We’re delighted to announce that the funds raised by Town Mayor, Cllr John Roberts, during the 2024/25 Civic Year have been allocated to several fantastic local groups and projects. These groups have been personally chosen by Cllr Roberts through his work as Mayor and are endorsed by the charity trustees.

This is part of a new approach to fundraising, where the Town Mayor will focus on supporting one leading charity each year, alongside the Flitwick Town Mayor’s Charity.

This year, the Mayor is raising funds for Citizens Advice Mid Bedfordshire, as well as supporting local causes through the Town Mayor’s Community Grants programme.

We know there are lots of brilliant organisations in Flitwick doing great work. There will likely be a chance to apply for grants from the Town Mayor’s Community Fund at the end of this financial year.

Girlguiding Flitwick – Hetley House Maintenance Project – £500

Flitwick Car Show – 2025 Flitwick Car Show £500

Flitwick Scout Group – Scout Hut Extension £500

Flitwick & Ampthill Sea Cadets – Heating Appeal £500

Stepping Stones (Luton) – Contribution to running costs – £500

The Friends of Kingsmoor Lower School – New audiovisual system for the school hall £500

Templefield Lower School PTA – Rainbow Room Project £500

Flitwick Lower School Association – Courtyard Project £500

Flitwick Bowls Club – Grounds & Clubhouse Maintenance £300

Flitwick Village Hall – Wi-Fi Network Access (SIM card costs) £250

Respite at Home Volunteers – Contribution to running costs £250

Flitwick Town Lands Charity – Contribution to Relief in Need grants £250

Flitwick WI – Contribution to running costs £250

Linus Udofia – ‘Bringing Boxing to Flitwick’ event £200

In total, Cllr Roberts has awarded £5,500 in Community Grants, alongside £3,352.57 donated to Keech Hospice Care, bringing the overall fundraising total for 2024/25 to a brilliant £8,852.57.

Thank you to everyone who contributed to this fantastic total.  Your support continues to make a real difference in Flitwick. A special mention to Flitwick resident Mark Rankine, who raised over £1,500 towards this achievement!