TWO community groups in Helensburgh will be receiving their share of more than £12,000 in funding from a national scheme.

The Co-op’s Local Community Fund is donating a total of £15,242.68 to organisations in and around the area - thanks to Co-op members who shop in the Helensburgh store.

The 4th Helensburgh Scout Group have received £5,896 and Visiting Friends got £6,437 from the national fund.

Co-op members drive the amount received by the local causes by simply selecting the local cause they would like to support via the retailer's app.

Rebecca Birkbeck, director of community and member participation at Co-op, said: “Co-op is a different way of doing business - and as a business owned by you, we are committed to doing right by you and your community.

"Co-op members have a say on where they would like to see the support given in order to make a difference locally, and our Local Community Fund works to promote healthy, strong and viable communities. 

"We are delighted that as a direct result of our members shopping with us, causes in towns, villages and cities across the UK will be celebrating receiving critical funding. 

"We know things are increasingly tough for communities - this funding will help them with delivering the services and support that their community needs and create a real and tangible difference to local lives.”      

The Local Community Fund supports causes and community projects that have an impact and made a difference locally, while aligning with Co-op’s values.