Wish 2010 - How much did you earn? The final countdown

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HOW MUCH DID YOU EARN? THE FINAL COUNT

More than 4 million tokens collected

Community groups share out £50,0000

Inside: full list of more than 300 winners

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Everyone’s a winner with Wish

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VERYONE’S a winner as the final figures for the ECHO’s Wish Campaign are published today.

From the well-organised community groups that have collected tokens by the thousand to the little groups that have only managed a few hundred, everyone has arrived at the end of

the campaign better off than they were before.

A last minute rush saw a total of more than four million tokens arriving at the ECHO offices as the campaign closed.

It took three days to count them all, but a winner eventually emerged – the Christ Church Youth and Community Centre in Bootle – just a whisker ahead of

the Performance Studios in Kirkby.

Litza Gorman, the ECHO’s senior marketing executive running the campaign, said: “'I'm personally overwhelmed by the amount of support that our Wish campaign has had.

“For more than 130 years, the ECHO has been at the heart of the Merseyside community and still

CHAMPION: Litza Gorman, senior marketing executive, with some of the Wish entries

is today. Wish was our chance to give back to the people of Merseyside. Thanks to everyone who has been involved Merseyside really has shown its true community spirit'.'

ECHO editor Alastair Machray added: “People on Merseyside always work together for the good of their community.

Congratulations to everyone.”

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Our top 20 winners

1. Christ Church Youth & Community Centre £807.30 2. Performance Studios £786.63 3. Rialto Neighbourhood Council £758.33 4. Zoe's Place Baby Hospice £746.82 5. Stick 'n' Step £728.12 6. Millennium Morris Dancers £641.79 7. Stanley Over Fifties Associaton (SOFA) £610.27 8. CHICS, Childrens Cancer Support Group £603.80 9. Rise and Shine at St Benedicts School £590.08 10. 6th Wallasey Brownies £582.26 11. Premier Morris Dancers £573.61 12. Kirkby Town JFC £570.07 13. Macmillan North Junior Football Club £567.46 14. 17th Fair Field Scout Group £560.90 15. Claire House Childrens Hospice to Home £560.74 16. Aftermath Support £557.89 17. Paschals JFC £530.76 18. Friends of Stanley School £493.39 19. Liverpool Seafarers Centre £489.07 20. North Liverpool Dance Academy Fundraising Committee £481.56

WINNERS: After-school club children celebrate at the Christ Church Youth and Community Centre in Bootle Picture: GARETH JONES/GRJ210410E-2

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CHRIST CHURCH YOUTH AND COMMUNITY CENTRE

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ROM the moment the Wish Campaign tokens started arriving at the ECHO offices in Old Hall Street, Christ Church Youth and Community Centre in Bootle looked like champion collectors.

And when the final totals were worked out, the Christ Church team were every bit as good as they promised to be,

collecting 68,504 tokens in all – nearly 2,000 more than their nearest rivals and earning them £807.30 from the £50,000 overall pot of money.

“We’re absolutely made up,” said centre manager Jenny Coates when the ECHO broke the news to her.

“I just want to say thanks to everyone who helped.

“They were wonderful, all the

shops and schools helped locally, even Mike at the local police station.”

The centre has been running for over 20 years, hosting a range of activities from youth groups, an after-school club, over-50s activities, volunteering, disability groups and accredited courses like the Duke of Edinburgh’s Awards.

“As soon as I saw it in the

ECHO, I filled in the form and posted it off,” said Jenny.

“We are a charity, and when we apply for funding, it’s mainly to cover things like staff wages.

But it will be great to have some money from the Wish campaign to spend on the actual buildings, and also on general things like cooking equipment for the kids, playing equipment and things like that.”

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FUN RAISERS: The Zoe’s Place Riverside Walk raised cash for the West Derby Children’s Hospice WELL DESERVED: Liverpool and Everton legends Phil Thompson and Howard Kendall present a mini bus to Performance Studios WEEKS of hard work organising the collecting of tokens today paid off for Performance Studios in Kirkby, as it became the second most successful group taking part in the ECHO’s Wish campaign.

With nearly 67,000 tokens in the bag, the Studios will be collecting a cheque for £786.63 from the Wish fund – and a fifth of that is all down to the efforts of one girl.

“We got all the local shops and the taxi

places behind us,” said Pauline Donovan from Performance Studios.

“We organised a competition to see who could bring in the most tokens and one girl, Laura Morgan, was way ahead with 14,000 tokens on her own.”

The Studios are a community based voluntary group, with 230 children a week attending dancing and singing lessons, with charges kept as low as possible and no child being turned away.

“We put on a couple

of shows a year for the whole community to attend with packed houses of 500 a night at our local civic suite,” added Pauline.

“We also dance and perform in the local area for anyone who’s doing anything within the community.”

Money raised from the ECHO’s Wish campaign will go towards keeping the Studios’ minibus serviced and insured, and keeping the cost of lessons down to an affordable level.

ZOE’S PLACE

A CO-ORDINATED campaign by staff and volunteers at Zoe’s Place Children’s Hospice in West Derby resulted in more than 63,000 tokens coming in, taking the centre into fourth place with a cheque for £746.82 on its way.

Zoe's Place is a pioneering baby hospice in Liverpool for small children under five with life-threatening or life-limiting conditions that demand 24-hour care.

Open since the 1990s, it is the model for Zoe's Place hospices in Middlesbrough and Coventry, but the original Liverpool operation is now planning a refurbishment.

“It means we can expand our service once we've finished after work starts next month,” said fundraising manager Carol Kirkham, who pulled together a team of volunteers and staff to collect the tokens.

“Our volunteers were just fantastic, they coordinated a great campaign,” she said.

“Members of the public got involved and we got so many tokens sent to us from our supporters.

“Everybody worked together and we just got a great response – and then we had a lovely afternoon of cutting them out and sticking them down.”

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FAIRFIELD RESIDENTS’ ASSOCIATION THE FAIRFIELD Residents’ Association (FARA) has been going for around ten years, taking parties of pensioners out for entertainment and meals, and at the other end of the age range, supervising groups of local youngsters on days out.

“We took 40 pensioners for Christmas dinner,” recalled James Flynn from the association.

“We went to a place near Blackpool and had a fabulous day, and we’ll do the same again this year.

“Then we took a party of 30

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ACMillan North Junior Football Club has a double role, to work with children in deprived areas of north Liverpool to encourage them to take part in various sports, and also to raise funds for the Macmillan cancer care nurses.

“We’ve got 11 teams in all, and we play in the Scotland Road League on pitches at Everton Park and in Vauxhall,” said Kerry Stukley from the club.

Like many sports clubs, the biggest costs are transport and the hire of training facilities – it costs the Macmillan club £400 a month to hire indoor training facilities over the winter.

Their efforts have brought in just over 48,000 tokens, which means that another £567.46 will be added to club funds to help the youngsters keep their teams going.

22 DAYS OUT: Blackpool children to the Empire Theatre to see the pantomime Cinderella.”

FARA takes special care to cater for local residents with mobility problems, making sure that nights out are at places where wheelchair access can be guaranteed, which helps reduce worry levels for those taking part.

Meetings usually take place quarterly, often with guests from organisations like the police, fire brigade and community wardens.

The fundraising effort has produced 40,088 tokens, raising some £472.43.

KITTED OUT: Macmillan Rangers, back from left: James Rossiter-Coan, Liam Kearns-Quinn, Lewis Howarth, Lewis Denton, Regan Kneale. Front: Shay Kearns-Quinn, Ryan Hampson, Harry Cassidy, Libby Baker Picture: PAUL HEAPS code: PH210410E-1

CHILDREN’S CANCER SUPPORT GROUP (CHICS) THE CHICS children’s forward to. For boys with you’re a teenager, growing cancer support group has leukaemia, for example, the up as a teenager with been up and running since treatment is three years.” cancer is even harder. the mid-1980s to give That’s a long time in a “We take them out quite support to young cancer grown-up’s life, and for a a lot without their parents, sufferers being treated at teenager it can seem like an to give them some space and let them mix with other Alder Hey Hospital and also eternity. teenage cancer sufferers their families.

“We feel it’s hard enough who will understand Alder Hey provides growing up in this world if treatment to patients from across the North West and North Wales with support offered from CHICS, but the campaign to collect Wish tokens has been entirely in Liverpool – which, says o Eddie Hincks from the group, makes it even more remarkable that CHICS managed to come in the top ten of collectors.

In all, CHICS managed 51,236 tokens, earming them £603.80.

“We have a monthly newsletter that goes out to our parents and we’ve been asking them to get tokens and send them in. We have a real army of supporters who have been there a long time,” he said.

“Our main aim is to support the whole family, not just the patient. That can be through telephone support, or the drop-in centres at Alder Hey and in Bootle.

“We have a long-term plan of activities to give them something to look LONG RUNNING: CHICS has been established since the

exactly what they’re going through.

“The whole programme of events obviously costs a lot of money and every penny we get from the Wish fund will be spent solely on the children. Nothing will be taken out at all.”

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BROOKLYN BELLES MORRIS TROUPE

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HE BROOKLYN Belles Morris Troupe in Huyton is a relative newcomer in comparison to some of the other Mersey morris groups, having been founded in 2000, but still has 30 dancers from three to 45.

“It’s the transport that’s our biggest costs,” said joint founder Tracy Barratt.

“It’s costing us £5,500 to hire a bus for a season. We can get money for new dresses, but without the bus we can’t get to competitions.”

Her group’s efforts have produced over 40,000 tokens, earning the Troupe £480.96.

“It’s been really hard and I’d like to give a big thank-you to all who helped,” said Tracy.

STANLEY OVER-50s ASSOCIATION TIME was that the term “over-50s” conjured up memories of the wartime generation, shaped by the memories of six years of conflict.

But times have moved on, and the younger over-50 of today is as likely to have been a punk rocker, a teenage club-goer at Eric’s or glued to a television set watching Liverpool’s first European Cup triumph in Rome in 1977.

The Stanley Area Over-50s Association (SOFA) has certainly got that in mind when it organises activities in its area of Liverpool. There’s not a bingo night to be had, nor a tea dance.

“We’re a totally voluntary group that started off as a residents association for the people of Stanley and Old Swan,” said Jim Walsh of SOFA. “But we’ve changed over the years, and now we try to promote inclusion for older people. We organise all types of activities for them, swimming, walking, holidays, you name it. But everything we do has to be fun, and it has to ALMOST GROWN: SOFA is now as likely to include be achievable.” regulars at legendary Mathew Street nightclub Eric’s as the Everything the SOFA does established ‘wartime generation’ in funded from its own coffers, and that paid off when it It all paid off with a total of “That is an amazing result,” started to organise a campaign 51,785 tokens collected, said Jim. to brings in the Wish tokens. making SOFA the number “We’ve got a holiday group “Family, friends, they all helped seven among Wish collectors going off this week and it will out” said Jim. and bringing in £610.27. be a real help to us.”

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“Without our two local shops and our community centre we wouldn’t have had half that.”

One bit of help came from a local newsagent, where staff armed with scissors were offering to cut the tokens out of the ECHO even before a customer took the paper out of the shop!

GENERATIONS OF DANCERS: Huyton’s Brooklyn Belles, including Erin O’Brien, aged 8 (front) and principal Tracy Barrett (far right), celebrate the £480.96 their 40,812 tokens earned them Picture: ANDREW TEEBAY code: at220410c-1

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CLOSE KNIT: Millennium is like ‘one big family’, says original member Susan Holding

MILLENNIUM MORRIS DANCERS HUYTON’S Millennium Morris Dancers are coming up to their 40th birthday, with the group now in its third generation of dancers.

“There are some still involved from way back in 1972 when we started,” said Susan Holding of the Millennium group.

“My daughters are in their 40s and instructing now. They grew up with it and it’s like one big family.”

The dancers compete every week during the spring and

summer in competitions across the North West and North Wales.

The tea dancing teaches the girls dedication, reliability and respect for one another and themselves, and also boosts self-esteem, as all children can make progress.

In the late autumn the Millennium group is planning an away trip to a big contest in Pontin's, and it is the costs of events like this that can be kept down thanks to the Wish money – they were the sixth

highest collectors, with 54,460 tokens worth £641.79.

“Everyone pestered their neighbours, friends and relatives,” said Susan. “The people on the estate in Huyton have been really good – young lads kept posting tokens through my door and things like that.”

Transport costs are among the biggest single item in the group’s budget, with bus hire running at £310 every single Sunday the group is competing.

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1123 Hooton Park Squadron ATC

12th Bootle and District Scout Group

12th Fairfield Scout Group ■ Total tokens: 24,735 ■ Total money: £291.49

12th Liverpool Boys Brigade, Wavertree They said: ‘The 12th Liverpool Boys Brigade, in Wavertree, is an organisation that provides a safe environment for boys aged between five and 18 to play games, learn and develop skills and make and sustain friendships. With extra funding we would be able to extend the activities on offer.’

■ Total tokens: 16,070 ■ Total money: £189.38

15th Fairfield Scout Group, Oakvale Church, Edge Lane They said: ‘The 15th Fairfield Scout group is a non-profit organisation. The leaders run the scouts in their own time after work. They even take the boys camping leaving their own families for the weekend. They also take the boys on days out on Saturdays and evenings when the scouts is not on - for example to see the pantomime. The scout leaders are brilliant. Please support this worthwhile cause.’

■ Total tokens: 1,776 ■ Total money: £20.93

17th Fairfield Scout Group They said: ‘We would like new equipment for camping and cooking.’

■ Total tokens: 47,596 ■ Total money: £560.90

1st St Cuthbert’s Brownies They said: ‘We recently opened this new unit on the Croxteth Park Estate where they isn’t anything for the children. The girls have fun in brownies and we want to give them new experiences and help them learn new skills.’

■ Total tokens: 28, 572 ■ Total money: £336.71

202nd Liverpool Guide and Ranger Units They said: ‘To celebrate Guidings centenary we would use the money to take children away on activity holidays as many parents cannot afford to pay for them to go on any holidays.’

■ Total tokens: 3168 ■ Total money: £37.33

2275 Walton Squadron ATC They said: We would like to buy camping equipment for adventure training and new computers. We are a group of cadets ranging in age from 13-20. Our purpose is to foster a spirit of adventure and to develop lifelong friendships, encouraging and promoting life skills young people need as they become adults enabling them to contribute and play an active part within the community.’

■ Total tokens: 20,128 ■ Total money: £237.20

AFC Liverpool Merseyside

They said: ‘To celebrate Guiding’s centenary year in 2010 the girls would like to go on a camping trip.

Unfortunately we do not have any tents or cooking equipment. Any money from the ECHO would help buy the equipment needed. ‘

■ Total tokens: 884 ■ Total money: £10.42

■ Total tokens: 5832 ■ Total money: £68.73

■ Total tokens: 10,948 ■ Total money: £129.02

448th St Paul's Guides

They said: ‘We are primarily engaged with teaching young people about aviation subjects. But we look at their development as a whole including developing their communication, leadership and team working skills, citizenship and assisting within the local community as well as gaining qualifications whilst having fun.’

They said: ‘This scout group has existed in this area of Bootle since 1929. It has served young people since then developing and progressing them in preparation for adult life. Scouting encourages children, boys and girls, to develop their own personal skills and to learn new ones.

At present there are 80/85 boys and girls and leaders at the 12th Bootle.’

We would use any money generated to buy new tents.’

■ Total tokens: 5,606 ■ Total money: £66.07

■ Total tokens: 15,989 ■ Total money: £188.43

4th Allerton Scout Group

Albion House Youth Centre

They said: We are a 95-year-old sea scout group with 75 members aged six - 60 serving south Liverpool. The 4th Allerton lost its "sponsorship" three years ago when its church closed. Now we need a replacement HQ and a fundraising appeal has been launched.’

They said: ‘We are an active, local youth group providing the young people of Kirkby with an opportunity to develop. We teach skills for life through many activities from first aid, citizenship and self-discipline to training them to fly aircraft, navigate hills and to work well within a team.’

■ Total tokens: 10,430 ■ Total money: £122.91

■ Total tokens: 19,244 ■ Total money: £ 226.78

6th Wallasey Brownies They said: ‘We are celebrating our centenary this year and are taking part in a wide variety of trips and activities. Two of our girls were selected to go to the National Brownie Sleepover at the Centenary Camp, Harewood House, Leeds. They need to raise £65 each.

The 26th Liverpool Girls Brigade

■ Total tokens: 49,408 ■ Total money: £582.26

They said: ‘We are a membership Christian organisation working with four-18-year-old girls to provide fun and fellowship. Companies meet most weeks of the year in a safe and friendly environment. Led by Christian women volunteers the Girls Brigade’s aim is to develop girls through a programme of spiritual, educational, physical and communal service.’

They said: ‘We want tokens to fund outdoor activities.’

■ Total tokens: 31,872 ■ Total money: £375.60

26th Picton Scout Group They said: ‘We provide practical and life skills and experiences for young people aged from six-18. From climbing, canoeing and camping to community service we develop young people to become active, confident, resourceful and integral members of the community.

Please help us to help young people by sending us your tokens so we can buy a laptop and a projector.’

■ Total tokens: 36,390 ■ Total money: £428.85

298th Liverpool Guides Liverpool They said: ‘We want to provide activities for the girls and also a uniform allowance for 298th St Margaret Mary’s Guides. With our Centenary celebrations well under way our wish is to take part in the activities available this year. In guiding we enjoy new experiences, new challenges and new ways to grow. This has been the focus of our organisation in 100 years.’

■ Total tokens: 16,752 ■ Total money: £197.42

2nd Allerton Scout Group They said: ‘We offer young people from five upwards the opportunity to discover new activities, develop new skills and learn to work together. With a range of indoor and outdoor activities we hope to give them the fun, friendship and confidence to achieve anything. We need £70,000 for a new roof and have raised £21,000 over the past two years so we need your help!’

They said: ‘This community-led independent amateur football club began in 2008 to provide an all-inclusive, affordable, grassroots alternative to people who like to watch/play football but have been disenfranchised for various reasons – mainly cost. We now have 14 teams covering all ages, boys, girls, ladies and men, across Merseyside.’

7th Fairfield Scout Group St Cuthbert’s School ■ Total tokens: 7,372 ■ Total money: 86.88

8th Crosby Scouts They said: ‘We are the 8th Crosby Scouts located in Waterloo. We provide a service for young children in the area. We help children develop their physical, emotional and social skills. We cater for children aged six-15. We have been providing this service since June 3, 1917.’

■ Total tokens: 4,066 ■ Total money: £47.92

8th St Helens Sutton Parish Scout Group They said: ‘On August 1, 2008 arsonists burned down our scout HQ. We set about rebuilding it – this time in brick. Our flagship HQ was developing greatly until thieves struck on December 31, 2009 and stole £5,000 of tools and equipment. Please can you help us finish the project?’

■ Total tokens: 5,708 ■ Total money: £67.27

ACSIL: Amputees and Carers Support in Liverpool, West Derby They said: ‘We provide free and confidential support within the Liverpool area for anyone facing an amputation, or for anyone already an amputee. This support extends to their families, partners and carers.

We can provide advice, practical help and support when and where it is needed. Much of this support is given in hospital prior to the operation and after.’

■ Total tokens: 10,472 ■ Total money: 123.41

Aftermath Support They said: ‘Each year thousands die on our roads.

Bereavement by road death means you are also dealing with sudden trauma as someone you love goes out and doesn’t come back. At Aftermath we are passionate about providing support to these people.

■ Total tokens: 47,340 ■ Total money: £557.89

Ambition For All They said: ‘Ambition For All is a new voluntary-run performing arts company set up by local dance graduate Amanda Pearson in September 2009. The company provides professional dance classes within the deprived area of Liverpool 14. Everyone is welcome to join in no matter what their age or ability.

■ Total tokens: 31,704 ■ Total money: £373.62

Ambitions School Of Dance They said: ‘Ambitions School of Dance is a non profit, non-elitist dance school. We give children and teenagers the opportunity to perform and compete in their chosen dance styles regardless of ability, background or race. All of our students are from the areas surrounding Belle Vale – such as Lee Valley, Netherley and Gateacre.

Without a safe resource such as Ambitions they may not otherwise enjoy such a positive, fun and confidence-building hobby.

■ Total tokens: 4,772 ■ Total money: £56.24

Amy & Friends They said: ‘Our children suffer from Cockayne Syndrome which is a premature-ageing disorder which leads to a shortened life expectancy. We offer children with this rare disorder the chance to meet others in a similar position. It is desperately needed as this is the only support opportunity available for their families.

■ Total tokens: 5,148 ■ Total money: £60.67

Anfield Parent School Partnership They said: ‘We want money for a computer suite & cookery equipment for parents to improve their skills.

■ Total tokens: 12,305 ■ Total money: £145.01

Arena FC

Arena FC is a successful U15's boy's football team established in 2003. Our committee constantly strives to raise funds to take part in an overseas annual

■ Total tokens: 14,469 ■ Total money: £170.51

2nd Huyton Quarry Brownies and Guides They said: ‘Our group meets every Friday to develop skills, play games and do craftwork. The girls make friendships and develop self-esteem while learning useful skills culminating in gaining badges. There is a low-level weekly subscription which barely covers our costs. But more funds are required to provide resources and fun outings.’

■ Total tokens: 20,863 ■ Total money: £245.86

■ Total tokens: 36,168 ■ Total money: £426.23

3rd Bootle Scout Group

2369 (Kirkby) Air Training Corps Squadron

They said: ‘The group is based in a socially deprived area and has been suffering from falling numbers for years – until this year when numbers have doubled. This has caused problems when the cubs and scouts go camping.

ON THE MOVE: The Stick ‘n’ Step team change the lives of local children with cerebral palsy

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conditions. We have no paid workers. We aim to give support and understanding to parents and families, improve facilities at heart units and help each other.’

■ Total tokens:21,092 ■ Total money: £248.56

■ Total tokens: 28,286 ■ Total money: £ 333.34

Ariel Trust

Christ Church Youth & Community Centre

They said: ‘Ariel Trust is an educational charity that uses multimedia to engage and motivate disadvantaged young people from across Merseyside. Our projects allow young people to learn new skills in audio production, graphic design and video and to use these skills to explore issues affecting their lives and their communities.

They said: ‘Christ Church Youth and Community Centre has been running for 22 years. The centre is open every day and offers opportunities for all ages including youth groups, an after-school club, mums and tots, over 50's, training courses, volunteering and accreditations including the Duke of Edinburgh award.’

■ Total tokens: 2260 ■ Total money: £26.63

Batala Liverpool

■ Total tokens: 68,504 ■ Total money: £807.30

They said: ‘Batala Liverpool is a not-for-profit community Samba project. We’ve been bringing the music of Brazil to Liverpool since 2005 promoting the spirit of carnival, drumming and dancing. We do so by giving our members the opportunity to play at local, national and international events such as the Lord Mayors Parade, Liverpool 800th Birthday celebrations, the Concert for Rhys Jones, the Royal Variety Performance, London Notting Hill Carnival and the world famous Brazilian Carnival. Our musical director also delivers samba workshops to local schools and community groups. In order to remain true to our beliefs of inclusion, equality and engagement with all aspects of our community - we need funds to purchase and maintain our instruments and equipment. We also need to maintain our new home. We’ve recently moved to a 19th century prestigious theatre owned by Adventure Catalyst LTDA. It leaks, needs new gutters, soundproofing and painting.

Hopefully with the help of the ECHO Wish Fund we’ll be able to remain true to our mission and establish a new thriving community centre in Liverpool.’

They said: ‘Bradbury Fields is a local charity founded 152 years ago. We continue to promote independence and social inclusion for all those who are visually impaired in the community through numerous activity groups including walking, cycling and music. Volunteers run the groups and help with fundraising.’

■ Total tokens: 26,360 ■ Total money: £310.64

■ Total tokens: 33,718 ■ Total money: £397.36

Bedford Road Community Centre, Bootle

Breckfield Youth Inclusion Project

Citi-Dis Arts, St Helens They said: ‘Our project runs weekly creative arts and writing workshops for disabled and vulnerable adults whoare isolated in their community and whose quality of life is hampered.This allows them to explore their creative talents and raises self-esteem and self-confidence in a positive environment.’

AT YOUR SERVICE: Clock Community Centre is a small community centre serving the people of North Everton

■ Total tokens: 14,951 ■ Total money: £176.19

■ Total tokens: 6,528 ■ Total money: £76.93

Birkenhead Priory Parish Friendship Group

Bromborough Church Institute

They said: ‘People from our church family and the local community meet twice a month to enjoy an afternoon of fellowship run by volunteers. Most are pensioners who live alone but anyone seeking friendship is welcome. Activities include speakers, bingo and quizzes, followed by afternoon tea and time to chat.‘ ■ Total tokens: 5,188 ■ Total money: £61.14

Bootle Group for Adults with Learning Difficulties They said: ‘We need money to provide fun days out for members and also to subsidise membership of Bootle Group for Adults with Learning Difficulties. The group is run by volunteers. Based in Bootle Welfare Centre it has been running for more than 25 years. On Thursday night members meet with friends, have a chat and a game of pool. We go on day trips and go bowling and we like to go for meals to local pubs.’

■ Total tokens: 23,112 ■ Total money: £272.37

Bootle Junior Football Club They said: ‘We offer an “Introduction to Football” session aimed at four-seven year olds. They are taught the basics of football by fully qualified staff, as well as learning about team work, having fun and meeting new friends. From this session we have developed a Sunday league team which plays in the local under 7s league in Sefton. The sessions have proved really popular and we are currently looking to set up another team.’

■ Total tokens: 17,164 ■ Total money: £202.27

Bootle Village Pipe Band They said: ‘‘We are a local band made up of men, women, boys and girls. Our aim is to teach people the art of playing bagpipes and drums and by doing so hope to keep them out of trouble and encourage them to do something with their lives. We play at carnivals, church parades etc’ ■ Total tokens: 13,026 ■ Total money: £153.51

Bradbury Fields Services for the Blind, Knotty Ash

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They said: ‘The Bromborough Church institute is a village hall used to host local community groups and community events such as brownies, drama groups, mums and tots, the village pantomime and more. We are currently raising funds to refurbish the hall and improve facilities including disabled access and toilets.’

■ Total tokens: 24,242 ■ Total money: 285.68

Wild Fire ■ Total tokens: 8,911 ■ Total money: £105.01

Carouselles Morris Dancers, St Helens They said: ‘We have been together for more than 20 years. We have an open membership and the girls love what they do. It is also healthy exercise and good for team building. We dance in competition which gives them confidence.. We are a close group involving parents and grand-parents. We are all volunteer and need funds.’

■ Total tokens: 3,612 ■ Total money: £42.57

Childwall Community Association

■ Total tokens: 53 ■ Total money: £0.62

City of Liverpool Pipes and Drums, Eastham They said: ‘The band exists to promote and teach piping and drumming skills throughout the Wirral. Liverpool and adjacent counties. This is achieved by public performances, competitions and learning classes for all ages. We meet twice a week at Delamere Community Centre, Eastham, Wirral. The band is non-political and aims to be inclusive.’

■ Total tokens: 1,000 ■ Total money: £11.78

Claire House Children’s Hospice to Home, Merseyside They said: ‘Claire House Children's Hospice now runs a hospice to home service in Liverpool offering our children and their parents the support they desperately need. Many are surprised to hear we don't receive any guaranteed funding. Please pledge your support to our cause through the ECHO’s Wish Campaign.’

The association was started in October 2008 by likeminded residents to transform their community for the benefit of all. Their aim is to make it the best estate to live, work and play.’

■ Total tokens: 47,582 ■ Total money: 560.74

Bronte Youth and community Centre

■ Total tokens: 12,576 ■ Total money: £148.20

They said: ‘The Bronte Centre is located close to the city centre. It nestles in the St Andrew’s community –one of the oldest communities in Liverpool. The centre provides a wide and varied programme of activities targeting both young and older residents. We offer art, dance, sports, residentials and playschemes during both summer and Easter.’

They said: ‘This accommodation provides life-changing support services to homeless men aged 18-49 who may have found themselves rough sleeping and in need of support for a number of reasons including relationship breakdowns, domestic violence and redundancy. We aim to address their issues and empower individuals to lead more fulfilled lives.’

They said: ‘The Clapperboard Youth Project is now in its sixth year and aims to bring creativity into education with its film making initiative. Young people aged 11-19 work with media professionals to produce short films on issues they face. Their films are then screened in an awards ceremony.’

■ Total tokens: 9,257 ■ Total money: £109.09

■ Total tokens:20,882 ■ Total money: £246.09

Brooklyn Belles Morris Troupe They said: ‘We are the Brooklyn Belles morris dancers from Mosscroft, Huyton. We formed in 1999 and have 30 dancers aged from 3-40. We struggle to raise funds so this is a fabulous opportunity for us. We need £5,000 to hire a coach to take us to competitions.’

■ Total tokens: 40,812 ■ Total money: £480.96

Business in the Community They said: ‘Our vision is for all homeless people and those at risk of homelessness to have the opportunity to gain and sustain employment. Business Action on Homelessness aims to remove cultural and structural barriers to employment for homeless people or those at risk of homelessness.

■ Total tokens: 6,160 ■ Total money: £72.59

Calder Kids Adventure Playground They said: ‘Calder Kids is an adventure playground for children and young people with disabilities. It is a safe haven of fun where they can play games, run around and, with support, be what they want to be. The added bonus is parents are supported too. Please help keep us going.’

Chapter 1 - Mildmay House

■ Total tokens:1, 112 ■ Total money: £13.10

Charing Cross Methodist Youth Club They said: ‘We are a full time youth centre that provides a free youth club and play scheme in Birkenhead town centre. Much of our work is with children and young people with disabilities. We offer a variety of activities including an adventure playground, trips, music, crafts and games.’

■ Total tokens: 9,216 ■ Total money: £108.61

CHICS, Childrens Cancer Support Group They said: ‘ The group provides support for the whole family. Our work ranges from providing toiletries to parents who stay over at the hospital to treats for the children undergoing treatment which can last up to three years.’

■ Total tokens: 51,236 ■ Total money: £603.80

Children's Heart Association, North West

Childrens Heart Association is a support group run by families with, or who have had, children with heart

Clapperboard UK

■ Total tokens: 3,140 ■ Total money: £37

Your Cancer Centre Clatterbridge They said: ‘Your Cancer Centre is the only charity that raises funds to directly benefit patients receiving treatment for cancer in the North West. Your support will help Clatterbridge Centre for Oncology to significantly enhance services, invest in research and provide world-class equipment for NHS patients and their families.’

■ Total tokens: 25,944 ■ Total money: £305.74

Clock Community Centre They said: ‘We are a small community centre serving the people of north Everton. We provide computer lessons, alternative therapy, Tai Chi, craft classes and a food co-op – all of them free of charge. We work closely with local senior schools and other centres around the area.’

■ Total tokens: 21,896 ■ Total money: £258.04

Cole Street Primary School, Birkenhead They said: ‘We are a community school in north Birkenhead and would desperately love to improve our very dated and understocked library.’

■ Total tokens: 542 ■ Total money: £6.39

Collective Encounters, Everton

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WISH: THE FINAL COUNT Friends of St Michael’s School, Aigburth They said: ‘FOSMS is the PTFA for St Michael’s. We try to provide extras which can make positive and long-term differences to all our children and their families. We hold fun, social and charitable events throughout the year, many of which involve our local community. Any additional funding would be fantastic.’

■ Total tokens: 1,760 ■ Total money: £20.74

Fourseasons OAP Association, Prescot, Knowsley They said: ‘Collective Encounters’ Third Age Theatre is social change and youth theatre for 14-19 year olds.’

■ Total tokens: 1,276 ■ Total money: £15.04

Crossroads Care, Cheshire West & Wirral, Bromborough They said: ‘Crossroads Care Cheshire West and Wirral offers support to carers and the people they look after.

The aim of our service is to allow a carer the chance to have a break away from their caring responsibilities in the knowledge their loved one will be well looked after.

■ Total tokens: 2,725 ■ Total money: £32.11

GREEN FINGERED: Friends of Tramway Playing fields want to put up nest boxes They said: ‘ As a charity we build positive relationships between staff, parents and everyone associated with the school in order to create educational opportunities for pupils. We wish to raise money to keep our mini bus roadworthy and safe so pupils can be readily connected to learning throughout the community.’

■ Total tokens: 6,500 ■ Total money: £76.60

Dance Craze

Early Intervention Allotment, Fazakerley

They said: ‘Dance Craze has been going since November 2009. We are based in St Andrew’s Church, Litherland, and run classes on a Sunday. The children in the group are aged five-12 years and have got through to the final of Sefton’s Got Talent in February. All the children have a fantastic time and enjoy making new friends and building their confidence.’

They said: ‘The Liverpool Early Intervention in Psychosis team, alongside the Fusion Project, works with young people suffering mental health issues, complex health needs and physical Disabilities. IPromoting healthy lifestyles and social inclusion we now offer an opportunity for service users to develop and operate an allotment in Fazakerley.’

■ Total tokens: 9,604 ■ Total money: £113.18

■ Total tokens: 6,928 ■ Total money: £81.64

Deaf Active Liverpool

Eastcroft Park School, Kirkby

They said: ‘Deaf Active is a unique provision in Liverpool providing youth and play services for deaf children aged four-19. It is the only one in the UK which is youth led and fully inclusive for both deaf and hearing children. We provide after school clubs, youth clubs, youth and play schemes.’

They said: ‘The past three years have been very sad at Eastcroft Park as we lost three very different, but very special, ladies to that dreadful disease cancer. We would love to have a special seated area to celebrate their memories. Please help us to achieve our wish. Thank you.’

■ Total tokens: 13,284 ■ Total money: £156.55

■ Total tokens:26,036 ■ Total money: £306.83

Deysbrook Village Centre Board

Edge Hill Youth Club

They said: ‘Our centre is owned and run voluntarily by the Deysbrook community. It is non-profit making and has charitable status. We opened in 2007 and are totally self funding. We wish to raise funds to introduce healthy activity sessions to benefit our community.’

■ Total tokens: 6,308 ■ Total money: £74.34

Diverse Management and Training They said: ‘Diverse Management and Training (DMT) operates out of Granby, Toxteth, and provides a wide range of training particularly targeting socially-excluded individuals and organisations. DMT has developed numerous successful learning projects that empower young people from disadvantaged communities to learn new skills and gain self-confidence raising their aspirations.’

■ Total tokens: 3,416 ■ Total money: £40.26

Don't X The Line Campaign, Walton

They said: ‘I am a senior helper at Edge Hill Youth Club.

We are based in one of the most deprived areas in Liverpool. We try our utmost to provide a welcoming atmosphere and to engage our members, both able and disabled, in everything possible. Please help. We need funding desperately. Children are important.’

■ Total tokens:24,129 ■ Total money: £284.35

Emmanuel Youth Club, Fazakerley ■ Total tokens: 21,392 ■ Total money: £252.10

English Baseball Youth League They said: ‘We play English baseball in and around the Anfield, Breckside and Tuebrook areas. We currently have six teams of eight-16 yearolds – about 80 children – playing. We aim to take more school teams next season. Ours is a summer sport and our season runs from May to August. English baseball is different from American baseball. Ours is a form of rounders with the rules slightly changed. We play with a hard ball and our backstops are the only players who wear protection gear. We bowl under arm and have four bases and play with our own specially-made bats.’

They said: ‘We are all about citizenship and helping re-establish important moral values such as discipline, respect, understanding, communication, transparency, fair play and sportsmanship in grass roots football.’

■ Total tokens: 28,500 ■ Total money: £335.86

■ Total tokens: 19,709 ■ Total money: £232.26

They said: ‘Everton Park Gymnastics Club caters for children of all ages and abilities. The key focus of our club is getting young people to be actively involved in sport, engaging them in a positive activity.’

Dovedale Junior School Parent Teachers Association, Liverpool.

Everton Park Gymnastics Club

■ Total tokens: 34,874 ■ Total money: £410.98

FARA They said: ‘We children to the Empire at Christmas and pensioners to Blackpool. We also provide them with a Christmas meal.’

■ Total tokens: 40,088 ■ Total money: £472.43

Fairfield Area Over 60's Club They said: ‘We started this club with15 members 12 years ago. We now have forty five members. We meet every Thursday night for bingo, raffles, music and dancing. We are a non-profit making organisation which, until now, applied to Kensington Regeneration for funding for our activities such as holidays, week-ends away and days out. This funding has now dried up.’

They said: ‘We are a voluntary organisation based in South Avenue Hall, Prescot. Our aim is to promote a healthy lifestyle. We hold weekly armchair exercise sessions stimulating physical and mental wellbeing. We have regular meetings, outings and events in the hall. We support local charities and have raised money for the War Heroes charity.’

■ Total tokens: 8,168 ■ Total money: £96.26

Freshfields Animal Rescue Centre, Ince Blundell They said: ‘Freshfields Animal Rescue is a non-profit making animal charity caring for abandoned, abused and unwanted animals. We provide sanctuary and relief to all animals whilst providing a focus of learning and education within the community. We operate a feral cat programme that exceeds the bounds of those carried out by most rescues.’

■ Total tokens: 24,832 ■ Total money: £292.64

Friends of All Saints Anfield

■ Total tokens: 6,690 ■ Total money: £78.84

■ Total tokens: 30,580 ■ Total money: £ 360.38

Family Circle Luncheon Club

Friends of Belle Vale Park

They said: ‘The Family Circle Luncheon Club is run by volunteers and serves a three-course set meal and cup of tea for £1.50. It is open from 10.30 until 1pm. Lunch is served at 12 noon. If there is enough interest we run trips during the summers.’

■ Total tokens: 2,630 ■ Total money: £30.99

Fazakerley Special Needs Project They said: ‘FSNP is a small, voluntary sector-based charity which provides services to people with disabilities in orth Liverpool, including holiday playschemes, out-of-school activities, adult drama and social groups. We need to fundraise constantly and would really appreciate readers’ support if they nominate us to receive vouchers.

■ Total tokens: 19,364 ■ Total money: £228.20

They said: ‘We are a group of people who want to make our park welcoming and inviting to the general public.

We have to date put in a tennis court, a swing for disabled children, a table-tennis table and more picnic tables. Next we hope to install outdoor exercise equipment.’

■ Total tokens: 4,884 ■ Total money: £57.56

Friends of Meols Park They said: ‘We are the friends of Meols Park community group and we are committed to improving and maintaining our local park area in order that the children of our community can play safely in Meols Park. ‘ ■ Total tokens: 10,448 ■ Total money: £123.13

Friends of Palmerston School, Liverpool

Fire Support Network Merseyside HQ - Bootle FSN

■ Total tokens: 10,638 ■ Total money: £125.37

■ Total tokens: 4,820 ■ Total money: £56.80

They said: ‘Stanley Special School caters for children throughout the Wirral aged 2–11years all of whom have severe complex special needs. FOSS is fundraising to provide a much-needed mini bus so our children can enjoy the benefits of the local community. ‘

First Initiatives Sefton They said: ‘First Initiatives was established to meet the needs of people with a learning disability and/or mental health problems, their families and carers by providing a comprehensive range of services which are personal, professional and innovative.’

■ Total tokens: 1,384 ■ Total money: £16.31

Fit 'n' Fun, St Albert’s Primary School They said: ‘The pupils and friends of St Albert’s Primary, in Stockbridge Village, have been working hard to raise £3,000 to build an eco-friendly play area and activity trail – including a sensory garden and vegetable plot for the children to maintain. So far we have raised £800 by holding fundraising events.’

■ Total tokens: 7,627 ■ Total money: £89.88

Formby FC, Sefton ■ Total tokens: 684 ■ Total money: £ 8.06

Friends of Stanley School

■ Total tokens: 41,867 ■ Total money: £493.39

Friends of Tramway Playing Fields, St Michaels and Lark Lane Community Association They said: ‘Love is in the air. We want to make and put up lots of nest boxes in our local playing fields. We also want to help nearby schools turn part of the fields into a school sports field.’

■ Total tokens: 2,152 ■ Total money: £25.36

34 Garston Adventure Playground They said: ‘We are a voluntary, charitable organisation which provides play activities and opportunities for young people aged six-16 years. The playground is open access. Any young person can turn up, free of charge,

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WISH: THE FINAL COUNT Wallasey They said: ‘Greenleas play in the Wallasey U12s girls league. We strive to play in a sportmanlike way. Dignity, respect and team work are our key aims. We need a new kit. Sponsorship would be invaluable.’

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HELP US HELP YOU: Home-Start supports families with young children who are finding it difficult to cope because of overwhelming difficulties in their lives

■ Total tokens: 3,920 ■ Total money: £46.20

Group 50 HCPT ■ Total tokens: 15,225 ■ Total money: £ 179.42

Halewood Community News They said: ‘Halewood Community News is a small, community newsletter run by volunteers as a non-profit making organisation. We exist to provide an outlet and a means of communication between the various community organisations and have been running for 10 years. We advertise all activities taking place in the community.’

■ Total tokens: 2,272 ■ Total money: £26.77 and get involved in activities or just come and use our facilities, meet their friends and have fun’

Halton Service User Group

■ Total tokens: 8,960 ■ Total money: £105.59

■ Total tokens: 2,796 ■ Total money: £32.95

Garston District Community Council

Hatton Hill Primary School After-School and Holiday Club, Litherland

■ Total tokens: 2,060 ■ Total money: £24.28

Garston Urban Village Hall ■ Total tokens: 7,804 ■ Total money: £91.97

Gilmour School Community Centre They said: ‘Gilmour Community Centre is a non-profit making organisation. We support parents in our community by providing a breakfast club offering childcare before school, a parent and toddler group, a new parent group and baby massage group. We also run adult training including art, teaching assistant qualifications and first aid.’

■ Total tokens: 7,608 ■ Total money: £89.66

Golden Age Club They said: ‘Members chat over tea/coffee/biscuits, play bingo and celebrate birthdays. We run outings in the summer when funds allow and organise a Christmas party where all members get a gift from the club.’

■ Total tokens: 9,028 ■ Total money: £106.39

Great Company Social Events Group They said: ‘This is a company that helps people aged 50+ to enjoy a social life and meet other people. We run trips at discounted prices which pensioners can afford. ‘ ■ Total tokens: 3,092 ■ Total money: £36.44

Greenleas Under 12 Girls JFC,

They said: ‘Hatton Hills’ wish is to be able to help vulnerable children within our school access breakfast, afterschool and holiday clubs so they can benefit from a safe, constructive play experience and develop social skills and build self esteem. At Hatton Hill Primary School happy learning is our ethos.

■ Total tokens: 4,456 ■ Total money: £52.51

Hear to Listen They said: ‘Hear to Listen is a free, caring and confidential listening service available to anyone over the age of 16. We provide a safe place for people to share their concerns helping them to clarify their thinking.

Since 2001 hundreds of people have benefited from this local voluntary service.

■ Total tokens: 4,000 ■ Total money: £47.14

Highcroft, Bebington They said: ‘Highcroft is a community day centre for adults with varying degrees of disabilities. It enables adults to socialise and participate in a range of stimulating activities. Being granted Wish money would greatly improve the range of activities, ultimately improving their well-being.’

■ Total tokens: 3,295 ■ Total money: £38.83

Hollies Road Pre School Playgroup They said: ‘We are a local, charitable playgroup with a long-standing reputation run by highly-qualified volunteer staff. We offer affordable, top-quality childcare with a lunchtime wraparound service, whereby we drop older children off at local school nurseries enabling parents to

work or undertake further education.’

why we need your help.’

■ Total tokens: 13,058 ■ Total money: £153.88

■ Total tokens: 30,269 ■ Total money: £356.71

Holly Road Pensioners Club

Huyton Advice Centre

They said: ‘We meet every Thursday to organise outings and enjoy bingo, raffles and quizzes. We welcome new members, bringing them out of isolation to meet socially and make lasting friendships. The club was held at St Johns Community Centre, in Holly Road, Fairfield, for more than 20 years until the centre closed.’

They said: ‘Huyton Advice Centre is based in Knowsley and was set up to combat poverty in the local and surrounding areas. Its primary aim is to ensure people access their entitlement to benefit and we support them through every stage of the process – from claim to appeal. Support us to support you.’

■ Total tokens: 8,344 ■ Total money: £98.33

■ Total tokens: 1,288 ■ Total money: £15.18

Holy Trinity Youth Drama, Wavertree

Huyton Parish Family Welfare Fund

They said: ‘HTYD has a dedicated and talented group of young people who work together each summer to stage a successful musical production for the local community.

The energy, commitment and sense of belonging ensures everybody has the opportunity to grow and develop skills they may not have discovered otherwise.’

They said: ‘The project started back in 2002 and our aim is to improve the lives of families. We meet them at their point of need by providing various groups, courses and activities throughout the year. During home visits we provide support, help and signposting if necessary.’

■ Total tokens: 3,750 ■ Total money: £44.19

Home-Start Knowsley They said: ‘Home-Start Knowsley provides volunteer support and friendship to families who are struggling to cope. This can be general friendship, breastfeeding support or educating parents in leading a healthier lifestyle. We also provide parenting courses. We are always looking for volunteers to help support our work.’

■ Total tokens: 9,186 ■ Total money: £108.25

Home-Start Southport & Formby They said: ‘Home-Start supports families with young children who are finding it difficult to cope because of overwhelming difficulties in their lives. Volunteers visit parents at home once a week to offer friendship, practical help and emotional support until they can cope on their own again. Maybe a parent needs someone to talk to without being judged, a shoulder to cry on or perhaps someone to play with or read to their children.

Or a parent may need help to make or keep medical appointments or to get out to the park with the children. Home-Start is a friend to families.’

■ Total tokens: 3,232 ■ Total money: £38.09

HPL Gymnastics Sport Centre FINE BALANCE: HPL Gymnastics Sport Centre is a recreational gymnastics club with over 100 members of all ages

They said: ‘ We are a recreational gymastics club with more than 100 members of all ages, gender, ethnic backgrounds and disabilities, from around the community. We compete in small competitions but unfortunately don't have the equipment to help us reach the standard required for bigger competitions. This is

■ Total tokens: 9,238 ■ Total money: £108.87

Irish Community Merseyside They said: ‘ICCM offers support for Irish and Irish traveller communities across Merseyside suffering homelessness, unsuitable accommodation, poor physical/mental health, drug and alcohol issues and social and cultural isolation. We visit people in their homes, hospitals and prisons, locally and regionally, helping them access opportunities, entitlements and services to improve their quality of life.’

■ Total tokens: 1,934 ■ Total money: £22.79

John Mitchels Ladies Gaelic Football Team They said: ‘John Mitchels Liverpool Ladies Gaelic team formed in 2007. We train three times a week in Greenbank Park and welcome young girls and women from all cultural backgrounds and of all physical abilities.

We participate in Lancashire, Warwickshire and Provincial Championship league and tournament contests playing teams from Manchester, Birmingham and London.’

■ Total tokens: 1,449 ■ Total money: £17.08

Joseph Williamson Society They said: ‘The Joseph Williamson Society, a registered charity, operates the Williamson Tunnels Heritage Centre in Smithdown Lane, Edge Hill. Staffed almost entirely by volunteers from across Merseyside the centre offers a fascinating opportunity to visit the unique underground labyrinth excavated by wealthy 19th century merchant Joseph Williamson.’

■ Total tokens: 9,535 ■ Total money: £112.37

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WISH: THE FINAL COUNT childcare and safe play opportunities for families and children in the L13 area of Liverpool. More than 100 children aged 1-13-years currently attend our centre each day - check out our website www.listersteps.co.uk’ ■ Total tokens: 31,346 ■ Total money: £369.40

Littledale and Shevington Residents’ Association They said: ‘Littledale Residents’ Association aims to improve the social, cultural and physical environment in which we live whilst promoting social cohesion, community spirit and well-being for all residents. We provide recreational and educational opportunities and youth diversionary activities. Our residents are kept up to date about issues affecting them via regular meetings.’

■ Total tokens: 4,164 ■ Total money: £49.07

Liverdelphia Broughton Hall They said: ‘As enterprising and innovative Broughton Hall students we are planning a life-changing opportunity to visit schools in Philadelphia who are at the forefront of 21st century education to share good practice. We are successfully fundraising but cannot do it alone. Wish 2010 will make our dreams come true.’

Jubilee Trust, Toxteth They said: ‘The Jubilee Trust is an organisation whose chief goal is to look after the homeless and people in need around the Liverpool city centre area. We currently feed them twice a week but wish to feed them every day. We also want a building where they can live.’

■ Total tokens: 14,000 ■ Total money: £164.99

Local Solutions ■ Total tokens: 2,096 ■ Total money: £24.70

Jupiter Morris Dancers Bethal They said: ‘We are a local troupe called Jupiter and have been established since 2005. Our dancers range from three-year-old to adults. This hobby is competitive and popular throughout the North West. It is a team performance which increases respect, discipline, confidence and enjoyment through creativity in the art of dance.’

■ Total tokens: 22,672 ■ Total money: £267.18

Jus Kidz They said: ‘Jus Kidz is an inclusive, child-centred activity group for children and young people with disabilities and their siblings. We offer respite for parents whilst children are engaged and supported by staff. We operate on Saturdays with extra sessions/trips out every school holiday. We run an inclusive youth club on Friday evenings for the over 11s.’

■ Total tokens: 24,177 ■ Total money: £284.92

Karonga Gardening Group ■ Total tokens: 1,887 ■ Total money: £22.24

Katies Ski Tracks They said: ‘We are a small, voluntary charity which aims to give 20 disadvantaged children aged five-16 years with progressive diseases, poor prognosis, varying disabilities, even terminal illness the unthinkable – a therapeutic activity, a ski-ing holiday opportunity of a lifetime in the beautiful mountain resort of Pflersch in Italy. There are 29 volunteer helpers on each trip including a paediatric doctor, four nurses, a physiotherapist, qualified ski instructors and other professionals. We provide specialised adaptive ski-ing equipment so all children can participate and overcome the many barriers they encounter.’

■ Total tokens: 24,892 ■ Total money: £293.34

KCC Cabin Crew They said: ‘KCC Cabin Crew students need you. Join our journey to raise as much cash as possible to build our very own mock-up aircraft that will not only benefit current cabin crew students but will help Knowsley Community College students to get their careers off to a flying start.’

■ Total tokens: 4,905 ■ Total money: £57.80

Kensington Group of Churches ■ Total tokens: 6,391 ■ Total money: £75.32

Kenya Aid, West Derby ■ Total tokens: 4,184 ■ Total money: £49.31

■ Total tokens: 11,318 ■ Total money: £133.38

STEP UP: Lister Steps established as a registered charity in 1998

KIKSI (Kids in Knowsley with Sensory Impairments)

Knowsley Domestic Violence Support Service

They said: ‘KIKSI supports and helps disabled children in Knowsley with sensory impairments from all social backgrounds. We rely on donations and support from the children’s parents. The group is based in Knowsley and is for the children of Knowsley.’

They said: ‘Knowsley Domestic Violence Support Service aims to promote services to help prevent domestic abuse and to support people who have suffered or are in danger of suffering abuse from people known to them.’

■ Total tokens: 25,649 ■ Total money: £302.27

■ Total tokens: 5,505 ■ Total money: £64.87

Kinda Kids

Lee Valley Majestics

They said: ‘We are a youth group made up of disabled and able bodied young people. The club offers fun and social interaction for our disabled members and also offers many other benefits to other members as well as providing respite for carers. Ages range from eight to early 20s and there is a range of different disabilities.

They said: ‘Lee Valley Majestics is a new majorette troupe which provides children from our area with a hobby. We promote team work, friendship, hard work and above all fun. We are now ready for competitions and need to build up our funds so we can provide the girls with uniforms.;

■ Total tokens: 38,400 ■ Total money: £453

■ Total tokens: 22,572 ■ Total money: £266

Kingsthorne JFC

Lee Valley Pensioners’ Club, Belle Vale

They said: ‘We have around 120 children in the club these ranging from four to 16 yearsold. We do not charge parents a lot as times are very hard and most of the kits we have are hand-me downs, We could do a lot with the money for our children.’

■ Total tokens: 16,068 ■ Total money: £189.36

Kinloch Tenants Association, Halewood ■ Total tokens: 4,688 ■ Total money: £55.25

Kirkby Tots They said: ‘We are a dads and tots group which meets every two weeks in Northwood. The group was set up for male carers of children. We offer appropriate play facilities and encourage parents to take responsibility for their children and become involved in activities.

■ Total tokens: 3,591 ■ Total money: £42.32

Kirkby Town JFC They said: ‘Kirkby Town JFC is a football team for under 9s. We formed recently in order to support young Kirkby people and help them become actively involved in sports. We are FA affiliated and entered the team into many league tournaments in 2009/2010. Like all clubs we must meet many costs such as league fees, pitch fees, kit, training equipment and tournaments. We do our best to provide all of this for our children through fundraising events, sponsorship and donations from parents who pay as much as they can. Our biggest wish for 2010 would be to obtain funding for a mini bus to transport the children to a tournament in Pwllheli – which will be the only holiday some of the children get this year.’

■ Total tokens: 48,374 ■ Total money: £570.07

They said: ‘Lee Valley Pensioners’ Club has been running for seven years. We meet every Wednesday from 12-3pm and have 86 members. Our motto is “Endless friendship, Very special people, Always smiling, Liverpool’s finest, Living life to the full, Everyone’s a winner, You will never walk alone.”’

■ Total tokens:12,500 ■ Total money: £147.31

Linacre Mission Neighbourhood Centre, Litherland

They said: ‘The centre is a safe and supportive place for groups of all ages. We provide opportunities that are inclusive, supportive and encouraging and help tackle social isolation. Children and young people are encouraged to become positive local citizens and work with families and older people helping build a positive community spirit.’

■ Total tokens: 12,248 ■ Total money: £144.34

Listening Ear They said: ‘Listening Ear Merseyside is a community-based charity. Our services are free, professional and confidential and promote positive mental health. We provide counselling, a listening service and a bereavement support group for adults. The Butterflies project provides activity based support for 6-16-year-olds who have experienced bereavement or loss.’

■ Total tokens: 6,604 ■ Total money: £77.83

Lister Steps They said: ‘Lister Steps was established as a registered charity in 1998 by local parents to create affordable

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They said: ‘Liverpool Collegiate is committed to the welfare, well being, physical and personal development of each individual. Rugby helps young people who are often marginalised in society. The Wish fund can help young people build confidence, gain valuable life skills and most of all help them to achieve good health and well being.’

■ Total tokens: 10,584 ■ Total money: £124.73

Liverpool Deaf Children's Society They said: ‘We are a group of parents with deaf children who found it helpful to get together and share information and meet others in the same position. We raise funds throughout the year to take our families on trips in the summer, have parties and visit the pantomime.’

■ Total tokens: 7,000 ■ Total money: 82.49

Liverpool Elite Majorettes They said: ‘We are Liverpool Elite Majorettes. We have been dancing as a troupe for about 18 years. Our troupe is made up of girls from 5-15 years of age. We have dancers with hearing impairments and physical impairments who dance in our different age groups.’

■ Total tokens: 21,483 ■ Total money: £253.17

Liverpool Lions ARLFC, Netherton ■ Total tokens: 5,672 ■ Total money: £66.84

Liverpool ME Support Group, Childwall

They said: ‘The Liverpool ME group was set up five years ago due to a desperate need for information, support and a listening ear for people (adults and children) suffering from ME. At present we have 110 members.

ME is a debilitating neurological condition which often starts after an ordinary viral infection such as glandular fever.’

■ Total tokens: 17,722 ■ Total money: £208.85

Liverpool Roller Birds, Garston They said: ‘Roller Derby is the fastest growing sport in the UK and Liverpool Roller Birds is your local league.

We encourage fitness and team work in the community and anyone over 18 can join in. We meet from 12-3pm in Garston Village Hall. Complete beginners are welcome. Find us on Facebook.’

■ Total tokens: 11,476 ■ Total money: £135.24

Liverpool Roots Trust They said: ‘We are a mental health resource centre which supports adults with severe and enduring mental health problems and learning disabilities. We offer structured programmes and activities to help individuals

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Marybone Youth and Community Association They said: ‘We provide a broad range of services and amenities inthe central ward of Liverpool. Our youth club is open five nights a week from 6pm-9.30pm offering projects, sports activities, music, dramas homework clubs and Duke of Edinburgh awards. We work with 12-19 year- olds. We run playschemes at Easter, summer and half term. Our playgroup is open five nights from 4.30pm-6.15pm for 5-11 year olds.’

■ Total tokens: 3,000 ■ Total money: £35.35

May Logan Support Group, Bootle

They said: ‘We are a well-established support group based at the May Logan Centre, in Bootle, with our own constitution. Our group is open to parents and carers experiencing difficulties with their children. We accept referrals from various agencies and receive no funding from any organisation either statutory or voluntary.’

■ Total tokens: 6,900 ■ Total money: £81.31

HELP OUT: Littledale Residents’ Association strives to improve the social, cultural and physical environment in which we live

develop their potential, stimulate interest and create coping strategies for sustaining good mental health.’

■ Total tokens: 2,004 ■ Total money: £23.62

Liverpool Sailing Club They said: ‘The club’s mission is to encourage the community to use the newly cleaned-up river and its environs for healthy, outdoor recreation in a safe and secure environment. We have worked with schools and other local organisations since 2001. The club is a voluntary organisation and in order to develop as a training centre our volunteers need to become qualified instructors.’ Equipment is needed to support this aim and safety boat cover must be re-established whilst it all takes place.’

■ Total tokens: 1,960 ■ Total money: £23.10

Liverpool Sands They said: ‘Liverpool Sands is run on a voluntary basis by bereaved mums and dads who offer help and support to parents and families who have suffered the death of a baby before, during or after birth. Our aim is also to promote awareness of this taboo subject.’

■ Total tokens: 500 ■ Total money: £5.89

Liverpool Schizophrenia Association

They said: ‘LIVSA is a local charity which supports people in the community suffering from various forms of mental illness. We help clients to build self-confidence and self-esteem, offer support activities and training’ in IT and catering.’

■ Total tokens: 7,560 ■ Total money: £89.09

Liverpool Seafarers Centre

Macmillan North Junior Football Club

They said: ‘Macmillan FC is affiliated to MacMillan Cancer Support. Working within the local deprived north Liverpool community we encourage children aged three-14 to take an active part in sport. We have 11 teams and play our football in the Scotland Road League.

The club is committed to raising funds for the teams and MacMillan Cancer Nurses.’

■ Total tokens: 48,152 ■ Total money: £567.46

MAGS Youth JNR Football Club, Dovecot They said: ‘We are a boys football team based in Dovecot/Huyton. We have a great team of lads with whom we try to promote health/wellbeing, confidence and “team” ethic. We try to take the lads away once a year for a weekend tournament to experience playing against teams from different areas of the country. But we always struggle with funding this. We hope WISH 2010 can help.’

■ Total tokens: 9,204 ■ Total money: £108.47

Malvern Women's Club, Huyton They said: ‘We are a non political, non sectarian charity meeting a need for all women aged 18-80 yrs in the interest of social welfare. Our objectives are education, friendship and fun. Our weekly meetings include speakers, demonstrators, discussions, educational outings, social events and we have some fun along the way. We care for others and contribute to society.’

Manor Park JFC ■ Total tokens: 35,882 ■ Total money: £ 422.86

Maritime Volunteer Service (Mersey Unit) They said: ‘The Maritime Volunteer Servicer is a unique charity in the non-profit sector. Our charter is to pass on maritime skills to present and future generations and we are officially recognised by the Royal Navy. We provide emergency assistance, safety boats and offer local youngsters the opportunity of pursuing a maritime career.’

■ Total tokens: 944 ■ Total money: £11.12

Marshfield Close Community

They said: ‘We offer sheltered accommodation for the elderly and disabled. We try to do as much as we can with bingo, coffee mornings and days out for those who able to go. For those who are not able to go on days out we have parties in the lounge.’

■ Total tokens: 11,761 ■ Total money: £138.60

Marybone Day Nursery and Out of School Club They said: ‘Marybone Day Nursery and Out of School Club is based close to the city centre and offers affordable, quality childcare for families who live in the community and parents who work in the city centre.

We help all children in our care to learn life-long valuable experiences through play. ‘ ■ Total tokens: 6,788 ■ Total money: £79.99

■ Total tokens: 12,300 ■ Total money: £144.95

Mersey Bowmen Tennis Club They said: ‘We are the second oldest tennis club in the world and the only social tennis club in Toxteth/St Michael’s. Mersey Bowmen is based in the heart of Sefton Park. We have five teams, a junior programme and Liverpool’s most diverse membership. But we’re struggling to survive. Support us. Join in. Exercise. And enjoy the park.’

■ Total tokens: 4,716 ■ Total money: £55.58

Mersey Region Epilepsy Association They said: ‘Mersey Region Epilepsy Association is an independent charity supporting people with epilepsy and their families. We provide a free and confidential community-based service via a telephone helpline, printed information, a comprehensive website and field worker support. Epilepsy is a major long-term condition affecting one in every 131 people in the UK. We are the only organisation offering the people of Merseyside non-medical support and information regarding their epilepsy.’

■ Total tokens: 7,368 ■ Total money: £86.83

Merseybeats Majorettes They said: ‘Merseybeats is a community-run organisation,made up of four troupes – babies, dinkies, juniors and seniors - aged from two to 30 years. We have been going for twelve years and each year more and more girls are taking part. We are based in the Speke area which has many underprivileged children. We have a parent-run committee and every parent is invited to be involved.’

Merseyside and W Lancs Bat Group They said: ‘We are a group of volunteers trying to help bats and their habitats. We operate in an area running from Chester right up to Preston. We advise householders, give talks, care for injured animals, build bat boxes, conduct surveys and do many other things.’

■ Total tokens: 41,500 ■ Total money: £489.07

Liverpool Taxi Drivers Children in Care Outing Fund

■ Total tokens: 7,598 ■ Total money: £89.54

■ Total tokens: 11,072 ■ Total money: £130.48

Merseyside Autistic Children's Society

Liverpool Youth for Christ, Kirkdale

■ Total tokens: 4,440 ■ Total money: £52.32

■ Total tokens:1,932 ■ Total money: £22.77

■ Total tokens: 14,806 ■ Total money: £174.48

They said: ‘Liverpool Seafarers Centre supports more than 220 retired seafarers and/or their dependants by offering advice, financial support and replacing domestic appliances, thus maintaining their standard of living. This is through a programme of home visits and activities at Liverpool Seafarer Centre, in Waterloo.’

They said: ‘We are a Christian charity that seeks to help churches, schools and organisations as they communicate to young people in Liverpool. We offer resources including youth programmes, training and manpower. We have just purchased a football cage that will be used to engage young people in positive healthy activities.’

Mazenod Court Tenant Association

They said: ‘Merseyside Autistic Children’s Society is a registered charity run by volunteer parents offering activities, support and information to children with autism and their families. We currently offer subsidised fortnightly family swim sessions, monthly bowling sessions and day trips during the summer holidays to more than 100 families.’

SUPPORT NETWORK: Linacre Mission Neighbourhood Centre is a safe and supportive place for groups of all ages

■ Total tokens: 3,368 ■ Total money: £39.69

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Merseyside Volunteer Reading Help They said: ‘Volunteer Reading Help trains volunteers to work in schools throughout Merseyside and help children who are struggling to become confident and willing readers. Our very diverse volunteers give their time to read with more than 400 youngsters in 50 different schools giving them the best possible chance to succeed.’

Netherton Feelgood Factory They said: ‘The Feelgood Factory is a community-led healthy living centre. Among our activities are popular and much-needed programmes for older and vulnerable people to help them develop their skills and interests and to meet with one another – in particular the History and Reminiscence group and a weekly social/activities group.’

■ Total tokens: 8,809 ■ Total money: £103.81

Netherton Park Community Associations ■ Total tokens: 1,072 ■ Total money: £12.63

Netherton Snooker Club FC ■ Total tokens: 12,500 ■ Total money: £147.31

230 Neuromuscular Centre They said: ‘Established in 1990 the NMC is an innovative project serving people with progressive muscle wasting disease muscular dystrophy. A pioneering charity the NMC is unique in the UK. We offer people with MD the opportunity to train for vocational graphic design qualifications, work in a busting social enterprise, physiotherapy, hydrotherapy and vital emotional and practical support.

■ Total tokens: 184 ■ Total money: £2.17

Neurosupport Liverpool They said: ‘Neurosupport is a Liverpool charity offering a non-medical advice and support service for people with neurological conditions. Whether it’s epilepsy, Alzheimer’s, Huntington’s, strokes, brain tumours or brain haemorrhages, neurological conditions touch all our lives and Neurosupport is there to give practical and friendly help. To find out more visit www.neurosupport.org.uk’

They said: ‘Our new centre is run by local people to benefit local people. The building was left empty and was a target for vandalism. Volunteers got together to lease the building from the council and raise the funds to make the building safe for community use.’

■ Total tokens: 500 ■ Total money: £5.89

Options for Supported Living

■ Total tokens: 20,188 ■ Total money: £237.91

■ Total tokens: 54,460 ■ Total money: £641.79

■ Total tokens: 25,680 ■ Total money: £302.63

They said: ‘One Vision Housing is making a big difference to the communities of Sefton but we want to do more.

This cash will help us provide land for GYO schemes, tidy ups, apprentice schemes, activities for kids and youths and much more. Please support our scheme.’

Methodist Youth and Community Centre

They said: ‘We are a voluntary morris dancing troupe based in Huyton. We have 65 members aged from thee years to 63 years. We started way back in 1972 and still have girls involved who danced then. We compete every week during the spring and summer in competitions in the North West. This form of team dancing teaches the girls dedication, reliability and respect for one another and themselves. It also boosts self-esteem because regardless of ability all children can achieve at this hobby. It is an affordable and enjoyable way of getting children and young people to mix with other people from all areas and it gets them away from their everyday environment.’

Park Farm ACYP Centre

One Vision Housing

■ Total tokens: 4,384 ■ Total money: £51.66

Millennium Morris Dancers

bag-packing to raise funds. We need mats, equipment and transport. Quitters Never Win.’

Guiding ■ Total tokens: 14,232 ■ Total money: £167.72

North Liverpool Dance Academy They said: ‘NLDA’s fundraising committee is seeking help towards the cost of taking 50 children, mainly from deprived areas of Liverpool, to London to perform at the prestigious Sadlers Wells Theatre. It’s an unforgettable experience and a fantastic opportunity for our children to show a national audience what great talent this city has.’

■ Total tokens: 40,863 ■ Total money: £481.56

Northwood Parent and Toddler Group They said: ‘We need new outdoor sports equipment.’

■ Total tokens: 8,024 ■ Total money: £94.56

NSC Junior Football Club, Croxteth They said: ‘The club was formed in 2004 with just ten children. It now has eight teams meaning more than 100 children are engaged in organised football. The work conducted by the club’s supporters through fundraising has been a contributory factor in integrating the communities of Croxteth and Norris Green.

■ Total tokens: 12,974 ■ Total money: £152.89

Oakvale Hope Fund, Liverpool They said: ‘This provides expenses for work in the community. Although church-based activities are open to people of any religion. We need funds to provide craft materials for our growing Holiday Club, monthly Kids’ Club and Youth Group. We also want to provide transport to take the elderly housebound on trips.’

■ Total tokens: 13,428 ■ Total money: £158.24

Olympic Taekwondo Centre They said: ‘Formed in June 09 we have the youngest instructor in the UK at 19-years-old. We have twenty students aged from five to 40 and welcome more. We instill discipline, self belief and respect. We do

They said: ‘We are an organisation supporting adults with learning disabilities. Gaining a share of the money from the Wish Campaign would enable us to buy new equipment to improve the support we provide to people involved in our canoeing, walking and bowling groups.’

■ Total tokens: 11,986 ■ Total money: £141.25

O'Shea's Group ■ Total tokens: 8,172 ■ Total money: £96.30

Our Lady of Walsingham Catholic Primary, Netherton

They said: ‘We are a Catholic primary school serving the community of Netherton. During the next 18 months we are going to be developing our school with a refurbished infant department and brand new junior department. We hope as part of this work we will be able to provide outdoor play facilities for all of our children. Currently all they have is a plain playground.’

■ Total tokens: 11,916 ■ Total money: £140.43

Our Lady's Monday Club, Gateacre

They said: ‘Our long-established community group for people with learning difficulties meets regularly to provide a social setting and a wide range of social activities within which friendship can grow. Our members often need significant support to access what most of us take for granted.’

■ Total tokens: 15,786 ■ Total money: £186.03

Our Read They said: ‘Our Read 2011 will be the biggest community book give away in the world. Coordinated by The Reader Organisation Our Read will give away, and encourage the reading, of 50,000 copies of one book across Merseyside’s communities. The book will be specially written by Frank Cottrell Boyce.’

■ Total tokens: 5,548 ■ Total money: £65.38

PADA Kinship Carers They said: ‘PADA Kinship Carers supports young people who live with another family member, mainly their grandparents, because their mums and dads are absent.

These families fall through all statutory support systems.

Our project aims to raise awareness and offer unique activities to both the young person and the carer.’

■ Total tokens: 16,646 ■ Total money: £196.17

Parkinson’s Disease Society They said: ‘The Parkinson's Disease Society is dedicated to supporting all people affected by Parkinson's. We have eight branches across Merseyside managed by volunteers. Many have Parkinson's themselves or are closely related to someone with Parkinson's. The branches provide support and activities for people with Parkinson's to get together and support each other.’

■ Total tokens: 846 ■ Total money: £9.97

Paschal's JFC They said: ‘Paschals JFC started in June 1993. We have six teams including U7s, U8s, U10s, U11s and U13s. We play in the Belle Vale Junior League based in the Netherley and Valley area on Sunday and also in the Mossley Hill Junior League on Saturday. We are a non-profit club.’

■ Total tokens: 45,038 ■ Total money: £530.76

Peel Road Community and Resident’s Association ■ Total tokens: 4,416 ■ Total money: £52.04

People First Merseyside They said: ‘People First Merseyside is a self-advocacy organisation for adults with learning disabilities. We aim to empower them to speak up for themselves and others, to enjoy the same rights as everyone else, to become as independent as they can be and to play a meaningful part in their communities.’

■ Total tokens: 6,330 ■ Total money: £74.60

Performance Studios They said: ‘We are a six-day-aweek dancing and singing after-school organisation for 200 plus children aged four upwards. We promote confidence, education, self-esteem and team building. We work with local schools and special needs groups towards two performances a year and perform for the local community, family and friends.’

■ Total tokens: 66,750 ■ Total money: £786.63

Peterhouse School, Southport

They said: ‘Peterhouse School is a non-maintained, special school offering provision for pupils with Autistic Spectrum Condition aged 5-19 years. The young people in our care are provided with a safe, secure learning environment in which they are understood, valued and enabled to achieve relevant skills which will enrich and fulfil their lives.’

■ Total tokens: 7,454 ■ Total money: £ 87.84

PETRA (Pinehurst Estate Tenants and Residents Association) They said: ‘PETRA is a tenants association in Anfield. We run weekly activities for the young and not so young.

Through fundraising last year our youth gave out Christmas hampers, held community clean up and went on trips. This year our young member hope to run a project where they help our older residents with gardening.’

■ Total tokens: 10,161 ■ Total money: £119.74

■ Total tokens: 11,500 ■ Total money: £135.52

New Brighton Community Centre

Porchfield Community Centre ■ Total tokens: 7,972 ■ Total money: £93.95

■ Total tokens: 8,805 ■ Total money: £103.76

Premier Morris Dancers, Bootle

Newspaper Club They said: ‘We need a digital camera and a dictaphone/equipment.’

■ Total tokens: 922 ■ Total money: £10.87

North East Liverpool Girl

■ Total tokens: 3,716 ■ Total money: £43.79

HELPING HAND: Manor Park Football Club

They said: ‘We are a morris dancing troupe from Bootle.

We have 70 dancers and help keep kids off the streets.

We practise each Tuesday and dance in competitions on Sundays. We would be grateful for any donations as we need new costumes and the bus hire every week is expensive.’

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■ Total tokens: 48,674 ■ Total money: £573.61

Prescot Guide House Management Committee ■ Total tokens: 2,775 ■ Total money: £32.70

Quarry Green Residents Association ■ Total tokens: 28,432 ■ Total money: £335.06

Rialto Neighbourhood Council ■ Total tokens: 64,349 ■ Total money: £758.33

Rice Lane Junior School, Walton ■ Total tokens: 21,732 ■ Total money: £256.11

Rise and Shine Netherton They said: ‘We want to provide more activities for children.’

■ Total tokens: 50,072 ■ Total money: £590.08

Rotters Community Group, Speke They said: ‘Rotters collects and processes kitchen and garden waste from householders and schools. We deliver food-growing, healthy cooking and composting projects demonstrating the links between healthy lifestyles and sustainable living. We provide therapeutic, training and work opportunities to beneficiaries, information and education on recycling and composting.’

■ Total tokens: 3,000 ■ Total money: £35.35

Rotunda They said: ‘Rotunda, a charity in north Liverpool, believes in an all -round approach to education for people from aged from one to 100. Everyone has potential which often gets lost. We offer many subjects - toddlers learning to take photos, youths running their own school - adults learning whatever they want. We change lives.’

■ Total tokens: 13,440 ■ Total money: £158.39

Roundabout JFC, Huyton

They said: ‘We think our group would benefit from this money as it would buy our kids new football kits for next season. Football is what these kids love to do and it keeps them off the streets.’

■ Total tokens: 13,008 ■ Total money: £153.30

Royal Blue Over 60's Club

They said: ‘The club opened in October 1980 and we are trying to raise funds as we have never had anything given to us, not even for a raffle.’

■ Total tokens: 14,070 ■ Total money: £165.81

SUPPORT US: Neurosupport is a Liverpool charity offering a non-medical advice for people with neurological conditions

Sefton Park Palm House Preservation Trust They said: ‘Sefton Park Palm House is one of Liverpool's favourite buildings. The Trust works to preserve it for future generations with our activities bringing joy and fun to many visitors. We raise all of our own income and your support will help us plan even more exciting events – many of them free.’

■ Total tokens: 628 ■ Total money: £7.40

Sefton Positive Futures They said: ‘ Our aim is to encourage children and young people at risk of social exclusion to take part in sporting and leisure pursuits as a means of improving their immediate quality of life and long term outcomes. This project has a significant impact in reducing anti-social behaviour in Sefton.’

■ Total tokens: 5,600 ■ Total money: £65.99

Sefton Stars 08 Basketball Club

community arts organisation working across Liverpool.

We are a registered charitylimited by guarantee. We work with the most marginalised people in society including people with mental health problems, people living with Alzheimer’s and dementia and disabled people.’ We also enable cultural sharing and understanding.

■ Total tokens: 1,384 ■ Total money: £16.31

South District Girl Guide Association They said: ‘We are made up of aproximately 250 girls aged five-25 from a mainly socially and economically deprived area. This year is the centenary of girl guiding with many exciting activities planned during 2010.’ Any monies we receive will help our girls to participate without worrying about the cost incurred.

■ Total tokens: 24,018 ■ Total money: £283.04

South Liverpool Foodbank

They said: ‘We offer people the use of Fernhill Sports Centre to participate in a range of leisure, educational and community activities that tackle numerous gaps within the Bootle area. We are all volunteers and work long and hard towards this aim. We have a yearly nominated charity to engage the community in.

They said: ‘The South Liverpool Foodbank is a local voluntary organisation working with the public and local care professionals to collect and distribute free emergency food supplies to individuals and families in crisis in our local community. Since starting in October 2009 we have provided 50 Adults and 50 children with food.’

■ Total tokens: 37,000 ■ Total money: £436.03

■ Total tokens: 4,000 ■ Total money: £47.14

Saint Ambrose Youth Base, East Shrewsbury House Youth Club South Liverpool Gymnastics Everton Speke Club

They said: ‘We aim to enhance the skills, confidence and experiences of young people through dance, exercise, teamwork, outdoor pursuits, art/culture, first aid, disability awareness, public speaking and healthy eating.

■ Total tokens: 13,688 ■ Total money: £161.31

Sanctuary Family Support, Smithdown Road They said: ‘Sanctuary Family Support is a charity set up in 1999 by four parents to support families affected by substance misuse. At Santuary we provide support, advice, crisis counselling, drugs education and home visits.’We also support Kinship Carers, the children they are caring for through a variety of activities.’

■ Total tokens: 2,614 ■ Total money: £30.81

Scope Response North West ■ Total tokens: 512 ■ Total money: £6.03

They said: ‘Shrewsbury House is a youth centre in Everton providing a place of safety which welcomes children and young people in the area. We provide fun activities and opportunities to learn through socialising, recreation, sport and music. We encourage our members to make the most of their life chances.’

They said: ‘Our club coaches 80 children of all ages and abilities to excel in gymnastics. Gymnastics is exccellent for fitness, flexibility, co-ordination, dedication and determination. All money raised is used to purchase equipment.’

■ Total tokens: 14,692 ■ Total money: £173.14

■ Total tokens: 10,038 ■ Total money: £118.29

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South Liverpool Personnel

They said: ‘Smarty’s is a voluntary group run by ten mums in our community.We work with children and young people from underprivileged backgrounds to help reduce levels of anti-social behaviour. We provide after-school activities and all-day sessions during school holidays. None of our volunteers are paid and most activities are free.’

■ Total tokens: 3,460 ■ Total money: £40.78

Sola Arts They said: Sola Arts is a participant-led, grassroots

They said: ‘SLP is an employment and training agency providing recruitment and training opportunities for public, private and voluntary organisations across Merseyside. Established in 1972 SLP provides a “full service” employment and training agency and is a Learn Direct and Open University centre.’

■ Total tokens: 1,000 ■ Total money: £11.78

South Liverpool Voluntary Inclusion Programme They said: ‘South Liverpool VIP works with older people

with the aim of improving their mental and physical health. At present we are working with older people who take on the role of carer for a member of their family.’ We also support older people who have lost the person they are caring for.

■ Total tokens: 5,176 ■ Total money: £61

Southern African AIDS Foundation Liverpool They said: ‘ Southern African Aids Foundation provides information on HIV awareness, preventing transmission, increasing HIV testing and treatment and most of all reducing stigmatisation, as well as providing support services to those infected or affected by the virus. It is the foundation’s intention those affected or infected are involved in community projects like everybody else.’

SAAF works throughout England as well as in southern Africa where it has projects in Zimbabwe and Zambia.

■ Total tokens: 4,083 ■ Total money: £48.12

South-Sefton Ju-Jitsu Academy They said: ‘My name is Peter C’ailceta. I am a 5th Degree Master in Ju-Jitsu and I own South Sefton Ju-Jitsu Academy. I started in 2000 and teach children and adults aged five upwards.I enjoy my work so much and I am a great believer in keeping my teaching fun so children learn without even realising it. I am an anti-bullying specialist and I have taught many children over the years to overcome bullying.’

■ Total tokens: 20,254 ■ Total money: £238.69

Sports4allbanner-scheme They said: ‘Sports4all Banner Scheme uses grass-roots sports as a way of breaking the cycle of anti-social behaviour and violence in sports and within the local community. We raise awareness of important issues that affect so many communities throughout the UK. We help create safer sports and safer communities for all. www.sports4allbanner-scheme.com’ ■ Total tokens: 8,798 ■ Total money: £103.68

Springwood Heath Primary School They said: ‘Springwood Heath is a unique school, purpose designed and built so that children of all abilities and backgrounds can develop and make progress together working in a safe and exciting environment.

Children, staff and families work tirelessly to promote inclusion by building mutually respectful relationships between all of our learners.’

■ Total tokens: 5,064 ■ Total money: £59.68

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St Anne’s Catholic Primary School They said: ‘St Anne’s Catholic Primary School is a wellestablished primary school situated in Rock Ferry. Our caring school community is made up of hardworking, friendly and enthusiastic pupils and staff who work together to create an environment where everyone can learn, have fun and feel safe. We want to enhance the children’s leaning through new equipment.

BE GENEROUS: Options for Supported Living is an organisation supporting adults with learning disabilities

■ Total tokens:1,428 ■ Total money: £16.83

St Austin’s Parents Teachers Association They said: ‘In today’s current economic climate it is important for the local community to support the foundation of todays society which will become tomorrows world - our children. In this association we all give up our free time to ensure our children have the best start in life and have things that we didn’t have such as a stage for the nativity plays and Spanish weeks. Seeing your five-year-old child speak and sing in Spanish is something you will never forget.’

■ Total tokens: 13,990 ■ Total money: £164.87

St Christopher’s Pensioners Club They said: ‘ We would like help for outings, entertainment and core costs.’

■ Total tokens: 13,156 ■ Total money: £155.04

■ Total tokens: 6,728 ■ Total money: £79.29

St Leonard's Youth and Community Centre They said: ‘St Leonard’s depends on funding so the children and young people of Bootle have a place to come and interact with each other. Early sessions focus on five-11 year olds and late sessions target 11-18s. Our dedicated staff work with the children to improve learning techniques and social skills.’

■ Total tokens: 11,000 ■ Total money: £129.63

St Luke’s Halsall School, Crosby They said: ‘St. Luke’s is at the heart of Crosby and pupils visit local homes and shopping centres to sing at Christmas. We are always willing to join in community events. We are trying to raise a lot of money towards building a performing arts room and would welcome community help.’

■ Total tokens: 500 ■ Total money: £5.89

St Cuthbert’s Foundation Stage St Margaret’s Anfield C of E Unit 3-5 years Primary school They said: ‘Round and round the garden would be a wish

come true. We have many ideas of making beauty show, dig and hoe, water and weed, we'll work hard to make it grow. Ours is such a small school, tokens may be few, the fact we need a garden - really overdue.’

They said: ‘We need funding for outdoor equipment and free meals for children.

■ Total tokens:17,562 ■ Total money: £206.96

St Michael’s Active Ageing Over 55 Group

St Francis De Sales’ Pensioners Club

■ Total tokens: 25,340 ■ Total money: £298.62

They said: ‘We are a newly formed group which meets regularly to try to enhance the lives of those over 55 who may be on their own or lonely. Our most important event is the Christmas Day lunch.

children always to do their best and aim to provide an exciting and enriched curriculum.’

■ Total tokens: 8,102 ■ Total money: £95.48

St Patrick’s Pensioners Club

St Michael's Eco Alliance They said: ‘We will put the money raised towards the grow club and making the environment more sustainable and help fund future projects. St Michael’s Eco-Alliance aims to promote environmental awareness within school by making the most of its school grounds. Students will create a sustainable environment that will not only produce food but will also attract and retain wildlife.

This will be shared with the local community.’

■ Total tokens: 20,474 ■ Total money: £241.28

St Michael's Irish Centre, Everton

■ Total tokens: 30,429 ■ Total money: £358.60

St Patrick’s Church, Toxteth ■ Total tokens: 35,905 ■ Total money: £423.13

St Paul’s and St Timothy's PTA They said: ‘We need general equipment to help support the proficiency of education.’

■ Total tokens: 10,000 ■ Total money: £117.85

St Philip's Litherland Tea Dance

They said: ‘We provide a community centre for the promotion of cultural and social activities for the Irish community on Merseyside. Activities range from elderly tea dances to an Irish Language nursery. St Michael’s is a hub for Irish Culture on Merseyside.’

They said: ‘I opened the tea dance in January, 2003 after identifying a social need for the older people in our local community. It serves an essential role encouraging social activities, exercise, friendships and support. Membership stands at 80 and there are 30 on a waiting list. We need to improve toilet facilities and access.’

■ Total tokens: 21,812 ■ Total money: £257.05

■ Total tokens: 32,948 ■ Total money: £388.28

St Oswald’s Catholic Infant School, Old Swan

St Vincent De Paul Society, Our Lady’s Parish Centre, Birkenhead

They said: ‘St Oswald’s Catholic Infant School is situated in the middle of a busy shopping area in Old Swan. We are a large school with more than 300 children aged between three-seven years old. We encourage our

They said: ‘The club has been in existence for many years. It is a small friendly club which, though Catholic in name and location, is ecumenical in its membership. We offer an afternoon of escape and friendship, wish quizzes (to banish Alzheimer's) bingo, chat, a laugh, a dance, and if you sing, we would love to hear you. Outings and holidays are a must.’

They said: ‘The St Vincent de Paul Society is a group of lay men and women, young and old. Our group works in the north end of Birkenhead. We visit families, both old and young, in their own homes, hospitals and nursing homes. We arrange camping holidays for young people and offer a limited number of family holidays at our caravan.’

■ Total tokens: 3,824 ■ Total money: £45.06

Stadia Junior Football Club They said: ‘Stadia Football Club is a community-based football team based around the Florence Melly area. We are an under 16s football team. The team has been together for the past eight years. The lads who play in the team are a very polite, trustworthy, respectable and likeable bunch. We play in the Anfield league and have won trophies on numerous occasions. Stadia Football Club aims to keep children off our streets and stop them being labelled yobs or pests.’

■ Total tokens: 18,710 ■ Total money: £220.49

St James’ Pre School They said: ‘St James’ Pre-School is run by a management committee of parents. The Group operates from a church hall and is registered with OFSTED to provide care and education for up to 45 children aged from two to five years on a daily basis.’

■ Total tokens: 4,666 ■ Total money: £54.99

■ Total tokens: 16,778 ■ Total money: £197.72

St John Chrysostom Church

■ Total tokens: 18,100 ■ Total money: £213.30

SEND IN TOKENS: Peterhouse School is a non-maintained special school offering provision for pupils with Autistic Spectrum Condition

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WISH: THE FINAL COUNT They said: ‘We organise fun, healthy and achievable activities for the over 50s.’

■ Total tokens: 51,785 ■ Total money: £610.27

Stick 'n' Step, Wallasey

We would like to offer more places for babies with cerebral palsy. Stick 'n' Step changes the lives of local children with cerebral palsy. Cerebral palsy limits mobility and speech but doesn't reduce life expectancy or limit intelligence. We provide tailored therapy sessions where the children learn to push the boundaries of their disability through play gaining independence. The results are amazing.’

■ Total tokens: 61,785 ■ Total money: £728.12

Stuart Rd JFC They said: ‘We are an under-14s football club based in Bootle. We are affiliated to Liverpool County FA and have achieved their prestigious Charter Standard award.

Some of our boys have been, or are at risk of being, socially excluded. We use football as a means of integrating the boys back into their local community.

■ Total tokens: 7,940 ■ Total money: £93.57

Stuart Road Pre School They said: ‘Stuart Road Pre School caters for the children of the community aged two-five years. Theye learn in a safe, caring, happy environment. We have 12 qualified staff – five of them voluntary. We rely on funding for the group and provide high quality childcare, resulting in happy, confident children and satisfied parents.’

■ Total tokens: 22,824 ■ Total money: £268.97

241 Sunflowers, Aigburth They said: ‘Sunflowers is a small, local charity supporting people living with cancer in the Mersey region. We offer benefits advice, complementary therapies, art therapy, music therapy and Tai Chi – or just a friendly face and cup of tea.’

■ Total tokens: 9,887 ■ Total money: £116.52

Sunnyside Residents Association They said: ‘We are a group of elderly/disabled residents at a local care home. We would like to arrange outings for ourselves and eventually purchase a wheelchair accessible minibus so we can enjoy day trips. Most of us are dependent solely on local authority funding for our care.’

■ Total tokens: 912 ■ Total money: £10.75

Sunrise Club Teaching Centre, Knowsley Lane They said: ‘Sunrise is a non-profit club for children with various disabilities. We have a crèche facility at Sunrise Centre (CDC) on a Tuesday and we also support the parents. It also helps the professionals who come in and observe the children and talk to their parents.

■ Total tokens: 7,276 ■ Total money: £85.75

TRUST Dance Parent & Guardian Forum, Beechwood Estate They said: ‘TRUST Dance is made up of key community representatives fand works in partnership within the local community to enhance activities for local children.

At present we have 32 children ranging from three-11 yrs and 16 members in our parents’ forum. TRUST Dance provides affordable dance tuition and hopefully a chance to enter the competition world for young children. It provides the opportunity for parents to gain new skills as volunteers. It incorporates the philosophy of Every Child Matters ensuring youngsters taking part, whatever their background, will be healthy, safe, enjoy and achieve.’

■ Total tokens: 13,472 ■ Total money: £158.76

Team Oasis Children's Charity They said: ‘Established in 2003 Team Oasis offers inclusive opportunities for 700 children and young people of all abilities and circumstances to engage together in a variety of activities each week. Friendships blossom, understanding and mutual respect abounds.

Through inspiration, self confidence and aspiration

flourishes.’

■ Total tokens: 8,012 ■ Total money: £94.42

Tenents and Residents Association ■ Total tokens: 6,888 ■ Total money: £81.17

The Big Issue In The North ■ Total tokens: 220 ■ Total money: £2.59

They said: ‘ We want a big catering oven and general catering supplies.

■ Total tokens: 8,752 ■ Total money: £103.14

The PSL Group, Birkenhead They said: ‘A charitable organisation we have created, delivered and managed services in partnership with organisations resulting in more than 2,000 unemployed people returning to work and more than 3,000 achieving qualifications leading to employment and positive outcomes. We have improved employment prospects and learning skills across Merseyside.’

The Bridge Liverpool

■ Total tokens: 554 ■ Total money: £6.53

They said: ‘Based in Litherland The Bridge is a registered charity dedicated to providing first-level training to adults in the local community. Here at The Bridge we understand how daunting it can be to walk into a class for the first time so we aim to make our courses as friendly as possible.’

The Residents Association for the area bounded by Albion Street, Prescot Street, Hamilton Road and Mount Road, New Brighton

■ Total tokens: 4,056 ■ Total money: £47.80

The Congolese Association of Merseyside, Fairfield They said: ‘We are a community-based organisation set up in 2006. We provide advice, guidance and referral to our members and other French speakers facing exclusion due to language barriers. We offer direct bilingual services and act as a bridge to mainstream service providers and specialists.’

■ Total tokens: 3,080 ■ Total money: £36.30

The Everton Foundation, Liverpool They said: ‘We want to buy specialist disability equipment and also set up courses for disadvantaged members of the community The Everton Foundation is a leading, community-based charity that aims to motivate, educate and inspire diverse sections of our community in the North West of England and North Wales. Working with multi-sector partners we deliver targeted projects focusing on health, exercise, education, volunteering, disability, social inclusion and community cohesion.’

■ Total tokens: 2,092 ■ Total money: £24.65

The Fillies GFC They said: ‘We need funds for travel, equipment and kit and help keeping the project going.’

■ Total tokens:16,858 ■ Total money: £198.67

The Formby Band They said: ‘The Formby Band provides opportunities for all its members, aged 13 to 81, to extend their musical skills and expertise. Its reputation has been enhanced by successes in local and national contests. The band gives regular concerts throughout the year, mostly in Merseyside, keeping close links with the community.

They said: ‘Our community group was set up to safeguard and promote the interest of residents on maters concerning housing and environment. We help improve living conditions, community facilities and services and represent the views of residents. We uphold equal opportunities and work towards good relations amongst our community.’

■ Total tokens: 500 ■ Total money: £5.89

The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation They said: ‘This year The Roy Castle Lung Cancer Foundation celebrates its 20th Anniversary. It aims to defeat lung cancer, support those in Merseyside's community living with lung cancer, help thousands of local people stop smoking and carries out essential research in the city. Please support the Foundation and make a difference.’

■ Total tokens: 4,232 ■ Total money: £49.87

The Royal School for the Blind, Wavertree They said: ‘We want money for equipment and development projects within the school. Our present role is the education and care of visually impaired children aged between two and 19 years who, in addition, have learning difficulties and behavioural problems. Pupils are either day or weekly boarders and can come from all over the country but are mainly from Merseyside, the North West and North Wales.’

■ Total tokens: 36,604 ■ Total money: £431.37

The Whitechapel Centre, Everton

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They said: ‘The Whitchapel Centre is a local charity providing a range of services for people who are homeless or in housing need. This includes a day centre for rough sleepers, cold weather provision, housing and welfare rights advice and floating support to help people obtain and sustain a tenancy.’ Our aim is to provide homeless people with the opportunity to change their lives.

■ Total tokens: 5,428 ■ Total money: £63.97

Thumbs Up Club, Litherland They said: ‘We are a Saturday morning club for children aged three-19 who have special needs and learning difficulties. We provide respite care for families, parents and carers in need of “me time”. We are in the process of fitting a sensory room. We cover the Liverpool & Sefton area.’

■ Total tokens: 12,608 ■ Total money: £148.58

Tots & Toddlers, Kirkby They said: ‘We are two local mums and run a small tots and toddlers group. We are located in an underprivileged area. We keep our fees very low so parents can send their child to nursery to mix with their peers regardless of working status.’

■ Total tokens: 10,000 ■ Total money: £117.85

Townsend Morris Dancers, Liverpool They said: ‘Townsend Morris Dancers began in January 2007. We now have 35 girls aged two-16 years. We have achieved Novice 1 Troupe, Leader, Mascot and dancer of the year and also Tiny leader of the year. The girls enjoy the competitions and have improved a lot.’

We practise Tuesday 5-8pm at Holy Trinity, ABBC, Breck Road.

■ Total tokens: 37,798 ■ Total money: £445.44

Toxteth Music Programme They said: ‘Many young people in Liverpool are unable to learn to play a musical instruments because of the high cost of lessons. The Toxteth Music Programme is a registered charity teaching young people to play the piano, guitar or drums at no cost. All we need is their enthusiasm to learn.’

■ Total tokens: 1,536 ■ Total money: £18.10

Trio Entertainment They said: ‘Trio Entertainment is a community-based organisation that encourages young people aged from 10-19 to get involved in drama, performing arts and all aspects of theatre. We are currently planning on running three projects in Liverpool and Knowsley which are all free of charge.’

■ Total tokens: 2,128 ■ Total money: £25.08

Tuebrook Central Residents

■ Total tokens: 6,288 ■ Total money: £74.10

The Hope Centre They said: ‘The Hope Centre is a local charity whose aim is to “bring life and hope to our local community” by equipping and empowering individuals to break the cycle of abuse, depression, addiction and homelessness ensuring each individual we engage with has an equal opportunity to develop their education and skills and progress to their full potential.

■ Total tokens: 16,628 ■ Total money: £195.96

The Irish Tuesday Luncheon Club, Liverpool They said: ‘We are a team of volunteer members who run a luncheon club for the older Irish community. We offer the opportunity for these people to meet on a regular weekly basis reducing isolation by celebrating events with hot lunches and entertainment.

■ Total tokens: 8,616 ■ Total money: £101.54

The Lantern Project, New Brighton ■ Total tokens: 1,350 ■ Total money: £15.91

The League of Welldoers

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Association They said: ‘We have been running for eight years. We started because of problems in the year and damage caused to allotments in the Marlborough Road area. We secured funding to have fencing and gates fitted around the allotments and also a new alarm system for the club which is in the centre of the allotment. We run a neighbourhood day twice a year bringing the local community together. We also have meetings with the local police and hope to secure funds for furniture to start up a local cop shop in the local community centre at the top of Marlborough Road/ West Derby Road or the Church Hall in Buckingham Road. People will be able to drop in whilst out shopping.’

■ Total tokens: 6,120 ■ Total money: £72.12

Tweenie Tots 2 Community Childcare Services They said: ‘We are a community-based registered charity in Litherland and we provide a fun, playful and educational environment for young children. We are dedicated to supporting children and their families and provide low- cost flexible childcare that all children can access. We rely on fundraising and in the present recession this is becoming a daunting task.’

■ Total tokens: 11,746 ■ Total money: £138.42

Valencia Morris Dancers, Kirkby They said: ‘We want to buy a new bus and new uniforms.

We practise two nights a week, competing on a Sunday.

We need funds to buy uniforms and keep our bus running. As well as dancing we put on community activities, such as a halloween party, and stage social occasions for the dancers.’

CIRCLE OF FRIENDS: Springwood Heath is a unique school, purpose designed and built so that children of all abilities and backgrounds can develop mini soccer and junior leagues on the Wirral. 2010 is our Silver Jubilee year - the Wasps are 25 years old.’

■ Total tokens: 8,164 ■ Total money: £96.21

■ Total tokens: 39,730 ■ Total money: £468.21

Whiston Royals Morris Dancers

Victim Support Nationwide They said: ‘We need security equipment for victims of crime. Victim Support is the independent national charity which helps people cope with crime. Trained volunteers based locally contact people after a crime to offer confidential support and information. People are referred to Victim Support by the police and other organisations or contact us themselves to ask for help.’

They said: ‘Whiston Royals started in 1998. We are a small, voluntary group based in the Whiston area of Merseyside. We currently have 30 members aged from two years to 35 years. We practice on Thursday from 5pm-7pm at Whiston Community Centre, Old Colliery Road. We dance out on Saturdays from April - October.’

■ Total tokens: 30,244 ■ Total money: £356.42

■ Total tokens: 3,688 ■ Total money: £43.46

Wicked Fish Liverpool

VIDES UK They said: ‘VIDES UK offers young people the chance to volunteer to make a difference in the lives of other children and young people. Locally we run youth groups and leadership programmes which encourage young people to build friendships, recognise their own skills and talents and make a difference in the world.’

■ Total tokens: 24,100 ■ Total money: £284.01

Viking Centre & Youth Club Limited They said: ‘Viking Youth Club has been working in Rock Ferry for almost 40 years providing children and young people with a range of social, educational, welfare and guidance activities in a warm, safe environment. We create positive activities to help raise the aspirations of young people in this economically deprived area.’

■ Total tokens: 1,164 ■ Total money: £13.72

Wallasey Sea Cadets They said: ‘ Wallasey Sea Cadets is a uniformed youth organisation established in 1934 and based on the Wirral. It is open to young people aged 12 -18 irrespective of sex, creed or ability. By offering activities based on a nautical theme the young people gain nationally-recognised qualifications whilst having fun.’

■ Total tokens: 20,814 ■ Total money: £245.29

WAM Friendship Centre Limited ■ Total tokens: 31,712 ■ Total money: £373.72

Wavertree C of E School ■ Total tokens: 5,500 ■ Total money: £64.82

West Derby Community Association They said: ‘Lowlands, a registered charity, has been home to the West Derby Community Association since 1957.

It provides rooms and facilities to all sections of the wider community in a beautiful historic setting. It relies on the support of well-wishers to survive following recent refurbishment.’

■ Total tokens: 10,744 ■ Total money: £126.61

West Kirby Light Opera Society They said: ‘We are a Wirral-based charity and produce high quality musical shows and charity concerts throughout Merseyside. We have a membership of about 100 made up of all ages. In 2012 we will perform Titanic the Musical at the Liverpool Empire on the centenary of the sinking.’

■ Total tokens: 5,500 ■ Total money: £64.82

West Kirby Residential School They said: ‘We have programmes for youngsters to experience “life beyond classrooms” and gain global understanding. We visited European and African capitals.

We developed the “Footprints on the Map” project to support deprived Pretoria and Calcutta youngsters visiting Merseyside in 2010 - living and learning alongside our own.’

■ Total tokens: 7,948 ■ Total money: £93.66

West Kirby Wasps Football Club They said: ‘West Kirby Wasps FC is a Charter Standard football club affiliated to the Cheshire FA with teams for children aged six to 16. Our teams play in the various

They said: ‘Wicked Fish is a professional performing arts company.Our performers have learning difficulties. We work in theatres, arts centres, schools, museums and other community venues with people of all ages. We hold auditions when vacancies occur and will be running drama workshop courses this year.’

■ Total tokens: 19,022 ■ Total money: £224.17

Widnes RUFC Under 15's They said: ‘We are a community Rugby Union team run and organised by parents. The team is made up of boys from Liverpool, Widnes and Lancashire from different communities. We come together to play the game they all love - Rugby Union.’

■ Total tokens: 6,096 ■ Total money: £71.84

Wirral Community Narrow Boat Trust They said: ‘We are raising funds to replace one of our two narrowboats which are specially adapted for disabled/ vulnerable adults and children and manned by our trained volunteers. Our clients return from cruises ranging from half a day to a week refreshed in mind and body from cruising along tranquil canals.’

■ Total tokens: 2,814 ■ Total money: £33.16

Wirral Older People's Parliament

Wirral Society of the Blind Wirral They said: ‘We need specialist computing equipment.’

■ Total tokens: 6,356 ■ Total money: £74.90

Woolton Youth and Community Centre They said: ‘We are a voluntary organisation in South Liverpool aimed at helping and educating young people aged eight to 25 through their leisure time activities by providing opportunities to play and learn in a safe environment. We offer sports, arts, craft, music, dance, group activities, residential trips and educational projects.’

■ Total tokens: 5,864 ■ Total money: £69.11

Ykids, Bootle They said: ‘Ykids is a registered charity based in Bootle working to build self esteem and promote positive role models with more than 12,000 children and young people from disadvantaged communities each year. We run a variety of exciting and innovative projects including The Redi Project, Made Up 2010 and Not Just Cooking.’

■ Total tokens: 9,158 ■ Total money: £107.92

Young Persons Opportunities Project, Speke They said: ‘We need extra resources for kid-orientated projects and trips.’

■ Total tokens: 2,828 ■ Total money: £33.33

Zero Centre (Merseyside), Birkenhead They said: ‘We provide support for women, young people and children who have experienced domestic violence including one to one support, information and advice, legal advice, counselling, appropriate referral, heading programmes and agency training. Support continues for as long as necessary without creating dependence focusing on choice, enablement and valuing the individual.’

■ Total tokens: 5,868 ■ Total money: £69.15

Zoe's Place Baby Hospice

They said: ‘The Parliament was specifically set up to look after the interests of the elderly population living on the Wirral. We have been in existence for three years and have achieved some quite remarkable results. We have made a constructive contribution assisting and resolving issues for older people aged 50 onwards.’

They said: ‘At Zoe’s Place we care for babies aged 0-five, all of whom have a life-threatening or life-limiting condition that demands 24-hour care. Their needs vary.

Some require respite care whilst others are in need of palliative care.’

■ Total tokens: 636 ■ Total money: £7.50

■ Total tokens: 63,372 ■ Total money: £746.82