2 June 2017

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Mid Sussex District Council are offering grants of £250 to help local groups celebrate Silver Sunday this October.

They will be hosting a special Tea Party in East Grinstead on 8 October but it would be great if other local community organisations and groups decide to get involved by holding their own Silver Sunday event or activity.

Silver Sunday was launched in 2012 by The Sir Simon Milton Foundation and Councillor Christabel Flight, after a report discovered more than a third of people over 75 said they were lonely. The aim is to celebrate older residents and to help them get out and about and meet new people.

They are offering grants of up to £250 for any activities held in October that provide an opportunity for older people to try something new, meet new people and have an uplifting day. It could be a tea party, a classic film showing, an informative talk, music or dance performance or simply a healthy walk. Any activity for older people over the age of 65 that’s fun and engaging will be considered.

To apply for a grant simply complete an online grant application www.midsussex.gov.uk/grants and submit it by Friday 23 June 2017.