Projects can cash in on Tesco’s generosity

Tesco is encouraging charities and community groups in Paisley to apply for funding for local projects that matter to them.

The newly-rebranded Tesco Community Grants scheme will award cash support to charities and community organisations whose focus is on helping children and families access the food and support they need for a good start in life.

Eligible projects will include breakfast or holiday lunch clubs, food banks, youth clubs or schools.

From July, three community groups in Paisley will be selected to receive votes from the public to decide which project receives the most funding.

Funding pots of £500, £1,000 and £1,500 will be available for the shortlisted projects, and Tesco customers will be able to choose which one receives the most funding by voting in store every time they shop.

Originally launched in 2016 as Bags of Help, the scheme has supported over 36,000 community groups with more than £86million in grants since 2016, including 2,000 sports teams and 1,400 groups supporting vulnerable older people.

Last year, more than 10,000 groups were awarded grants of over £7.9m by Tesco throughout the UK.

Keith Jackson, Tesco community grant manager, said: “Over the years, we’ve been delighted to have been able to support so many charities, community groups and organisations from every corner of the UK.

“The help and support they provide to families and children is now more important than ever.

“We’re encouraging groups in Paisley to apply for funding as we hope to see the fantastic community work they provide to continue long into the future.”

The scheme is open to registered charities and not-for-profit organisations, so if you are an eligible organisation then apply for a grant now. If you are a Tesco customer or colleague, you can nominate a cause that you would like to see supported.

To apply, visit https://tescocommunitygrants. org.uk/