A Glasgow charity received a generous cash boost, which will help veterans' mental health struggles.

The ACVC Hub, located in Ibrox, is an art and craft hub supporting retired armed forces personnel and their families with mental health issues such as trauma and depression.

Donated by The Hillcrest Foundation, the £5000 grant will support the organisation's work providing a safe place to relax and do arts, pottery, pyrography, woodwork and painting.

Hillcrest Ambassador Chris van der Kuyl CBE said: “Congratulations to the ACVC Hub on their successful application, we were truly inspired by the huge contribution already made to their community and hope that this funding helps them to continue delivering the exceptional services to the people they support.”

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The aid was established to reduce inequalities and isolation, and improve health and well-being in communities where it operates across the country. 

Mark Percival, Chairperson of the Hillcrest Foundation added: “We are delighted that so many groups applied for this first round of funding and would encourage any other groups who might be eligible to apply when the next window opens.

"Our goal is to improve people’s lives and create positive futures, and community is at the heart of everything we do.”

This is the first round of funding made available, with 31 charities and community groups across Scotland being awarded £150,000 in total.