Good causes in South Lanarkshire to benefit from Co-op Community Fund

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Good causes in South Lanarkshire are set to share vital funds this year as the Co-op welcomes the latest causes to its Local Community Fund.Six local causes, including Food For Scotland Project, Kirkmuirhill and Blackwood Men’s Shed and Stonehouse Scout & Guide Hall, are set to receive a grant to help them deliver local projects in their community.

Thanks to Co-op members, over £84m has been raised for over 25,000 causes since 2016, by choosing Co-op branded products and services.

The Lanarkshire Live app is available to download now. Get all the news from your area – as well as features, entertainment, sport and the latest on Lanarkshire’s recovery from the coronavirus pandemic – straight to your fingertips, 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories, and allows you to customise your page to the sections that matter most to you.Head to the App Store and never miss a beat in Lanarkshire - iOS - Android Members are encouraged to pick a local cause to support each year in their community that are supporting access to food, mental wellbeing support or opportunities for young people, helping to build stronger, more resilient communities across the UK.Highlighting the importance of Co-op’s Local Community Fund, research from the Charity Commission COVID-19 survey shows that two thirds (62 per cent) of charities anticipate a threat to their financial position in the next 12 months.With a third (34 per cent) expecting to generate less revenue from fundraising and donations this year.Rebecca Birkbeck from the Co-op said: “We know that this year is going to be another incredibly challenging year for local causes and communities.