A COMMUNITY bursary scheme is giving good causes in East Lothian extra time to apply for a share of £10,000.

The 2019 CALA Homes Community Bursary Scheme, in partnership with the East Lothian Courier, has extended its deadline for applications until this Friday, March 22.

The bursary, which is now in its third year, provides support for worthwhile organisations in the areas in which CALA operates, helping more than 200 groups across the country since its launch in 2017.

Previous successful East Lothian groups have included Friends of the River Tyne in Haddington, Prestonpans Brownies and Muddy Buddies in Dunbar.

Phillip Hogg, sales and marketing director for CALA Homes (East), said: “We have decided to extend the deadline for this year’s bursary to allow time for more good causes, large and small, to get their applications in.

“We’ve already seen a flurry of submissions come in from a diverse range of groups, all of which are making a positive impact within the area and are more than deserving of a share of the funding.

“If you are a charity, school or community project in need of a bit of support, then we urge you to submit your application before the deadline in order to be considered.”