Charities awarded £427k by Channel Islands Lottery

The funding will help local communities thrive and grow, bosses say

The Channel Islands Lottery has awarded more than £427,000 to projects and organisations that support islanders' mental and physical wellbeing.

The grants, ranging from £2,000 to £130,000, were awarded in 2024 to support physical activities and support networks.

In Guernsey, a total of £191,000 was awarded thanks to grants and funding from the Social Investment Fund Guernsey (SIF), supported by the lottery.

In Jersey, a total of £236,059 was distributed by the Association of Jersey Charities and the Jersey Community Foundation.

'Communities thrive'

Jon Taylor, head of the lottery, said: "Across the Channel Islands, charitable organisations and individuals are working to improve the wellbeing of their communities and we're proud to be able to support them through the Channel Islands Lottery.

"By providing funding and grants for projects that enhance the mental and physical health of people of all ages we are ensuring that our local communities thrive and grow despite often challenging times."

Among the projects and organisations to get funds were:

• St John Guernsey - £130,000 to fund management salaries for three years

• Guernsey Sports Commission in partnership with Up Climbing - £10,000 of funding to launch a community climbing project to benefit young children and individuals with special educational needs

• Alderney Rugby Football Union Club - Safeguarding, police checks, coaching, travel, insurance and equipment costs totalling £5,000#

• Jersey Bowling Club - £20,000 to improve facilities and diversify membership

• Dementia Jersey - £10,090 to support weekly art groups for people with dementia