As part of its Grow Wild project, TCUP established polytunnels withour funding to grow flowers, fruit, and vegetables, creating the centrepiece of a new community-led initiative. This welcoming green space brings families and young people from coastal communities together to learn practical growing skills and connect with nature through hands-on activities such as planting and harvesting. A large proportion of the produce will be donated to the Brooklands Community Shop and Jaywick Community Centre Lunch Club, helping to support vulnerable residents and address food poverty.

Dial-a-Ride provides a vital door-to-door transport service for Tendring residents who would otherwise face isolation. By the Coastal Lives Foundation funding a skilled driver for two days a week, Tendring Community Transport will enable people access essential services, maintain independence, and stay connected to their community, reducing pressure on social care and preventing avoidable hospital admissions.

Funding has meant Tendring Wellbeing and Intervention Services' Coastal Minds initiative can provide free one-to-one therapy for adults in Jaywick and surrounding areas who are experiencing mental health challenges. Through this support, 20 people will be able to access up to 12 personalised therapy sessions, helping them improve their wellbeing, rebuild confidence, and better cope with the struggles of everyday life.

Sober Curious Coastal is a community-based charity supporting people in coastal areas who want a healthier relationship with alcohol. This initiative offers non-judgmental coaching and practical support for those who may not feel able to access traditional services, making alcohol-free living more visible and accessible. Our funding will allow the programme to reach around 2,000 residents through local awareness activities and to offer personalised coaching for up to 40 people.

Our funding enables iCarp to deliver a bespoke programme built around small, regular group sessions that help autistic adults feel safe, supported, and connected to nature. Sessions are led by staff trained in neurodiversity and learning disabilities, ensuring the approach is inclusive, respectful, and flexible. Activities include fishing tuition, wildlife observation, and sensory walks, offering a range of engaging options suited to different communication styles and abilities. Sessions follow clear routines and visual timetables, which play an important role in helping those that are taking part in the programme feel comfortable and in control.