Bellshill & Mossend YMCA Recognised for Strengthening Communities and Improving Wellbeing

That the Parliament congratulates Bellshill & Mossend YMCA on securing £92,193 in funding for two community projects in Bellshill and North Lanarkshire; understands that £82,193 will support a two-year programme of activities for people of all ages, helping 150 individuals and 10 to 15 volunteers each year to improve wellbeing and build stronger community connections; further understands that £10,000 will fund a Commonwealth Kitchen, supporting 30 to 40 adults through community cooking and cultural exchange activities to explore the history, traditions and diversity of Commonwealth nations; recognises the valuable contribution of Bellshill & Mossend YMCA in bringing people together, promoting wellbeing and strengthening local communities, and wishes the organisation every success in delivering both projects.