A NEW award scheme run by Help the Aged is offering older people a chance to make a difference in their communities.

Under the Citizens' Action Millennium Awards, grants of up to £5,000 will be available to individuals or £10,000 to groups of up to three people to work on local projects. For more information, contact the awards hotline on 0870 7703280 on weekdays, or e-mail cama@helpthe aged.org.uk