Kirklees Council has a great way of supporting communities - it involves sharing 'stuff', space and skills through Comoodle. Local organisations are getting involved by sharing too. Comoodle can provide children's activities for village events and even have a vehicle they are willing to let volunteers use short-term for community purposes. It also covers space - if a local group or a business has space which is not being used, it could be shared with another group to hold a meeting in or to store equipment.
Everyone can be involved. More information can be found on the Comoodle website