WESSEX Water, in partnership with Somerset Community Foundation, is offering financial support to grassroots groups that bring people together in the county.

Grants of up to £1,500 are available to organisations that build cohesion in communities, with priority given to smaller groups which work in areas of financial deprivation or rural isolation – and/or work to raise awareness of drinking water for healthy living or saving water.

The deadline for applications is November 9. Groups which would like to apply for funding should visit www.somersetcf.org.uk/wessexwater or call Somerset Community Foundation on 01749 344949 for more information.