group work help and support, kept regular contact with the children and the families to ensure their wellbeing outside of the classes. The children received educational support, tutoring, advice and guidance from 3 Tutors. Geographic al Breakdown The geographical areas served by the project include St Katharine's and Wapping, and Shadwell wards. The highest participation is from St Katherine's and Wapping ward. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 6 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 28 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9044 Weavers Community Forum Active Youth Project Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Weavers 74,835.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also Monitoring site visits carried out during this Quarter to see project taking place. GREEN Short Description Active Youth Project is to help inspire, activate & motivate young people to learn about themselves, others, and Society, through non-formal education activities which combine enjoyment, challenge and learning. Progress Update This quarter the early autumn and winter nights affected the ability to maintain outdoor sessions, particularly football and boxing, which had previously been popular among participants. To address this, organisation moved the boxing sessions indoors, where they introduced one-to-one training opportunities. This change not only ensured continuity but also allowed for more personalised skill development. Also continued to engage in both informal and formal co-design activities with key stakeholders, including young people, parents, local community representatives, and faith leaders. Overall, the co-design approach this quarter has been adaptive and community-led. By responding to seasonal challenges and incorporating feedback from young people, parents, and stakeholders, they have enhanced the relevance and inclusivity of our programme. Organisation, has also submitted images, quarterly report and a case study Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 3 2 4 13 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8758 Westferry Community Organisation Education Matters Canary Wharf 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also Monitoring site visits carried out during this Quarter to see project taking place. GREEN Short Description Education Matters is a community-based initiative, which will deliver educational/learning activities to children and young people in the Canary Wharf area. This will consist of after-school/evening and/or weekend clubs for children, to assist in reading/writing, maths/arithmetic, and other curriculum/extra-curriculum-based learning. Also, weekend sessions for young adults providing life skills. Progress Update This Quarter a well-structured educational programme was delivered, building directly upon the learning outcomes of the last quarter. Focus on character development, morality, and global and political events provided learners with a strong foundation to deepen their understanding of ethical decision-making and social responsibility. This progression enabled learners to contextualise the development of British society and gain a clearer understanding of the British values that underpin modern Britain. Teaching and Learning Activities - Interactive, learner-centred activities were implemented to promote engagement and deepen understanding - Brainstorming sessions, enabling students to share prior knowledge, express viewpoints, and pose questions about British Values in an open and collaborative learning environment. - Concept-mapping activities, which supported learners in visually organising ideas, identifying connections between values, and linking historical developments with contemporary social practices. - Reading-based activities, including guided reading and discussion-led comprehension tasks, designed to strengthen literacy skills while reinforcing key concepts related to citizenship and values. To further enhance learning, learners participated in critical analysis activities that encouraged reflection on real-life scenarios, current affairs, and ethical dilemmas in relation to British Values. The programme fostered active participation, reflective learning, and inclusive dialogue, supporting learners in becoming informed, responsible, and values-driven members of British society. Organisation has Submitted KPI report and Project status report Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 4 21 5 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8913 Women’s Inclusive Team Maangaar (Young People - SEN Support) Boroughwide 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also Monitoring site visit carried out during this Quarter to see project taking place. GREEN Short Description This project will target children aged 6 to 10 with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in LBTH boroughwide, who have limited after- school provisions. Maangaar (meaning 'unique child' in Somali) will create positive learning opportunities to enrich their development and their parents, ultimately improving their education and mental well-being. Progress Update This Quarter Parents were invited to visit the centre for support with any issues related to EHCPs, benefits advice, school matters, and more. There has been an increase in parents seeking advice and guidance around housing support, medical priority application complaints and EHCP, also provided school support to families, e.g. arranging and attending meetings with SENDCOs and SLT. Supported the following schools this quarter: St Paul's way secondary / Primary Mulberry Shoreditch Academy Morpeth School Bonner Primary - both Bethnal and Mile End Woolmore Primary London Enterprise Academy Bow School Swanlea School Oaklands Hague Primary Stepney Park primary Mayflower School John Scurr Primary Organisation on Target to meet KPI's Organisation has provided Case Study, Evaluation Report and a Social Media Delivery Plan Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 5 0 1 2 0 0 2 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 1 0 4 1 0 1 5 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9013 Young and Talented Ltd Triple Talent Enrichment Programme Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's) 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also Monitoring site visit carried out during this Quarter to see project taking place. GREEN Short Description Weekly, high-quality, performing-arts training for 6-16-year-olds. The free sessions will enable children from marginalised backgrounds to have long-term engagement with activities which support good mental health and wellbeing; develop personal and practical skills; enrich curriculum learning; and provide access to the infrastructure required to progress into arts/culture-related education and employment. Progress Update This quarter Y&T had delivered 10 weeks of performing arts lessons every Saturday during term time, with regular sessions from 10:30 to 13:30, and a instrumentalist programme from 13:40 to 15:00. There was 57 students (both Oxford House and Hackney branch) fully registered Achievements -In Glee Club Challenge Bootcamp, Teens received very positive feedback from the panel. -Students from the instrumentalist programme performed at Oxford House in front of a live audience. Significant Outcomes -Teens gained a significant amount of confidence and momentum from performing at Glee Club Challenge Boot Camp. -Juniors learned African drumming and the history and culture it carries. -Students showcased their hard work throughout Term 1 to parents and friends at the Christmas Sharing. Impact - Students gained experience in music, playing instruments, and performing, leading to increased creativity, focus, and confidence. - Students have the opportunity to experience diverse cultures, voices, and new approaches to performing arts. - Participating in the Jack Petchey Glee Club Challenge Bootcamp helped young people build confidence and motivation, which empowers and inspires them in long-term development. - Christmas sharing and the concert strengthened connections among families and the local community, celebrating the diverse talents of young people from Tower Hamlets and beyond. Organisation on Target to achieve KPI's Organisation has submitted Register and Testimonial. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 4 0 2 0 4 1 1 0 3 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 3 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Theme 2 – Accelerate Education Scheme B – Lifelong Learning ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8967 Age UK East London Digital Buddy Boroughwide 136,656.00 During this quarter Oct-Dec 2025, the project continued to deliver free, face-to-face digital support and learning opportunities for residents aged 50+, with a particular focus on people who are digitally excluded or on low incomes . GREEN Short Description Digital Buddies will build the skills, confidence and motivation of digitally excluded older people, using a proven model, enabling them to get to grips with new technologies and use them safely and skilfully. It represents the best opportunity to build their confidence, skills and ultimately resilience in a digital-first world. Progress Update During this quarter Oct-Dec 2025, the project continued to deliver free, face-to-face digital support and learning opportunities for residents aged 50+, with a particular focus on people who are digitally excluded or on low incomes. During this quarter the project has supported 29 older people. Key activities included weekly digital drop-in sessions delivering one-to-one support, device loans and free SIM offers, and vibrant Techy Tea Parties, delivered at the Merchant Street Hub and other venues across Tower Hamlets. Support covered core digital skills such as using smartphones and tablets, accessing the internet, setting up and using email, using the NHS App, managing online accounts, staying safe online, and accessing council and other essential services digitally. The project supported residents to: • Access health services online, including GP services and the NHS App • Communicate with friends, family, and services using email and messaging apps • Identify and avoid online scams, improving online safety awareness • Manage everyday tasks such as online forms, appointments, and information searches In one of the Techy Tea Parties this quarter, the project delivered targeted online safety support, responding to high levels of concern about scams among older residents. These sessions had a strong impact, with participants, who mentioned increased awareness of common scam types and greater confidence in recognising and avoiding them. Demand for tailored one-to-one support continues to remain high, particularly from first-time users with very low digital confidence. While this limited group capacity at times, it ensured those most excluded received tailored support. Overall, the project continued to reduce digital exclusion by building confidence, improving practical skills, and enabling older residents in Tower Hamlets to access essential digital services independently. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Geographical Breakdown Geographical Breakdown Participation from 6/20 wards, but participation can be further broadened geographically to meet boroughwide outreach. The highest participation is from Bow East and Bow West. Officer will work to review and improve geographical spread for delivery of programme . Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 0 0 0 2 6 0 0 1 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9021 Ashaadibi Education and Cultural Centre Aim Higher e~Adult Lifelong Learning Boroughwide 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. GREEN Short Description The e-Adult Lifelong Learning project aims to promote digital inclusion, language skills, and lifelong learning in Tower Hamlets to the BAME community. Through English language classes and digital skills training, it will reduce digital exclusion and improve the confidence and aspirations of marginalized and underrepresented residents of LBTH. Progress Update ESOL Communication and Digital Skills Programme Autumn/Winter 2025 (Q3) Overview Between October and December 2025, Ashaadibi's ESOL programme successfully delivered a practical, learner-centred English language course focused on improving communication skills, confidence and independence in real-life situations. The programme prioritised speaking and listening skills, enabling participants to practise English in realistic and supportive environments that reflected their everyday responsibilities and challenges. Engagement across the quarter was strong, with learners showing clear progress in spoken English and increased confidence when interacting with services and professionals. Participants Number of registered participants: 33 Participants engaged consistently across sessions, with attendance remaining strong throughout the quarter. KPI 1 Number of beneficiaries attending ESOL classes Target: 10 beneficiaries per quarter Actual: 18 KPI 2 Percentage of participants showing improvement in language proficiency Target: 70% of participants (7) Actual: 16 KPI 3 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Percentage of participants reporting increased confidence in using digital devices and applications Target: 70% of participants (14) Actual: 16 Summary During Q3, Ashaadibi's ESOL programme exceeded participation and outcome targets, delivering strong improvements in spoken English, digital confidence and learner independence. The focus on practical communication, co-designed learning and supportive delivery has had a lasting impact, empowering participants to engage more confidently with services, technology and their wider community. Geographical Breakdown Geographic summary Participants were registered across several Tower Hamlets wards, with the highest numbers from Bethnal Green East (5 participants) and Stepney Green (4 participants). Additional representation came from Weavers (3 participants) and Whitechapel (3 participants). Smaller numbers of participants were based in St Katharine’s and Wapping (2 participants) and Limehouse (1 participant). No participants were recorded from the remaining wards during this reporting period. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 5 0 0 3 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 4 2 3 0 0 0 0 1 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8906 Bromley By Bow Centre BOOST North East Bow East,Bow West,Bromley North,Bromley South,Mile End 85,417.00 During this funding period, the project demonstrates positive impact for participants including improved self- confidence, personal development and improved relationships with people of other backgrounds in the local neighbourhood. GREEN Short Description Through Boost North East, the Bromley by Bow Centre is providing non-accredited English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL), and digital inclusion classes alongside social mixing activities. The project will support people to become confident engaging with the local community, and services using English. 280 learners will be supported. Progress Update During the October to December 2025 period the number of registered participants who took part in regular project activities was 37. The vast majority of the cohorts were Bangladeshi women aged 30 and above and many of those were in the harder to reach over 50’s group. During this quarter the BOOST programme had 17 new learners in the cohort. They were divided into two classes based on ability. There were a further 11 learners who had not completed their hours during the previous term. They were included in a catchup class in an effort to ensure they had the requisite hours and so that they could be encouraged to take up study. The classes were on Mondays and Tuesdays with Social Mixing activities taking place mainly on Wednesdays; all classes took place at the BBBC. The main theme of the ESOL classes were health related, particularly focussed on appointments at the GP. The other themes were digital inclusion and understanding festivals celebrated in local communities. The social mixing sessions supported the health theme within the BOOST ESOL and primarily focussed on mental wellbeing. Canvas of Creation –- A Six-Week Journey of Healing & Empowerment workshops. The sessions were designed to combine art and self-expression with gentle ESOL practice, using painting, oil pastels, and collage to help learners explore their creativity, build confidence, and practice English naturally. All KPIs have been met for the year except for people completing their 45 hours (30 hours of ESOL, 15 social mixing). Across the two years, the Project has identified that there are currently 48 people who are 15 hours or fewer away from completing their hours, including 12 from the latest September cohort. Most of this gap is from social mixing hours, not ESOL hours. Project has found that a number of people do not put as much importance into social mixing compared to ESOL. This stems culturally, where people put more significance on 'pen and paper' compared to enrichment. The Project plans to use this term to drive up social mixing by developing Digital Clubs. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Geographical Breakdown Geographical context The project mainly serves participants from the Bow area in line with the funding agreement with the highest participation from Bromley South, Bromley North, Mile End and Bow East. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 1 0 3 1 21 7 7 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 2 0 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8929 deafPLUS Improving deaf and hard of hearing residents English, Maths and digital skills Boroughwide 102,500.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including increased confidence, improved mental wellbeing and stronger community connections. GREEN Short Description A borough wide life long learning project that will improve deaf and hard of hearing residents English and Maths and digital skills, reducing socio- economic deprivation in Tower Hamlets. Progress Update During this quarter (Oct to Dec 2025), the project has supported 4 unique individuals. The project continued delivering the “Choosing Skills for Everyday Life” programme, with a focus on building confidence in English, Maths, and digital communication skills through real-life contexts. The Project supports adults who struggle with reading English and understanding numbers engaging them in one-to-one and small group sessions During this funding period the project was able to provide courses focusing on topics including budgeting and planning, calculating percentages, understanding bank statements. The project delivered workshops focusing on reading and literacy, understanding news and current events, and how to use apps to read the news. Learners reported greater confidence with basic calculations, understanding their bank statements, their incomes and expenditures and how they can budget to make more of their decisions independently. The wellbeing officer responsible for outreach and reporting left deafplus suddenly due to personal circumstances, and this had an impact on the numbers. deafplus are looking for his replacement and hope to have someone in the post ASAP. During this quarter the project has achieved the following KPIs: - 4 reported greater confidence and improved digital skills. - 4 reported improved English & Math skills All sessions were held at the deafPLUS Whitechapel Office and sessions were tailored to suit the needs of individual learners. Geographical Breakdown Participation from 4/20 wards, but participation can be further broadened geographically to meet boroughwide outreach. The highest participation is from Stepney Green. Grant Officer will work with the organisation to review and improve geographical spread for delivery of programme Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 2 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8700 East London Advanced Technology Training BOOST (Building On Our Skills Together) South West Shadwell,St Dunstan's,Stepney Green,Whitechapel 136,667.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including increased confidence, personal development and stronger community connections. GREEN Short Description BOOST South West provides accessible, entry-level ESOL classes to develop English language skills, digital inclusion, and preparation for lifelong learning for 300 migrants and refugees in SW Tower Hamlets, 2023-2027. Courses will be tailored to learners’ lives and include classroom activities, visits to places of interest and community engagement activities. Progress Update During this quarter (Oct-Dec 2025) the project has supported 60 participants. The BOOST Project continues to make a meaningful impact in supporting refugees and migrants in Tower Hamlets to develop their English skills, build confidence, and progress into volunteering, employment, and further education. Between October and December, the project has delivered Entry Level ESOL courses and a wide range of community-based activities designed to meet learners’ diverse needs. The project delivers classes in a range of locations in the community including Children’s Centres, Primary Schools, community centres such as the Stepney Community Trust and faith venues such as East London Mosque. Many of these venues also offer crèche facilities, which have proved vital in enabling parents of ryoung children to take part in the courses. ELATT’s wrap-around student support further contributes to learner retention and progression. Learners have access to the Wellbeing Service, which delivers group workshops designed to reduce stress, support mental and physical health, and promote confidence and connection. During this reporting period, one group participated in a ‘Dance with Lucilia’ workshop in October, and both crafts and a ‘Joy of Movement’ session were included as part of the December student celebration, held at the London Muslim Centre. As well as their ESOL classes, participants have been invited to join a range of clubs (both online and in person) to enhance their learning journeys and improve their skills and progression. These include a Digital Skills Club, Conversation Clubs and Employability Clubs. Through embedded employability discussions, progression-focused activities, and one-to-one support, learners are being supported to develop awareness of next steps beyond ESOL. One group volunteered at the ELATT Job Fair at the Museum of the Home in October 2025. They helped with welcoming visitors at reception, signposting participants to different organisations and supported with the catering for lunch provided. Other students volunteered at conversation clubs in the borough to support language learning and develop their employability skills. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Geographical Breakdown Geographical context Project monitoring demonstrates engagement of refugees and migrants in line with application expectations on geographical monitoring. The geographical area served is Shadwell but the project is not restricted to Shadwell. The highest participation is from Whitechapel, Bow West, Mile End and Bethnal Green East. A good spread of participation from 11/20 wards. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 7 0 2 0 0 7 0 0 9 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 5 6 0 13 0 6 0 3 1 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8934 ICM Foundation CIC CORE News Community Newspaper Boroughwide 102,500.00 Monitoring return shows that project has made good cumulative progress towards its KPIs demonstrating strong performance and delivery in line with the funding agreement. GREEN Short Description Adults with learning disabilities will develop skills and work towards a qualification to design and produce a tri-annual community newspaper, informing people of and reviewing activities to be distributed to community groups in London with the focus on reducing social isolation and increased participation through low cost or free activities. Progress Update During this reporting period from October to December 2025 the project has supported 11 unique individuals. The project delivers sessions and activities that improve the lives of Adults with learning disabilities; improving their levels of confidence and resilience and improving their levels of digital and employability skills. The project supports adults with learning disabilities to plan, prepare, produce and print the CORE News Community Newspaper as well as writing articles. The group visit local facilities and amenities and write reviews of the places they have visited in their newsletters and publish their visits on Youtube videos. Their participation in the project (producing the newsletter and presenting it to other disability groups and planning the workshops) has given them excellent practical skills and confidence to be ambassadors and advocates for Adults with learning disabilities. The Core newsletter is printed and delivered to groups in London as well as being available in public spaces such as Tower Hamlets Idea stores and local community organisations. Project Achievements The group have finished writing the articles for the Spring Edition of CORE News and have recently decided on the photos to be used in the articles. Project anticipates being ready to print by the beginning of February 2026. The group have started working on researching for the summer edition of the newspaper and have decided on about half of the content. All of the group state that they enjoy doing research for each edition. ICM are working on getting the CORE News website up and running, the design has been completed, and is now in the process of trying to upload past editions. ICM are hoping it can go live by the end of August. All participants have completed a 6-week health course called the Good Moves Programme to improve their health and wellbeing. They really enjoyed the sessions, and most have asked whether they can do more sessions. Although it is not known when the project will deliver training to the disability groups, the group have been practicing, and 77% have reported an increase in their confidence to deliver the training. Significant Outcomes Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 As a result of the Good Moves programme the group have been focusing more on being aware of what they are eating and being more active. Everyone stated that they would take steps to improve their health either by making changes to their diet or to their levels of activity. The group went to do training at the Apple Store as one of their articles and enjoyed the training and will be doing the other sessions they have on offer. The group will be doing the AbilityNet sessions again in June. They need to decide on the content they would like to cover in these sessions before they start. The project is still waiting on social services for two new referrals but and have been told that they were only dealing with urgent cases for the foreseeable future. Although staff have been chasing this up regularly, social services have made it very clear that these reviews won’t be done any time soon. Project is waiting on responses from the other disability groups in Tower Hamlets to get back regarding the newspaper group presenting their workshop on how people with disabilities should be supported. As yet the project has not had any responses from the other groups and have recently chased this up. The project is now hoping to set up some sessions in the next couple of months. Geographical Breakdown Geographical context A good spread of participation from 9/20 wards, but participation can be further broadened geographically to meet boroughwide outreach. The highest participation is from Bethnal Green East and Poplar. Officer will work to review and improve geographical spread for delivery of programme. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 0 0 1 0 1 0 0 1 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 1 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8974 Island House Community Centre DIGITAL DAY Boroughwide 85,417.00 Monitoring return shows that project has made good cumulative progress towards its KPIs, demonstrating strong performance and delivery in line with the funding agreement. GREEN Short Description Digital Day will develop the existing SKILLS project, providing 3 levels of support to digitally-excluded clients. Teaching basic digital skills and providing computer/internet access for necessary for life tasks that have moved online, supporting the digitally excluded, improving skills, reducing digital exclusion, and enabling access to health and social care. Progress Update During this quarter Oct-Dec 25 Island House continues to collaborate with the Island Advice Centre to deliver the weekly Digital Support Drop-In session. The project recognises the lack of digital literacy within the community; certain groups are struggling accessing critical facilities due to their lack of digital literacy, hence why the project continuously strives to reduce the digital divide amongst the local community. As Christmas approached, demand for the weekly session remained constant. Due to staff annual leave, the sessions were closed for the last 2 weeks of December. Members of the community continued to attend these weekly sessions despite early closing notice, hoping to receive support. Staff appreciate the significant impact that even a short closure can have on local residents. As January approaches, this unmet demand will inevitably roll over, and the project expects to see an increase in attendance in the coming weeks. During this last quarter the project saw a total of 129 people, a weekly average of 13 participants. The project continues to see a diverse demographic, including individuals of all ages and backgrounds, particularly those from low-income households. The primary goal of the project is to reduce the digital divide within the local community that is steadily progressing, and continue delivering exceptional services in 2026. The assistance provided spans a variety of areas, including welfare support, access to online training, and help with digital devices. KPI achievements this quarter include: 129 individuals completed digital sessions 95 individuals reported reduced digital exclusion 89 reported improved confidence. The weekly 2-hour sessions run from 10.00 to 12.00 at Island House. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Geographical Breakdown Geographical context A good spread of participation 16/20 wards. The highest participation is from Blackwall and Cubitt Town, Lansbury, Island Gardens and Canary Wharf. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 0 3 1 3 1 0 2 3 4 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 2 1 0 0 26 20 22 15 2 8 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8677 LifeLine Community Projects Creative English Mile End,Poplar,Shadwell,Whitechapel 85,417.00 Monitoring return shows that project has made good cumulative progress towards its KPIs, demonstrating strong performance and delivery in line with the funding agreement. GREEN Short Description Creative English is a volunteer-led English language programme that teaches everyday English speaking to people from marginalised and minority groups who do not speak English as a first/main language. Delivered by faith and community groups, Creative English uses applied drama techniques to engage learners in a fun and welcoming environment. Progress Update During this quarter Oct-Dec 2025 the project has supported a total of 66 unique individuals. The Creative English project is delivered over a 10 week programme, where learners act out talking to the doctor, going to the pharmacy or speaking to teachers about their children. They might dress up as a doctor with a stethoscope, or pretend to go to the shops to buy different items using English only. Using a suitcase full of resources, which includes items for dressing up and other props, participants enter into real life scenarios to improve and build confidence to use English in everyday situations. In the previous quarter the project engaged ELATT, trained a number of their volunteers and started delivery in four locations and Wapping Bangladeshi Association continued to engage new learners. During this quarter the creative English programme has continued with ELATT now being the main delivery partner with the Wapping Bangladeshi Association running a half contract. The project have seen over 50 people start the programme with 35 attending 7 sessions or more. Geographical Breakdown Geographical context The geographical areas served during this quarter include: Bow West, Shadwell, St Katherine's and Wapping, Stepney Green and Whitechapel. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 0 11 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 6 22 10 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8715 Limehouse Project ESOL & Digital Training Limehouse,Mile End,Poplar,St Dunstan's,Stepney Green 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. GREEN Short Description Limehouse Project’s ESOL & Digital Training programme is a supportive coaching initiative funded by the Council which helps residents improve their command of the English language and basic digital skills. We hope to empower residents to improve their lives by learning new skills for life and life-long learning. Progress Update Limehouse Project: Monitoring report 1. Project overview The Pre-ESOL and Digital Skills programme continued seamlessly into this quarter with the same cohort of 15 women progressing from the previous term. Recruitment and engagement activity also continued to identify and support new learners. All participants remain assessed at pre- entry level English, with structured classroom-based and interactive sessions delivered using a co-production approach. Student feedback continues to shape lesson content, ensuring practical application of English in real-life settings and maintaining high levels of engagement. 2. KPIs KPI 1: Improvements in personal communication skills Target: 6 learners per quarter Actual: 15 learners KPI 2: Improvements in confidence and self-esteem Target: 5 learners per quarter Actual: 15 learners KPI 3: Improvements in digital skills and basic IT applications Target: 5 learners per quarter Actual: 15 learners 4. Organisational developments Currently under assessment for The King’s Award for Voluntary Service (KAVS), the highest national honour for volunteer-led community groups. Under review for re-award of Investing in Volunteers. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Staff training up to date in Mental Health Safeguarding (Levels 2 & 3), First Aid, and Health & Safety. Advice Quality Standard review scheduled for January 2026. These developments strengthen governance, safeguarding, and quality assurance across programme delivery. 5. Geographical breakdown As expected the highest concentration of participants is in Limehouse and Shadwell, indicating strong engagement within the immediate local community and surrounding neighbourhoods. 6. Summary The project continues to exceed all KPI targets and the project remains on track, demonstrating strong learner outcomes, effective co-production, and measurable impact within Tower Hamlets. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 3 0 0 0 0 0 1 4 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8803 Social Action For Health Bengali Women's ESOL Walking Group Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Spitalfields and Banglatown,Whitechapel 85,229.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including reduced isolation, improved physical and mental wellbeing and enabling more positive interaction with the wider community. GREEN Short Description This project brings together Bengali women for a weekly walking group to enjoy some gentle movement, and practice conversational English, thus reducing isolation, improving physical and mental wellbeing and enabling more positive interaction with the wider community and services such as GPs and other health professionals. Progress Update The project continues to be well received by the local community. In this quarter Oct-Dec 25, the project has supported 54 women from the target demographic group. 100% of attendees continue to meet the target beneficiary group of the project. The project continues to hold groups on Tuesday and Wednesday mornings in Collingwood Children’s Centre. Key points to note: -Project tutors continue to co-produce sessions with attendees to respond to community priorities. -Weekly attendance averages 12-18 people per session. Project is at capacity. 18 is the absolute maximum the project can support in one session because of the space of the venue and to ensure a meaningful experience for the attendees. -Session delivery is supported by volunteers, which brings additional capacity to the sessions and learning opportunities and development for the volunteers. -On-site gentle exercise takes place at all sessions with walks around the local area when the weather has been suitable. -The project provided new tuition resources from “Education and Training Foundation” this quarter. English tuition topics covered by the groups this term include Topic 2: My local area (Unit 1: My neighbourhood, and Unit 2: Local services). Impact With a consistent group now in attendance, the project has not carried out a specific impact assessment this quarter. Next quarter (Q4) the project will review baseline data collected from new participants over the Q3/Q4 period and will repeat questionnaires to assess impact from baseline. Staff hope that a six-month time frame will provide evidence of improvement in English comprehension and language along with an increase in confidence and improved mental and physical health in comparison to baseline data. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Over the next quarter, staff will guide the beneficiaries to attend the Tower Hamlets English Language Fair on the 5th of February and explore local opportunities for advanced English courses, adult education, employment support and volunteering. Project staff believe it is important to assist participants not only in finding suitable opportunities but also in understanding and completing the application and testing processes, which can be challenging and a barrier for some in the community. Geographic al Breakdown Geographical context The geographical area served is Bethnal Green West so the highest participation was from Bethnal Green West followed by Bethnal Green East and Spitalfields and Banglatown. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 14 6 30 2 1 0 0 0 0 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8996 Stifford Centre Limited BAME Women’s Empowerment Programme Shadwell,St Dunstan's,St Katherine's and Wapping,Stepney Green,Whitechapel 99,083.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including increased confidence, improved language and digital skills, and greater awareness of employment pathways. GREEN Short Description Stifford Centre's BAME Women’s Empowerment Programme empowers BAME women in Tower Hamlets through comprehensive ESOL classes, employability work and digital skills training. Our goal is to bridge socio-economic gaps and boost integration, confidence, and participation in the local economy. Progress Update During this quarter Oct-Dec 25 the project has continued to deliver the BAME Women’s Empowerment Programme, a comprehensive initiative aimed at engaging and uplifting disenfranchised women living in Tower Hamlets. The programme has placed a strong emphasis on supporting women from BAME backgrounds who experience multiple barriers to social and economic participation, including language challenges, limited digital access, low confidence, and long-term unemployment. Throughout the delivery period, the programme has focused on addressing both practical and personal barriers, ensuring that participants receive holistic support at every stage of their journey. During this funding period the project has supported 53 unique individuals. A key component of the programme has been the delivery of ESOL classes. During this quarter, the project has delivered 22 ESOL classes and these sessions have supported participants to improve their spoken and written English, with a particular focus on everyday communication, workplace language, and confidence in engaging with services. Improved language skills have enabled participants to communicate more effectively, engage in learning activities, and increase their independence. Alongside ESOL provision, Lifelong Learning Confidence Building workshops were delivered to address low self-esteem, social isolation, and lack of confidence, which are common barriers for women who have been distant from education or employment for long periods. These workshops provided a safe and supportive environment where participants could build self-belief, develop goal-setting skills, and increase motivation. Feedback indicates that women felt more confident expressing themselves, participating in group discussions, and considering new opportunities. During the quarter, the project has delivered 23 employability training sessions and the Employability course focused on preparing participants for the labour market by developing essential skills such as CV writing, interview techniques, job searching, and understanding employer expectations. Participants were introduced to different employment pathways and encouraged to identify transferable skills gained through volunteering, caring responsibilities, and community involvement. The course helped demystify the recruitment process and increased participants’ readiness to pursue employment or further training. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 In recognition of the growing importance of digital skills, the programme also delivered a Digital Literacy course. During the quarter, the project has delivered 20 Digital Upskills sessions and this component supported women to develop basic IT skills, including using computers and mobile devices, accessing online services, creating email accounts, and navigating job search platforms. Improving digital confidence has been particularly important in reducing exclusion and enabling participants to independently access learning, employment opportunities, and essential services. Overall, the BAME Women’s Empowerment Programme has made strong progress in supporting women to overcome multiple barriers to employment and social inclusion. The programme has laid a solid foundation for continued progression into employment, volunteering, or further education, contributing positively to the economic and social wellbeing of women in Tower Hamlets. Geographical Breakdown Geographical context During this quarter the geographical areas served by the project include: Stepney Green, St Dunstan’s, Whitechapel and Shadwell. The wards of Spitalfields and Banglatown, Limehouse, Poplar, St Katherine's and Wapping have not been covered. Officer will work to review and improve geographical spread for delivery of programme in those wards. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 7 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 14 28 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8936 Tower Hamlets Parents Centre THPC Digital Inclusion Programme for BAME Women Spitalfields and Banglatown,St Dunstan's,St Katherine's and Wapping,Stepney Green,Weavers,Whitechapel 41,000.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including increased self-confidence, improved digital skills and reduced social isolation. GREEN Short Description This Project will deliver a 36-hour Computer Training Programme that will improve the Skills, Employment Readiness and Inclusion of 140 local disadvantaged women from BAME Communities. Progress Update During the last quarter (Oct– Dec 2025), the project has supported 20 unique individuals. The Project delivered 2 and a half hourly 11 Sessions (27.5 hours) of Computer Training to each of the 2 cohort of beneficiaries. Thus, in total, the Project delivered 22 sessions (55 hours) of ICT Training to both cohorts of beneficiaries, who attended the Courses. The Sessions were delivered, having assessed the abilities and aptitudes of the beneficiaries and aimed at improving the Skills, employment readiness and Digital inclusion of the beneficiaries. In response to the verbal questions asked by the Tutor and Classroom Assistant, the beneficiaries reported that they learnt the use of ICT equipment and they felt less isolated, having made friends and supporting each other in the sessions. They also stated that they would like to improve their ICT Skills further to be able to access online Services, mobile Apps e.g. for Banking and NHS and Shopping. They would also like to improve their Word Processing Skills. They further stated that they enjoyed attending the Sessions and they were satisfied with the improvements made. The Sessions were led according to the abilities and aptitudes of the beneficiaries through an Assessment made initially. However, the Tutor, having observed the beneficiaries continuously and assessed them verbally, stated that she found that some of the beneficiaries were behind with their progress, because they were not literate in their first language and they lacked learning discipline as they did not ever attend any schooling in the past. Thus, it took longer for them to learn these Skills and retain new information. The Project will undertake a Survey through a Questionnaire by the end of June 2026, to evaluate their progress on completion of the Courses. Geographical Breakdown The geographical areas served during this period include Spitalfields and Banglatown and Whitechapel. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 15 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 5 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Theme 3 – Culture, Business, Jobs, and Skills Scheme A - Employment and Skills Opportunities for Socially Excluded Residents ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9080 Account3 Ltd Jobs for the Girls - Employability for Marginalised Women of Tower Hamlets Boroughwide 68,333.00 RED - PROJECT CLOSED. Account3 notified LBTH of organisational liquidation during November 2025. RED Short Description This project will provide unemployed women including returners with multi lingual support to plan their futures through offer of MATRIX accredited career guidance, training and support to better understand the jobs market and make the right decisions to get into paid work that offers career progression and stable employment. Progress Update During Oct–Dec 2025, Jobs for the Girls entered a wind-down phase. They have delivered some activity such as registering 7 new clients and securing 4 people into paid employment but due to organisational challenges they weren't able to achieve any more than that. Account3 was unable to meet its financial liabilities and would enter liquidation. The submitted report states that due to imminent liquidation has led to staff stress, illness and absences. Their Project Closure Report has been uploaded to Documents. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 3 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 1 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8816 Circle Community Circle Community's Back Your Future @ Canary Wharf employability programme for young people Boroughwide 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed all their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description Back Your Future @ Canary Wharf will provide holistic employability support to 495 NEET young people. Access to work experience, job-seeking skills, sector knowledge, wellbeing support and entry level jobs with Canary Wharf employers will provide them with the knowledge, networks and confidence to find, sustain, and progress in work. Progress Update During this quarter, the project supported 15 young people aged 17–25 from Tower Hamlets who faced significant barriers to employment, including limited work experience, mental health difficulties, and additional support needs. Despite a challenging labour market with fewer entry‑level roles, the programme maintained strong engagement and adapted delivery by strengthening employer links and focusing on transferable skills and work readiness. The project achieved positive outcomes, with several participants completing the programme and others progressing into employment. Young people reported improved wellbeing, reduced anxiety, greater confidence, and clearer career goals. Delivery was shaped by the complexity of participants’ needs, requiring flexible, personalised support and longer preparation periods. Overall, the project continued to demonstrate strong impact, helping those furthest from the labour market move closer to sustained employment. Delivery Address: 3 Parker House, Admiral's Way, E14 9UQ Geographic al Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 2 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 2 2 1 0 1 1 1 0 0 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8701 East London Advanced Technology Training Tower Hamlets Community Works Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Limehouse,Poplar,Shadwell,St Dunstan's,Stepney Green,Weavers,Whitechapel 102,500.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed all of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description TH Community Works is an innovative, holistic programme of employability skills training, personal development, one-to-one support, volunteering and work experience to support unemployed refugees and migrant residents of Tower Hamlets into work. It will empower participants to build a career and navigate the UK job market independently. Progress Update Between October and December, ELATT supported a new cohort of refugees and migrants through the Community Works project, providing Individual Learning Plans, one‑to‑one careers advice, and group employability sessions covering CVs, job search and interview skills. Learners also gained practical experience at ELATT’s annual job fair, the Compass Wellbeing Employability Fair and through Creative English Facilitator Training. By the end of the quarter, participants showed increased confidence, stronger communication and digital skills, and improved ability to navigate online job applications and progression pathways. Delivery Address: ELATT, 260 Kingsland Rd, London, E8 4DG Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's), however, the report they submitted shows that they have been serving boroughwide. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 7 1 2 0 0 7 0 0 9 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 5 6 0 16 0 6 0 3 1 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9036 Hornafrik Integration Projects Ltd E14 BAME Skills Development and Employment Project Blackwall and Cubitt Town,Island Gardens,Lansbury,Poplar 70,623.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed most of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description Our project aims to work with the hard-to reach, excluded BAME, mainly Somali and other African communities who live in 3 wards in Tower Hamlets, who are long-term unemployed and/or economically inactive, including individuals with no formal or limited educational qualifications. Progress Update During October to December 2025, the E14 BAME Development Project delivered significant progress in supporting unemployed residents from Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic communities. Over 95 individuals received support through accredited SIA and CSCS training alongside employability workshops, helping them build essential vocational skills and improve their readiness for work. The project achieved strong outcomes, including an 85% course completion rate and around 65% of trained participants securing or moving toward employment in sectors such as security and construction. A strengthened monitoring and evaluation framework enabled the project to track progress effectively and refine delivery based on participant and employer feedback. Despite achievements, barriers such as childcare, transport, language needs, and shifting labour‑market conditions impacted participation and job access. In response, the project will expand outreach, introduce multilingual resources, and adapt training content to market trends, ensuring continued improvements and stronger long‑term support for BAME communities in E14. Delivery Address: The Reach Community Hub, 1 Oliphant St, London, E14 0GB Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 6 2 5 2 6 3 2 3 8 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 7 2 3 9 6 8 9 4 6 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8742 Leaders in Community Youth and Community Social Action Hub Lansbury,Poplar 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed most of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description The project will create a safe and inclusive hub for youth and community social action work placements, which will help develop campaigns on equity and employment by addressing barriers to progress, and raising aspirations for young people and older community members, particularly for people from Black, Asian, and Multi-Ethnicity backgrounds. Progress Update During this quarter, the project delivered a highly productive programme that strengthened young people’s employability skills, confidence and peer relationships, while also celebrating a major milestone with the project lead being nominated by London Youth for Youth Professional of the Year. Key highlights included an intensive Employability Week, successful corporate‑led workshops during the career fair, and a youth‑led panel where participants showcased leadership at a borough‑wide event. A group visit to Frameless on 5 November further supported social bonding and confidence‑building. Overall, activities this quarter resulted in increased participant confidence, stronger group cohesion and enhanced employability competencies, contributing meaningfully to young people’s personal and professional development. Delivery Address: Leaders in Community, Teviot Centre, Wyvis Street, London, E14 6QD Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target Lansbury ward. However, they have shown in their report that they have served boroughwide. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 0 0 0 0 0 5 1 1 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 1 0 1 1 1 2 6 0 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8716 Limehouse Project More New Horizons Limehouse,Mile End,Poplar,St Dunstan's,Stepney Green 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed most of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description Limehouse Project’s ‘More New Horizons’ project seeks to support local women to gain the skills to get into work and/or to begin to run their own online businesses which can be managed around a work-life balance and household responsibilities. Progress Update This quarter, the project continued to build on previous momentum by prioritising co‑production, student feedback, and meaningful engagement across local outreach venues. A total of 17 women are now actively involved, including many first‑time participants reached through strengthened links with Marion Richardson School, the Porter Cabin, and local TRA networks. The project worker has been developing crucial relationships to engage hard‑to‑reach groups, and plans for next quarter include employment workshops, enhanced action‑planning support, and additional one‑to‑one sessions with tutors to provide tailored guidance where needed. Delivery Address: Unit 2, 789-791 Commercial Road, St Anne Street, London, E14 7HG Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target Limehouse ward, however, their report shows that they have served boroughwide. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 2 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 2 0 4 0 0 0 0 3 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9017 Mind in Tower Hamlets, Newham and Redbridge Mindful Barista Project Boroughwide 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also Monitoring site visit carried out during this Quarter to see project taking place. GREEN Short Description The Mindful Barista Project will support people living with mental health to access employment training and experience to become a Barista and gain work experience in local cafes. We will support up to 20 people per year to gain experience of working in a cafe and becoming a Barista. Progress Update This quarter café has focused on: • Recruitment into the Mindful Barista Programme • Christmas /Seasonal Events • Café operations relating to the annual FSA Food Hygiene inspection, including updates to the Mindful Barista training. During the training, one of the Mindful Baristas decided they wanted to become a volunteer befriender for other adults who needed mental health support. She was supported with mentoring and advice and successfully secured a placement after completing the Barista training. The Café supported a number of events over the quarter, with the Black History Month and Christmas Lunch Events being particular highlights. The Café provided a large selection of food serving 30-55 people at each event, with dish selection and preparation involving clients and staff . Work went into ensuring all Café operations and documentation was up to date and in line with FSA regulations and there was an unannounced inspection in December, maintaining a 5-star rating. Positive feedback received on food hygiene and cleanliness standards. Promoted the Mindful Barista Programme to services including Working Well Trust and continued to receive steady stream of referrals. Organisation have submitted images and a Testimonial with the report. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8885 Osmani Trust Pathway to Employment Boroughwide 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed most of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description We are seeking to deliver an education, employment and training-focused project to reduce barriers to employment for NEET young people in Tower Hamlets. We will develop their confidence and employability skills, help them gain qualifications and work experience and support them with progressing into education, employment or training. Progress Update During Quarter 3, officers supported 23 young adults through IAG, leading to positive progression outcomes including one securing employment with Screwfix, two enrolling on a CSCS course, and three completing accredited training in electrical works, SIA Door Supervision, and First Aid. Additional outcomes included one young adult starting a traffic management course and two beginning volunteering roles in social media, marketing, and content creation. Alongside these achievements, officers provided holistic support around job applications, interview preparation, PIP and Universal Credit claims, passport renewals, and housing issues, ensuring comprehensive guidance tailored to individual needs. Delivery Address: Osmani Centre 58 Underwood Road, London, E1 5AW Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 0 2 0 1 0 0 1 1 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 2 1 2 2 0 1 0 3 3 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8671 Providence Row Employability & Progression (E&P) programme helping homeless people get closer to, or into, employment Boroughwide,Spitalfields and Banglatown 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed all of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description Our Employability & Progression (E&P) project will support 110 extremely vulnerable, disadvantaged and excluded homeless people in Tower Hamlets, annually. Through our numerous tried-and-tested learning, training, peer mentoring, work-placement and employment opportunities we will help people get off, and stay off, the streets and begin leading more independent, self-sustaining lives. Progress Update During this quarter, the service focused on embedding its new pathway model to improve referral quality and ensure clients are appropriately matched to support, leading to more purposeful early engagement and clearer progression planning. A new outreach partnership with Positive East strengthened access to E&P services for homeless clients in Mile End, while enhanced internal processes helped identify job‑ready individuals earlier, resulting in more timely employment outcomes. Targeted IAG assessments encouraged greater client ownership and motivation, and ESOL learners demonstrated strong progress, with many moving into vocational training and employment‑focused activities. Overall, the quarter marked a period of strategic consolidation, improved partnership working and more client‑centred delivery, creating stronger foundations for future impact. Delivery Address: The Dellow Centre, 82 Wentworth Street, London, E1 7SA. Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 31 0 2 0 0 0 0 4 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 0 0 0 0 0 9 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8952 Stepney Community Trust (SCT) “Employment Pathways” Boroughwide,Spitalfields and Banglatown,St Dunstan's,Stepney Green,Whitechapel 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed most of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description “Employment Pathways” will develop training and support programmes for local people, farthest away from the job market, to improve employability and become better able to compete for jobs; the programme will comprise skills training, 1-1 mentoring, practical job search activities and work experience to progress along ‘employment pathways’. Progress Update During the reporting period, the project registered eight female participants and delivered eight personalised one‑to‑one career sessions. Each beneficiary received tailored advice, job‑search support, assistance with applications and personal statements, and the opportunity to discuss employment barriers and future goals. A new partnership was established with Leaders in Communities at the Teviot Centre in E14, where a weekly drop‑in service operates on Wednesdays. In addition, two co‑designed IT short courses now run every Tuesday and Wednesday, shaped by beneficiary input and aligned with career interests such as junior administration, teaching assistant roles, and retail. Employability workshops were temporarily paused due to limited staffing capacity, though beneficiaries continued to receive support through office appointments, drop‑in sessions, and a WhatsApp group. Local job vacancies were regularly shared via the group to maintain engagement. The team also identified low male participation and will prioritise targeted outreach next quarter to increase male beneficiary involvement. Delivery Address: Stepney Community Trust, 46 Myrdle Street, Whitechapel, E1 1HL. Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 1 1 0 1 1 1 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 1 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9077 Streets of Growth Inspire Talent: Youth employability programme Boroughwide 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes and KPI's are being met. GREEN Short Description We will support 16-25s Young adults who face complex barriers to work – showcasing their abilities and ensuring successful employment/training transitions. Engaging participants through outreach, we will develop their skills through strategic employer partnerships and a vibrant programme of life skills/work training, career mentoring, work experience and viable career pathways. Progress Update This quarter engaged 34 participants, bringing the cumulative total of young people onboarded since the start of the funding period to 40. All participants come from high-risk backgrounds, having experienced significant harm outside the home. Delivered a wide range of activities addressing lifestyle, education, employability, and community engagement, supporting our overarching goals of harm reduction and improved education, employment, and training (EET) outcomes, with 40 interventions, including 14 group sessions. 2 participants completed placements, 1 participant continues as an intern in the Heritage Culture Plan as a Young Leader, 5 participants attended; all offered summer work placements and 11 participants received Certificates of Completion for the Street to Site Programme. Organisation has submitted a Power Point Presentation for Heritage Programme Culture Plan, Impact Report and Case Study. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 1 0 1 0 4 3 0 2 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 4 0 5 3 3 0 4 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8957 The Bangladesh Youth Movement (BYM) “Opening Doors” [The Ethnically Diverse Women’s Engagement Initiative] Shadwell,Spitalfields and Banglatown,St Dunstan's,St Katherine's and Wapping,Stepney Green,Weavers,Whitechapel 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also Monitoring site visit carried out during this Quarter to see project taking place. GREEN Short Description “Opening Doors” is an initiative customised to support those residents furthest from the labour market i.e. females from Bangladeshi and ethnically diverse communities who are regularly excluded from development opportunities; they will build confidence, work-related skills and experience through employment-driven training and work development activities to become ready for work. Progress Update BYM women education and training project delivered activities in the period such as ESOL, ICT, Job search, CV preparation , workshops and volunteers, 1-1 support on employment related issues. Targets being met and outcomes achieved in this period. Codesign activities with stakeholder that took place in this quarter, identifying barriers to participants or changing needs, Organisation has submitted a spreadsheet with cost breakdown, case study and picture Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 3 0 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9047 Volunteer Centre Tower Hamlets Improving Employability Through Volunteering Boroughwide 134,104.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed most of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description Our project will support socially excluded residents from across the borough, including those who are further away from the labour market, to volunteer in local voluntary, community and statutory organisations, where they will gain workplace experience, training, references and improve their employability, skills and confidence. Progress Update During this quarter, VCTH delivered multiple volunteering presentations and stalls across Tower Hamlets—including WorkPath events, Job Centre fairs, Idea Store sessions, Compass Wellbeing fairs and online briefings—reaching diverse groups such as ESOL learners, WorkPath clients and employability course students. A total of 331 residents registered with VCTH and received information about the Improving Employability Through Volunteering (IETV) programme, while 31 individuals enrolled between October and December for tailored advice, role matching and follow‑up guidance. Since April 2025, the programme has supported 89 participants, with planned presentations scheduled for January 2026 and a pause on outreach during Ramadan. Delivery Address: VCTH do not have a premise as they operate completely remotely. Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 2 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8964 Working Well Trust Upskill Works Boroughwide 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also Monitoring site visit carried out during this Quarter to see project taking place. GREEN Short Description We will support people with lived experience of mental health, learning disabilities and/or neurodiversity to address the barriers to progressing towards employment, to improve their employment prospects, to achieve and sustain their employment goals. Progress Update This quarter there has been a number of new referrals, predominantly consisting of new referrals, majority of outputs have been changes of direction or developing their CV as part of their recovery. Upskill Works has exceed targets for referrals this quarter, 16 Tower Hamlets residents received one to one support to action plan and take steps towards employment goals, clients have accessed activities including CV reviews and individual support with applications. Courses have included free SIA security courses available at New City College and Poplar Harca, a number of clients supported on to basic skills courses, IT and Functional skills maths and English courses, Organisation has submitted a case study, feedback for and registration details. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 0 2 4 0 2 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 1 0 0 0 1 0 2 0 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Theme 3 – Culture, Business, Jobs, and Skills Scheme B – Sports and Local Culture and Heritage ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9086 Bromley By Bow Community Organisation BBBCO Sporting Community Bromley South 51,250.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed all of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description BBBCO Sporting Community will provide sporting sessions to young people to improve their physical and mental health; develop their personal skills and social connections; act as a diversionary hook away from negative activities. Progress Update The project continued to progress as planned, with weekly fitness and sporting sessions delivered successfully. New registrations were collected, and several new participants were onboarded during this period. User feedback was also gathered and will be reviewed and analysed in January following the holiday break. In addition, the project have begun referring young people to their Bow Community Hub sessions, which offer a range of indoor activities. These referrals are being supported by young leaders from the Sporting Community Sessions, helping strengthen pathways between both programmes. Delivery Address: Marner School, E3 3LL Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target Bromley South and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 0 0 0 1 0 0 28 1 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 1 0 0 2 0 0 3 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8897 Four Corners East End Stories Boroughwide 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed all their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description “East End Stories” will provide seventy-two Tower Hamlets residents with the opportunity to participate in a programme of training and cultural activities which will culminate in them making films about their local community’s history and culture. Progress Update During the quarter, the project continued working with local residents and members of the Grand Union Housing Co‑op in Bethnal Green to document how a former squatter community saved their homes and built a sustainable neighbourhood. Volunteers were trained in photography preservation, darkroom printing, digitisation, oral history collection, and short‑film production, leading to new oral history interviews and four high‑quality short films made from Co‑op archive material. Workshops ran throughout October and November, engaging participants from Tower Hamlets, and all outputs will contribute to a free online resource and a co‑curated public exhibition, A Story of Squatters, opening at Four Corners Gallery in February 2026. Delivery Address: Four Corners, 121 Roman Road, Bethnal Green, London, E2 0QN. Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 0 4 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9050 Half Moon Young People's Theatre Professional Theatre and Inclusive Participatory Drama for Young People Boroughwide 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. GREEN Short Description Professional theatre shows and inclusive participatory drama opportunities in an accessible venue and in Children and Family Centres around the borough. Activity is for ages 0-18 (or 25 for disabled young people) from all backgrounds and abilities from across Tower Hamlets, with free access support for anyone with needs/disabilities. Progress Update Overview Between October and December 2025, Half Moon delivered a vibrant and well-attended programme of performances and participation activity for children, young people and families. The quarter saw strong audience numbers, high levels of engagement from local communities, and continued success in creating an inclusive, welcoming space for young audiences and participants. Performances and public programme During the quarter, Half Moon welcomed 15 companies presenting 11 shows for young audiences. In October, Half Moon hosted its annual Free Family Fun Day, offering underwater-themed workshops featuring singing, storytelling, drama and arts and crafts. The event welcomed over 820 attendees, representing a 36% increase on the previous year. Audience feedback highlighted the interactivity and creativity of the day, reinforcing Half Moon’s role as a valued community space. Youth Theatre programme The Autumn term saw 203 children and young people take part in the Youth Theatre programme, with 49 new participants joining Half Moon for the first time. Volunteers and placements Three youth volunteers from Half Moon’s After School Clubs supported sessions on Saturdays, gaining confidence and leadership experience while assisting younger participants. All three also took part in end-of-term performances. In addition, Half Moon hosted a HE placement student from Central School of Speech and Drama, who completed a 200-hour placement working across six Youth Theatre groups and developing her facilitation skills. KPI KPI 1 Number of children and young people reporting increased confidence through attending weekly Youth Theatre sessions Target: Written update (Year 2, Q4) Actual: Written update Progress: Pre-project questionnaires were completed at the start of the academic year. Post-project questionnaires will be completed at the end of the year, with results reported in Q2 of 2026–27. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 KPI 2 Number of children and young people reporting improved communication skills through attending weekly Youth Theatre sessions Target: Written update (Year 2, Q4) Actual: Written update Progress: Progress is tracked through questionnaires, witness statements, staff evaluations and detailed tracking of selected individuals. Full outcomes will be reported in Q2 of 2026–27 following completion of end-of-year evaluation. KPI 3 Number of children, young people, and parents/carers (who don’t normally access the arts) reporting feeling enriched by their experience at Half Moon Target: Year 1, Q4 – 500 Actual: 945 (estimated) Between October and December 2025, 315 new people registered on Half Moon’s box office system. Based on an average booking of three tickets per registration, this represents an estimated 945 new attendees experiencing Half Moon’s programme during the quarter. Audience feedback consistently highlights enjoyment, enrichment, inclusivity and accessibility. Summary During Q4, the HMYPT project continued to demonstrate strong delivery across performance, participation and community engagement. Audience numbers exceeded targets, Youth Theatre participation remained high, and feedback from both audiences and participants confirms Half Moon’s ongoing impact as an inclusive and enriching cultural space for children, young people and families in East London. Geographical Breakdown Geographical summary The highest concentrations of participants were from Mile End (20 participants), Shadwell (18) and Limehouse (18), indicating particularly strong engagement in these areas. Significant numbers of participants were also registered in St Dunstan’s and Lansbury (14 participants each), Stepney Green (13), and Bethnal Green East (11). Further engagement was recorded across Blackwall and Cubitt Town (10), Bow West (9), Poplar and Bow East (8 each), and Bromley South (7). Smaller but meaningful representation came from Whitechapel and Bromley North (6 each), Canary Wharf and Island Gardens (5 each), Spitalfields and Banglatown (4), Weavers (3), and Bethnal Green West and St Katharine’s and Wapping (2 each). Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 11 4 2 3 8 9 6 7 20 18 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 14 13 2 6 10 5 5 14 18 8 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8860 Kayd Somali Arts & Culture Tower Hamlets in Focus: Somali Arts Project Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Blackwall and Cubitt Town,Boroughwide,Bow East,Bow West,Bromley North,Bromley South,Canary Wharf,Limehouse,Mile End,Poplar,Shadwell,Spitalfields and Banglatown,St Dunstan's,St Katherine's and Wapping,Stepney Green,Whitechapel 68,333.00 Kayd has exceeded participation targets, delivered varied activities, and shown strong alignment with KPIS. GREEN Short Description Celebrate and showcasing Somali arts and culture in Tower Hamlets through a series of engaging events during the Somali Week Festival. Featuring a family weekend, a captivating documentary highlighting the historical significance of Somalis in East London, and a commissioned British-Somali play. Preserving cultural heritage &promoting artistic expression and storytelling. Progress Update Kayd successfully delivered a range of activities and events this quarter as part of Somali Week Festival. The festival ran during the final two weeks of October, activities include family weekend, children entertainment, story teller promoting Somali language literacy through reading and writing, premiered crush play, comedy night. A significant achievement this quarter was the completion and public screening of Untold Stories Part II. The documentary premiered on 25 October with 150 attendees, with a second screening on 29 November that attracted 180 attendees. This exceeded the target of 75 attendees, showing interest and engagement. A total of 1040 registered participants took part in regular project activities in the period. Participants were from every ward, demonstrating strong borough-wide representation and effective outreach. Photographs of the untold stories part II screenings were shared, showing clear delivery of project activity and engagement. Community consultation shaped the development of untold stories part II, demonstrating Kayd’s commitment to co-production and ensuring lived experience meaningfully informs the documentary. Overall, Kayd has exceeded participation targets, delivered varied activities, and shown strong alignment with KPIS. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 24 34 35 19 26 27 24 29 25 15 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 26 21 26 41 26 33 17 41 28 31 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8983 Magic Me CREATIVE MIX Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green), Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Weavers 136,523.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. They are yet to meet their targets due to the design and length of the programme but have delivered expected activities. GREEN Short Description CREATIVE MIX: a year-round programme of relationship building, arts workshops and creative events in and around Bethnal Green that will bring older and younger residents together, increasing individuals’ confidence and wellbeing, building connections across different faiths, cultures and backgrounds, through creativity and the arts. Progress Update During this quarter, Creative Mix began its third year of delivery with a new artist pairing—a creative movement facilitator and puppeteer—and successfully recruited older adults through expanded local outreach. After an introductory session at Mulberry UTC, weekly intergenerational workshops began at Pott Street, where participants explored their hopes for Tower Hamlets and created expressive puppets. Attendance from students was the strongest to date, enabling meaningful connections between young people and older adults, supported by excellent staff collaboration at Mulberry UTC. The term concluded with a celebratory sharing session, where participants showcased their work to family and friends, marking a positive end to a highly engaging and relationship‑building programme. Delivery Address: Magic Me, 26 Pott Street, Bethnal Green, London, E2 0EF. Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green), however, their report shows that they have served boroughwide. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 0 1 0 13 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9087 Ocean Youth Connexions Physical Health and fitness programmes Boroughwide 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed all of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description We want to continue deliver a Taekwondo Session for young girls from the BAME communities, a BAME men’s cycling activity and a weekend football programme that addresses social exclusions Progress Update This quarter, the football programme engaged 24 young people across 11 sessions, with strong weekly attendance and positive relationships built between staff and participants. Young people improved their football skills, teamwork, and understanding of game formations, and the group was entered into the Sporting Foundation tournament as Stepney Youth FC. Regular debriefs supported youth voice, and the programme strengthened friendships, fitness, and mental wellbeing. The cycling programme supported eight adults to stay active, develop bike‑maintenance skills, and build confidence despite reduced winter attendance. Participants planned a cycling residential to further challenge skills and improve wellbeing. Both programmes delivered clear physical, social, and mental‑health benefits, with plans next quarter to increase in‑borough participation and continue strengthening coaching and feedback processes. Delivery Address: Ocean Youth Connexions, 25-27 Newell Street, London, E14 7HP. Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 2 2 0 3 0 0 4 3 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 1 0 2 1 3 2 3 0 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8882 Osmani Trust OC Active – Community Sports & Health Project Boroughwide 136,667.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed most of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description Our project will provide access to regular sports provision for BAME communities including young girls, women, young adults and men over 45; meeting their family, cultural and religious needs and enabling them to participate fully. The programme will support local people to become Volunteer Champions promoting sports and healthy living. Progress Update In Q3, the programme delivered 75 sessions and engaged 40 participants, with women and girls making up 67.5% of the cohort. Attendance remained strong across all activities, particularly in the 51 female‑focused sessions, which consistently attracted 10–16 participants. All assessments were completed, and 30 participants reported improved health and confidence. Additional offers for young vulnerable adults and men aged 45+ also maintained high engagement, each averaging 20 attendees. Three new Sports Champions were recruited and trained from within the participant group, strengthening session delivery and peer support. They now assist with welcoming new participants and supporting activities. In Q4, the programme aims to recruit a further five to six Sports Champions, prioritising the development of female leaders to sustain strong role‑model representation in women‑ and girl‑focused sessions. Delivery Address: Osmani Centre, 58 Underwood Road, London, E1 5AW Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 3 19 0 2 0 0 0 0 2 6 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 2 0 3 0 0 1 2 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8875 Outside Edge Theatre Company East London Drop-in Drama and Write Now Boroughwide,Spitalfields and Banglatown 85,417.00 The project demonstrates effective delivery, meaningful outcomes, and good progress toward KPI achievement. Continued focus on outreach will further enhance impact and reach. GREEN Short Description East London Drop-in Drama and East London Write Now will provide free, accessible arts-based activities for vulnerable Tower Hamlets residents affected by addiction that will help improve their health and wellbeing and prevent relapse. Progress Update Outside Edge successfully delivered 11 sessions of East London Drop in Drama for 40 service users who attended 103 times. 6 were also invited to join intermediate acting group. 1 Drama and Creative Writing Taster sessions was delivered for 13 people. Attendance levels indicate consistent engagement. Project evaluation report demonstrates clear positive impacts, such as confidence building, reducing loneliness and improving wellbeing. Feedback from participants further reinforces this, with quotes such as "I came here quite anxious but today helped me forget my worries," showing programmes ability to offer emotional support and build a sense of community. They remain on track towards achieving their KPI targets by the end of the year. 11 sessions were held this quarter, bringing their total to 38 sessions - which is 76% of the session target for the year. Overall, the project demonstrates effective delivery, meaningful outcomes, and good progress toward KPI achievement. Continued focus on outreach will further enhance impact and reach. Geographical Breakdown There is geographical representation from various wards, but could increase outreach to increase participation. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 1 3 1 0 0 0 0 0 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 2 1 2 0 1 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8644 Platform Cricket (Tower Hamlets Youth Sport Foundation) Platform Cricket Hubs: Bethnal Green, Bow, Isle of Dogs, Poplar, Stepney, Wapping & Whitechapel Boroughwide 85,417.00 Platform Cricket continues to show great success in delivering their cricket sessions, with strong level of engagement with schools and students. GREEN Short Description Establish "pop up" cricket clubs at 7 locations across the borough, providing access for all children but particularly under-represented groups such as girls, ethnic minorities, and those from low-income backgrounds. Sessions will utilise cricket to support personal and social development outcomes. Progress Update Platform Cricket continues to show great success in delivering their cricket sessions. Their hub operates in summer and so reporting was unavailable against their targets. But they have demonstrated a strong level of engagement with schools, where they delivered in and around Stepney & Limehouse, and Bethnal Green & Globetown. They worked with 947 children in 19 different schools, showing high reach with schools and students. Further information on the KPIs of the hubs will be available in spring/summertime. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9016 Shadwell Basin Outdoor Activity Centre (Also Known as ELMV Shadwell Basin Project) Discover Adventure Sport Project Boroughwide 31,755.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed most of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description The ‘Discover Adventure Sports Project’ will use outdoor and adventure activities as a vehicle to, both increase the engagement of girls in sports and improve health outcomes for inactive young people. It will target under-represented communities to address the inequalities that exist in the access to adventure sports. Progress Update The Girls Sessions enrolled 31 participants this quarter, with one new joiner and strong engagement across ten weekly sessions. Attendance averaged nine girls per session, totalling 92 attendances, with activities shifting to dry‑land options as winter approached. Many participants were aged 9–11 and showed noticeable growth in confidence, friendships, and skills, with two awards completed. The mixed Inactive/Healthy Activities programme engaged 29 young people (11 boys and 18 girls), with one new enrolment and 14 sessions delivered. Attendance averaged just under nine per session, totalling 124 attendances. Activities varied weekly, and participants achieved 12 awards. A highlight was one participant progressing into a peer mentoring and coaching role after completing her Paddlesport Coach Award. Delivery Address: Shadwell Basin Outdoor Activity Centre, 3-4 Shadwell Pierhead, Glamis Road, London, E1W 3TD. Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 2 0 2 1 1 2 1 0 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 1 8 4 1 1 0 0 1 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8703 South Poplar and Limehouse Action for Secure Housing (SPLASH) SPLASH Sports and Play clubs Limehouse, Poplar 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed most of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description In England's most densely populated borough, where 41.8% of kids face weight challenges, and 88% live in flats. SPLASH Play offers free supervised play and sport provisions for children aged 5-13. Our dedicated playworkers nurture creativity, empowering kids to explore their imagination, learn, and flourish in a safe, friendly space. Progress Update During October, children participated in a series of creative Halloween‑themed activities, making decorations and costumes that encouraged teamwork and confidence. The celebrations included a well‑attended party with games, competitions, and prizes, as well as a large scavenger hunt across the estate that promoted problem‑solving, collaboration, and physical activity. In December, children engaged in festive activities such as park visits and creating Christmas cards and decorations, which were displayed at a Christmas celebration at St Matthias Old Church attended by over 100 children and families. The event featured food, games, a DJ, and a visit from Santa who distributed donated gifts. Despite cold weather, children continued to take part in outdoor activities like football, basketball, and scooter riding, building physical skills and confidence. Delivery Address: 1 Wingram House, Wades Place, London, E14 0DA Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target Poplar ward however this quarter all their beneficiaries came from Blackwall and Cubitt Town as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 0 20 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9064 Udichi Shilpi Gosthi Udichi Performing Arts and Festival Project Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Boroughwide,Bow East,Bromley North,Island Gardens,Limehouse,Mile End,Poplar,Shadwell,Spitalfields and Banglatown,Stepney Green,Weavers,Whitechapel 64,917.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed all of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description UDICHI Performing Arts/Festival Project works with Tower Hamlets Bangladeshi community increasing access and participation in cultural events focusing on Bengali & other cultures/heritages. Project provides quality teaching in music, dance, literature to 420 children/young people over 3.5 years and also delivers X 18 Festivals for 7,000 Tower Hamlets residents. Progress Update The Udichi Performing Arts and Festival Project achieved strong success from September to December 2025, exceeding its targets and outputs. A total of 50 children and young people took part, including 20 newly recruited participants. Throughout the quarter, learners developed new skills in music, dance, and performance, showing increased confidence and improved educational attainment. Tutors also carried out Bengali mother‑tongue assessments, which demonstrated clear progress across language, dance, and music skills. The project delivered three events during the quarter, providing valuable opportunities for participants to showcase their learning and build performance experience. Overall, the programme had a significant positive impact on skill development, cultural engagement, and the confidence of children and young people involved. Delivery Address: Open House, 13 Whitethorn Street, London, United Kingdom, E3 4DA Geographic al Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target Boroughwide, and this shows on their quarterly report. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 3 5 5 1 2 1 2 1 3 2 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 1 3 9 1 3 2 1 2 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8673 Vallance Community Trust SEND Health & Wellbeing Project (Adults) Boroughwide 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. Cumulatively they have surpassed all of their KPI targets and have delivered expected activities to date. GREEN Short Description A programme of weekly sports and physical activities and a social club for Adults (18 years and above) with special educational needs and disabilities for the purpose of increasing sports participation, improving health and wellbeing (including mental health), and reducing loneliness, isolation and exclusion. Progress Update During October to December 2025, the SEND Adults Engaging in Healthy Activities project delivered a programme of weekly multi‑sports sessions and a social club designed to improve the physical, social, and emotional well‑being of adults with learning disabilities. The project successfully organised tailored fitness activities and introduced nutrition workshops that increased participants’ understanding of healthy eating and meal preparation. Strong participation levels were maintained throughout the quarter, and survey feedback showed that 80% of participants experienced improved mood, physical health, and social connection. The project also fostered meaningful peer‑support networks, helping participants build friendships and confidence beyond the sessions. Delivery was strengthened through partnerships with local health professionals, committed volunteers, and ongoing staff training, all contributing to high‑quality support and activity facilitation. While weather conditions required some sessions to move indoors, the controlled environment ensured continuity of service. Community organisations and volunteers provided valuable resources that enhanced programme delivery. Overall, these achievements and influences contributed to a positive, inclusive environment that supported healthier lifestyles and improved quality of life for SEND adults engaged in physical and wellbeing activities. Delivery Address: Vallance Community Sports Association, The Hasan Raja Centre, 117 Vallance Road, London, E1 5BW. Geographic al Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target boroughwide and they have met that as evidenced by the report they submitted. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 5 12 5 10 2 2 5 0 6 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 4 4 10 0 0 1 0 1 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8752 Wapping Youth Services FitLife: Wellness Through Sports Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Limehouse,Mile End,Shadwell,Spitalfields and Banglatown,St Dunstan's,St Katherine's and Wapping,Stepney Green,Weavers,Whitechapel 85,417.00 KPIs have not been fully achieved in the quarter (or cumulatively) but the project is mostly on track. Additional support is planned. AMBER Short Description FitLife: Wellness Through Sports initiative is a project that promotes improved health and well-being of residents. Through targeted activities, the project aims to foster engagement, physical and mental wellness, and a sense of pride in the diverse cultural community for all the residents of Tower Hamlets. Progress Update The programme continued to engage large numbers of young people throughout the quarter, with Brazilian Jiu‑Jitsu sessions thriving in a new venue at Mulberry School, maintaining 26 registered participants and strong weekly attendance despite some families being unable to travel. Football sessions also remained highly popular, consistently attracting over 30 young people each week even in cold and wet conditions. In addition, the newly launched arts and crafts sessions began in January, drawing 26 registered participants and 14 attendees at the first session, with very positive feedback from parents and young people. Despite logistical and seasonal challenges, all strands of the programme delivered well, offering valuable opportunities for physical activity, creativity, confidence‑building and personal development within a supportive community environment. Delivery Address: Mulberry School, Richard St, Commercial Rd, London E1 2JP Geographical Breakdown Geographical Area Served: The project has an agreement in place that they will target Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green) ward however due to change of venue for their activities they have had to target boroughwide. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 4 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 4 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 6 23 4 0 0 2 0 0 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Theme 4 – Investing in Public Services Scheme A - Physical and Mental Health Wellbeing of Older People ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8969 Age UK East London Activity Buddy Boroughwide 85,417.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for older residents including increased physical activity levels, improved mental wellbeing and stronger community connections . GREEN Short Description Our tried and tested, volunteer-led Activity Buddy scheme uses both 1:1 and group sessions to support older people to build the trust and confidence to get out into the community, connect with others and become more active and informed. Progress Update During this funding period from October to December 2025 the Activity Buddies project has made a significant positive impact on the older residents of Tower Hamlets. It has not only increased physical activity levels but also helped improve mental health by reducing isolation and providing companionship. Volunteers and participants alike have reported increased confidence in going outdoors and engaging with their community. During this reporting period the project has successfully supported 60 older people. Improved resilience of clients: some volunteers have reported their clients are displaying more ambition- e.g. setting goals to walk outdoors for a longer period of time, independently planning activities for befriender visits, optimistic about getting out soon following a health decline. Improved emotional wellbeing: Through consistent visits, volunteers have noted positive changes in clients’ mood and engagement. Many befriendees appear noticeably happier over time and are more willing to open up during conversations. Highly successful matches: The majority of matches have been very successful. Befrienders and befriendees often build rapport from the very first meeting, with conversations flowing naturally due to shared interests or a mutual commitment to the relationship. This strong compatibility often leads to clients feeling more hopeful about their future. Weather-related reluctance: Poor weather conditions, particularly colder periods, have made some clients hesitant to go outdoors, which can delay or limit face to face befriending activities. The project has achieved the following KPIs this quarter: - 79% of clients reported that they feel closer to others. - 81% of clients reported feeling more included and integrated in their communities - 88% of clients have been referred/signposted to other services - 88% of clients have been referred/signposted to physical activities. Geographical Breakdown Participation from 5/20 wards, but participation can be further broadened geographically to meet boroughwide outreach. The highest participation is from Bethnal Green East and Poplar. Grant Officer will work to review and improve geographical spread for delivery of programme . Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 4 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 3 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8826 Asian People's Disability Alliance Can you See Us - Standing Up for Older People Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Spitalfields and Banglatown,Weavers 68,333.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. GREEN Short Description This is a Daycare & Development Project for Older women with Disabilities and long term Health Conditions. By supporting their physical, emotional, social, and environmental needs, we may improve the quality of life for older persons with impairments and health issues. Progress Update Monitoring Report – Older and Disabled Women’s Wellbeing Project Autumn/Winter 2025 (Q3) Overview Between October and December 2025, the project continued to support older and disabled women in Tower Hamlets through weekly wellbeing sessions focused on physical health, mental wellbeing, confidence and social connection. Despite challenges caused by temporary venue unavailability due to building renovations, the project adapted its delivery model to ensure continuity of engagement and meaningful outcomes for participants. Participants Number of registered participants: 15 While this was lower than anticipated, it reflects the impact of temporary venue closure and accessibility considerations during refurbishment works. KPI KPI 1 Number of older people reporting improved physical and mental health Target: At least 18 older people Actual: 15 KPI 2 Number of older people reporting increased understanding of their health conditions and ability to make health choices Target: At least 18 older people Actual: 10 KPI 3 Number of older people reporting increased engagement in physical activities Target: At least 18 older people Actual: 13 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Summary During Q3, the project demonstrated resilience and adaptability in the face of venue-related challenges. While targets were not fully met, the programme continued to deliver positive outcomes in physical activity, wellbeing and confidence for older and disabled women. The temporary shift to outdoor delivery provided unexpected benefits, particularly in travel confidence and independence, and the return to the refurbished venue in December supported a smooth transition back to indoor sessions. Geographical Breakdown Participant geographical summary Participants were primarily drawn from a small number of Tower Hamlets wards, with the highest representation from Spitalfields and Banglatown (5 participants) and Bethnal Green West (4 participants). Additional participants were registered in Bethnal Green East (3 participants) and Weavers (3 participants). Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 3 5 4 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9073 Community of Refugees from Vietnam - East London Vietnamese and Chinese Lunch and Social Club Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Blackwall and Cubitt Town,Boroughwide,Bow East,Bow West,Bromley North,Bromley South,Island Gardens,Lansbury,Limehouse,Mile End,Poplar,Shadwell,Stepney Green,Whitechapel 85,417.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including improved physical wellbeing, improved psychological wellbeing and improved diet and healthy eating habits GREEN Short Description The Vietnamese &Chinese Lunch Club (VCLC) provides healthy food, a lunch club, a range of social activities and promotes healthy living in all forms for older people in the London Borough of Tower Hamlets. Progress Update During this reporting period (Oct to Dec 2025) the project has supported 60 older Vietnamese and Chinese beneficiaries with a range of services including providing nutritious meals, opportunities to learn healthy cooking, dexterity games, Tai Chi sessions, table tennis and ballroom dancing. During this quarter the project supported people by quipping them with the knowledge and tools to lead healthier lives. Through informative sessions, health screenings, and workshops, the project has provided opportunities for its members to learn about the different health conditions that affect them. The project provided volunteer outreach programs, social activities, transportation services, technology training, and home visits for those members that are living on their own or are housebound. During this period the project provided group cooking classes with healthy cooking techniques, empowering members to make nutritious choices and cultivate lifelong habits that support their health and vitality. The Vietnamese and Chinese Elderly Luncheon Club is based at the Dockland Settlement on 4 Saunders Ness Road, London E14. Geographical Breakdown Geographical areas served include: Island Gardens, Poplar, Limehouse and Lansbury and more widely from across the borough. A good spread of participation from 12/20 wards. The highest participation is from Island Gardens and Canary Wharf. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 3 0 0 0 0 1 0 5 3 4 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 2 0 0 4 13 11 2 6 6 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9004 East London Mosque Trust The Senior Citizens Project Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Whitechapel 85,417.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including improved self-confidence, improved physical and mental wellbeing and increased stronger community connections GREEN Short Description The Senior Citizens Project at East London Mosque supports elderly men and women over 50 to tackle loneliness and isolation and improve their health and well-being through social activity, exercise,and awareness sessions in a culuturally sensative space and gives access to a healthy meal through a health cafe Progress Update During this quarter (Oct to Dec 2025) the Senior Citizens Project has supported 68 people across the two groups. During this funding period, the project delivered indoor exercise sessions led by qualified tutors that were accessible and supportive for the participants. The sessions were designed to encourage gentle, regular movement and to build confidence in exercises that participants could easily continue at home. This approach has helped the participants to stay active during the colder months, supported both physical and mental wellbeing, and responded directly to what the groups said they needed. The Muhtarama Women’s group took part in a range of activities that supported both their physical health and personal development. Women attended Be Active gentle exercise sessions where they were supported to move at their own pace. The group visited the Town Hall to take part in a session on how to run coffee mornings and engage with the wider community. Project arranged a Bowel Cancer Awareness session which helped increase understanding of symptoms and the importance of early detection, which many participants felt was information they had not previously had access to. Members of the Men’s Cafe took part in the Run 4 Your Mosque on the 12 October, and have been taking part in exercise sessions which has encouraged teamwork, physical activity, and a shared sense of achievement. A session on indoor games and fruit juice-making session was also included this quarter which created opportunities for conversation, laughter, and informal peer support, while also promoting healthier lifestyle choices. In addition, they attended an event at the London Muslim Centre marking 100 years since the first community-supported Muslim burial. This was a meaningful opportunity for reflection and connection to shared history. Both of the Senior Citizens group had an opportunity to participate in a safeguarding research session where they got to share their experiences and strengthening their understanding of safeguarding. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 The sessions have helped to reduce social isolation for older people, improve their health and wellbeing, and increase stronger community connections. All sessions took place at ELM and outdoor settings as described above. Outcomes The project has achieved positive outcomes for both men and women this quarter which include: 35 elderly men reported feeling less lonely and isolated this quarter due to participation in project activities. 33 women reported feeling less lonely and isolated this quarter due to participation in project activities 35 elderly men reported improved physical and mental health wellbeing this quarter, due to participation in project activities. 33 elderly women reported improved physical and mental health wellbeing this quarter, due to participation in project activities Geographical Breakdown A good spread of participation from 17/20 wards. The highest participation is from Whitechapel, Stepney Green and Limehouse. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 3 4 1 2 1 1 0 2 2 4 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 2 13 4 11 0 3 5 0 6 4 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8868 English National Ballet Dancing East Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Blackwall and Cubitt Town,Canary Wharf,Lansbury,Limehouse,Poplar,Shadwel l,Spitalfields and Banglatown,Weavers,Whitechapel 85,417.00 During Quarter 3, English National Ballet’s Dancing East programme continued to deliver high-quality, inclusive dance experiences that support wellbeing, creativity and community connection. GREEN Short Description Dancing East is English National Ballet’s programme of creative ballet classes for participants aged over 50 living in Tower Hamlets, and is designed to improve physical and mental wellbeing through dance in community centres across the borough. Progress Update English National Ballet - Dancing East project Quarter 3 (Oct–Dec 2025) Overview During Quarter 3, English National Ballet (ENB) continued to deliver Dancing East, providing inclusive, high-quality dance opportunities that support wellbeing, creativity and community connection across East London. The programme combined regular participatory dance sessions with inspiring performance experiences, deepening participants’ engagement with dance, storytelling and shared cultural experiences. Following the Summer Term, Dancing East groups were invited to watch Re:Evolution at Sadler’s Wells Theatre on 30 September, offering participants the opportunity to experience professional performance within a major cultural venue and strengthening their connection to ENB’s artistic work. Participants Number of registered participants: 47 Participant numbers remained strong across the quarter, with steady growth across centres. KPI 1 Number of people who say they feel more connected to other people in the community as a result of Dancing East Target (Year 2): 15 participants (80%) Actual: To be reported in Q4 Participant feedback will be gathered through questionnaires and surveys to assess changes in social connection and sense of community resulting from participation. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 KPI 2 Number of people who say they have improved mental health as a result of participating in Dancing East Target (Year 2): 14 participants (75%) Actual: To be reported in Q4 Mental wellbeing outcomes will be measured through participant surveys and staff observations, capturing both self-reported impact and professional insight. KPI 3 Number of people who report feeling welcomed, included and respected in sessions Target (Year 2 – annual): 67 participants (90%) Actual: To be reported in Q4 Feedback forms will be used to assess participant experiences of inclusion, respect and belonging across all sessions. Summary During Quarter 3, English National Ballet’s Dancing East programme continued to deliver high-quality, inclusive dance experiences that support wellbeing, creativity and community connection. The integration of participatory sessions with live performance attendance enriched participant experience, while programme expansion and future planning reflect growing demand and strong engagement. ENB remains committed to developing Dancing East in response to participant feedback, artistic ambition and community need. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8942 Globe Community Project Wellbeing for Elders Boroughwide 136,335.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including increased psychological resilience, increased high-quality connection with others and increased sense of belonging. GREEN Short Description A powerful mindfulness-based programme serving over-60s at risk of severe loneliness and isolation in Tower Hamlets supporting them to increase connection with others and themselves and lead richer, more active and fulfilling lives. Participants improve their resilience using proven tools to improve awareness and agency over thoughts, emotions and behaviour. Progress Update During this funding period (Oct to Dec 2025) the Wellbeing for Over 60s Project has supported 30 unique participants on its programme. This quarter focused on testing new partnerships and addressing recruitment challenges within specific demographics. A key highlight was the engagement with the Deaf community through a taster session with Remark. This allowed the Project to test BSL-interpreted mindfulness and assertiveness training. While the group is internally close-knit, Remark’s CEO said that support with confidence and assertiveness is needed, as these older deaf BSL speakers are often very isolated from the aural world. The session identified a significant appetite for exploring mental wellbeing and personal confidence. Data from the 22 participants who shared their details confirmed we are successfully reaching the target demographic: 19 individuals are on a low income, and 16 have a health condition that limits their day-to-day activities. The project faced a setback with the planned Men’s Level 1 course at Poplar HARCA. Despite outreach efforts, the course was cancelled due to poor recruitment (only three participants). This was largely due to a breakdown in communication at the partner site, where potential recruits were either unaware of the programme or outside our age bracket. This experience has led to a complete overhaul of our recruitment and retention strategy, moving toward more direct outreach and tighter partner coordination. In November 2025, the organisation underwent a successful Improving Quality Foundation level assessment, and is now accredited. The process confirmed that the organisation's governance and strategic planning are excellent, staff passionate and committed, and procedures are good, while also identifying a few minor areas for policy refinement which the org is currently implementing. The project achieved the following KPIs this quarter which include: 22 isolated people aged over 60 reported increased psychological resilience 22 isolated people aged over 60, reported increased high-quality connection with others 15 isolated people aged over 60 reported increased know-how to access the available spaces, activities and services Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Geographical context The Project was under the impression the session with Remark would be at their City Office, the day before the event it turned out to be in Enfield. The Project felt it had to honour the agreement, meaning most of these participants were ‘out of borough’, however Project Manager is confident this will even out over the course of the grant. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8973 Island House Community Centre SENIORS Boroughwide 85,417.00 Quarter 3 demonstrated strong delivery across Island House’s health, wellbeing and community programmes. GREEN Short Description The Seniors Project addresses loneliness and isolation in older people within Tower Hamlets through regular initiatives covering physical and mental health, social needs, and practical skills. Extending our existing programme will increase the range of social and health activities available to improve mental and physical health amongst the over-fifties. Progress Update Island House - Health, Wellbeing and Community Activities Quarter 3 (Oct–Dec 2025) Overview During Quarter 3, all Island House projects progressed as planned, with strong engagement across health, wellbeing, learning and social activities. New members continued to join afternoon mindfulness sessions, reporting clear benefits to their health and wellbeing. In addition, several participants self-referred into digital skills training, which takes place every Friday at Island House, demonstrating growing confidence and motivation to develop new skills. Across the quarter, Island House continued to provide a welcoming, supportive environment where participants are encouraged to try new activities, build social connections and access services that support their overall wellbeing. Participants Number of registered participants: 72 KPI 1 Number of people reporting improved health Target: 12 attendees per quarter Actual: 23 KPI 2 Number of people completing health workshops Target: 27 attendances at exercise classes per quarter 5 people attend physical activities for the first time per quarter Actual: Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 312 total attendances 7 people attended exercise for the first time 4 health workshops delivered with 51 attendees Further information: Attendance increased slightly from the previous quarter, with 294 attendances recorded last quarter. Both attendance and first-time participation exceeded targets, reflecting growing confidence and engagement. KPI 3 Percentage of people reporting an increased sense of connectedness Target: 75% (27 people) per quarter Actual: 32 Participant geographical summary Participants were drawn from a small number of Tower Hamlets wards, with a strong concentration in Island Gardens, which accounted for the majority of registrations (25 participants). Other areas represented included Blackwall and Cubitt Town (6 participants) and Canary Wharf (3 participants). Smaller numbers of participants were registered in Mile End, Shadwell, Bromley South, and St Katharine’s and Wapping (1 participant in each ward). No participants were registered from the remaining Tower Hamlets wards listed. Summary Quarter 3 demonstrated strong delivery across Island House’s health, wellbeing and community programmes. High participation, exceeded KPI targets and rich qualitative feedback highlight the project’s positive impact on health, confidence and social connection. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 1 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 1 0 6 3 25 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8903 Neighbours In Poplar Bengali Womens Holistic Project Blackwall and Cubitt Town, Canary Wharf, Island Gardens ,Lansbury, Limehouse, Poplar 85,417.00 Overall, the project successfully empowers Bengali residents to navigate welfare systems, manage digital tasks, and access social support, resulting in an increase in client well-being, financial security, and independence. GREEN Short Description Following extensive research by NIP, we have discovered that there is a lack of community provision for local elderly Bengali women. We therefore, propose to outreach to local elderly Bengali women residing in the E14 area to attend and take full advantage of the many services and activities from NIP. Progress Update Neighbours in Poplar continue to successfully deliver social and digital support to Bengali residents especially women over 50. During this quarter, they have conducted over 60 individual appointments both in the office and via home visits. They have facilitated several blue badge applications, council tax reduction forms, additional online forms and focused on one-to-one appointment. These interventions allowed clients to maintain financial stability and access welfare entitlement. The range of practical support provided shows project is meeting complex and varied needs. Case study was provided, showing further evidence of the positive impact of project delivery. The case study includes a log of the needs of the resident, how the outreach worker addressed these needs and the outcome as a result. Client was supported and began her universal credit claim, providing greater financial stability and help with covering essential living costs. Organisation is on track to achieving the set KPIS, they exceeded KPI 2 where 16 people (target: 14) reported a reduction of social isolation and increase in social interaction. They are close to their KPI 3 target of 28 (actual: 18) people in reporting an access to welfare benefit support. This indicates solid performance against the KPIs. Overall, the project successfully empowers Bengali residents to navigate welfare systems, manage digital tasks, and access social support, resulting in an increase in client well-being, financial security, and independence. Geographical Breakdown Geographically, engagement is concentrated in Poplar(15) and Canary Wharf (8) with no uptake from other wards. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 8 0 0 0 15 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8632 Shadwell Trust Bridging the Gap Shadwell, St Katherine's and Wapping, Stepney Green, Whitechapel 85,417.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including increased physical activity, improved mental health and wellbeing and reduced isolation. GREEN Short Description Bridging the Gap will provide access to physical activity and mobility sessions to older people. The activities will be delivered from Tarling East Community Centre in partnership with Sonali Gardens, Linkage Plus and Tower Hamlets Community Housing. We also plan to run social club and activity classes for older people. Progress Update During this funding period from Oct to Dec 2025 the Project has successfully supported 45 unique participants. All the sessions have resumed during this quarter after the centre was closed last quarter for refurbishment. The project has delivered a range of health and wellbeing activities that have promoted physical health, mobility, mental wellbeing, reduced isolation, reduced anxiety and improved manual dexterity. The sessions delivered during this quarter include: art classes, social club sessions, physical activity and mobility classes and walking football sessions for 50 plus. The activities are delivered from Tarling East Community Centre in partnership with Sonali Gardens, Linkage Plus and Tower Hamlets Community Housing. The art session were delivered during the Christmas break and the project participated actively in the Christmas party for the remaining residents of Sonali Gardens. During the festive period participants made Christmas cards, decorations and celebratory artwork during the build up to New Year. The number of residents participating fluctuated during the holiday period as they visited their friends and family. The Project makes a positive impact on people's lives by reducing isolation; increasing social networks and promoting physical and mental wellbeing. The Project has achieved the following KPIs this quarter which include: - 45 older people including older people from Black, Asian and Multi-ethnic communities reported improved mental wellbeing - 43 older people participating on the project reported feeling less socially isolated this quarter due to participation on project. - 37 older people including older people from Black, Asian and Multi-ethnic communities reported improved physical wellbeing this quarter The project staff in partnership with residents are looking at new ways to keep older people engaged and enthused such introducing new activities such as as indoors sports, board games and Caramboard. In terms of development of the sessions the Project is looking to introduce Badminton from a local venue as it is very popular with older residents who wish to remain active in sport but with reduced intensity. Potential venues that being explored are Osmani Sports Hall, Whitechapel Sports Centre, Mulberry School and Mile End Leisure Centre. Geographical Breakdown The geographical area served in the grant agreement is the Shadwell ward with the highest participation from Shadwell. The next highest participation is from Bethnal Green East, Whitechapel and Bow East. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 9 5 0 0 3 0 2 0 5 33 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 1 0 8 2 0 0 1 0 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9032 SocietyLinks Tower Hamlets Growing Together Shadwell, St Katherine's and Wapping, Whitechapel 136,667.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. GREEN Short Description A health and mental wellbeing improvement programme targeting older people through tackling loneliness, inactivity and isolation. The project will reduce digital isolation to give older people greater access to services and convenience and imbed strategies to improve intergenerational relations through a volunteering scheme with local young students. Progress Update SocietyLinks Tower Hamlets Quarter 3 Summary: Social Connection, Wellbeing, and Digital Inclusion Monitoring Period: October–December 2025 During this quarter, SocietyLinks continued to deliver a broad programme of social, physical, and digital support activities for adults aged 50+, alongside a range of community trips and seasonal events. Engagement remained consistent across weekly sessions, with activities supporting mental wellbeing, reducing social isolation, and strengthening community connection, particularly during the winter and festive period. Participation Number of registered participants who took part in regular project activities: 36 KPI 1 – Improved happiness and contentment Target: Minimum 20 participants Actual: 31 KPI 2 – Increased participation in physical activity Target: Minimum 21 participants Actual: 8 KPI 3 – Increased digital confidence Target: Minimum 18 participants Actual: 22 Geographical Breakdown Participants were drawn from several Tower Hamlets wards, with the highest concentration in Whitechapel (13 participants) and Shadwell (11 participants). Additional participants were based in St Katharine’s and Wapping (6 participants) and Stepney Green (2 participants). No participants were registered from the remaining wards during this period. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 2 6 13 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8956 Somali Senior Citizens Club Granby Hall Seniors’ Club Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green), Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's), Boroughwide 85,417.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including increased health awareness and self-care practices, enhanced physical mobility and pain management and feeling stronger social connections and reduced loneliness. GREEN Short Description Granby Hall Seniors’ Club will promote health and well-being of vulnerable local elders, particularly, but not exclusively, from the Somali community living in Tower Hamlets experiencing social isolation, economic deprivation and reduced independence by providing a programme of health and developmental activities at our Granby Hall Centre. Progress Update During this funding period from October to December 2025, the Project has successfully supported 98 unique older residents who have participated in activities that have enhanced their well-being and reduced their loneliness. During this quarter the project has empowered Somali elders by equipping them with the knowledge, resources, and support systems necessary for them to take control of their health and live a more active and fulfilled lives. During this reporting period, the Project has delivered Exercise & Movement Sessions which have included chair-based exercises, stretching routines, and osteopathy interventions to enhance mobility, flexibility, and overall physical well-being. The Project has delivered social engagement activities such as luncheon clubs, traditional folk dances, and board games which have fostered friendships and community bonding helping to reduce isolation and promote social well-being. In this reporting period the project has facilitated the Good Moves exercises course which was delivered in the community centre. The course has helped people with long term health conditions by providing them practical skills and knowledge on healthy eating, portion size and keeping fit; improving their heart and lung conditions as well as increasing their muscular strength. During this reporting period the project delivered a number of Health Promotion Sessions which have provided education on nutrition, chronic disease management, and medication adherence through weekly health talks in collaboration with health professionals and local community organizations. These sessions have empowered participants with the confidence and skills to effectively manage their health conditions in their daily lives. The project in partnership with Talking Therapy & Reset Treatment and Recovery has provided a safe and supportive space for individuals to openly discuss anxiety, grief, stress, and emotional well-being, fostering healing and resilience. All the project activities have taken place at Granby Hall, 37 St Matthews Row, Bethnal Green E2. Geographical Breakdown A good spread of participation from 20/20 wards. The highest participation is from Bethnal Green West, Weavers, Bethnal Green East, Mile End and Lansbury. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 10 4 12 11 4 6 3 4 8 5 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 2 3 3 4 1 1 1 8 3 7 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8864 St Hilda's East Community Centre Over 50's Feeling Good Boroughwide,Shadwell,St Katherine's and Wapping,Weavers 85,417.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including increased social connections, improved physical activity and improved mental wellbeing. GREEN Short Descripti on The aim of Over 50s Feeling Good is to provide a programme of activity for older people which allows them to experience joy through taking part in exciting and challenging activity, fostering social connections, and improving their physical and mental health in an environment that is comfortable, safe and inclusive. Progress Update During this funding period October to December 2025, the Feeling good project has successfully supported 129 unique participants on its programmes. This quarter, the project has been very busy delivering exciting new activities for the users. The programme began with a consultation with the men’s group, who shared several great ideas. As a result, activities included trips to the Secret Nuclear Bunker, the Ragged School Museum, and a visit to Paddington Station for the 200 Year Railway Exhibition. The men’s cooking sessions were particularly successful, with participants preparing delicious dishes from scratch. The Project received positive feedback from the walking group, who enjoyed visiting several places of interest within the local area. During this funding period the Project hosted a workshop delivered by the British Museum’s Outreach Team, who brought a range of fascinating artefacts and objects for the users to handle and explore. In addition, the Project took a group of participants on a special guided visit to the British Museum. The Project took a group of 20 people to a special Christmas event at Kew Gardens to see the festive light display. Project delivered a Winter Warm event, where participants enjoyed seasonal treats and received advice on staying healthy and warm during the colder months. The Project took a large group of participants to a Christmas party at the London ExCeL and also hosted its own Christmas party at Club Row. The event included delicious food, entertainment, and festive treats, with over 60 people attending. All attendees received a Winter Warm Pack, which included a blanket, gloves, socks, and a hot water bottle. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 The two Arts in Nature sessions were very successful, with all participants producing impressive artwork. The regular weekly sessions are running well. There is a real sense of buzz and excitement in the Sadler’s Wells Flamenco dance class, with participants thoroughly enjoying learning a new dance style. Project has a mixed group of people who attend the Chit Chat sessions regularly. Project activities were delivered in St Hilda's community centre, Sonali Centre and Gateway Housing Association (local sheltered housing scheme). Key KPIs achieved in this period include: 30 older people reported improved physical health 427 attendances at physical activity sessions 33 older people reported improved social connection 463 attendances at social activity sessions 31 older people reported improved mental wellbeing Geographical context A good spread of participation from 18/20 wards. The highest participation is from Weavers, Bethnal Green West, Shadwell and Spitalfields and Banglatown. Geograp hical Breakdo wn Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 10 13 17 9 5 2 0 5 22 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 2 7 7 7 2 1 0 1 3 5 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9002 Tower Hamlets Friends and Neighbours Befriending for Isolated Older People Boroughwide 85,417.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for older people including improved self-confidence, reduced isolation and anxiety and increased social connections and providing a sense of identity. GREEN Short Description A free befriending and advocacy service for older people experiencing loneliness and social isolation in Tower Hamlets through one-to-one befriending visits in people’s homes, group outings enabling people to meet others in a similar situation, and telephone befriending for additional support particularly at times of crisis Progress Update During this funding period Oct-Dec 25 the project has supported 105 older people. The period was one of consolidation as it moved to new additional support projects securing additional funding from Sport England and City Airport for recreational activities. During the period the project started introducing a wider range of activities with a broader range of service providers. Progress against targets remained steady, but challenges to staffing capacity did lead to problems including developing a waiting list. A Xmas Lunch was hosted for 46 older people and their carers. 87 clients were supported with advocacy issues, as project addressed issues of access to health and social care as well as benefits. Project was also proactive in ensuring people had support around fuel poverty this year. The Project has remained responsive and effective. Older people have broadly experienced a reduction in loneliness and anxiety and increased social connections and participation, as a result of accessing project activities and outings. The Befriending for Isolated Older people project provides regular home visits and phone contact to provide practical and emotional support to people experiencing social isolation and loneliness. These visits give people social contact, companionship, and support with practical tasks. The majority of the clients are homebound. Typical activities that befriender deliver with clients include reflexology/foot massage, seated exercises, crafts and reminiscence activities. The project is also the gateway to other services including advocacy and enabling of self advocacy and support accessing health and social care services. Activities or project delivery mostly take place in the older people's house or flat as most are housebound. Those that are able to get out to access activities visit places such as Bernie Cameron Community Centre in Bow, local parks, and museums. During this quarter, Project has achieved the following KPIs for its clients which include: - 89 older adults reported feeling less isolated a result of a visit Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 - 81 older adults reported feeling more confident in dealing with everyday situation - 49 older adults reported experiencing increased social connections and participation Geographical context A good spread of participation from 19/20 wards meeting borough wide outreach. The highest participation is from Bow East, Bethnal Green East and Bethnal Green West. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 12 7 11 2 9 4 1 4 6 4 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 4 7 7 8 2 2 0 5 5 5 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9052 Wapping Bangladesh Association Active Plus - Wapping BME Older Person's Day Club Shadwell,St Katherine's and Wapping 85,417.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for older people including improved physical health, improved mental wellbeing, decrease in loneliness and isolation and increased social connectivity. GREEN Short Description WBA’s Older Person’s Healthy Living Club is a community-based day club run at the Wapping’s Youth Club that will a Lunch Club Programme and a variety of social and cultural socialisation activities that bringing improvements to the physical and emotional well-being to vulnerable Bangladeshi and BME older people. Progress Update During this funding period from October to December 2025, the Active Plus - Wapping BME Older Person's Day Club has supported 82 unique participants. The Project has provided the following services, activities and facilities for local Older People from the Bangladeshi and other BME Communities which include: (a) Delivery of the Lunch Club Programme three times a week for older men and women; providing freshly cooked and hot nutritious lunch 3-days a week. The lunch club programme has been a very important service for the vulnerable older people; some who are facing food poverty while others have been impacted by the continuing cost-of-living crisis (b) Running socialisation activities such as indoor games, access to books, newspapers, ICT facilities, group chats through a cup of tea and biscuits. Opportunity to make new friends. These activities have helped to bring relief from isolation and loneliness and helps to contribute to improving their emotional wellbeing. (c) Helping to improve the physical health of older people through complementary therapy sessions particularly shiatzu and chair yoga. (d) Themed Health Information Discussion Workshop Sessions including one mindfulness session. Participation in these workshops have helped members to discuss issues in a structured way and identify concrete things that they can implement to improve their mental health and reduce their anxieties. During this reporting period the Older people's project delivered - 26 Lunch Club sessions providing 645 hot lunches (20 Sessions for Older Men and 6 Sessions with Older Women). Project has delivered 10 Complementary Therapy Sessions including Shiatzu Massage sessions. 2 x Themed Health Information Discussion Workshop Sessions including 1 Cancer Awareness session. The project has delivered 4 Weekly Group Walking Sessions in Wapping Park, 10 exercise sessions for elderly women to keep them mentally and physically fit and 3 Study circle & Reading sessions (2 for women & 1 for Men) The cost of living crisis is still felt by users and their families. The Day Centre has been a very important hub and source of support for older people to access a variety of social, health and leisure activities and facilities that addresses their needs. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Project activities take place at the Wapping Youth Centre, 1st floor and in around the Wapping vicinity. The project has achieved the following KPIs this quarter which include: - 97% Older people from black, minority ethnic communities report improved physical health - 95% Older people from black, minority ethnic communities report improved mental and emotional wellbeing - 98% Older people from black, minority ethnic communities report feeling less lonely and isolated. Through our Project “Active Plus - Wapping BME Older Person's Day Club” we have been able to provide a safe, welcoming space for Wapping’s Older People to come during the day. This quarter (October-December 2025), our Day Centre has been a very important venue with being a safe friendly hub for older people to access a variety of social, health and leisure activities and advice and information that addressed their needs to meet up. During this quarter, The Project provided the following services, activities and facilities for local Older People from the Bangladeshi and other BME Communities: This Quarter (October 25-December 25) our outputs have been: The number of lunch sessions and other activities that we delivered from October-December 2025 are as follows: - 26 Lunch Club sessions providing 645 hot lunches (20 Sessions for Older Men and 6 Sessions with Older Women). - We have 42 older men and 40 older women registered on our attendance and who participate every week. - 10 Complementary Therapy Sessions including Shiatzu Massage sessions. - 2 x Themed Health Information Discussion Workshop Sessions including 1cancer awareness session. - 4 Weekly Group Walking Sessions in Wapping Park. - 10 exercise sessions for elderly women to keep them mentally and phisically fit -3 Study circle & Reading sessions (2 for women & 1 for Men) Geographical Breakdown Geographical context. The geographical areas served include: Shadwell, Wapping and St Katherine but the service open to rest of the borough. Highest participation was from St Katherine's and Wapping, followed by Shadwell and Whitechapel. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 2 12 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 3 52 6 0 0 0 0 2 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8979 Zacchaeus - Methodist Church in Tower Hamlets Zacchaeus Health and Wellbeing for Older People Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Bow East 85,417.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for participants including improved physical, mental and emotional health and better management of long term health conditions . GREEN Short Description Zacchaeus aims to provide a range of wrap around/holistic offers of advice, information, access to benefits, support groups and health, social and therapeutic sessions to reduce isolation for older people. Aiming to promote healthy lifestyles, increase opportunities for physical activity participation, working towards a better mutual understanding of different cultures. Progress Update During this funding period October to December 2025, the Zacchaeus Project has successfully supported 128 unique older and vulnerable residents. Zacchaeus has successfully delivered health and wellbeing activities that have reduced isolation and promoted healthier lifestyles among older people. Activities included weekly walk and talk groups, short mat bowls group and from chair based exercise classes to the more energetic exercise to music sessions. During this last quarter, Zacchaeus has organised and successfully delivered 9 chair based exercise sessions, 10 exercise to music sessions, 9 creative art sessions, 50 complementary therapy sessions and 5 gardening sessions. All of these sessions were held at the Bethnal Green and Bow premises They were publicised at network events and through partnerships with the GP Care Group social prescribing teams, Project newsletter, noticeboards, the Methodist Church Circuit weekly newsletter and through word of mouth. The project has achieved the following KPIs this quarter which include: -75 members reported better management of their health conditions, -70 members reported feeling better as their physical and mental health has improved since taking part in the activity sessions. -70 members have engaged in 1 or more physical activity sessions over this period. Geographic al Breakdown The geographical area stated in the grant agreement is Bethnal Green East which the majority participation coming from Bethnal Green East. Other wards with high participation have included Bow East and Mile End. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 38 4 7 6 28 8 7 3 14 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 7 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Theme 4 – Investing in Public Services Scheme B - Physical and Mental Health of Resident ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8857 Body & Soul You Are Not Alone Boroughwide 85,417.00 Body and Soul are on track to exceed their annual participation KPI of 36, with 19 young people engaging this quarter and 9 of those completing the stabilising phase of the programme. GREEN Short Description A suicide-prevention programme for young people (aged 16-30) most at risk of suicide in Tower Hamlets, addressing increasing demand and complex needs, particularly among marginalised communities that have been disproportionately affected by the pandemic and rising cost of living. Progress Update Body and Soul are working well towards their KPI’s, with 19 young people engaging this quarter on track to reach their annual target of 36. Nine of these young people have completed the stabilising phase of the programme, on track to meet KPI of 29 annually. This quarter, B&S made 286 contact calls with Tower Hamlet members, and 94 support contacts, including support calls, casework interventions, DBT (Dialectal Behavioural Therapy) skills coaching and 1:1 support. Geographical reporting demonstrates an even spread of participants across Tower Hamlets wards. A key highlight of this quarter was their Winter Wellbeing Fair which raised £6,500 and gave over 60 winter packages to YANA members. They also delivered their first round of the eight-week Physical Health Group Series, using DBT skills to support members with physical challenges such as chronic fatigue. Additionally, the organisation completed an eight-week Behaviour Change Group, where members effectively identified specific situations or thoughts that led to emotional responses and behaviours such as excessive social media use or alcohol consumption. Members reported that this allowed them to see their behaviour with more clarity, with one participant explaining, ‘It helped me realise there was more to my problem behaviour than I initially thought and helped me figure out what skills can be more useful in certain situations’. Community nights continue to be a success with themes across this quarter focussing on effectiveness and coping ahead in preparation for the December holiday period. Body & Soul also submitted photos and other reporting material showcasing their work. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 3 1 2 1 0 0 2 1 1 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 2 2 1 2 0 1 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8905 Bromley By Bow Centre Connect for Health Bow East,Bow West,Bromley North,Bromley South,Mile End 85,417.00 The project has been able to demonstrate progress against key performance indicators. Project rating . GREEN Short Description Working alongside local self-employed sessional leads (physical activity coaches, artists, and facilitators) to support residents to participate in activity sessions. Sessions are designed to improve health and connection, and include both broad open access activities and those targeted at specific audiences. Progress Update During this funding period (Oct-Dec 2025) the project has successfully supported 41 unique individuals across the groups with 11 new participants who joined this quarter that had not attended a health and wellbeing group in the last 12 months. The Connect For Health began several new courses, leading to 17 group sessions Connect for Health participants are continuing to engage in health and wellbeing groups at BBBC and this quarter had a further 170 attendances at other health and wellbeing groups (those funded by other projects) The project is going well. Previous codesign and outreach activities have improved the project reach with respect to people not otherwise attending social activities. Activities continue to be well received as highlighted in the case study. Sessions this quarter included: Gardening, Community Pottery, Threadheads (sewing to improve mental health), a Halloween event, a Christmas Party for project participants, and a Day trip. Project activities took place in the Bromley by Bow Centre and across Tower Hamlets Network 6 GP Surgeries KPIs achieved to date: 56 unique people not currently attending regular physical activity, wellbeing or social sessions are supported each year 96% of respondents asked would recommend Connect 4 Health sessions to friends and family Geographical context The project mainly served participants from the Bow area in line with the funding agreement with the highest participation from Bromley South, Bromley North, Bow East, Bow West and Mile End. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 1 7 3 5 7 8 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 1 1 0 0 1 1 2 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8947 Canaan Project Canaan Project: Young Women's Mentoring Blackwall and Cubitt Town,Canary Wharf,Island Gardens,Mile End 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes. GREEN Short Descriptio n A mentoring programme offering 1-1 support for young women with the aim of seeing them flourish, have broadened horizons and raised aspirations. Progress Update Canaan Project Quarter 3 Summary: Mentoring, Wellbeing, and Young Women’s Voice During this quarter, Canaan Project continued to provide consistent, trusted mentoring support to young women aged 11–19. Engagement remained strong across both one-to-one and group mentoring, with particularly positive feedback from participants throughout the period. A total of 5 young women received individual mentoring, alongside 11 young women participating in group mentoring, delivered across 33 sessions. Mentoring relationships continued to deepen, supporting young women to build confidence, improve emotional expression, and strengthen their mental wellbeing. Participant geographical summary Participants were highly concentrated in Island Gardens, with 14 out of 16 registered participants living in this ward. A further 2 participants were based in Canary Wharf. No participants were registered from other Tower Hamlets wards during this period. Participation Number of registered participants who took part in regular project activities in the period: 16 KPI 1 Increased confidence in caring for mental health Target: 8 young women (70%) annually Actual: 11 KPI 2 Increased access to appropriate support Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Target: 8 young women (70%) annually Actual: 10 KPI 3 Increased hopes and aspirations for the future Target: 8 young women (70%) annually Actual: 9 Geographi cal Breakdow n Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 2 14 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8858 Carers Centre Tower Hamlets Building Resilience and Resourcefulness for Unpaid Carers Boroughwide 85,417.00 Not met attendance KPI (currently across 3 quarters there have been 70 unique participants reported against a yearly target of 150). AMBER Short Description Carers provided with a range of therapies, respite, and learning opportunities including, wellness days; art and creative activities; practical workshops on how to maintain a healthy lifestyle; and courses delivered by professionals to develop the skills required to effectively manage their caring role; and look after themselves. Progress Update Across this quarter, 19 unique unpaid carers (74 total attendances) engaged in 10 Tuesday morning drop-in session at Breathing Space in the London Buddhist Centre, which is not on track to meet the annual KPI of 150. Current progress to date reports attendance of 26 (Q1) and 25 (Q2), which in combination with this quarter, totals 70 unique participants across 3 quarters. Therefore, this project has been rated AMBER for a second quarter. An in-person monitoring meeting has been booked for 5th February to discuss the AMBER status and low-attendance. The officer will explore what support the Council can offer the organisation above and beyond what the organisation is already doing to tackle low attendance (change in marketing strategy and wider outreach). The attendance across this quarter was lower due to the Christmas/holiday period. The session continues to offer an opportunity for unpaid carers to have tea, coffee and biscuits with other carers in a calm, peaceful environment with the time to connect socially and engage in a mindful meditation. 79% of carers who engaged reported reduction in their stress levels, 40% felt less isolated and lonely, physical wellbeing increased by 65% and 17% of carers felt they had more me time. These numbers exceed last quarters statistics, demonstrating the impact of the work. The geographical spread is spread well across the borough. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 4 0 2 1 2 1 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 1 2 2 0 0 1 0 2 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8736 Council Of Mosques - Tower Hamlets Council of Mosque Healthy Mind, Healthy Lifestyle Reach Boroughwide 85,417.00 The project is successfully delivering health related events attracting high levels of community participation. GREEN Short Description This healthy living project aims to improve the physical and mental health and wellbeing of BAME residents through a programme of community events, practical workshops and one-to-one health support, advice and information that will raise awareness of health risks, illnesses and diseases most profound amongst the borough’s BAME communities. Progress Update Council of Mosque continued to deliver healthy activities, working with 9 local mosques and community organisations based in Tower Hamlets. They successfully delivered 20 sessions of 20 hours of physical activities this quarter. Also ran health information events focused on personal hygiene and eating on a budget, as well as discussions to gradually prepare for Ramadan - demonstrating the positive impact they have had on the community. Their performance against KPIs is strong and on track to meet annual activity targets. Participation remains high with 900 registered participants engaging this quarter, which shows community interests and engagement. Participation was recorded from various wards including 200 from Mile End and 200 from Bethnal Green West. Although, further outreach could be strengthened to target underrepresented wards. Activities report was attached, which further provides evidence of strong delivery - with attendance report and photographs which show activities and well run sessions. Overall, the project is successfully delivering health related events attracting high levels of community participation. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 200 0 0 0 0 0 200 100 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 100 100 0 0 0 0 100 100 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8932 deafPLUS Improving the Health and Wellbeing of the deaf and hard of hearing community Boroughwide 136,666.00 Overall, project demonstrates positive impact for D/deaf participants including increased physical, emotional, and social wellbeing. GREEN Short Description A borough wide health and wellbeing project that addresses health inequalities for deaf and hard of hearing residents, addresses their mental health issues and enables them to make healthy lifestyle choices. Progress Update During this quarter (Oct to Dec 2025) the Health and Wellbeing project for D/deaf and hard-of-hearing residents continued to deliver a varied and co- designed programme of workshops, outings, and peer-led sessions. Participant feedback remained central to shaping the offer, and engagement levels were consistently strong across both educational and social activities. During this reporting period the project has supported 42 unique individuals. This quarter the project hosted a series of exciting events that fostered community, connection, and engagement in BSL. The project provided workshops to improve health and address the inequalities linked to gaps in interpreted information. Project provided a safe space for the Deaf community to ask questions and relate concerns in an environment where they would not feel judged by what they did or did not know. In particular, the yoga workshop was made accessible by finding a teacher who used BSL, and this allowed some participants to understand the benefits of yoga for the first time. Project is now able to offer monthly yoga sessions, followed by a coffee morning which allows members to look after their physical and mental health. Other sessions provided this quarter: An introductory session with Convo - a VRS service which will allow Deaf BSL users to contact companies over the telephone independently. Project had a talk from BSL 999 - a critical service for the Deaf community allowing BSL users to contact 999 in case of an emergency. Project had cultural workshops about Black History and Diwali - two subjects that are routinely accessible to the hearing world but are often missed by the Deaf community, including those with black or Hindu backgrounds. These events brought the community closer together, while promoting communication, learning, and fun in BSL. The achievement project staff witnessed was their growing confidence to connect, engage in discussion, and put great effort into understanding the information delivered. One of the most remarkable outcomes was seeing them gradually gain independence with project support. Project staff also want to continue supporting Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 them in exploring new opportunities and discovering what’s out there. The impact of delivering sessions in BSL, their first language, was significant. It provided access they wouldn’t otherwise have and empowered them to show the world that BSL accessibility is essential. Key KPIs achieved this quarter include: - 42 clients this quarter reported improved health and wellbeing due to attendance at activities - 87.5% of participants responded to feedback forms and 100% of those participants reported a positive engagement with project activities. The sessions were delivered in the Trinity Centre, Key Close which is where deafplus Tower Hamlets is based in. Geographical context A good spread of participation from 15/20 wards, but participation can be further broadened geographically to meet boroughwide outreach. The highest participation is from Bethnal Green East and Whitechapel. Officer will work to review and improve geographical spread for delivery of programme Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 5 0 4 0 3 1 1 2 2 4 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 3 3 1 7 0 1 0 2 0 4 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8940 elop (East London Out Project) Tower Hamlets LGBT+ Support Boroughwide 85,417.00 Organisation meeting all KPI's - 56 people took part this quarter, with 31 being new to ELOP. GREEN Short Description LGBT+ Community Support to enhance peer networks, lessen isolation and provide mental health crisis prevention support. Two facilitated social support groups targeting older people, people with mental health needs or other disabilities, and LGBT asylum seekers, and one to one mental health support providing individual mental health crisis prevention support. Progress Update 56 participants took part in regular activity this quarter with 31 of these being new to ELOP, with 100% of them reporting increased social connection and feeling less isolated, 92% reporting increased wellbeing and mental health and 90% reporting improved life satisfaction. These numbers are on target to meet their annual KPI of 145. The geographical spread is spread well across the borough. The two groups continue to run weekly at Toynbee Hall on Tuesdays and seen new members attend. Across the 11 Nexus sessions, this included National Coming Out Day, Halloween Special, Trans Awareness Week, Outside Edge Theatre Workshop, Magic Me Intergenerational Art Workshop and Festive Bingo. Attendees commented that it is a very diverse space - one attendee who is Bangladeshi, and another who is Pakistani, said that it is rare to find groups in which they aren't made to feel like a minority. Several attendees have also stated that the group provides a space in which they can talk about what is going on in their lives, whether good or bad, and feel heard, seen and respected. Session activities for the chapter group for over 50’s included monthly screenings delivered by the Women Over Fifty Film Festival - LBT Women focused (WOFFF), Queer Ghost Stories, War and Peace in Storytelling, Magic Me Intergenerational Art Workshop and Capturing Winter. 'One service user stated: 'This group is a service that we not only want, but need. The facilitator and volunteers are so good at what they do. If the group ceased to exist, I would feel like there was a crater in my life - the group fills a hole that other things don't reach'. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 3 1 2 3 1 0 0 4 2 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 2 0 4 0 0 0 2 0 4 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8966 Mind in Tower Hamlets, Newham and Redbridge Our Voices Sakinah Boroughwide 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also Monitoring site visit carried out during this Quarter to see project taking place. GREEN Short Description A co-produced, community-based project for diverse Muslim women to come together to support each others mental health and wellbeing through creating a network of safe spaces. The project supports women to have a greater voice and access services that promote positive mental health. Progress Update This quarter weekly sessions are now taking place across three different locations, attendance among Muslim women is growing and on average, seeing 9 women attending the Maryam Centre, 18 to 22 at Open House, and 4 at the Hub at St Katherine. Co-developed a diverse range of informative and engaging activities designed to support the group’s various goals and expectations. These have included therapeutic art workshops, day trips to Muslim sites, and opportunities for self-expression. Expanding the project with the newly formed Asli group, aim is to explore the key issues affecting the Muslim Somali community and identify the solutions. The group has expanded to other black Muslim women in the Tower Hamlets borough. Organisation has submitted a case study and photos with Monitoring form. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 1 0 0 3 0 5 7 4 2 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 0 2 12 0 3 1 0 1 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8663 Positive East One-to-one counselling for residents living with HIV and poor mental health Boroughwide,Whitechapel 55,425.00 Outcome data is pending but qualitative data suggests the project is contributing to improved mental health and belonging of residents living with HIV. AMBER Short Description People living with HIV in the UK are at increased risk of anxiety and depression compared to the general public. Poor mental health can lead to non- adherence to antiretroviral therapy and reduced retention in HIV care. We will provide one-to-one counselling supporting people living with HIV in Tower Hamlets. Progress Update Positive East continues to provide one to one counselling for residents living with HIV and poor mental health. The number of participants that engaged with the programme remain relatively low this quarter at 7, including participants from Bethnal Green East (1) and Canary Wharf (2). They are currently analysing data and will provide the data in the next quarters report but they have already seen positive comments such as "I feel a sense of belonging something I haven't" and "I have felt welcomed and supported and much safer in the world". Therefore, early qualitative feedback already shows the emotional benefit of the project on its service users. Overall, outcome data is pending but qualitative data suggests the project is contributing to improved mental health and belonging of residents living with HIV. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 1 0 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8843 Sister Circle Healing Conversations Boroughwide 124,377.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes GREEN Short Description Healing Conversations provides minoritised mums of pre-school children/survivors of gender-based violence with complex needs with specialist, culturally competent, trauma-informed counselling delivered in community settings, in multiple languages. The project improves mental health, connects women to wider sources of support essential to health and wellbeing, and reduces health inequalities. Progress Update Sister Circle Monitoring Report – Healing Conversations Quarter 3 (Oct–Dec 2025) Overview During Quarter 3, Sister Circle continued to deliver Healing Conversations, providing a vital, culturally sensitive space for care, connection and healing for women across the borough. The service supported women experiencing a wide range of mental health and emotional challenges, with a strong focus on safety, trust and survivor-centred practice. Over the quarter, Sister Circle received 16 new referrals and delivered 44 counselling sessions. Service delivery and staffing This quarter involved several staffing transitions that required careful planning and flexibility. A long-standing counsellor concluded her role in December due to relocation, and a trainee counsellor successfully completed her placement. Alongside these changes, Sister Circle strengthened the counselling team through the recruitment of a new counsellor fluent in both dialects of Somali and Italian, significantly enhancing the organisation’s ability to deliver linguistically and culturally responsive support. In addition, two new trainee counsellors have been recruited and are scheduled to begin their placements in January 2026, supporting future capacity and continuity of care. There was a temporary reduction in outreach capacity during the quarter due to the Support Advocate being on sick leave. While interim cover was secured, it did not fully replace the scope of the role. Emerging needs and partnerships An emerging theme this quarter was an increase in women seeking support around domestic violence. Sister Circle’s established partnerships with Nour and Solace Women’s Aid were particularly valuable, enabling effective cross-referrals and coordinated, holistic support for women with complex needs. KPI 1 Number of minoritised mums/survivors of gender-based violence with complex needs who improve their mental health through Healing Conversations Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Target: 26 women Actual: 5 Five women provided feedback during the quarter, with 100% reporting improvements in their mental wellbeing. Feedback highlights feelings of safety, increased self-understanding and improved communication within family relationships. KPI 2 Number of participants satisfied with the provision Target: 23 participants Actual: 5 All women who provided feedback reported high satisfaction with the service, describing it as helpful in improving wellbeing, coping skills and feelings of safety. Participant geography Participants were registered across a small number of Tower Hamlets wards. The highest representation was from Bethnal Green West (3 participants), followed by Whitechapel (2 participants). Smaller numbers of participants were based in Mile End, Bow West, Island Gardens, and Lansbury (1 participant each). No participants were recorded from the remaining Tower Hamlets wards during this reporting period. Summary During Quarter 3, Sister Circle’s Healing Conversations project continued to deliver meaningful, high-quality support for minoritised women with complex needs. Despite staffing and capacity challenges, the service maintained safe, compassionate delivery, strengthened partnerships, and demonstrated clear positive impact on women’s mental wellbeing. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 3 0 0 1 0 0 1 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 2 0 0 1 1 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8747 The Shadwell Community Project Grow, Eat, Cook! Children's Café Project Shadwell 85,417.00 Overall, Shadwell Community Project continues to deliver high quality and well attended activities with strong outcomes and impact for the community. GREEN Short Description We will provide access to free healthy meals for children especially from low income and ethnic minority backgrounds in Tower Hamlets. We will provide weekly sessions where children grow, cook and eat meals together in a supportive, active environment and increase their health, fitness and wellbeing. Progress Update Shadwell Community Project demonstrated consistent delivery despite a quieter quarter due to bad weather and dark evenings. October half term and last week of delivery in December the project delivery remained busy, indicating strong responsiveness to demand. Across the quarter, organisation ran 29 sessions with 482 attendances with an average attendance of 16 children per season. They also gave out hot meals at every session and won awards for children’s allotment in Tower Hamlets. This shows the significant value the project has on the child’s wellbeing and the quality of the project to the community. 45 registered participants took part in regular project activities this quarter, demonstrating consistent engagement. They have exceeded nearly all their KPI targets including 153 people (target 135) reporting an improved health and wellbeing per anum. Furthermore, 153 people (target 144) reported feeling less isolated per anum. The only KPI they fell short on was the number of meals that were given out, 482 meals were given and target is 2640. But shortfall was explained and linked to the quieter winter period. Organisation provided photos of project delivery and the attendance list from April 24 to December 2025, showing strong transparent delivery and monitoring mechanisms in place. Geographically, most participants are from Shadwell (86), followed by Stepney Green (20) and St Katherine’s and Wapping (10). With reach from nearly all other wards, showing engagement from a wider area. Overall, Shadwell Community Project continues to deliver high quality and well attended activities with strong outcomes and impact for the community. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 4 1 1 0 3 1 2 4 86 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 20 10 0 4 3 2 2 1 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8939 Tower Hamlets Parents Centre Women’s Health Matters Spitalfields and Banglatown,St Dunstan's,St Katherine's and Wapping,Stepney Green,Weavers,Whitechapel 85,417.00 Amber - Project seems to be having a positive impact on participants through the qualitative case study. But actual data needs to be provided to monitor the progress of project. AMBER Short Description The Women’s Health Matters Project in Tower Hamlets will improve the Physical and Mental Health of over 1050 disadvantaged Women in Tower Hamlets, by developing their knowledge, providing Fitness and Nutrition Activities and enhancing their Access to Services. Progress Update Tower Hamlets Parent Centre served 70 beneficiaries this quarter. through activities such as Tea and coffee mornings, walking club, advise and information drop in sessions and healthy eating workshops. Actual data was not provided, so KPIs cannot be assessed to targets. But the data of participant demographics were provided, including 35 participants from Spitalfields and Bangla town and 15 from Weavers. Case study was submitted, showing positive engagement with project including fitness, walking and health matters workshops. Participant reports the activities as fun and so continues to go, demonstrating effective project delivery. Overall, project seems to be having a positive impact on participants through the qualitative case study. But actual data needs to be provided to monitor the progress of project. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 35 6 15 0 0 0 0 0 12 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8667 Toynbee Hall Playful Tower Hamlets - Nurturing Bodies and Minds Spitalfields and Banglatown 85,417.00 Monitoring demonstrates the project will achieve expected outcomes, also Monitoring site visit carried out during this Quarter to see project taking place. GREEN Short Description Creating edible gardens in underused areas of East London, the project connects children to nature, tackles food poverty, and improves physical and mental wellbeing. The project provides outdoor play activities, forest school and weekend gardening sessions for disadvantaged children and their families. Progress Update This quarter delivery continued across Christchurch Primary, Canon Barnett Primary and Toynbee Hall Community Centre throughout the autumn and early winter term. Participation increased across all sites this quarter, with 18 new families and Children joining the Toynbee Hall play sessions. A number of these families have since gone on to engage with other Community Centre activities, including exercise sessions, conversation classes and social drop-ins, demonstrating wider connection and sustained engagement beyond play provision. Children continued to demonstrate increased confidence, cooperation and willingness to engage in group play across all sites, children settling more quickly into sessions, taking part in shared activities and showing greater confidence when interacting with peers. Families have reported that children are particularly enjoying team-based and group activities, and are increasingly interested in play that supports resilience, confidence and physical strength. As participation continues to grow, capacity limitations have become more visible across the programme. While engagement has increased and additional schools have approached the organisation to deliver play sessions, ability to expand provision is currently constrained by available funding and staff capacity. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 4 100 2 10 1 2 11 0 6 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 16 1 0 0 0 3 2 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct - Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisat ion Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8850 Vallance Communi ty Trust SEND Health & Wellbeing Project (Young People) Boroughwide 85,417.00 Vallance Community Trust has delivered a well‑managed, impactful programme that is having positive health related outcomes for young with SEND. GREEN Short Description A programme of weekly sports and physical activities and a social club for young people (8-25 years) with special educational needs and disabilities for the purpose of increasing sports participation, improving health and wellbeing (including mental health), and reducing loneliness, isolation and exclusion. Progress Update Vallance Community Trust continued to offer multi sports and physical activities to young people across the spectrum. This quarter, they successfully engaged with 70 registered young people, which demonstrated positive health and wellbeing improvements. 25% of participants reported improvements to their physical health and well being. Other positive impacts include increase in sports participation and reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation, showing wider project impact. Performance against KPIS was strong, with several target exceeded. Organisation also demonstrates good practice by co designing activities with stakeholders and participants, to develop their project and make sure they are responsive to local needs. SEND early years health and wellbeing project report attached, which details project description, performance, evaluation and impact with 2 case studies - showing effective management and accountability. A geographical breakdown of the participants was provided, including 24 from Bethnal Green East and 4 from Mile End. Overall. Vallance Community Trust has delivered a well‑managed, impactful programme that is having positive health related outcomes for young with SEND. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 24 0 0 0 0 5 0 0 5 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 4 0 2 0 0 1 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8962 Working Well Trust Upskill Choices Boroughwide 85,417.00 Overall project RAG: Green. Project is on track to achieve its overall outcomes. Reported quarterly targets were achieved. NOTE: figure for KPI 3 is missing from the form but included in attached monitoring document. GREEN Short Description The project engages and supports people who have been affected by emotional or mental health issues to take steps towards improving their own health wellbeing and community involvement. Clients will work with project staff to identify pathways within the community to wellbeing, training and volunteering opportunities and to develop skills essential for wellbeing and future employment. Progress Update KPI 1 - Participants supported to access education on [relevant topics] Green - 13 achieved towards 50 annual target KPI 2 - Percentage of participants report positive engagement with project services. Green - 100% of respondents (80% response rate) vs 85% target. KPI 3 - Clients report improved mental health. Green - 17 achieved towards 50 annual target. During this quarter, Upskill Choices continued to receive steady referrals from clinical mental health teams, GPs, social prescribers and a wide range of community partners, alongside self‑referrals via events and the Working Well website. The service supported 21 residents with one‑to‑one, person‑centred guidance to identify goals, access volunteering, ESOL and basic skills courses, and engage with specialist organisations supporting asylum seekers and people with no recourse to public funds. Demand remained high, with the project operating at capacity. The team delivered tailored wellbeing, lifestyle and cost‑of‑living support, and collected participant feedback, with 100% of respondents (representing 80% of participants) reporting positive engagement. WWT committed to serving all borough wards and served residents from the following 10 wards during this quarter: Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 4 0 4 0 2 1 2 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 2 1 1 0 0 1 0 0 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Theme 5 - Empower Communities and Fight Crime Scheme A - Inequalities Experienced by People and Communities Reflecting Different Equality Groups and Socio-economic Backgrounds ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8722 Account3 Ltd Dare to Lead - leadership development for Minoritized women of Tower Hamlets Boroughwide 85,417.00 RED - PROJECT CLOSED. Account3 notified LBTH of organisational liquidation during November 2025. RED Short Description Dare to Lead is a customised and approved BAME Women focused leadership programme, which is accredited and externally verified and validated by the national examination board OCN, London. The leadership programme is designed to support BAME women who are in or aspire to leadership roles through a development programme Progress Update During Oct–Dec 2025, Dare to Lead entered a wind-down phase. Account3 was unable to meet its financial liabilities and would enter liquidation. The submitted report indicates that no leadership training, cohort activity, social action work, or events took place during the quarter. It states that the focus of the quarter was reflection, communications with clients and partners, and preparing for organisational closure. The project had previously demonstrated strong overall outcomes, including high participation, successful accreditation achievements, and strong progression of women into leadership roles. Their Project Closure Report has been uploaded to Documents. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8631 Council Of Mosques - Tower Hamlets CoM Community Empowerment Project Boroughwide 85,417.00 Overall Project RAG: Green. The project is on track to achieve its overall outcomes. 3 of 5 KPIs met or exceeded quarterly targets. KPI2 is slightly below target. KPI3 is red as reporting still focuses on inter- mosque collaborative working. GREEN Short Description CoM’s Community Empowerment Project is new structured service designed and developed by CoM to address racism, faith-based abuse such as Islamophobia and discrimination faced by particularly by the borough’s Muslim Communities areas of health, the criminal justice system, education, employment, immigration and politics experienced by the borough’s BAME communities. Progress Update KPI 1 – Organisations taking part in capacity building & reporting increased confidence GREEN: 9 achieved vs 7 target KPI 2 – Organisations demonstrating improved legal knowledge around race, discrimination and abuse AMBER: 9 achieved vs 11 target KPI 3 – Organisations engaging in partnership work with other faith groups and cultures RED: 9 reported vs 3 target. However, as with previous quarterly reporting, CoM has focussed on inter-mosque partnership rather than their original commitment to work with other community and faith groups in order to increase knowledge and understanding of different cultures. Officer is feeding back to the group for response. KPI 5 – Organisations reporting improved economic prospects/social mobility GREEN: 9 achieved vs 7 target The Council of Mosques delivered the community empowerment programme across nine mosques, focusing on widening resident participation and strengthening organisational capacity. Activities included weekly Friday outreach sessions, volunteer recruitment support, and training on community engagement techniques such as focus groups, surveys, and public events. Feedback was positive, highlighting improved inclusivity and confidence among participating organisations. The project engaged 900 participants, showing strong reach. CoM also conducted follow‑up visits to assess impact and held its AGM with 59 member organisations to co‑design future priorities and elect a new board. CoM has committed to serving the whole Borough. Wards served during this quarter were: Mile End (200 participants) Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Shadwell (100 participants) St Katharine’s & Wapping (100 participants) Bethnal Green West (200 participants) Stepney Green (100 participants) Lansbury (100 participants) Limehouse (100 participants) Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 200 0 0 0 0 0 200 100 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 100 100 0 0 0 0 100 100 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8994 East London Advanced Technology Training Tower Hamlets Voices Bethnal Green East (formerly Bethnal Green),Bethnal Green West (formerly St Peter's),Limehouse,Mile End,Shadwell,Spitalfields and Banglatown,St Dunstan's,Stepney Green,Weavers,Whitechapel 85,417.00 Overall project RAG: GREEN. Project is on track to achieve its overall outcomes. Good delivery activity (60 participants engaged) but no quarterly KPI figures reported due to course ending - and evaluation taking place - in the next quarter. GREEN Short Description Tower Hamlets Voices will foster community cohesion by bringing together people from diverse backgrounds in six local West Tower Hamlets hubs. The project aims to improve inclusion, access to support, and overall equality and will support 220 participants, mostly from Black, Asian, and multi-ethnic backgrounds and other marginalised groups annually. Progress Update KPI 1: Participants feeling less isolated Course is ongoing evaluation surveys not completed during this quarter KPI 2: Participants reporting greater progression opportunities Course is ongoing so evaluation surveys not completed during this quarter KPI 3: Participants reporting greater awareness of how to get involved Course is ongoing so evaluation surveys not completed during this quarter ELATT delivered a rich programme of trips, conversation clubs and learner‑led events. However, outcome surveys were not completed within the quarter, resulting in 0/blank KPI entries despite activity with 60 participants. Completing post‑activity surveys in Q3 will enable KPI evidence next time. The contract states annual targets. *Contract incorrectly states that only Bethnal Green East ward - should be Boroughwide. Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 7 0 0 0 0 7 0 0 9 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 5 6 0 13 0 6 0 3 1 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8908 Real DPO ltd All Inclusive Advice Boroughwide 102,500.00 Overall project RAG: GREEN. The project is on track to meet its outcomes. All four quarterly KPIs met or exceeded targets this quarter. GREEN Short Description Tailored and evidence-based advice and support for disabled individuals in Tower Hamlets. Offering holistic assistance, including guidance on independent travel, financial independence, community engagement, and access to local services. It will cater to clients from diverse ethnic, cultural, and faith backgrounds and collaborate with other organizations for referrals. Progress Update KPI 1 - Cases closed per quarter GREEN - 11 cases vs 8 target KPI 2 - % reporting increased independence / improved QoL GREEN - 95% vs 90% target KPI 3 - Number of clients accessing resources GREEN - 80% vs 50% target KPI 4 - % reporting more choice & control GREEN - 90% vs 80% target Real DPO’s All-Inclusive Advice project supported 11 disabled clients this quarter, delivering holistic advice on grants, benefits, travel documentation, social care and practical home adjustments. The team worked with clients experiencing complex needs, including mobility limitations, mental health challenges and language barriers, providing culturally sensitive one‑to‑one support. Key achievements included successful Resident Support Scheme applications, passport renewals, OT referrals, and guidance that prevented unnecessary legal costs. Client satisfaction and impact were strong, with 95% reporting improved independence, 85% accessing essential services, and 90% feeling more choice and control over their lives. Great to see the outreach plan they developed has expanded their reach (they served 4 wards in Q2 vs 8 wards in Q3). Officer has contacted the team to clarify the reporting period, as the narrative states Sep-Dec 2025 (should be Oct-Dec 2025). Update 29/01 - project lead has confirmed the figures reported are for Oct-Dec 2025. The organisation committed to serve residents across the whole borough. During this quarter, they served the following 8 wards: Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 0 1 0 2 2 1 0 1 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9029 SocietyLink s Tower Hamlets Stay Smart Stay Safe Shadwell,St Katherine's and Wapping,Whitechapel 85,417.00 Overall project RAG: Green. The project is on track to achieve its overall outcomes. SocietyLinks exceeded all three quarterly KPIs, with strong description of impact on participants. GREEN Short Description The Stay Smart, Stay Safe project focuses on empowering girls and women to make positive choices in their personal lives that allow them to prosper and lead fulfilling lives. Progress Update KPI 1 - Raised understanding of female‑specific health conditions 51 achieved this quarter (81% of 63 total participants) vs annual target of 30 (75% of 40 participants) KPI 2 - Better understanding of abuse and how to get support 48 achieved this Q (75% of participants) vs annual target of 30 (75% of 40 participants) KPI 3 - Confidence in reporting crimes 55 achieved this Q (87% of participants) vs annual target of 34 (85% of 40 participants) SocietyLinks supported 63 registered participants and had a clear positive impact on wellbeing, confidence and social connection. they report that their creative arts sessions helped reduce stress and build confidence, while workshops on self‑care, mental health and coping strategies encouraged open discussion and mutual support among attendees. The group also rallied around a participant facing a family crisis, demonstrating the project’s strong community bonds. SocietyLinks included a table detailing workshop dates, topics and activities to underscore their narrative report. This was requested by officer during monitoring visit, so great that it was promptly and effectively implemented. Organisation always describes strong mixed-method evidence (questionnaires, quizzes, feedback forms, staff observations). It would be good to see evidence of written feedback in Q4/annual report, as this is well reported but not attached. Officer to request. Geographic al Breakdown The organisation committed to serve residents of Shadwell, St Katharine’s & Wapping and Whitechapel. during this quarter, they served 11 residents of Shadwell, 5 of St Katharine's & Wapping, and 47 of Whitechapel. Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 11 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 5 47 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9008 TOYHOUSE LIBRARIES ASSOCIATION OF TOWER HAMLETS Empowering Communities:- Coming together, sharing their cultures, food and experiences Bow West, Bromley North, Bromley South, Mile End, Poplar, St Dunstan's, Stepney Green 51,192.0 0 Overall project RAG: Green. The project is on track to achieve overall outcomes. Toyhouse exceeded all three quarterly KPIs, delivering above the required thresholds for this period. GREEN Short Description Toyhouse will facilitate a series of short courses for people from diverse backgrounds and 3 generations across equalities strands. 5 parents & pre- schoolers, plus older people, drawn together to discover and discuss, aiming to increase understanding and appreciation of different cultures - via food; games; traditions; clothing; beliefs; and celebrations. Progress Update KPI 1 - People improving knowledge, understanding and appreciation of other cultures/faiths/ages GREEN - 92% (24 of 26 participants) vs 75% target KPI 2 - People building friendships with people from different cultures/faiths/ages GREEN - 92% (24 of 26 participants) vs 75% target KPI 3 - People more engaged in the local community, including participating in more community events GREEN - 92% (24 of 26 participants) vs 75% target Toyhouse continued to deliver highly engaging cross‑cultural community courses this quarter, with strong attendance and active participation from 26 families. Sessions explored themes such as identity, cultural traditions, relationships and childhood play, prompting rich discussions and meaningful sharing of personal experiences. Families reported enjoying opportunities to learn about each other’s backgrounds, contributing food traditions, stories and customs that strengthened cohesion. Feedback highlighted growing confidence, new friendships and increased community involvement, with participants attending other Toyhouse sessions and local events. The project maintained consistently positive outcomes and demonstrated clear impact on understanding, connection and social inclusion. Delivery was strong, engagement was high, and outcomes were evidenced clearly through participant questionnaires and facilitator observations. Toyhouse committed to serving residents from Bow West, Bromley North, Bromley South, Mile End, Poplar, St Dunstan’s, Stepney Green. They served Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 4 0 0 6 6 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 0 0 0 0 0 2 0 4 0 4 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 9048 Volunteer Centre Tower Hamlets BAME Trustee Training and Matching (known as The METs Programme) Boroughwide 136,629.00 Overall project RAG: Green. The project is on track to achieve its overall outcomes. Delivered well against two quarterly KPIs. Post-course evaluation forms were not completed this quarter due to length of the course (will report against baseline in Q4). GREEN Short Description The programme will recruit, train and support residents from BAME communities (60% women) to become charity trustees. It will address inequality by empowering BAME residents to fulfil their potential and progress into leadership roles. Trained volunteers will be matched with local charities, creating trustee boards that better reflect our community. Progress Update KPI 1 - Number of BAME residents completing trustee training each quarter Green - 10 people towards annual target of 24 KPI 2 - % of participants reporting increased knowledge and confidence Unscored - 11 baseline questionnaires completed, post-course evaluation will be completed during Q4 KPI 3 - Number of BAME residents who become charity trustees Amber - 2 people towards annual target of 19 (running total currently 10). VCTH made strong progress this quarter toward its annual targets for the METs programme. 11 residents were onboarded to the Round 4 training cohort and 10 completed the course. They met their 60% target for women’s participation. 9 charities were onboarded, 8 of these aim to recruit following the January 2026 matching event. Two trainees from the previous round were appointed as trustees, bringing the annual total to 10 against a target of 19. They will therefore need a 90% success rate following January's matching event in order to meet their annual target of 19 Trustee placements. This is ambitious but realistic, based on having 10 well-trained candidates and 8 charities attending the event. The organisation also strengthened governance through updated policies and succession planning. VCTH committed to serving the whole borough and served residents from the following 7 wards during this quarter: Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 3 2 2 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8961 Working Well Trust Upskill Reach Boroughwide 135,778.00 Overall project RAG: Green. The project is on track to achieve its outcomes. 2 of 3 contracted KPIs exceeded quarterly expectations; open sessions were slightly below the quarterly aim. GREEN Short Description Opening up referral pathways and increaseing access to opportunities for people with lived experience of mental health from Black, Asian and Multi-Ethnic Communities. We will support people to overcome barries by addressing ineuqalities of access to support and resources. Progress Update KPI 1 - People from BAME communities accessing one-to-one support GREEN - 16 achieved vs 15 target KPI 2 - Number of people from BAME communities developing action plans setting out long-term goals GREEN - 15 achieved vs 10 target KPI 3 - Open sessions per annum AMBER - 2 achieved vs 3 target (notes focus on outreach next quarter) During this quarter, Upskill Reach experienced continued growth in referrals, particularly from primary care, social prescribers, housing associations and community organisations, with a small waiting list due to demand. The team provided one‑to‑one support in multiple community languages, helping residents identify goals, build confidence, and access ESOL courses, training and wellbeing opportunities. In total, 17 participants engaged regularly with the service, and staff supported 16 residents through individual planning and 15 to develop long‑term action plans. Engagement at community events continued, with two provider‑facing open sessions delivered to strengthen pathways and address barriers. WWT committed to serving the whole Borough and served the following 9 wards during this quarter: Geographical Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 4 0 3 0 2 0 0 2 1 2 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 1 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 1 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Scheme B - Community Safety ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8900 Beyond the Streets Door of Hope Boroughwide 79,947.00 BtS is rated Green, delivering vital holistic support, outreach, food and health kits while expanding partnerships. KPIs mostly strong; Amber areas reflect women early in their journey. Service remains highly impactful and continues to grow its offer. GREEN Short Description Funding our Door of Hope Coordinator, overseeing our project working with women selling sex in Tower Hamlets through street outreach, drop Ins and long term, trauma informed, 1:1 support that includes advocating for and enabling positive outcomes within themes of homelessness, income and food poverty, substance misuse, and physical/mental health Progress Update This project has been rated green. Beyond the Streets (BtS) has had another great quarter helping some of the most vulnerable women in the borough. They have offered holistic support, provided food and connected people with complex needs to the relevant services. The organisation has continued to build on its offer and built relations with external stakeholders in the borough. Progress: BtS has continued with excellent progress. They have continued to recruit more women to their caseload, and are actively conducting outreach to build trust and encourage more women to access their services. In addition to the vital services they run they have also delivered 80 portions of hot food and 87 sexual health kits. They've referred 8 women to the Women's Exploitation and Safety Partnership which they run. BtS are delivering above and beyond the scope of their program and delivering an important service to women in Tower Hamlets. One thing impacting KPIs this quarter is that several women's cases have been closed and new women have joined the caseload. As people are at the beginning of their journey it is harder for them to engage in services as trust must first be built. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 KPI: KPI 1 - Green - Target: 50% (of 60) of women on caseload accessing sexual health services by end of March 2025, 55% (of 60) by end of March 2026, maintain by end of grant. - Actual: 80% of 30. - BtS has a great model where their service users are able to jump the cue and they have specialist nurses attending sessions. They have reached their target and are on track to exceed yearly targets. KPI 2 - Amber - Target: 90% (of 60) of women on caseload accessing contraceptive support by end of March 2025, maintain by end of March 2026, maintain by grant end - Actual: 77% of 23 women on caseload - Only 4 more women required to reach target. This KPI has been amber for the past 3 quarters. Women on caseload report having other more pressing concerns to deal with. Throughout BtS makes the point that until their most basic needs can be met much of what they offer is superfluous. Whilst this KPI is amber, the work they are doing is highly impactful and being delivered in an immensely complex context. As a result the contract officer is not concerned that the organisation is not meeting the intended impact of the contract KPI 3 - Green - Target: 95% (of 60) women on caseload registered with GP by end of March 2025, 98% (of 60) by end of March 2026, maintain by grant end - Actual: 97% - They are consistently scoring well in this KPI despite it having so many contingencies KPI 4 - Green - Target: 65% (of 60) of Women on caseload and not in treatment referred to local Drug and Alcohol Treatment services by end of March 2025, 70% by end of March 2026, maintain by end of grant - Actual: 86% - Target exceeded KPI 5 - Amber - Target: 80% (of 60) of women omen on caseload with substance misuse needs engaging with local drug and alcohol treatment services.by March 2025, maintain 80%-85% (of 60) by March 2026, and by grant end - Actual: 58% - Actual low because people have just been referred and it takes time for people to build rust and engagement Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 KPI 6 - Amber - Target: 30% (of 60) of Women on caseload stopped or reduced use of Class A drugs by end of March 2025, 35% (of 60) by end of March 2026, maintain by end of grant. - Actual: 18% - Actual low because people have just been referred and it takes time for people to build rust and engagement Project Development: They continue to utilise co-design through embedding the lived experience of their survey users into service design. BtS has worked with Groundswell to survey their cohorts on homelessness. They have also built strong connections with the council's homeless team. The council's team have noted how useful this connection has been and are now referring women to the service. They also ran their first open day where there were donations of clothes, jewellery, toiletries and beauty products. This was a major success with service users requesting another one. Geographic: This organisation is exempt from collecting geographic data. Summary: BtS has continued to offer vital support to some of the most vulnerable women in the borough. Whilst some KPIs have been missed this is owing to where the women in the caseload are in their journey, with several being right at the start of their journey within the service. The project is continuously expanding its relations and offering. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8678 D'awatul Islam UK & Eire Ltd "Our Park" - 'Safer Parks Campaign' Limehouse,Shadwell,St Katherine's and Wapping,Stepney Green,Whitechapel 102,500.00 Rated green. DI shows excellent progress, expanding partnerships, delivering impactful workshops and exceeding KPIs. Strong youth engagement and advocacy with the Mayor. Only issue is limited geographic reach, which needs support to reflect full activity. GREEN Short Description The "Safer Parks Campaign" empowers local communities to tackle issues like anti-social behaviour, drug abuse, mugging, sexual exploitation, and violence in parks. A diverse team of 20 individuals, will work together to make parks safer through community organising, community listening, social action, and negotiations with authorities. Progress Update This project has been rated green. The project has exceeded in its KPIs and the organisation has demonstrated continuous progress in terms of building partnerships and impact. Progress: D'awatul Islam continues to make great progress. They have expanded their partnerships and volunteer cohort through connections with The Wash Wombles and London Enterprise School. They have also successfully ran an upcycling workshop. The impact of this was that one young person with SEND and ADHD has now signed up to a bench making course at the Building Crafts. The young person reported making friends and building Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 confidence as a direct result of DIs workshop on upcycling. They also report their work on continuing to build their relationship with St Georges in the East, and are expanding influence into Allen Gardens. Another impressive update is that on the 16th December the Young Park Champions presented the mayor and requested his assistance on increasing bin and bench provision in Gosling as well as asking for permission to establish Tower Hamlets' first Forest Garden. They mayor has agreed and the young champions will now have the opportunity to submit a formal written proposal. DI has show exceptional commitment to improving and expanding their provision and positively impacting the people it serves. KPIS: All KPIs have been met or exceeded. The project is on track to meet and in several cases exceed KPI targets for the year. KPI 1 - Target: 25 member of the community a year report a reduction in ASB at Gosling Park - Actual: 18 this quarter. - Well on track for meeting and exceeding yearly KPI targets KPI 2 - Target: Train 15 new community champions per year - Actual: They have reported 18 community champions and stated that 9 are continuing their journey to level 4 certification in Community Leadership - Well on track for meeting and exceeding yearly KPI targets KPI 3 - Target 50 community members a year report higher levels of cohesion and solidarity as a result of efforts to create a safer Gosling Park - Actual: 27 - Well on track for meeting and exceeding yearly KPI targets Project Development: The upcycling workshop is evidence of a continued commitment to co-production with young people and fosterer a greener culture. They continue to develop young peoples skills and talents through dedicated workshop and events. Further, they are continuing their research work with QMUL and are reaching out to councillors. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Geographic: This project is supposed to target the following wards: Limehouse, Shadwell, St Katharine’s and Wapping. Stepney Green and Whitechapel. It has only targeted Shadwell. The grant officer will continue to work with the organisation to expand their reach. It is likely that they are reaching these areas with their additional work but that the additional work doesn't neatly fit into KPI targets and so cannot be accurately represented. Summary: The project is well on track to meet all its aims. Great progress is being made and they demonstrate continuous improvement. The only challenge is in their geographic outreach however it seems that their wider work is targeting these areas, but this is not able to be reflected in KPI numbers. The grant officer will work with them to ensure the wards are reached and they are accurately reflecting all of their stakeholders. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 27 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8792 Look Ahead Care and Support Children's Domestic Violence Support Worker Shadwell 68,333.00 LA is rated green, delivering highly impactful refuge support, safeguarding and trauma work. All KPIs met or exceeded. Strong resident engagement, skills development and multi‑agency working, with continued support through move‑on and resettlement. GREEN Short Description A specialist Children’s Domestic Violence Support Worker to support children living at the refuge who have experienced trauma due to early exposure to domestic abuse. The post will be embedded in the Tower Hamlets Domestic Abuse Service and support children while they stay in the refuge. Progress Update This project is rated green. Progress: Look Ahead (LA) has continued to deliver highly impactful work this quarter. The service supported two families and three single women to settle safely into refuge accommodation and access essential services, providing intensive emotional, practical and trauma‑informed support. Staff coordinated closely with schools, health services, immigration advisors and multi‑agency partners to address safeguarding, education, healthcare and legal needs. They also facilitated community activities, supported move‑on into independent housing and continued post‑resettlement support to prevent isolation and tenancy breakdown. KPIs: Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 KPI 1 - Green - Target: 7 children a quarter will report increased confidence and ability to manage their emotions in co-production feedback sessions. - Actual: 7 - 7 children support and overwhelmingly positive feedback on the improvements to wellbeing and confidence KPI 2 - Green - Target: Number and percentage of parents of all children you work with will report improved communication with their child ( 7 a year) - Actual: 6 - This target has been overwhelmingly met each quarter and they are on track to exceed yearly targets. Feedback from parents demonstrate that they intervention is improving child behaviour and wellbeing and helping in parent-child relations KPI 3 - Green - Target: 3 organisations report an increase in understanding after having received training and support from project. - Actual: 4 -Have delivered great work with CAMHS, local school and youth centres. They have received great feedback with organisations asking to maintain their relationship with the org. People report feeling more confident in their ability to acknowledge the signs of abuse and how to support young people experiencing abuse KPI 4 - Green - Target: Number and percentage of single mothers, who have experienced domestic abuse, who will be able to build a more positive family environment by improving their own wellbeing (100% minimum of 15 children a year) - Actual: 6/6 100% - Great results. Organisation on track to meet or exceed yearly targets. Mother's report increase in confidence, wellbeing, security and social connection. Development: They organisation has run a Christmas and celebration events which allow the residents to connect. Project development this quarter centred on strengthening resident engagement, building stability within the refuge and supporting women preparing for move‑on through monthly house meetings, co‑designed activities and reassurance around independence. Staff focused on developing residents’ practical life skills, providing continued post‑move‑on support and maintaining strong multi‑agency partnerships to ensure safe, coordinated care. Therapeutic provision remained important, and although move‑on delays created barriers, the service continued offering consistent, trauma‑informed support throughout. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 Geographic: This program is exempt from reporting geographic data, Summary: LA have continued to run a crucial service for vulnerable children and families. They are on track to meet or exceed yearly targets and are continuing to develop programs and bring some fun into the lives of vulnerable families experiencing hardship. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8883 Osmani Trust Schools Resilience Programme (SRP) Boroughwide 136,667.00 Osmani Trust is rated Green, showing exceptional impact, strong school relationships and exceeding KPIs. Cohorts progressing well, with unique support for complex needs. Only issue is limited reach in Bromley North/South, where support will be provided. GREEN Short Description The Schools Resilience Programme (SRP) aims to educate and mentor vulnerable and at risk secondary school children on community safety and prevent them from becoming involved in crime, gangs and criminal exploitation. The project will develop their resilience, critical thinking skills and emotional intelligence so they make informed choices. Progress Update Osmani Trust (OT) have evidenced exceptional impact and project progression. They are clearly able to meet the needs of their cohorts and are building strong relationships with young people and schools in the borough. This project has been rated green. Progress: Cohorts across two schools are making excellent progress. Behaviour is improving and engagement appears high. This demonstrates how important and valued the sessions are for the cohorts . In a third school, progress is slower. However this is not an indictment against the program. Instead it a result of the complex needs of the students at the institution and is indicative of there only being once-weekly sessions. OT are working hard to to deliver positive impact to this cohort, and will continue to provide impactful and unique support for a long-term period. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 KPIs: KPI 1 - Green - Target: 100 young people a year state feeling safe with OT's presence in schools - Actual: 18 - Although quarterly target appears low, OT have already far exceeded this target when we combine Q1 and Q2 figures KPI 2 - Green - Target: 32 yp a year feel safer and not threatened by their peers - Actual: 18 - Yearly target already exceeded KPI 3 - Green - Target: 70% engaged in project do not commit a crime whilst engaged in the project. 70% state reduction in ASB. 50% of YP who state using drugs, reduce their drug use - Actual: 90% did not commit a crime. Above 70% shown reduction in ASB. Above 50% stated reduction in drug use - KPI has been met. Program has demonstrated incredible impact. Project Development: The project notes continued support for one of their target schools. They also note that the school has requested more support and to deepen relations with OT, further showing how impactful the organisations work is. Case Study: OT has evidenced the impact of its program through their submitted case study. The case study shows the complexity in which they work, but also show how impactful the holistic support they offer is. They continue to demonstrate successfully building relationships with young people, their parents and their schools. Geographic: Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 This program is boroughwide. The conditions for boroughwide under theme 5b is that the organisation particularly targets residents in Bow East, Bow West, Bromley North and Bromley South. They have been unable to reach students in Bromley North and South. Additional support will be offered by the grant officer to ensure they are able to meet this condition. Summary: OT have consistently exceeded their KPIs. They continue to run a highly impactful program that is changing the lives of some of the most vulnerable young people in the borough. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 3 3 4 1 1 3 0 0 0 0 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisatio n Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8738 Shadwell Trust Self Defence Classes and Creative Arts Shadwell,St Katherine's and Wapping,Stepney Green,Whitechapel 68,333.00 Shadwell Trust shows strong Q3 progress and recovery post‑Tarling closure, but rated Amber due to missing KPI data and narrative. Recruitment improving and KPIs mostly on track, yet unclear figures require clarification before RAG can be Green AMBER Short Description Self Defence Classes and Creative Arts for Girls, Women and BAME Young People Progress Update Shadwell Trust has made excellent progress in Q3, and have demonstrated that they are recuperating the numbers lost due to Tarling Centre closure. However despite the great progress being made this project has currently been rated as Amber. That is because some crucial information and narrative is missing, which make it difficult for the assessor to know for certain that the project is on track in all areas. Progress and Development: Following from discussions in December, Shadwell Trust has ramped up their efforts to recruit more participants. They are using Hyde House's Newsletter and marketing tools. They are also recruiting through a local girls basketball team and local mum's network. As a result 19 people have signed up for Q4 sessions. Despite this progress Shadwell Trust reports difficulties recruiting more girls to attend following the closure of the Tarling Centre last quarter. This is to be expected and has been discussed by the organisation and grant officers. As a result grant officers expected the pick up in activity to be slow. However, the organisation notes that their regular attendees have returned following the closure. This is promising and makes it more likely that they will be able to achieve their yearly targets. They have also noted reported new ways to engage with their cohorts such as through running a community Iftar. KPIs: A majority of the KPIs have been met and have shown significant uptick from Q1 and Q2. However, the organisation has provided very little data and narrative around figures cited. So it is difficult to properly assess to what extent the project is on track. Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 KPI 1 - Target: 15ps attend physical activity sessions a week and 40 different people a year - Actual: 37 - Commentary: Target met however it is unclear whether this figure relates to unique individuals, total quarterly participants or average weekly participants. More information need. KPI 2 - Target: 15ps attend self defence sessions a week and 40 different people a year - Actual: 12 - Commentary: Close to target but again unclear whether they will achieve their yearly target KPI 3 - Target: 15ps attend art classes a week and 40 different people a year - Actual: 25 Commentary: Target met however it is unclear whether this figure relates to unique individuals, total quarterly participants or average weekly participants. More information need. KPI 4 - Target: 75% of 40ps to report improve physical and mental wellbeing - Actual: 13 - Commentary: Unclear whether this is a percentage or a whole number. As a result it is impossible to say whether this target has been met, as no narrative has been provided. Geographic Reach: Target ward of Shadwell has been reached. Grant officer has no concerns that project won't meet its geographic commitments. Missing Information: Key data and narrative are missing from KPIs which make it difficult to know if the program is truly on track. Further, the organisation was supposed to provide information on how they were going to increase their provision to account for the loss incurred by the closure of the Tarling Centre. This was not provided. Summary & Next Steps: Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 The project may well deserve a green RAG rating, unfortunately the lack of narrative in the monitoring return makes it impossible to rate them this. In order to rectify this the grant officer has republished the monitoring return so that the organisation can provide the supplementary information. They grant officer has also reached out to the organisation and requested the missing information and questioned the KPI figures. Overall, the project is showing promise of getting back on track and meeting all contractual obligations. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 4 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0 14 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 1 0 2 2 1 0 1 6 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8696 Step Forward (Tower Hamlets) Being Heard Boroughwide 136,667.00 Step Forward is rated green, delivering vital counselling and wellbeing support and reaching 380 students via assemblies. KPIs on track or exceeded. Partnerships expanding and boroughwide reach strong. GREEN Short Description Our Being Heard project offers a programme of preventative, early intervention activities to help keep vulnerable young people aged 11-25 safe, free from harm and prevent them being exploited. It also provides specialist support to young people affected by sexual violence to help them feel safe, cope and recover. Progress Update This project has been rated green. Step Forward (SF) has continued to deliver vital services across the borough. Progress: Step Forward (SF) have continued to deliver their core service so f 1-2-1 counselling, CBT and personal development. They also ran two assemblies which reach approximately 380 students. These assemblies help students learn about wellbeing and how to access support. They organisation has shown a commitment to helping support young people across the borough. KPIs: SF is on track to achieve or exceed all their KPIs. KPI 1 - Green - Target: Support 15-25 girls and young women a year affected by sexual abuse, violence and/or discrimination - Actual: 10 - Project has exceeded yearly target. This quarter they supported 10 unique individuals, 6 of which are now receiving therapy. The other 4 are being supported but have chosen not to receive therapy KPI 2 - Green - Target: 75-85 a year will feel safe accessing support - Actual: 15 - Despite quarterly target being low, they are well on track to achieving the actual yearly target KPI 3 - Green - Target: 35-45 vulnerable people a year who have experienced some form of hate crime will experience feeling safe in the community - Actual: 12 - On track to achieve yearly targets Project Development: SF are expanding their partnerships so that they can develop more safe spaces for vulnerable young people. The grant officer has offered them help in doing this. Geographic: Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 This project is boroughwide. They have demonstrated that they have worked with people representative of most of the wards in the borough. Per the contract conditions of Theme 5b, boroughwide organisations should ensure reach in Bow East and West, as well as Bromley North and South. The only ward SF has not reached this quarter is Bromley South. However, given that they have demonstrated they have reach most wards in the borough this is of no concern. Summary: SF provides vital support to young girls and women in the borough. They are continuing to deliver vital services. This quarter they were also able to reach almost 400 young people and talk to them about mental wellbeing. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 1 1 5 1 3 2 2 0 2 3 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 3 1 0 0 1 5 0 3 1 0 Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 ID Organisation Project Geographical Area Served Grant Amount Officers Notes RAG Rating 8914 Women’s Inclusive Team Haawa Project (Community Safety) Boroughwide 102,500.00 Haawa is rated Green, having met or exceeded KPIs and shown strong impact through 16 Days activism, expanded referrals and inclusive support. Only issues are missing KPI1 contacts data and limited geographic reach GREEN Short Description The Hawaa Project is a tailored advice and guidance service for BAME women affected by domestic abuse. WIT provides a safe and confidential environment, where cultural and linguistic needs of minority women are catered for. Hawaa is set to help tackle a culturally sensitive issue that is often overlooked. Progress Update Haawa project has largely achieved or over achieved their KPI targets. They have demonstrated how the organisation has made progress to achieve its intended impact through the 16 Days of Activism campaign. They have continued to expand referral pathways and deliver culturally inclusive DMVAS support and training to individuals and partners across Tower Hamlets. There is one area that needs improving: geographic reach. This was an issue in the previous return and little progress seems to have been made. KPIs: This projects KPIs have all been achieved except one, however this was not achieved because they provided incomplete data. The missing data has been chased. KPI 1 - Amber -Target: 10 unique caseloads and 39 weekly contacts. - Actual: 13 unique caseloads. No data provided for weekly contacts - No data was provided for how many weekly contacts took place, the monitoring officer has emailed and asked for clarification on this. However as the organisation has achieved the unique caseload number - and this is the priority - this has little impact on project outcomes. KPI 2 - Green - Target: 26 to attend workshop and 90% to report increased confidence and knowledge - Actual: 26 for 16 days of Activism, but they also had 60 attend the Town Hall event for the 16 days. 23 of the 26 surveyed reported increased knowledge and confidence KPI 3 - Green - Target: training 2.5 community champions a quarter - Actual: 10 Project Development/ Progress: Mayor’s Community Grants Programme (MCGP) – Oct – Dec 25 Project Summary Appendix 3 The program has continued to expand on their referral pathways, staff training and show clear evidence of co-producing with service users. During Q3 they also ran a successful 16 Days of Activism campaign, which resulted in mass outreach through Mosques, bus stops advertising and social media. They also hosted an event where 60 members of the public and public sector workers attended. Geographic: The project is set to be boroughwide and yet several wards including Bow West and Bromley South, which are priority wards under theme 5b have not been reached. Given the impressive impact this program is having, as well as the nature of domestic violence, the monitoring officer questions whether this is an appropriate measure of program success. The monitoring officer will ask for guidance on this going forward and will offer to help Haawa with targeted marketing and outreach to raise stats. Summary: The Haawa project is on track to meet and even exceed yearly targets. They continuously demonstrate the incredible impact they are having and have ample examples of directly helping people to leave abusive partners, as well as educate a variety of people and services on how best to recognise abuse and support survivors. All KPIs have been met, although supplementary information has been requested regarding KPI 1. The program is making excellent progress. Geographic outreach is the only area for improvement. Geographic al Breakdown Bethnal Green East Spitalfields and Banglatown Bethnal Green West Weavers Bow East Bow West Bromley North Bromley South Mile End Shadwell 2 0 0 2 1 0 1 0 1 2 St Dunstan's Stepney Green St Katherine's and Wapping Whitechapel Blackwall and Cubitt Town Canary Wharf Island Gardens Lansbury Limehouse Poplar 0 0 0 1 0 0 0 1 0 0