ROSSENDALE Borough Council is inviting community and voluntary organisation to apply for grants.

The funding is available to support projects that directly benefit Rossendale and its residents.

Grants will be given to those organisations able to demonstrate their ability to add value to services needed by communities in Rossendale.

Coun Janet Farquharson, portfolio holder for customer services, said: "We want to encourage as many organisations as possible to apply for the funding available to support services and projects which will benefit the people of Rossendale."

The closing date for applications is 2pm on Monday.

The new guidance on applying for a grant and the application form can be downloaded from the council website.

Alternatively you can request a pack by calling 01706 252413.

For further information contact Miladur Rahman on 01706 252413 or email miladurrahman@rossendalebc.gov.uk