A project that offers young people aged 11-18 the chance to turn a passion into a reality, is now inviting submissions.

Applicants are encouraged to apply to Telford & Wrekin Council’s Make a Change project and use it as a platform to raise awareness for something they feel passionate about.

Those that are successful are given up to £2,000 to turn projects into reality.

A confidence boost and a sense of accomplishment are just some of the positive experiences applicants can expect as part of the scheme.

The criteria for projects should either improve people’s mental health or make where people live, cleaner or greener.

The scheme is funded through the Council’s Building Safer & Stronger Communities project and in part by the West Mercia Police and Crime Commissioner, John Campion and the government’s UK Shared Prosperity Fund.

Make a Change launched in 2023 and among winning ideas was one put forward by Dawley Youth Club to set up a mental health project with the support of Telford Mind.

The closing date for applications is Friday 2 May and to apply or for more support with an application visit telford.gov.uk/makeachange