Global Village Legacy Fund 2023/2024 - Round 2

Merthyr Tydfil Global Village was set up in 2005 to raise awareness of and celebrate the cultural diversity of Merthyr Tydfil. Using art and creative projects the team worked tirelessly to develop an annual festival dedicated to bringing cultures together and educating people about Merthyr Tydfil’s diverse roots.

Bids are invited for arts-based projects that align with the spirit of Merthyr Tydfil Global Village Projects should celebrate and raise awareness of the diversity of Merthyr Tydfil. Projects can include workshops, educational activities, dance, music, crafts and food etc to support and promote community cohesion within Merthyr Tydfil, leading up to a celebratory event or be used for a multicultural event in themselves.

Maximum award of up to £1500

Closing date – 12 noon on 14th October 2023

All funding must be spent by 30th August 2024

For an application form and guidance, please contact karen.vowles@vamt.net

Cancer Aid Merthyr Tydfil - Can You Help Us? We need your views!

If you, or someone you love has been diagnosed with cancer in the last 3 years, and you would like to shape what support is available in the short and long term, giving 2 minutes of your time can REALLY make a difference.

Please complete the survey and share with friends and family to help us reach as many Merthyr residents as possible. (If you’ve already completed a survey by text or in person at the centre then no need to complete the online version)

Every opinion matters and helps us plan for the future.

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