Local groups and organisations are being invited to apply for a grant through The Melksham Almshouses Charities.
The charity supports local charitable activities that benefit people in need across the town through small grants. To apply, groups must be based in or primarily serve Melksham and operate on a not-for-profit basis.
The Melksham alms-houses on Bath Road were built in 1862 and provide affordable housing for local people in need, particularly older residents or those on lower incomes.
The charity’s main purpose is to provide almshouse accommodation for people aged over 50 who are experiencing financial hardship and live in or around Melksham. It also supports local charitable activities through small grants.
The almshouses were founded by Rachel Fowler, a philanthropist and Quaker, with the aim of providing secure and dignified housing for people in need. The houses consist of a terrace of five cottages and continue to serve their original charitable purpose today.
The deadline for grant applications is the 28th February. For an application form or details of full eligibility criteria, contact Zoe Pace on 07961 591694 or email melkshamalmshousescharities@gmail.com
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