Hudson Hirsel Trust Funds recently presented the June round of awards. Hudson Hirsel established a Trust Fund to benefit the community of Coldstream to the value of £200,000 back in April 2016 and have donated £30,000 to date.
The Trust aims to support the local community by aiding recreational activities such as participation in sport, promotion of the arts, culture, heritage, education, environmental improvements and charitable initiatives or provide a community benefit.
The third round of applications were accepted in June and awards made in July.
The local groups awarded grants are:
- Coldstream Bowling Club for Junior bowls sets for primary school children and new umpire kit
- Borders Buzz to promote inclusion and opportunities for people with learning disabilities
- Coldstream Men’s Shed to adapt premises and provide equipment
The grants are awarded on a twice yearly basis with the round of applications being accepted later this year.
Full details are on our website https://www.hudsonhirsel.com/hudson-hirsel-trust-fund/ or on the Coldstream Community Website www.coldstream.co
