By Isle of Wight Observer
Island projects making a difference in their community could be eligible for a funding boost.
New and existing schemes supporting Island residents who are struggling with food, utility-related items or wider essentials are being invited to apply for a community grant, under a scheme being administered by the IW Council with more than £300,000 available.
More than 200 grants have been awarded to local organisations under the scheme over the past three years.
In addition to projects providing immediate support to residents, the council is looking for innovative sustainable initiatives that could be seed-funded to help residents live a life free from poverty and inequality.
Councillor Debbie Andre, cabinet member for adult social care, said: “This is another great opportunity for Island groups and organisations to apply for one-off funding for a particular project.
“I would urge even more groups and organisations to find out more about this grant scheme which could benefit their communities!”
The council would welcome applications from community and voluntary groups, charities, faith groups, schools, colleges and early years settings as well as town, parish and community councils.
The deadline for applications is Friday, November 29. Another community grants scheme will launch in January. Further information on how organisations can apply is available on iw.observer/costofliving.
