The Imperial Hotel in Tenby is giving even more local charities, community groups and organisations the chance to benefit from its new £1,500 Community Fund, after extending the deadline for nominations.

The Imperial Hotel, which is based in The Paragon, has launched the initiative as part of its commitment to supporting the community around it, inviting local organisations to apply for funding that could make a tangible difference to the people they support.

With the closing date now extended, local causes have until midnight on Friday, September 25 to submit their application, giving even more organisations the opportunity to put themselves forward and showcase the difference the funding could make.

The £1,500 fund could help a wide range of local initiatives, from restoring sports facilities and supporting youth clubs, scouts or girl guides to creating new opportunities and improving community spaces, church roofs or sensory gardens.

Applications are open to local causes, charities, community groups and organisations based in Tenby, with nominations needing to be submitted through the official application form by the new deadline.

Applicants must be aged 18 or over and authorised to apply on behalf of their organisation or cause, with one application permitted per organisation. They will be asked to explain what their organisation does, who would benefit from the funding and how the £1,500 would be used.

Following the closing date, an independent judging team will select a shortlist of four finalists based on the potential impact each nomination could have in the local community. The decision will then be handed to the public, with a one-week public vote determining the overall winner.

The winning organisation will receive the full £1,500 Community Fund, which must be used for the purpose outlined in its successful application. The hotel will announce the winner at a special event for all finalists, with the result also shared through its social media channels and with local press.

Jason Hiley, Managing Director of Crest Hotels, said: “We are delighted to extend the deadline for our Community Fund and give even more local organisations the opportunity to get involved.

“From the entries already received so far, we know there are so many fantastic charities, groups and organisations doing important work across the local community, often with limited resources, and we want to make sure as many of them as possible have the opportunity to put themselves forward.

“Our £1,500 fund is all about providing meaningful support where it can make a genuine difference, and we are really looking forward to hearing more about the organisations, projects and people they support.

“If you have a local cause that could benefit from the funding, there is still time to apply, so we would encourage you to take advantage of the extended deadline and tell us why your organisation should be considered.”

Set in the heart of Tenby overlooking the South Beach, the Imperial Hotel is a destination for leisure breaks, dining and business events. The hotel is part of Crest Hotels Group and has a long-standing connection with the local area, welcoming both hotel guests and members of the surrounding community.

The new deadline for nominations is midnight on Friday, September 25: https://www.imperialhoteltenby.co.uk/pembrokeshire-community-fund/