YOUTH projects in Richmondshire are being urged to take up the offer of cash from a local grant scheme.

Over the past seven years Richmondshire District Youth Council grant scheme has given cash to support a parks festival, help fund a youth shelter, bought equipment for youth clubs, drama groups, scouts, and sports clubs and support outings for disabled young people.

Youth council members are now looking for new submissions - but grants will not be given to young people for personal use, for school projects or projects that have already taken place, to political groups, or activities promoting religious beliefs.

“We can only offer small amounts of money but it is a rolling programme so we are open for applications at any time,” said council chairman Lucy Nasby.

“We can help everything from festivals and youth clubs to supporting disabled groups and also urge any young person to look to us for help.”

To apply contact Kayleigh Thompson at kayleigh.thompson@richmondshire.gov.uk, or visit https://www.facebook.com/RichmondshireDistrictYouthCouncil. Applications will be considered by youth council members at monthly meetings.