A school club that helps to feed children before and after lessons has received a boost from Central England Co-op.
Orchard Out of School Club, Kirkby, has received £1,211 to pay for equipment to get the youngsters safely to and from home, such as high-viz vests.

Andrea Simpson, manager of Orchard Extras, said: “We have always tried to shop local and use the Central England Co-op store on Chapel Street, Kirkby.

“The generous support in the form of vouchers for use in store will help us provide breakfast and afternoon snacks, while the cash will pay for items associated with the move to our new venue — all for the benefit of local children and families.”

Central England Co-op handed out more than £170,000 to 136 charities and good causes as part of its Community Dividend Fund during 2021 to help support access to food, health and wellbeing, inclusion and the environment.

Jim Watts, society secretary, said: “I urge all members to put forward a community cause close to their heart for the

Community Dividend Fund scheme during the coming 12 months.”

People can find out the full criteria and how to apply for funding by visiting https://www.centralengland.coop/community