National Grid offering boost for Nottinghamshire groups helping people find skilled jobs
An electricity distribution company is offering shares of a £250,000 fund for skill-building initiatives.
National Grid Electricity Distribution is to give grants of up to £5,000 from it’s Community Matters Fund, to groups in Nottinghamshire helping people find skilled jobs.
The company aims to support initiatives that develop practical skills and improve work prospects for 16 to 25-year-olds not in full-time education, people with disabilities or health conditions, ethnic minorities, people returning to work after a long absence, armed forces veterans, and ex-offenders.
Registered charities or non-profit groups can submit applications until Wednesday, April 23, via the Localgiving website.
Ellie Patey, community engagement manager, said: “We want to hear from charities and groups in the Nottinghamshire addressing the widening skills gap who can provide pathways to stable and sustainable employment for people furthest from the jobs market.
“There’s huge potential to increase skills and support young people and underrepresented groups, and that’s why we’re committed to unlocking this untapped talent through our latest £250,000 Community Matters Fund.”
The company has a focus on organisations which offer work experience, placements and professional accreditation programmes, those which develop skills in construction, mechanics, plumbing, electrical work, agriculture, health and social care, as well as programmes boosting employability through CV masterclasses, workshops and interview coaching.
