20 organisation from all over Wales will benefit from grants raised as part of Ras yr Iaith (Race for language) 2018, to support promote Welsh in the community.

Menter Bro Ogwr would like to congratulate Cylch Meithrin y Ferch o’r Sgêr who will receive a Ras yr Iaith grant this year!

Rhedadeg ltd and Mentrau Iaith Cymru (Welsh language initiatives) the Race’s organisers, are happy to announce grants of up to £750 to various organisations, following the success the third Race held between 4 – 6 July 2018 and raised more than £7,500.

The Race visited 15 towns and villages between Wrexham and Caerphilly, with the Language Baton uniting thousands of runners from all over Wales. Businesses, organisations, schools and individuals contributed £50 to sponsor a part of the Race. It is this profit that is now being shared through grants.

The Race will again be held in 2020, concentrating in raising awareness and pride in the Welsh language, promoting well being and strengthening our communities. Importance is also placed on the Ras yr iaith 2018 message, the importance to volunteer towards Welsh, which was part of being successful in receiving this years grant.

Information about Ras yr Iaith 2020 will be shared later this year.

Dr Gwenno Ffrancon, one of Tŷ’r Gwrhyd, Pontardawe’s managers said of being successful in receiving a grant this year:

“We are very happy to receive this grant from Ras yr Iaith towards establishing a Welsh skills club for young people at Ty’r Gwrhyd, the Welsh language centre for the Swansea and Neath valleys. Ty’r Gwrhyd was central in welcoming Ras yr iaith to Pontardawe last year, and the grant will make sure that the fun and enthusiasm over the language created with the Ras’ visit to this valley will continue.”

The best way to get back into shape whilst bonding with your child, making new friends and using or learning a little Welsh at the same time! We will be meeting once a month for a walk identifying and learning different things in Welsh. We will finish the session with an art activity in the centre with some Welsh songs for you and your children to learn. A great way for you to get some fresh air, entertain the children and socialise. Buggies are not essential, children of all ages are welcome!

Next Meeting: 27.04.18 1-2:30pm

Come for some arts and crafts and games at Caffi Pethau Bach to participate in fun activities, and have the opportunity to sing and dance to some Welsh songs with your child.

For more information contact Kath | 01656 732200 | Kathryn@menterbroogwr.org