House builder’s community fund gives summer holiday boost to South Tyneside children
A South Tyneside community hub has received a boost from a North East house builder.
Children indulging in summer fun and games are being given food for thought and a sporting chance all in one after a house builder gave a South Tyneside club a cash boost.
They will benefit from added outdoor activities mixed with healthy grub when they take part in sports and fitness sessions at the South Shields and Westoe Club, in South Shields.
It comes courtesy of a £1,000 grant award from Miller Homes North East through its Community Fund, which dishes out awards of between £250 and £2,000.
The fund focuses on initiatives that offer education, promote wellbeing, enhance the environment and encourage participation in sport and community activities.
Miller Homes said the club’s application was recognised by fund’s managers for reflecting a shared vision.
It said this was to create better places where people can prosper and for its commitment to enhancing the local community.
A healthy summer
Gail Elliot, manager of the sports club, said she was “incredibly grateful” for the grant, which would help to deliver a summer holiday activity programme.
In all, up to 50 youngsters will benefit through six weeks of fun and structured activities in a safe and welcoming environment.
She added: “Throughout the summer, children will take part in a wide range of sports and fitness sessions.
“This includes dodgeball, bowling, padel, batting drills and fitness circuits, alongside games and tournaments that encourage teamwork, confidence and physical activity..
“They will also enjoy healthy meals and fruit each day to help promote positive eating habits.
“A real highlight of the programme is our partnership with Nourish Food School, which will provide cooking sessions three times a week.
“Every child attending the programme will have the opportunity to learn practical cooking skills, helping them build confidence in preparing healthy meals while developing an important life skill.”
‘We look forward to seeing the positive impact’
Lauren Angus, sales director at Miller Homes North East, said she was delighted to support the sports facility.
She said: “As a long-established community hub, the club plays an important role in bringing people together through sport while promoting health, wellbeing and participation across all ages.
“Its commitment to supporting local residents aligns perfectly with our aim of creating thriving communities, and we look forward to seeing the positive impact this funding will have.”