Community projects across Great Britain can apply for a share of over £4m raised by players of People’s Postcode Lottery.

Charities and community groups are eligible to apply for the grants of between £500 and £20,000. Applications are now open and will close on 28 August.

The funding will be allocated through one of three trusts. People’s Postcode Trust seeks applications for projects that focus on the prevention of poverty, promotion of human rights, equal rights and conflict resolution for some of society’s most vulnerable groups.

Postcode Local Trust supports wildlife, sustainability, play areas and green spaces, and Postcode Community Trust focuses on grass-roots sports, arts, recreation and healthy living programmes.

A minimum of 30 per cent of PPL funds are awarded directly to charities, and the lottery has raised more than £221.2m for good causes to date. Over 400 projects were awarded with grants in the last funding round.

People’s Postcode Lottery head of charities Clara Govier said the funding will have a “tremendous impact” in local communities.

“Between the three trusts, a very wide range of causes are supported, so I’d urge groups to have a look at the websites to see where their project fits – no matter how big or small – and get applying.”

For more information and to apply, visit the trusts’ website.

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