Community Grants 2011/12 Funding for Voluntary and Community Groups

You can apply online for a Community Grant.

If your voluntary or community group is looking for funding, then Cheshire East Council may be able to offer the financial assistance you require.  The Council is looking to support projects which will benefit both the people and the environment of the Borough.

For 2011/12 there are four decision meetings.  Closing dates for applications are:

• 1st April 2011
• 1st July 2011
• 1st October 2011
• 1st January 2012.

Voluntary organisations bidding to receive grants must provide local services which encourage community action. Good examples of the types of work which may receive grant support are projects to:

• identify community needs
• implement solutions to community needs
• increase a sense of belonging
• involvement in and responsibility for your community
• help voluntary and community groups become more efficient and effective

A grant may only be used for the purpose outlined in the application. Any part of the grant not spent must be paid back to Cheshire East Council. Groups will be notified of a decision in writing and if successful, will be required to provide written feedback on how the grant money has been spent.