NORTH WALES Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Andy Dunbobbin has revealed the final list of successful applicants from his Summer Sports Fund, which comprises 26 organisations from right across the six counties of North Wales.

The fund was originally launched in early June with the aim of encouraging clubs and youth organisations to apply for a grant to pay for sporting activities throughout the summer break.

The Commissioner allocated £25,000 to support the projects with the focus being on empowering and developing children and young people and combating anti-social behaviour.

ASB can often spike over the summer months and the aim of the project is that by keeping children and young people occupied in a positive way, we can promote teamwork, exercise, and a fun and inclusive atmosphere for everyone.

The full list of clubs awarded a grant from the Summer Soccer Fund, the name of the project and where it will take place is as follows:

Denbighshire

  • Rhyl Rugby Under 9s and U-11s – Summer Rugby School

North Wales-wide

  • Wales and West Housing Association– Pop-up Play

North Wales Police and Crime Commissioner Andy Dunbobbin said: “I am delighted to have awarded funding to clubs and groups right across our region.

“I was really pleased by the response to my Summer Sports Fund and impressed by the dedication and commitment these clubs have for sport and the community involvement they all showed.

“As PCC for North Wales, my focus is on supporting our communities and providing opportunities for young people, while also helping to reduce the potential for ASB.

"Last year I launched a Summer Soccer Fund focussed on football, which saw enormous success and, this year, I was keen to extend the scheme to a wider variety of sports to make it as inclusive as possible for young people.

“This year’s Summer Sports Fund is an excellent way to reduce the potential for anti-social behaviour by giving clubs and organisations the platform to host worthwhile activities for young people, in turn fostering a safe and accepting environment for all.

“With the holidays starting and the Paris Olympics just around the corner, I’m looking forward to seeing these exciting Summer Sports Fund activities underway over the summer and to seeing the fun and joy they bring to young people from across North Wales."