GRAPPENHALL’S volunteer-run community library has won a grant of more than £37,000 towards a £50,000 structural improvement project.
The grant has been awarded by WREN – the not-for-profit business which awards grants to community projects from funds donated by Waste Recycling Group (WRG).
Other funding will be coming from Grappenhall and Thelwall Parish Council and The Big Lottery – together with money raised by the Friends of Grappenhall Library.
The library is now run by an independent charity following the closure of the former council library last year.
Sheila Wallace, the charity treasurer said: “This is excellent news, a fabulous boost from WREN enabling us to improve the building for our activities.
“Our building will now have new kitchen and disabled toilet facilities as well as other essential improvements, enabling it to be used to its full potential.”
Peter Cox, managing director of WREN, said: “WREN makes a difference to people’s lives by awarding grants to community, environmental and heritage projects across the UK. We’re delighted to support Grappenhall Community Library and their valuable work.”
Building work is planned to be completed early in the new year and will underpin new initiatives for activities including mums and tots, groups for retired and older people, as well as generally improving facilities.
The aim is to become a meeting place for all sections of the community.
Additional volunteers will be welcome – and new community groups wanting to use the facilities. Call 01925-268077 or email [email protected]
GRAPPENHALL'S volunteer-run community library has won a grant of more
than £37,000 towards a £50,000 structural improvement project.
£37,000 boost for volunteer library
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