Community and voluntary groups in Gwynedd are being urged to beat the deadline to apply for funding.

Local third sector groups have until Friday 22nd May to apply for grants through four different schemes, in order to support projects which improve the quality of life for local residents and their communities.

Community Support Fund
Over £200,000 is available for communites who want to take a more proactive role in achieving aims within their local areas. Groups can apply for capital grants of up to £20,000 or revenue grants of up to £10,000.

Welsh Church Act Fund
Grants of up to £5,000 are available for registered charities with a portion of the fund also being distributed to local eisteddfodau in the county - each receiving £300.

Emergency Food Aid Fund (funded by the Welsh Government)
Capital grants ot up to £5,000 and revenue grants of up to £4,000 are avaiable for projects aimed at helping the growing number of people facing food poverty.

Warm Spaces Fund (funded by the Welsh Government)
Grants of up to £2,000 are on offer for venues in Gwynedd that provide a welcoming, safe and inclusive warm space for everyone.

Cllr Medwyn Hughes, cabinet member for the community at Cyngor Gwynedd, said: "Cist Gwynedd grants support a variety of projects which strengthen communities throughout the county. This is an opportunity for our residents to make a real difference in their own communities."

To find out more and to apply for funding, visit the Cyngor Gwynedd website or contact Cist Gwynedd on 01286 679 870 or CistGwynedd@gwynedd.llyw.cymru