COMMUNITY groups in South Craven could receive grant aid.

Skipton Building Society is launching its annual Grassroots Giving scheme.

The initiative is in its third year and to date has distributed a total of £160,500 to more than 300 groups.

A fete for society employees is being held tomorrow (Apr 24) to celebrate the launch of this year’s awards.

Spokesman Roy Prenton said: “Grassroots Giving is all about helping the small community groups which would not normally gain any financial support."

“Applications for this year open on May 1 and I urge all such groups in the Craven area to take a look at the scheme.”

Visit skiptongrg.co.uk for more details.