SKIPTON Building Society is calling for community groups in East Lancashire to apply for their chance to win a £500 pot of funding before the deadline closes on Thursday, July 31.

Grassroots Giving was launched last year to celebrate the firm’s 160th anniversary, giving 160 of the funding pots to deserving community groups across the UK.

This year the initiative is back, now with 161 pots of £500 to give away, but groups have only one week left to apply for the funding.

To apply, visit the website www.skiptongrg.co.uk and complete the online application form. After the closing date, a shortlist of entries will be drawn up and people will be able to vote for who they would like to see receive the cash.