Sleaford Town Councillors donate their allowances to local charities
FOR the second year running, Sleaford Town Councillors have donated their allowances to a charitable fund.
The majority of councillors did not take their allowance in 2012/13 and agreed the amount should be placed in the Sleaford Town Fund, with a sum of just over £6,000 donated.
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The Fund was established in 2012 and awards small grants to local individuals and organisations. It is administered by the Lincolnshire Community Foundation.
Town Council clerk, Shelagh McIntyre, said: "This Fund helps groups and individuals in so many small but significant ways – it helps to make a difference."
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In the last round of grant awards for 2012/13, awards were made to The Junction – New Life Church; the Sleaford Sports Association; Alternatives Pregnancy Advice; The Sleaford Town Museum Trust; Mareham Pastures; Sleaford Concert Band; The White Heather Club and the 1st Sleaford Girls Brigade.
Foundation director, Gordon Hunter, said: "I am full of admiration for Sleaford's Town Councillors.
"Set against a climate of bankers' bonuses, service cuts and benefits scrutiny, they have made a selfless sacrifice by donating their expenses to the public good.
"Lots of grassroots groups and needy individuals will be better off as a direct result."
Details of the Sleaford Town Fund can be obtained from the Community Foundation Grants Manager at 4 Mill House, Carre Street, NG34 7TW.
Enquiries can be made by calling 01529 305825 or by email sue.lincolnshire@btconnect.com.
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