Chance for cash boost for charities and community groups
Charities and community groups in South Wales are being invited to self-nominate for a financial boost.
The scheme is part of Pink Storage's new initiative, the Community Change project, which will aid projects that positively impact their local communities.
Successful nominees stand a chance of winning up to £1,000.
The funds can be used for a range of purposes, including renovating communal spaces, purchasing equipment, or extending services.
The nomination process is straightforward and requires submitting the organisation's and contact details, along with a brief summary of how the funds will be used, to community@pinkstorage.co.uk.
After the April 29 deadline, three finalists will be selected and announced on Pink Storage's social media for public voting.
The winner will receive £1,000, with the two runners-up awarded £200 each.
Scott Evans, managing director at Pink Storage, said: "We believe in supporting and giving back to the local communities we are present in."
For more details, visit the Pink Storage website.
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Chance for cash boost for charities and community groups
Charities and community groups in South Wales are being invited to self-nominate for a financial boost. The scheme is part of Pink Storage's new initiative, the Community Change project, which will aid projects that positively impact their local communities. Successful nominees stand a chance of winning up to £1,000. The funds can be used for a range of purposes, including renovating communal spaces, purchasing equipment, or extending services. The nomination process is straightforward and requires submitting the organisation's and contact details, along with a brief summary of how the funds will be used, to community@ After the April 29 deadline, three finalists will be selected and announced on Pink Storage's social media for public voting. The winner will receive £1,000, with the two runners-up awarded £200 each. Scott Evans, managing director at Pink Storage, said: "We believe in supporting and giving back to the local communities we are present in." For more details, visit the Pink Storage website.
