Community Fund Supports Local Initiatives in Ayr

The Community Assistance Programme, launched by ML Williams Funeral Directors earlier this year, has so far awarded £2,000 to local projects in Ayr. The fund, designed to improve the quality of life for residents within three miles of the funeral home on Falkland Park Road, has supported initiatives focused on Health, Education, Employment Opportunities, and Poverty and Social Deprivation. The most recent round saw £1,000 awarded to Tams Brig Judo Club, which will use the money to purchase new safety crash mats.

Key Takeaways:

• The Community Assistance Programme has awarded £2,000 to local projects in Ayr, supporting initiatives that improve the quality of life for residents.
• The programme has funded projects focused on Health, Education, Employment Opportunities, and Poverty and Social Deprivation.
• Tams Brig Judo Club, a historic club with members aged five to over 60, received £1,000 to purchase new safety crash mats.
• The club's funding will enable it to continue its work, providing exercise and community opportunities to more people.
• The first cycle of funding awarded £1,000 to Megan's Space, a charity that provides counselling sessions for young people with mental health issues.
• The Deadline for Applications for the final round of funding is October 27 at 12 noon.

Statistics:

• £2,000 awarded to local projects in Ayr through the Community Assistance Programme.
• £1,000 awarded to Tams Brig Judo Club to purchase new safety crash mats.
• 8 free counselling sessions funded for 2 young people in Ayr through Megan's Space.
• 3 miles within which the community fund operates, supporting residents in the Ayr area.

Sources:

• ML Williams Funeral Directors' Community Assistance Programme
• Tams Brig Judo Club
• Megan's Space charity
• The Ayrshire burgh (referring to the community area)