Space’s Young Carers is bidding for a cash boost of up to £1,500 from the Tesco Stronger Starts scheme.
As one of three local community groups shortlisted for a grant, we need Tesco customers in Corstorphine, Hermiston, and Stenhouse to vote for us!
Caring can start at an early age—whether that means attending to a disabled parent or helping a sibling who needs additional aid—which may limit opportunities to socialise or impact someone’s schoolwork.
Space’s Young Carers runs groups four days a week, providing a chance to make new friends and get peer support over dinner—as well as enjoying the chance to just be kids and play.
We also provide one-to-one tailored support, working on an individual basis with each child to make sure they are as confident as possible and getting the help they and their family need.
For slightly older carers, there are residential short-break opportunities, providing respite in the form of weekend trips or days out (especially in the school holidays).
Our patient and dedicated team have years of experience providing support to young carers in schools, as well as a range of advice and information to maintain positive mental health and cope with the increased demands a caring role can bring.
Voting is open in all Tesco stores through the end of March.
Customers cast their vote using a blue token, handed out with every in-store purchase.
- Corstorphine Extra (EH12 7UQ)
- Glasgow Rd Express (EH12 9BH)
- Hermiston Gait Superstore (EH11 4DG)
- Haymarket Express (EH12 5LQ)
- Roseburn Express (EH12 5NG)
- Stenhouse Place Express (EH11 3DQ)
Tesco’s Stronger Starts, previously known as Tesco Community Grants, has already provided more than £110 million to more than 60,000 projects across Britain.
Find out more online.