A chance for groups to bid for up to £5,000 for work with children and young people has is now available. Voluntary, community and faith groups working with youngsters between the ages of 5 and 13 in Blackburn with Darwen are invited to apply for the latest round of the Children's Chest.

Children's Chest, run by Community & Voluntary Services (CVS) in association with Children's Fund, can supply successful groups with up to £5,000 for a wide range of projects aimed at helping children in the Borough: -

  • be healthy;
  • stay safe;
  • enjoy & do well at school and in other learning;
  • tell right from wrong; and
  • live free from poverty.

If you would like an application pack or for further information, please telephone or e-mail John Beck at CVS on 01254 660186.

Completed applications must be returned to CVS before 1pm on Friday 6th June.