Community groups, voluntary organisations and charities in Essex are invited to apply for financial aid through Saffron Building Society's Community Fund scheme.
Eligible organisations can apply at www.saffronbs.co.uk/about/community/our-community-fund.
Applications can be submitted until 5pm on Saturday, December 6.
The fund is organised in partnership with the Essex Community Foundation.
Saffron Building Society's community business partner Claire Hunnable said: "Local groups can be overlooked when finances and times are tough, but we’re here to support them.
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"We encourage community groups and causes to submit their applications early so they can make the most of this funding opportunity.
"If anyone knows of a group that could benefit, please pass on the information to them."
Applications will also be accepted from Suffolk and Hertfordshire.
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