Young people will be encouraged to tap into their creative minds as the Big Lottery Fund announces over £696,000 to be shared among five projects in the North West of England.
The Lottery good causes money comes from the Young People’s Fund programme, which runs local projects with and for young people. The Fund will distribute £40 million of lottery cash to groups working with young people in England.
Also getting creative with a £144,947 grant is the Fylde Coast Y.M.C.A. for their Count Me In Project, which will develop a programme of arts, IT, volunteering and a social club for young people.
A variety of programmes will encourage young people to reflect upon who they are and where they fit within society and their community, resulting in improved community cohesion and a positive image for young people in the area.
John Cronin, Executive Director of Fylde Coast Y.M.C.A. said: “The support from the Young People’s Fund for this project will generate a fantastic opportunity for young people in Fleetwood and empower disadvantaged young people to make a real difference to their community.”
