MELKSHAM Rotary Club recently donated a projector to a local scout group, and is now welcoming applications for its next round of community grants.
The club donates money to local groups and charities using profits from the ArtHouse Cafe in Melksham Market Place.
After a recent application, Rotary donated a projector to Holt and Broughton Gifford Scout Group after the group asked for money towards one.
Club member Sarah Hiscocks said, “A recent application from the group caught the eye of club members for immediate attention. The scouts have a huge wishlist of improvements and have already raised a significant amount of money themselves.
“The application form included the request for a projector – for the last five years they had been borrowing a one but the need for use has increased.
“Melksham Rotary felt that the projector was something practical that could be given to the group and, at the club meeting on 24th January, leader Anne Cranham came along to the ArtHouse to receive it.
“Anne explained what a difference it will make to them as the way young people use technology nowadays will mean that the projector will be regularly in use.
“The scout movement offers children a fantastic opportunity to grow outside of school, developing teamwork and practical skills as well as a wealth of opportunities that will broaden their minds and outlook as they approach adulthood.”
Applications for the next round of funding must be submitted by Sunday 30th April. The money will be given out in the summer.
To find out more or get an application form, email grants@melkshamrotary.org
