The Community Fund is created by members of The Co-operative Group who elect to donate all, or part of their twice-yearly dividend payments directly to the scheme. The funds are then shared with local community projects and groups, such as the 1st Shinfield Road Brownies, across the country.
Claire Atcheson, Leader of the 1st Shinfield Road Brownies said: “The Brownie programme provides girls, aged seven to ten, with the opportunity to develop their confidence, self esteem, teamwork and leadership skills, as well as trying activities that they otherwise might not get the opportunity to try. Thanks to this generous grant from The Co-operative we are all looking forward to an exciting and adventurous weekend away.”