UNSUNG heroes making a difference across Wellington and Taunton are being urged to step forward for a groundbreaking new scheme offering free support from local leisure facilities.
Everyone Active, which runs Wellington Sports Centre, Blackbrook Leisure Centre and Spa, Wellsprings Leisure Centre, Taunton Swimming Pool, and Vivary Golf and Adventure Centre, in partnership with Somerset Council, wants to support projects which are tackling local issues and changing lives.
The award-winning operator is due to launch its Community Champions scheme on Thursday, May 1, with the aim of building stronger communities and recognising the dedication of those who go above and beyond.
People involved in mentoring, promoting health and wellbeing, supporting inclusivity or leading environmental or cultural projects are being encouraged to apply. It can be a charitable initiative or a project that is small or targeted.
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Successful applicants will secure valuable use of facilities within their local leisure centres, to help them carry out these projects. Those selected for the Community Champions scheme are also in with a chance of being shortlisted for the Champions Awards in autumn of this year.
Mark Washington, Everyone Active’s contract manager, said: “We are hugely excited to launch the Community Champions scheme, which we hope will make a real difference in Wellington and Taunton.
“We want to highlight the work of everyday heroes who are changing people’s lives and inspiring others to make a positive impact in their communities.
“We encourage local people, community projects and charitable initiatives to get their applications in so we can support the fantastic work that you do.”
Everyone Active also runs the Sporting Champions scheme, which empowers aspiring athletes to achieve their full potential through access to state-of-the-art training facilities and invaluable mentoring support from Olympians and Paralympians.
Applications for Community Champions open on May 1, and close on June 12 and can be submitted via www.ea-champions.com