​AIMS

• to set up a local point of contact for all local charities and voluntary organisations for the benefit of the local community

• to offer networking opportunities via festivals and direct links

• to champion the needs of the Market Drayton community, e.g. town trail, social prescriping, the next burial site, Walkmill Meadows, tourism, support the canal volunteers, e.t.c.

• to support local charities and voluntary organisations in the Market Drayton Area

• to network with local and national organisations

HOW

• by developing an all inclusive virtual hub promoting the local community activities

• MDCE arrange three annual festivals and support a week long 'Artsfest' whilst networking with local and county organisations.

• by identifying local needs and supporting local initiatives, recent examples being the Green Festival and Transport events

• by developing a list of local organisations with contact details including event dates and meeting venues.