22 Yorkshire-based charities have been shortlisted for this year's Sky Bet Ebor Community Sweepstake.

Announced by York Racecourse and Sky Bet, the good causes include North Yorkshire organisations MySight York, The Friends of Rowntree Park, Menfulness, and more.

Each charity will be matched sweepstake-style with a horse competing in the Sky Bet Ebor, with the draw to be announced live on Thursday, August 22 before the race takes place on Saturday, August 24 at York Racecourse.

The winning horse's charity will receive a £20,000 donation.

Those in second and third place will receive £5,000 and £2,000 respectively.

The remaining 19 charities will receive £1,000 each.

James Brennan, head of marketing and sponsorship at York Racecourse, said: "As with every year, we have seen so many worthwhile entries to the sweepstake.

"Choosing 22 from this extensive list is never easy but the final runners reflect a diverse group of worthy causes from across the region.

"The Sky Bet Ebor Festival is the highlight of our racing calendar with this initiative an important part of proceedings.

"We always look forward to hosting the shortlisted contenders and to showcasing the amazing work they all do."

Michael Shinners, head of sports PR at Sky Betting & Gaming, said: "We wish all of the charities the very best when it comes to the big day."

The Rainbow Centre in Scarborough, Next Door But One CIC, Just 'B', and Norton Hive Library and Community Hub are also among the shortlisted charities in North Yorkshire.