BARNSLEY Council has handed out almost £100,000 to local community groups and organisations through the Pride in Place grants.
The scheme, which has been funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund, will be used to support communities across the borough. The initiative seeks to drive positive change by investing in heritage assets, green spaces, community centres and events.
With a maximum grant of £30,000 available, the fund supports not for profit community or voluntary sector organisations.
Projects were evaluated based on their potential to address community needs while demonstrating clear and measurable impacts on residents’ lives.
Successful bids came from Hope House Church, Penistone FM and The Exodus Project among others.
Coun Wendy Cain, cabinet spokesperson for public health and communities, said: “It’s fantastic to see such a tremendous response and such a high quality of project applications submitted to the ‘Pride in Place’ fund. We know how important our community spaces are and the vital work that they do. This funding will improve and support services offering new opportunities to local residents.
“The dedication and commitment displayed by the applicants reflects the vibrant spirit of and passion to drive a positive change within the borough.
Full list of recipients: Beacon SY Carer Support, Burton Grange Community Centre, Hope House Church, Hope in the Community, Ingbirchworth Petanque Club, Love Gawber and Pogmoor Community Group, Penistone FM, The Exodus Project, The Youth Association, Worsbrough Common Community Association and Wortley Walled Garden Growers.
Funding will be used to maintain and improve heritage buildings, provide additional support to local residents, improve services and allow communities to be more connected.
The Pride in Place Fund, backed by the UK Government's commitment to the Levelling Up agenda, set aside investments to be spent by March 2025.
The initiative seeks to drive positive change by investing in heritage assets, green spaces, community centres and events.
With a maximum grant of £30,000 available, the fund supports not for profit community or voluntary sector organisations.
Projects were evaluated based on their potential to address community needs while demonstrating clear and measurable impacts on residents' lives.
Coun Wendy Cain, Cabinet Spokesperson for Public Health and Communities: “It’s fantastic to see such a tremendous response and such a high quality of project applications submitted to the 'Pride in Place' fund.
“We know how important our community spaces are and the vital work that they do. This funding will improve and support services offering new opportunities to local residents. The dedication and commitment displayed by the applicants reflects the vibrant spirit of and passion to drive a positive change within the borough.”
