Charities invited to apply for share of £100,000 funding
CrossCountry has opened applications for its annual Customer and Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF), which supports initiatives that reduce pollution, protect the environment, support sustainable community growth, and create a positive impact on wider society.
The summer application period closes on Friday, June 6.
Candice Dos Santos Hodgson, project manager at CrossCountry, said: "We're excited to launch the next Customer and Communities Improvement Fund and can't wait to see what applications come in from communities across the country.
"We'd be delighted to hear from projects and groups looking to improve the communities served by the CrossCountry network, especially with an emphasis on social value and sustainability."
Since April 1, 2022, the CCIF has supported 30 initiatives across the country, with a total value of more than £550,000.
This includes a £17,000 donation to Social Bite's Job First programme in Edinburgh and a £40,000 donation to the Cornwall Community Foundation.
Marzena Farana-Sherlock, director of social impact at Social Bite, said: "The generous funding from CrossCountry will allow us to continue supporting individuals affected by homelessness into jobs, which can be truly life-changing."
For the first time this year, additional funding will be delivered by CrossCountry through its Biodiversity Improvements Projects (BIP) fund.
This will support projects on and around the rail network that enhance biodiversity, improve access to nature, and help the railway adapt to the changing climate.
To find out more and to apply to the fund, visit the CrossCountry website.
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