Veolia grants boost fifteen Telford community groups
Fifteen community groups across Telford and Wrekin have shared a windfall of more than £14,000 thanks to the latest round of Veolia’s EnviroGrant scheme.
The initiative is run alongside Telford & Wrekin Council and provides funding for projects that improve the local environment or support the community.
Representatives gathered at Randlay Community Centre on Friday to receive their awards from Councillor Carolyn Healy, Veolia Regional Director Jeff Sears, and the Mayor of Telford & Wrekin, Councillor Eileen Callear.
Since the waste contract began in 2014, the scheme has handed out more than £178,000 to 208 different projects across the borough.
Telford Community Basketball CIC was among the successful applicants, securing money for their Hoops for Health project which uses sport to improve wellbeing for young people.
Other groups receiving a share of the funding included Telford Repair Cafe, Edgmond Wildlife Group, and Newport First Responders.
Carolyn Healy, Cabinet Member for Neighbourhoods, Planning & Sustainability, said: “The longstanding partnership between Telford & Wrekin Council and Veolia continues to deliver meaningful benefits for our borough.
“EnviroGrant plays an important role in enabling local organisations to enhance their communities and natural environment, and the range of projects recognised this year reflects the dedication and ambition of our residents. We greatly value this collaborative relationship, which supports our shared commitment to fostering resilient, sustainable and thriving neighbourhoods.”
Dr Hezron Ottey, founder of Telford Community Basketball CIC, said: “This support allows us to expand access, strengthen wellbeing activities, and reach even more families and young people across Telford and Wrekin.”
Jeff Sears, Regional Director for Veolia, said: “Empowering local people to support nature and enhance our communities aligns with Veolia’s purpose of ecological transformation and is a reflection of our commitment to both the planet and the communities we serve. Small grants go a long way in the right hands, and we’ve heard from groups today that have shown us how dedicated they are to making a difference.”
