Somerset Motor Project
Grant: Millfield Students’ Community Fund, £647
Project: To purchase safety clothing and equipment for adult clients

Background: Based in Glastonbury this charity provides car mechanic training for different age groups of people who have particular difficulties, such as exclusion from school, registered at risk, offenders and other special needs. Many young people achieve NVQ’s through the scheme and others gain in confidence, self-esteem and skills, often helping them to move on in their life.

The grant paid for equipment and clothing. Many of the adult members who attend the Motor Project have learning difficulties or are suffering from mental and physical health problems, but by coming to the group they are able to gain in confidence and use new skills, often returning back to a work, most importantly though, are the friendships they develop and the supportive environment that they receive.

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