THREE community groups have won a share of £2,000 in a unique Dragon’s Den event.
Wilmslow and District Rotary Club is keen to support projects that help to make a difference.
Local charity Time Out was awarded first prize of £1,100 to fund a singing teacher for a multi-media project.
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Musical youth theatre Tempo was presented with £450 towards their forthcoming production of Oklahoma in March next year.
Wilmslow Youth on Chapel Lane was given £450 to support their work with young people.
Each group was invited to showcase their projects at a presentation attended by Rotarians, families and friends.
Instead of pitching ideas to multi million pound investors, like budding entrepreneurs on the TV show Dragon’s Den, they simply had to explain what they would do with the money up for grabs.
The event was organised by rotarian Niamh Murphy and A'dell Harper, vice president.
Secretary Ian Bradley said: “This is the first time we’ve done a Dragon’s Den and it was a huge success.
“They all had great ideas and stories to tell.
“Tempo are facing rising costs so we want to help them put on their next production.
“Wilmslow Youth have an increasing number of young people who need support.
“Time Out are developing a special multi media project and need a music tutor.
“Music can appeal to so many people in a whole variety of ways and we can make this happen.”
Award-winning Tempo is an amateur musical theatre group for children aged up to 18.
It gives them the chance to work with experienced directors and musicians,
Wilmslow Youth is a charity for young people aged 11-18 years old.
This drop-in centre offers a youth cafe, groups, workshops and counselling services and everything is free.
All the activities support youngsters and help build their confidence.
The Rotary Club, which recently celebrated its 86th birthday, raises funds throughout the year for local charities and international organisations.
Members have supported humanitarian projects in Ukraine and disaster appeals in Morocco and Libya.
Rotarians are currently preparing to visit streets across Wilmslow and Heald Green with their much-loved Santa float, their major fundraising effort.
“The looks on kids’ faces is wonderful,” said Ian.
“When we are collecting, people tell us that they can remember coming out as a child to see Santa.
“That’s the fun part. Kids love it.
“People can see that the money we raise can make a positive impact on the local community.”
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