A YORK-BASED foundation has handed a £5,000 cash boost to a charity which puts together learning projects for those living with disabilities - to help with the group's choir.

The Pavers Foundation made the donation to the Accessible Arts and Media charity on behalf of Stuart Paver, managing director of Pavers and his wife, Rachel.

Mrs Paver said: “The incredible work the charity does in making such a difference to the well-being of so many people’s lives is amazing.

"The sense of joy the choir show when they are performing is heart-warming and we feel privileged to be able to support”."

Accessible Arts and Media, based in York, have been running creative projects in the city since 1982.

The people that take part in their projects include disabled young people and adults, older people living with dementia and memory loss and people with mental ill-health. The charity supports their wellbeing by helping develop confidence and skills to connect with their local community and have more of a say in the things that matter to them.

Rose Kent, creative director at Accessible Arts and Media, said: "This incredible donation from the Pavers Foundation means we can make sure our fabulous choir can continue connect with their friends, be creative and develop their skills.

"A huge thank you to Rachel, Stuart, and everyone at the Pavers Foundation for continuing to support our work."

The Pavers Foundation was established to share Pavers success through charitable giving to causes close to the hearts of its 1,500 strong staff. To date the foundation has donated over £925,000 to good causes.