Watford Workshop, a pioneering organisation dedicated to empowering individuals with disabilities, has been awarded a £20,000 Neighbourhood Grant from Watford Borough Council...
The charity has been providing employment, training, and support for people with disabilities and learning difficulties for almost 60 years, and this grant will be instrumental in the creation of a new mezzanine level, expanding the workshop's floor space by a third.
The expansion will also enable the organisation to recruit and train approximately 20 more individuals with disabilities each year, providing them with essential work and life skills. Without this additional space, many of these individuals would be at risk of slipping through the cracks and missing out on the chance to pursue their ambitions through the career opportunities provided by the workshop.
Linda McIntyre, CEO at Watford Workshop said: "We believe that every individual, regardless of their abilities, deserves the opportunity to shine. With the support of the Neighbourhood Grant from the council, we're not just expanding our facilities; we're expanding opportunities and transforming lives."
Elected Mayor of Watford, Peter Taylor, said: “We are proud to support Watford Workshop in their efforts to empower individuals with disabilities. This grant will enhance the workshop's capacity, and make a meaningful difference to the lives of the people who are supported by the workshop. They have been an integral part of our town for decades. I’m pleased to see that this grant will provide even more employment and training opportunities.”
The next round of funding for the Neighbourhood Grant is now open. To find out more, including this year’s projects, please visit www.watford.gov.uk/community. The programme funded by the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) from developers of new housing, operates annually to mitigate the effects of development and enhance the local community's sustainable growth.
