Groups and organisations that provide free activities for kids during the school holidays have been offered a financial Easter Egg by Farnham Town Council.

But would-be applicants need to get hopping, as community organisations have less than a fortnight to make their grant request to FTC.

The council has decided to run the “hugely popular” initiative for a second year as part of its commitment to supporting younger people in Farnham.

The purpose of the scheme is to ensure that youngsters, particular those from families which are struggling financially, have access to engaging and fun activities during school breaks.

“Supporting younger people is a priority for this council,” said FTC leader, Councillor Graham White.

“Last year, the funding successfully benefited hundreds of young people across Farnham, helping them stay active, occupied, and safe during the school holidays.”

Local organisations were awarded grants totalling £20,000 during 2024/25 to run a wide range of activities from sports and art sessions to educational workshop.

Beneficiaries included 40 Degreez, Hale Community Centre, The Chantrys, Bethel Baptist Church and the Rural Life Living Museum in Tilford.

The latter ran free Inventors and Makers workshops which included science-related activities, trails and arts and crafts during February.

Community organisations have until 12 noon on March 17 to submit their grant application.

One-off events will not be funded, and applications should not exceed £4,000, for more details and to apply, visit www.farnham.gov.uk/grants.

Meanwhile, Farnham’s musically-minded mayor will also raise some notes for charity next week as he’s performing at St Thomas-on-The Bourne for Christian Aid.

Cllr Brodie Mauluka will give a recital of guitar music, covering an eclectic mix from jazz to reggae, from midday next Tuesday (March 18).

His performance is part of the Midday Music for Christian Aid programme.