Grants of up to £30,000 are now available to local not-for-profit groups in Kenilworth.

The grants are part of Warwick District Council's Rural and Urban Capital Investment Scheme (RUCIS), and are available for capital improvement projects.

WDC had paused the RUCIS funding briefly last year to allow for greater financial support to groups supporting residents during the pandemic.

Organisations looking to purchase or upgrade their property or equipment for the benefit of the community will be considered.

This could include:

• Energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy technology

• Resurfacing of car parks, sports courts and play areas

• New facilities such as kitchens or toilets

In previous schemes, Leamington Cricket Club received £4,496 towards the refurbishment of their toilet facilities; and Hill Close Gardens received £30,000 towards an extension to their existing visitor centre.

Councillor Mary Noone, Portfolio Holder for Resources, commented: "We've seen first-hand this past year how important local community organisations are to our residents, and I am delighted that Warwick District Council is in a position to be able to award this funding to ensure that the vital facilities they use to support the community are the best they can be.

"New funding is available for the 2021/22 financial year and I would like to encourage not-for-profit groups located within Warwick District to come forward with their projects as we may be able to help."

To find out more about the RUCIS scheme, visit the WDC website.