VOLUNTARY, charitable and community groups in Bromsgrove can now bid for up to £500 worth of grants.

Bromsgrove District Council and Bromsgrove Engagement and Equalities Forum will be launching the final round of its small grants scheme on Thursday, September 1.

The grants are available for activities that support community and equality within the district.

The second and final round will close at 4pm on Friday, September 30.

Projects must be delivered between November 1, 2016 and April 30, 2017 to qualify for this round of funding.

Bromsgrove District Council leader Geoff Denaro said: “This sector provides valuable services to our residents and the district as a whole so I am delighted to continue supporting such worthwhile local initiatives through our small grants scheme.

“I do hope lots of groups make a bid and make the most of this funding opportunity.”

For more information visit bromsgrove.gov.uk or email equalities@bromsgroveandredditch.gov.uk.