AM urges community groups to apply for outdoor spaces grant

A Flintshire politician is urging groups to apply for a grant to fund community projects.

The ‘Bags of Help’ grants are funded by Tesco customers through the 5p carrier bag charge, and go to projects that use or provide access to outdoor spaces in communities.

Grants of £5,000, £2,000 and £1,000 are available to all manner of groups including voluntary or community organisations, including registered charities and companies, schools, health bodies, parish or town councils, local authorities and social housing providers.

Some examples of projects that could receive funding include nature trails, a programme of beach clean-ups or a community garden or orchard.

Carl Sargeant, AM for Alyn and Deeside, said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for local groups who are working hard in our community, and I urge them to apply. There is a wide range of projects that are eligible for the Bags of Help scheme, and these grants can make a big difference.”

Since October 2016 the scheme has awarded £24 million to communities across England, Wales and Scotland.

For more information, visit: http://www.groundwork.org.uk/Sites/tescocommunityscheme/pages/Category/apply-for-a-boh-grant-tes2

Interested groups can also visit their nearest Tesco store, or call 0121 237 5780.