Community grants

We can provide financial support to a wide range of community groups through the Council's Community Grant Scheme.  This Scheme can deliver grants of up to £1000 for a range of activities or to promote and publicise the group in the local community.

Grant funding is also available for groups who want to coordinate local Gala Days or Fun Day events.

We also provide financial assistance to Playschemes in order that they can increase the range of activities they have available for children.

Community grant completed application form deadlines for financial year 2026/2027

• Wednesday 13 May 2026
• Wednesday 12 August 2026
• Wednesday 21 October 2026
• Wednesday 13 January 2027

• Wednesday 27 May 2026
• Wednesday 26 August 2026
• Wednesday 4 November 2026
• Wednesday 27 January 2027

• Wednesday 8 April 2026
• Wednesday 3 June 2026
• Wednesday 2 September 2026
• Wednesday 11 November 2026
• Wednesday 3 February 2027

• Wednesday 20 May 2026
• Wednesday 19 August 2026
• Wednesday 28 October 2026
• Wednesday 20 January 2027

How to apply

To apply fill out and return the Grant application form. Your application must be accompanied by a Conditions of grant form which must be signed by two office bearers. (Both these forms can be completed electronically but must be signed before they can be emailed to us).

For more information on the level of grant funding available or help with applying see the Community grant information sheet.