Co-op Funeral care have announced that organisations across Bolton can now apply for grants of up to £10,000 for projects that help young people support each other during bereavement.

There are five grants available in total which are available to apply for until April 3.

This is after a survey from Co-op Funeralcare's "biggest ever survey" found that 16 to 29-year-olds are the age group most likely to bottle up grief, with 24 per cent saying they "kept it to themselves" when suffering bereavement.

Jim Cooke, Head of Co-op Foundation said:"As the Co-op's charity, we're delighted to be partnering with Co-op Funeralcare to provide grants through our #iwill Fund."

David Collingwood, Director of Funerals for Co-op Funeralcare said: "Co-op Funeralcare has seen first-hand the importance of support groups within the community and we are honoured to be part of this crucial initiative."

The foundation has invested £2m so far for tackling youth loneliness through youth social action.

For more information on the Co-op Foundation's #iwill fund and to apply for funding, visit www.coopfoundation.org.uk.