SIDMOUTH and Ottery sports groups could benefit from funding made available as part of an expanding initiative.

SIDMOUTH and Ottery sports groups could benefit from funding made available as part of an expanding initiative.

Cash 4 Clubs, a scheme that gives money to grassroots sport, has announced it is to award significant grants to community sports clubs for a second consecutive year- and has extended the scheme nationwide.

The initiative, funded by Betfair, the UK's largest online betting company, and in partnership with SportsAid, seeks to provide much-needed money for clubs involved in any sport.

Last year more than �30,000 was distributed to 30 sports organisations across the UK.

To apply clubs need to fill out an application available at www.cash-4-clubs.com.