FROME Community Trust has announced that applications are now open for grants for community organisations and groups in Frome and the local villages.
A total of around £7,000 is available, raised entirely by the proceeds of the Frome Community Lottery. Chair of the Trust, Sue Worringham said, “We are immensely grateful to all the local residents who play the community lottery every week, as 50% of their weekly stake of £1 comes back to Frome to support local groups. Their support is vital to make sure we can continue to help with the
Players who wish to join the lottery can pick up a leaflet at Frome Library or join through the Trust’s website.
Grants are available for any capital project which improves an existing, or develops a new community facility. In recent years, grants have been given for projects ranging from £200 to £2000 and all applications which meet the criteria will be considered by the Trustees. Application forms, which must be returned by Friday 12th April, are available from the Trust’s website – www.fromecommunitytrust.btck.co.uk or from Sue on 01373 462431.
Pictured: Trustees publicising the prize structure of the lottery at a recent event.
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