Bird conservation charity's £4.9k education boost
'Inspire future generations'
"It's an exciting opportunity for the Isle of Man community to help protect and preserve our natural heritage," she said.In the last academic year, about 2,500 children participated in activities as part of Manx BirdLife Education Programme.Sarah Kelly, chairman of the Manx Lottery Trust, said it was "wonderful to see the charity creating opportunities for people of all ages to connect with nature and contribute to wildlife conservation."It will inspire future generations to care for the natural world around them."
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