Funding to Support Vulnerable Young People

Posted on April 10, 2015

Buttle UK, a UK charity that helps vulnerable young children, has announced that its grant making programmes are currently open for applications. Funding is available through the Small Grants programme; the School Fees programme and Support for Young People programme.

The small grants programme provides funding for essential items to children and young people whose health, safety and well-being are at risk; the School Fees programme provides support to transforms the lives of vulnerable children (aged 11 and over) by funding places at schools with a safe and supportive environment; and the Support for Young People programme provides tailored funding packages of up to £2,000 available for young people aged 16-20.

For further information please visit Buttle Uk’s website or call CVS Falkirk and speak with Tariq or Claire on 01324 692000, alternatively you can email: info@cvsfalkirk.org.uk

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