The latest round of grants have been awarded by Cheddar Parish Council.
Perhaps unsurprisingly, given the current climate, more applications were received than ever with 6 projects awarded a total of £5,000 to support the residents of Cheddar.
Over two thirds of this year’s grant funding has been awarded to projects aimed at young people including; Cheddar Community Partnership, for their Wild Cheddar project providing an outdoor educational resource for the pupils at Cheddar First School. Girlguiding Cheddar, towards their much needed guide hut improvements. The Space, towards costs for Cheddar Youth Club over the forthcoming year and Cheddar Platoon, for the purchase of essential equipment for cadet training and activities.
CHAFF was also awarded funds towards the annual Cheddar Arts Trail and the local Citizens Advice Bureau was granted repeat funding for their ongoing costs of supporting the people of Cheddar when they need it.
Derek Bradley-Balmer, Chairman of the Parish Council said “We are delighted to be able to support so many projects again this year during what is a really difficult time for our community and voluntary groups. We know how much this funding helps residents of Cheddar and we look forward to receiving and sharing their project updates throughout the year.”
The community grants are awarded by Cheddar Parish Council annually, the next application window will open again in January 2023. If you would like further information please contact the clerk. Email; clerk@cheddarparishcouncil.org or phone; 01934 743217.
Photo credits:
Cheddar Youth Club, The Space
Wild Cheddar, Cheddar Community Partnership