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Posted: Sat 11th Jan 2025
Groups and organisations across Wrexham are being invited to apply for funding to help support their work in the local area.
The Your Community, Your Choice initiative, provides funding for grassroots projects aimed at building safer communities.
Using cash seized from criminals, it has already awarded nearly £600,000 to 193 projects since its inception, funding activities such as community music groups, gardening initiatives, youth schemes, and crime prevention efforts.
This year there is a share of £60,000 available for 21 projects across North Wales.
Community groups in each of the region’s six counties can apply for up to £2,500, while organisations working across three or more counties are eligible for up to £5,000.
The projects with the most votes from members of the public will be successful in receiving funding.
This year marks a significant upgrade in the application process with a new, user-friendly online application form available on the OPCC website, which will go live on January 13.
The online form is designed for easy navigation, with a convenient save and resume feature, allowing applicants to complete their submission at their own pace. For those who prefer the traditional approach, the Word document application format remains fully active and acceptable.
The funding continues to come partly from money seized by the courts through the Proceeds of Crime Act, with the remainder provided by Police and Crime Commissioner Andy Dunbobbin.
North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Andy Dunbobbin stated: “As we embrace the New Year, we’re excited to launch another round of funding that helps our communities. The new online application system reflects our commitment to making this process as accessible and straightforward as possible.
“I encourage local initiatives to take this opportunity and help shape a safer North Wales.”
PACT Chairman Ashley Rogers said: “Our continued support for community projects remains, especially in challenging times, these grassroots initiatives are more important than ever.
“With substantial funding available and a streamlined application process, we’re hopeful that more community groups will step forward and make a difference.”
North Wales Police Assistant Chief Constable Gareth Evans stated: “Community safety is a collaborative effort. The Your Community, Your Choice initiative provides a platform for innovative crime prevention and community support strategies.
“We’re particularly excited about the new online application system, which we hope will encourage broader participation.”
For further information on how to apply go to www.northwales-pcc.gov.uk, social media channels or the PACT & North Wales Police websites or contact:
- Email: yourcommunityyourchoice@northwales.police.uk
- Phone: 01745 588516
The application window for the Your Community, Your Choice initiative will open on 13 January 2025 and close on 7 February 2025.
A panel comprising of the Police and Crime Commissioner, PACT, and North Wales Police representatives will shortlist applicants. The final winners will be determined by public vote in late February 2025.
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