Local groups urged to bid for share of new community fund

CHELMSLEY Wood Shopping Centre has unveiled a £15,000 community fund, to help groups around North Solihull.
The money will be used to support organisations in getting projects off the ground, with grants of up to £2,000 available to those who make a successful bid.
The Chelmsley Wood Neighbourhood Fund is available to grassroots organisations, social enterprises and not-for-profit organisations.
A spokesman said: "As a shopping centre we’re proud to sit in the heart of the North Solihull community and know there is a vast amount of community activity that goes on.
"The aim of this fund is to build on this and galvanise local action, resulting in a broad range of fantastic projects getting backed that have a huge impact and legacy locally."
The deadline for applications is August 14. To find out more about submitting an application visit this website.