COMMUNITY organisers in Rossendale are being urged to apply for cash to fund their events.
The borough council has set up a grants scheme with £20,000 available to pay for community schemes.
Leaders can apply for one-off payments of up to £750 for the likes of public liability insurance, promotional materials, entertainment and meeting the costs of health and safety guidelines.
Coun Janet Graham, executive member with responsibility for communities and neighbourhood, said: “Local events provide the best opportunities for people from the borough to come together and have some fun.
“They are part of the ‘glue’ that holds the community together.
“Community events also have a positive impact of the way that people feel towards their community and help us all to have pride in our neighbourhoods.
Organisers interested in applying for the grants should email democracy@rossendalebc.gov.uk or call 01706 252423.
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