Cap y Gymuned Community Hub at Capcoch
DECEMBER 12th 2024
Situated in Capcoch School grounds.
They will run a food pantry, recycled school uniform and clothing swap shop will be open daily to parents, residents and surrounding communities.
They will also be hosting training sessions and courses and are excited to provide these to community in their local area.
They will be inviting Citizens Advice, health, work & skills agencies and services to hold regular advice sessions.
They will also be providing free hygiene and period products to those in need from Hygiene bank Aberdare.
The Fund was established by energy company Vattenfall to benefit the communities hosting the Pen y Cymoedd wind farm across the upper Neath, Afan, Rhondda and Cynon Valleys. It exists to support local people, groups and organisations to invest in themselves, their ideas and their communities.
The Community Fund has a substantial annual budget that is index-linked, meaning it increases in line with inflation. As an example, this equated to around £2.5 million in 2025. The Fund will continue to support communities until 2043, creating long-term opportunities for growth, resilience and positive change.
The Fund is managed by an independent, locally based not-for-profit Community Interest Company. It is overseen by a Board of Directors with strong local connections and delivered by a small but dedicated staff team with extensive community engagement experience. We are here to help ensure the Fund delivers on the vision and priorities of local communities.
Over the next 10 years, the Fund is focusing on investment in people, places and businesses — helping the Valleys to thrive, driving bold ideas, supporting transformation and creating lasting impact for current and future generations.