A Lichfield youth organisation is celebrating after being given a donation of almost £900.
The money was handed over to Lichfield Christian Church Youth Group by the Police and Crime Commissioner’s People Power Fund and will be used to help provide activities to help reduce anti-social behaviour.
Mr Ellis said: “The youth club offers a way for young people to keep off the streets by making new friends and being part of the community.
“It is important to engage with young people which mean we can intervene early to tackle the problem of anti-social behaviour.”
The £887 will be put to good use, according to youth group leader Jeff Fry.
He said: “Lichfield Christian Church is grateful for the money provided from the People Power Fund. It has enabled us to purchase games equipment and fund events such as family Christmas parties and litter picks.
“We can see how the youth group has given youngsters a safe environment for physical exercise, helped relieve boredom and given them a welcome break from what can sometimes be hours of sitting inside.
“The faith talks have challenged them to consider what kinds of values they want to integrate into their lives and the money we have received has given the older youths the opportunity to volunteer at the youth group to go towards their Duke of Edinburgh award.”
