Basildon Councillor Phil Turner, cabinet member for resources, approving grants totalling £15401 to local voluntary organisations said : "These grants provide a lifeline for many organisations who otherwise would not be able to play the vital role they have in our communities."
"I am proud to be able to take an active part in supporting these hard working and deserving groups and show this council's commitment to helping those who are helping others", he added.
The successful applicants for grants are:
Noah's Ark Pre-School Billericay for the renovation of their playground and outside play area (£1700).
Step By Step Pre-School Billericay for refurbishment of their kitchen area (£1950).
Kent View Pre-School Vange to assist with costs of replacing flooring (£1270).
Vitalise – the organisation which helps provide holidays for disabled Basildon residents (£1795 which helps 5 residents at a cost of £359 per person).
PDSA animal charity for a second fusion pump for their hospital (£445).
West Billericay Community Association for new flooring in their main hall (£2000).
Rainbow pre-school club for new electric wiring (£1316).
Victim Support Essex for training new volunteers (£1544).
Lee Chapel North community organisation for new chairs for their hall (£1200).
The Wick community organisation for a new temperature control system (£2000).
Essex County Scout Council for out door activities (£1000).
Pitsea Mount Community Association for new fencing (£881).
The awards are made three times a year.
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