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Homelessness groups biggest winners in £2.3m funding deal
Voluntary organisations in Edinburgh are sharing in a £2.3 million funding package from the Scottish Executive.The funding will provide a major boost to groups dealing with issues ranging from tackling homelessness and domestic violence to supporting refugees.
Thirty-four voluntary organisations across the country will receive the grants, announced by Social Justice Minister Iain Gray, with the largest share of the cash being used for homelessness groups.
Edinburgh-based groups to benefit include the Bethany Christian Trust which has received £33,000 to provide social and pre-employment training for homeless people in a care context.
Full story at the Edinburgh Evening News.
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