£8,750 boost for charity project

Jun 27 2008 by Barry Ellams, Chester Chronicle

CHESTER-based charity, The Bren Project has received a cheque for £8,750 from the St James’s Place Foundation towards project work.

The Bren Project provides tailored, one-to-one supported work experience placements for people with learning disabilities.

The charity initially secured funding from a wide range of sources to run for an initial 12 months and this latest contribution from the St James’s Place Foundation will help with the second year project costs.

Peter Sackett, Bren Project’s charity manager said: “The charity offers people the chance to experience the real workplace in a supportive and encouraging environment.

“It’s very difficult for people with learning disabilities to get a foot on the ladder with employers and our projects give people the chance to show what they can achieve.”

Anyone interested in finding out more about the Bren Project can contact Peter on 01244 313473 or visit their website at www.brenproject.org.uk