Community ward funding

Community Ward Funding 21/22

The first round of Community Ward Funding will open on 22 February 2021.

Apply for Community Ward Funding

During the current outbreak of COVID-19 we would like to support our communities as much as possible and have made the application process simpler so that groups of any size can apply for any amount of funding up to £10,000 in every ward.

This will enable ward councillors to help our residents during such a challenging time and support projects that will have a real impact on the local community.

Projects may include:

• Supporting charitable activities focused on reducing isolation and support mental health initiatives
• Supporting the recruitment and training of volunteers
• Equipment and other measures to enable community support to be delivered safely
• Enabling local charities to provide supplies to their communities

Please note that this funding cannot be used for personal needs on an individual basis. There are further details of funding available for residents and local businesses below.

Each ward has a budget of £10,000 to be allocated, which we anticipate will be awarded in two funding rounds over the year.

Please read the community ward funding guidelines before applying

The application deadline is 5pm on 5 April. Applications must be received by 5 April.​

All applicants will be informed of the outcome of their application within three weeks.

If successful, you will be asked to formally accept the offer via the grant portal within three weeks of notification.

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Alternative sources of funding during COVID-19

Our website has further details of sources of funding for residents and business during the outbreak;

• Support for Residents
• Support for Businesses