Tamworth District Scouts are delighted to announce they have begun work to make their premises more accessible, thanks to a community grant awarded by Tamworth Borough Council this year.
Tamworth District Scouts received a £1,000 grant to support the scouts project to make the District Activity Centre in Deltic more accessible by installing an access ramp and a new automatic opening door.
The council offers a Community Grant Scheme available for community, not for profit organisations or for identified not for profit projects to work collaboratively and flexibly to meet the needs of the residents of Tamworth.
The pot available is a total of £18,590 per year and shared out on a quarterly basis.
Peter Seedhouse, District Treasurer for Tamworth District Scouts, said: “We would like to thank all the people who helped fund this project and for the support given.
“The centre is used by many community groups and people that are wheelchair users or users of a frame or crutches.
“In the past wheelchair users have not been able to access the front door without ramps being put out and this was far from ideal. In addition, the old door had a threshold which made it harder to open.
“We took action to ensure that all users can now access the centre through the front door and indeed all doors at the push of a button. The feedback we have received has been great.”
Applications can be submitted for 2023-24 quarter four applications; closing date is 16 February 2024.
Councillor Martin Summers, Portfolio Holder for Environmental Health and Community Partnerships, said: “We’re delighted to support Tamworth District Scouts with their project to make their building accessible to all.
“We want to help as many local groups and organisations as possible and continue to support residents and local communities.
“If your organisation or group is looking to fund a project, hold a community event, launch a new scheme or wanting to reach out to the community, then please get in touch for more information about the next awards available.”
Notes to editors:
The Community Grants scheme is available for community, not for profit organisations or for identified not for profit projects to work collaboratively and flexibly to meet the needs of our communities.
Grants will be awarded for projects/activities that can meet at least one of the following criteria:
Assists community recovery and resilience from the Covid-19 pandemicHelps tackle the causes of inequality in our communitiesHelps develop and safeguard our environment and open spacesIncreases opportunities to participate in arts, heritage, and sports activitiesIncreases volunteering and civic prideHelps tackle causes and effects of poverty and financial hardshipConsiders outstanding individuals or groups who by achievement in arts, culture or sports support and promote Tamworth as a placePromotes and develops community cohesion
All grants should continue to demonstrate value for money and value to the people of Tamworth and have specific outcomes that can be recorded.
The pot available is a total of £18,590 per year and shared out on a quarterly basis.
The maximum fund allocations for the Community Grant is £1,000 per application, but may be more in exceptional circumstances.