Giving for Thurrock, the fundraising project administered by Thurrock CVS, has announced they are now able to accept applications for a limited number of grants up to £1,500 for projects relating to children, young people and young carers within Thurrock.

Giving for Thurrock is a charitable fundraising project supported by Thurrock CVS, Thurrock Council, and Thurrock Businesses.

Their goal is to raise money to support local groups and organisations allowing them to continue their vital work to support the local community.

Over the course of the past nine months Giving for Thurrock have been hosting a number of fundraising events to raise money with the aim to support young people in Thurrock.

Giving for Thurrock are now pleased to announce they have raised funds to support an number of causes in Thurrock and have opened the first round of funding for groups or organisations working to enhance and support young people’s lives in Thurrock.

Smaller groups and organisations as well as individuals will also be able to apply for funds to kick start a small project or support a young person who may need help in getting a project started for a worthy cause in Thurrock. These grants will be £500 for small groups and £300 for an individual cause.

For more information or to apply online please visit the Thurrock CVS website https://www.thurrockcvs.org/giving-for-thurrock-fund If you require assistance with your application please contact Thurrock CVS on 01375 389890.