The
National Lottery’s Big Lottery Fund is the largest community grant-maker in the
UK, using money raised by National Lottery players to support a variety of good
causes in the charity, voluntary, health, education and environmental sectors.
Over the
last five years more than 176 community projects in Hexham have received around
£2.5million from the Big Lottery Fund, making an immeasurable difference to the
community. For example, Natural Ability in Hexham is supported with a grant of
£315,000. The project supports disabled people, including those with learning
disabilities, to improve their self-esteem and develop life-skills through
agricultural and land-based activities. Participants receive training and
hands-on experience to move them towards employment and independent living in
the local rural farming environment.
The Big
Lottery Fund is a fantastic source of support to so many charities and causes,
and helps to improve the lives of people all over the community.