Charities offered share of CRT grants

THE Canal & River Trust’s grant fund for small waterway-based charities is now open for applications.

Awards of up to £1000 will be made to small charities that are using canals and rivers across England and Wales to make people’s lives better. Charities with an annual income of up to £250,000 are eligible to apply for a grant and funding can be used to cover core costs or to contribute to a specific project.

Hundreds of donations were made to the appeal, which aims to support small community-based charities affected by Covid-19.

Thanking those who have contributed, Sue Wilkinson, Canal & River Trust trustee and chairman of the panel distributing the funds, said: “These are tough times for a lot of people and it’s heartening to see the support shown for the many small waterways charities across England and Wales. The threat to their survival at this time is very real and we’re delighted that, with your help, we are able to make a difference.

“To those who give their time to waterways charities, thank you. You make our canals and rivers much richer. If you are struggling, help is at hand – do take the time to apply for funding, it is there to support you.”

To donate, visit https://justgiving.com/campaign/waterwaycharitiesappeal The trust is match-funding public donations up to £50,000. Details of how charities can apply for funding from the Waterway Charities Appeal are available here: https://canalrivertrust.org.uk/donate/waterway-charities-appeal/ waterway-charities-appeal-grantapplications