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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.
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