Community Chest Fund
Community groups and voluntary organisations across Northumberland provide a whole host of activities and services which support their communities. These groups are often enthusiastic to do more to meet the demands and needs of their communities, but their ambitions are often constrained by available resource. The County Council has therefore put in place a 'Community Chest' scheme which gives local organisations a chance to continue doing what they do best or bid for funding for something they wouldn't otherwise be able to do.
What can the funding be used for?
The funding can be used for a range of purposes including events, or for the purchase of equipment, however the ideas should come from the communities themselves, based on what they feel their neighbourhood needs.
How do I apply?
The Council has made £300,000 available in 2011/12 which will be administered through a straightforward application process. Local County Councillors through the 3 Area Committees in Northumberland will consider all applications.
More information
For further information, please visit Northumberland County Council's website.
