Debt and housing advice charity receives vital funding for three years

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An Ayrshire debt, welfare and housing advice charity has secured vital funding for three years.CHAP, based in North Ayrshire, say that the money from The Robertson Trust, will enable them to expand their collaboration with the local council.The charity hopes to strengthen their ties with North Ayrshire Council to deliver comprehensive financial education workshops in secondary schools.The money will also allow CHAP to pilot new initiatives, designed to help young people across the region raise aspirations and reach their full potential.North Ayrshire Council Leader, Councillor Marie Burns said: “Tackling poverty is one of the main priorities for North Ayrshire Council and working with our partners such as CHAP is key to helping improve the lives of our residents.“The funding from the Robertson Trust is welcome news indeed.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now.Get all the local news in your area – plus features, football news and the latest on the coronavirus crisis – at your fingertips 24/7.The free download features the latest breaking news and exclusive stories while you can customise your page with the sections that matter to you.The Ayrshire Live app is available to download now on iOS and Android.“Instilling confidence in our young people to better understand finances as they approach adulthood is fundamental and I welcome the news that the funding will be used to expand education programmes in our local schools to improve outcomes.”The goal is to help students build critical life skills over time, ensuring that the practical knowledge gained is effectively retained and applied for long-term benefit.CHAP’s Education Officer Robin Ballantyne said, “This generous funding will bolster CHAP’s current