Community groups across the North of England have until midnight on Friday 11th August to apply for a slice of £50,000 in funding made available by Northern to help combat a range of cost-of-living issues.
The train operator, which runs services through Ilkeston Railway Station, has re-opened its Customer and Community Improvement Fund (CCIF) and is offering grants of £1,000, £5,000 and £10,000 for projects delivered between 1st October 2023 and 31st March 2024.
Applications are being encouraged for schemes that help combat social isolation, mental health and wellbeing, financial inclusion, digital inclusion, poverty and all aspects of social mobility, including education, mentoring, skills, training and employment.
Carolyn Watson, director of stakeholder and community engagement at Northern, said: “The CCIF has previously supported some incredible projects, bringing long lasting benefits to people across our network.
“The rise in the cost of living is affecting many of the communities we serve – with issues such as social isolation, mental health and social mobility on the rise.
“Northern is committed to making a positive impact on the North in all we do and for all we serve – and we’re delighted to make this fund available again.”
For more information and details of how to apply, visit: northernrailway.co.uk/about-us/community/ccif