Powys Association of Voluntary Organisations has distributed a record-breaking £2.7 million in funding during the 2024–25 financial year, supporting 199 projects across 12 grant schemes

The milestone was shared by CEO Clair Swales at PAVO ’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) last week. Outgoing Chair of Trustees, Jamie Burt, ran the meeting.

The UK Government’s Social Prosperity Fund (SPF) accounted for the largest share of the £2.7 million, with investment funding improvements to 55 community buildings, and supporting numeracy, digital inclusion, and green travel projects. Powys County Council appointed PAVO to manage the fund.

Ms Swales said: “This investment strengthened Powys communities, ensuring they continue to thrive.”

Presenting PAVO’s annual impact report, Swales highlighted

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