The Open Fund, which has been running since 2009, is now accepting bids for the spring round of this year’s funding.

Groups within Charnwood are able to make bids of up to £750, and further information on the Community Donations Fund, including application forms, can be found at www.lboro.ac.uk/services/community/donations-fund.

Bids for the Open Fund are live from 7 March and can be submitted until 26 March by emailing completed forms to Jessica Metson (j.metson@lboro.ac.uk).