Ferryhill Athletic FC have become the latest group to benefit through Ferryhill Town Council’s Members Initiative Fund.
Launched in April 2022, the Fund has now seen a total of £23,400 being donated to support local projects and initiatives.
In a cheque presentation held at Ferryhill Town Hall, Cllr Joe Quinn presented a cheque for £450 to Chris Orton and Paul Gillham from Ferryhill Athletic FC.
The funds will be used to provide new club tracksuits for players.
Originally formed in 1921, Ferryhill Athletic FC played in both the Northern League and Wearside League for over 60 years before folding in 2006.
Fifteen years later, the club reformed and with a large football following and are now back playing at their original home at Dean Bank Park.
Cllr Quinn said: “I am only too pleased to be able to support Ferryhill Athletic FC.
“It is great to see the team playing back in Ferryhill at their old ground, and I would like to wish them every success for the future.”
Funding is still available through the initiative. For more information, contact Karen Younghusband at Ferryhill Town Hall on 01740 652157 or email: kyounghusband[@]ferryhill[.]gov[.]uk.
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