THE deadline for Chard and Ilminster's community groups to apply for grants is fast approaching.

Somerset Community Foundation is looking for applications from small voluntary groups supporting disadvantaged people and the communities they live in.

A spokesperson from SCF said: "We can award grants for most types of community activity or project, including core costs, run by local organisations."

The closing deadline for applications is Monday, December 7.

For more information, contact Jocelyn Blacker on 01749 344949, or visit the Somerset Community Foundation website at http://somersetcf.org.uk/apply-for-a-grant/foundation-grants.