£100,000 boost for community centres in region

SELECTION of community buildings in Sunderland have been revitalised from a £100,000 funding boost. Fifteen community venues, youth centres and local organisations have benefitted from Neighbourhood Funding to carry out vital improvements.

- DAVID HUNTLEY Reporter [e-mail]

The funding, awarded by Sunderland City Council's West Area Committee, has gone towards enhancements making the buildings safer, more welcoming and sustainable for residents who rely on them. Grindon Young People’s Centre, Plains Farm Youth and Community Centre, Silksworth Youth and Community Centre and Farringdon Youth and Community Centre have all undergone internal refurbishments to create more attractive and functional spaces for community activities.

St Mary and St Peter's Community Project has new UPVC external doors to improve accessibility for all visitors. Veterans In Crisis has modernised its premises by updating heating systems, adding CCTV and energy-saving lighting and carrying out essential roof repairs.

Silksworth Cricket Club has completed preservation works to the clubhouse exterior, upgraded seating areas, and repainted render to enhance its facilities. Pennywell Community Centre has improved its cafe area, making it more user-friendly and accessible, allowing them to extend their partnership work with the North East Autism Society.