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Leader Live
08-06-2025
- General
- Leader Live
Community litter pick held in Plas Madoc in Wrexham
Organised by We Are Plas Madoc and AVOW, the event took place on June 3 and saw pupils from Ysgol Rhosymedre join forces with residents and local leaders to help clean up and improve their neighbourhood. Paul Blackwell, community councillor, said: "It was a real privilege to be invited to take part in today's litter pick in Plas Madoc. "I was incredibly impressed by the enthusiasm of the young people from Ysgol Rhosymedre and the care and effort everyone brought to the task. "I would like to personally commend Donna Jordan, who continues to demonstrate outstanding commitment to this community. "Through her work with We Are Plas Madoc, she's helping to create not just a cleaner environment, but a stronger and more connected one too. "Her passion and professionalism are making a real difference, and it's a pleasure to support initiatives like this." The event was led by Donna Jordan, community development officer with We Are Plas Madoc. READ MORE: Farmers union of Wales shares the importance of dairy as part of World Milk Day She said: "This litter pick was about more than just tidying up – it was about showing how much we all care for Plas Madoc. "Seeing so many volunteers, especially the young ones, give their time and energy today was truly inspiring. "During Volunteers' Week, it's humbling to witness the spirit of giving back in action. "These moments remind us that real change happens when people come together – no matter how big or small the act. "I'm so proud to be part of a community that steps up for one another, and I want to thank every single person who made today possible. "You're the heart of what we do at We Are Plas Madoc."
Leader Live
24-05-2025
- Business
- Leader Live
Wrexham communities to benefit from £300,000 funding boost
The extra money for voluntary groups aims to transform the area with new projects and initiatives designed to benefit the community. The money comes as part of the Wrexham Prosperous Communities Fund, managed by the regeneration agency Cadwyn Clwyd and AVOW, the Association of Voluntary Organisations in Wrexham. The fund has already given a half a million pounds boost to local projects across the town. A second run of the scheme is now open, and voluntary and community organisations can apply for a slice of the fund until June 26. Previously, 28 community groups and organisations across the county benefited from stage one of the Prosperous Communities Fund. The new stage increases the fund's total contribution to £800,000. This fund is part of a broader suite of schemes managed by Wrexham County Borough Council and is funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. Projects that secured grants from the first phase included a toddler play area in Rossett which received £38,000, and the Plas Kynaston sports facility in Cefn Mawr, which received £47,000. Other grants include £6,000 for a Nordic walking group in Erddig and £7,600 for the Mindful Meadow in Chirk. There will be grants of up to £50,000 in revenue and £35,000 in capital for voluntary and community groups, community councils, charities, social enterprises, and cooperatives. Cadwyn Clwyd's community enterprise manager, Helen Williams, said: "There was a fantastic response to the first phase of the funding so we are delighted to be able to offer local communities a second chance to apply. "There were so many really positive proposals for projects to benefit local communities across Wrexham first time around and we're sure that this second opportunity will see a similar response." Suggestions for fund applications include renovating village halls or sports facilities, developing green spaces and gardens, arts or crafts projects, or even starting a local renewable energy generation scheme. The scheme is administered in partnership with Jo Young, the funding and grants officer at AVOW. READ MORE: British households still 'saddled with highest energy bills in developed world' Ms Young said: "The first phase was extremely popular with excellent outcomes for communities throughout Wrexham County Borough and we're delighted to have a second helping available. "This provides another chance for local groups to take advantage of this funding to transform and enhance their services and environments and provide modern and imaginative facilities for their communities." However, Ms Young warns that applicants will have to be ready to kick off with their projects as this time there is a short window for the scheme that runs until January 31. For further details, interested applicants can contact Ms Williams at Cadwyn Clwyd on 01490 340500 or by email at
