The scheme is open to all schools, registered charities and not-for-profit organisations. It provides grants of up to £1500 to local projects support to children, young people or families from across the whole of Scotland.

We would encourage all groups and projects that support children and young people with a stronger start in life to apply. A wide range of projects fit the bill – improving school playgrounds, growing and food projects, outdoor play and purchasing kit for healthy activities.

Tesco Stronger Starts is administered by Groundwork who are working with our team at greenspace scotland to support applicants and successful projects in Scotland. If you need help applying then don’t hesitate to contact your local Community Enabler, details below.

How does Stronger Starts work?

Stronger Starts is open to charities and community organisations to apply for a grant of up to £1,500 via an on-line application form. Every three months, three projects are selected to be in the blue token customer vote in Tesco stores throughout the UK.

What types of projects will Stronger Starts fund?

Applications are open to all local good causes that support children, young people and families. Examples include:

• School Breakfast clubs
• Holiday clubs
• Play areas
• Food banks
• Counselling and support services for children
• Equipment or non-statutory services for nurseries or schools e.g. forest schools, library books
• Equipment for Brownie, Guide or Scout Groups e.g. camping equipment, badges
• Services or equipment to support children and young people’s health
• Equipment/kit for youth sports teams

This is not an exhaustive list and other project ideas also welcomed.

Nominate and support a local project that matters to you

If you are a Tesco customer or colleague, you can also nominate an organisation or project that supports children, young people or families. They will be contacted and if they are eligible for funding, we will encourage them to apply.