Funding Opportunity for Rural Community Organisations in Cumbria
A new funding opportunity is now available for rural community organisations in Cumbria, provided by The Royal Countryside Fund in partnership with the National Lottery Community Fund. This programme is designed to support transformative, community-led initiatives that empower and inspire economic vibrancy in rural parts of Cumbria.
Key Details:
- Funding Available: Up to £250,000
- Grant Amount: Eligible organisations can apply for up to £30,000 over 18 months.
- Application Period: Opens on 1st August 2024 and closes at midday on 12th September 2024.
Programme Themes:
The funding focuses on two main areas:
- Powering up rural communities.
- Increasing environmental sustainability.
Project Criteria:
Projects should aim to achieve one or more of the following:
- Provide financial benefits to the locality.
- Build a stronger sense of community and connectedness.
- Benefit the local environment, creating positive impacts for the community.
- Develop an innovative and replicable approach to addressing unmet needs within rural areas.
Please note that Parish Councils are not eligible to apply, but are encouraged to share this opportunity within their networks. Draft posts for local Facebook pages and bulletins are provided in the attached document for easy sharing.
This is the first county-based programme by The Royal Countryside Fund, specifically tailored to the unique challenges and opportunities in rural Cumbria. It aims to unlock the potential for positive change in these communities.
Website: The Royal Countryside Fund website.
PoC:
| Pippa Fry Rural Communities Engagement Manager Mobile:07825 165340 Email: pfry@countrysidefund.org.uk 13th Floor, 33 Cavendish Square, London, W1G 0PW www.royalcountrysidefund.org.uk |