Testimonials

"Without the generosity of the Keele Key Fund donors we certainly would have faced great difficulty in securing the necessary funds to complete the project. Both the Covid-19 pandemic and the cost-of-living crisis have significantly impacted charity fundraising, so we are extremely grateful for the funds awarded through the Keele Key Fund. Our new scheme response car is almost operationally ready for use and with it we hope to continue to support our local communities of Keele University, Keele and nearby areas for many years to come. "

"This writing retreat was absolutely incredible. It was a safe space that enabled me to work confidently and efficiently, as well as providing a stimulating environment for me to meet and connect with other PGR students." "Was super, really enjoyed!! - Having dedicated time to write - I achieved the drafting of a whole chapter - so I was VERY pleased about that!!" "I enjoyed stepping away from near home/work and driving further away to help me write. I loved how flexible the retreat was, and how there were options for more structure for those who needed a little more push to work."

"Everyone involved in Earth Stories Film Festival is immensely grateful for receiving the funding and support to turn Earth Stories into a reality. Seeing the impact we have had on individuals in the local community and young filmmakers across the world has been so rewarding and couldn't have been achieved without the Keele Key Fund. I have enjoyed every second of directing this festival and found it really encouraging to see other students from across the university gain as much experience and satisfaction as I have. This project has given me employability skills such as time management, meeting organisation, budget management, show hosting and presentation skills, media production, attention to detail, an awareness of environmental impact, and relationship building with other organisations and members of the local community."

"Women’s football as a sport is here to stay, and we have watched the sport develop on the world stage with the recent Euros and World Cup. We stand proud in creating a positive environment for women and girls to play football. It is thanks to the kind donors of the Keele Key Fund that we can expand our footballing community and bring a safer and more well-equipped club into the new academic year, as well as providing great budgeting skills to our members in spending our money as wisely as possible. Thank you for your support in making sure that football is a game for all. We have loved being able to bring our ideas to life. "

"I want to thank the Keele Key Fund donors who gave myself and the SU the opportunity to run the Keele Community Meals project to help students learn how to cook and support them during the cost-of-living crisis. The project was lots of work; however, it was a great experience leading it and seeing the positive impact from it. All 120 meal kits and 60 snack packs were gone within 30 minutes of setting up our stall, showing the impact of the programme and the demand from students. The project has developed my own skills in teamwork, leadership, project planning and organisation, which I'm grateful for. Keele Community Meals has received great praise from the supermarkets we worked with, students, staff, and the local community. "