Cumbria County Council makes grants available in your area through neighbourhood forums.
Grants are available for voluntary, non profit making and community groups for community based projects on an area basis. Local staff can offer help and advice to community groups and may know of additional funding available in your area.
You can download a word or pdf format application form from this page or complete an application online by following the link below.
Once you have completed the form, it will be reviewed by your local Neighbourhood Development Officer (NDO) who can help identify other local funding sources and will let you know when your application can be considered by the Neighbourhood Forum.
Before we can determine your application we also need some financial and organisational details about your organisation. We will suggest arrangements for obtaining these. Also, for legal reasons, your application needs to be signed by at least two office bearers of your organisation e.g. Treasurer and Secretary.
If you would like help with filling in your application form, then refer to the online guide or contact your local area office.
Groups
Grants awarded have included applications from playgroups, resident's action groups, sports groups, youth clubs, environmental groups, community centres and local charities.
Projects
Successful applications have been for a wide rang of projects including: setting up costs, educational toys, newsletters, notice boards, craft equipment, food co-ops, emergency information, pantomimes and summer play schemes.
Funds
Neighbourhood Forums deal with their grants in different ways and can also have slightly differing budgets. It's always worth having a chat with the Neighbourhood Development Officer for the area your project will be in.
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