VOLUNTARY groups, social enterprises, co-operatives and charities in the Waveney area are being offered the chance to apply for a share of a £600,000 pot.

VOLUNTARY groups, social enterprises, co-operatives and charities in the Waveney area are being offered the chance to apply for a share of a £600,000 pot.

For the next three years the Great Yarmouth and Waveney Primary Care Trust will be handing out £200,000 annually through its new small grants programme.

Groups must have a maximum turnover of £100,000 to apply for grant scheme, which has been set up to improve links with local organisations and improve the well being of the population.

The grants programme is being supported by the Waveney Community Forum CVS and Voluntary Norfolk.

To apply for a grant, call 01502 582201.