£330k funding boost for shining Stars to carry out vital work

The future of a lifeline Paisley charity has been secured thanks to a bumper £330k funding boost.

- EDEL KENEALY

The Star Project - which works to build resilience and supportive communities amidst the ongoing cost-of-living crisis - has been awarded £327,000 from The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF).

The money will be used to help cover the running costs of the Wallace Street charity over the next five years as it continues to support hundreds of local families.

Sharon McAulay, chief executive of Star Project, said; "We are absolutely delighted that TNLCF Scotland have chosen to continue supporting our work over the next five years.

"Their Fairer Life Chances award is towards our running costs, salaries and utilities, which have all increased due to the cost-of-living crisis.

"Core funding, such as this, is vital for us to continue being responsive to the needs of our community.