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Grantham College receives £1,887 funding for sports project supporting young adults




Nearly £2,000 of funding will help a town college offer young adults with disabilities vital physical and social opportunities.

Grantham College has secured £1,887 of National Lottery funding from Sport England’s Movement Fund to support the 'Let’s Move Project.'

The initiative will involve clients of the Day Break Centre, offering young adults with learning and physical disabilities adapted sports.

Local sports facilities have partnered with Grantham College to offer adapted sports. Photo: Grantham College
Local sports facilities have partnered with Grantham College to offer adapted sports. Photo: Grantham College

Local facilities such as the tennis and squash clubs, along with the Belvoir Cricket and Countryside Trust, have partnered with the project to provide accessible sports opportunities.

Sarah, from Grantham College, said: “We are delighted to have secured this investment.

“Our clients at the Day Break Centre have enjoyed a variety of sessions.”

The ‘Let’s Move Project’ aims to enhance physical and mental well-being. Photo: Grantham College
The ‘Let’s Move Project’ aims to enhance physical and mental well-being. Photo: Grantham College

“It is making a noticeable impact on many clients’ confidence.”

The funding from Sport England’s Movement Fund will allow the project to expand and provide local young adults with vital physical and social opportunities.

The project aims to enhance well-being by promoting communication and teamwork.

Grantham College secures funding to offer sports sessions to local young adults. Photo: Grantham College
Grantham College secures funding to offer sports sessions to local young adults. Photo: Grantham College
Funding supports sports project for young adults with learning and physical disabilities. Photo: Grantham College
Funding supports sports project for young adults with learning and physical disabilities. Photo: Grantham College
The new initiative helps young adults improve confidence and communication skills. Photo: Grantham College
The new initiative helps young adults improve confidence and communication skills. Photo: Grantham College

The sessions help participants improve their confidence and social skills while fostering better interactions.



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