This funding programme is now closed.
£30 Million is now available to fund community projects in some of the most deprived areas of the country. People will be encouraged to give time, expertise and resources towards the projects they identify in their areas. The government will match these pound for pound, helping to stimulate local action towards meeting community needs.
Ward Allocation: £33,910
Contact Details
Email: [email protected]
Panel Members:
Cllr Donna Ludford ( Manchester City Council),David Broom/ Lydia Tetteh-Lartey ( Ward Regeneration Officers), Lynne Blinkhorn (Local resident),Pauline Owen ( Local Resident), Claire Tomkinson (Local Resident) Anna Tate (Macc) ( email; [email protected])
To become a panel member to apply, email: [email protected] or ring Anna at Macc on 0161 834 9823
Panel members decide on what to reccomends for funding. This happens either at meetings or by email correspondence.
Panel Partner: Macc
Funding Priorities
Each ward has its own Community First Panel which is made up of members of your community who have come together to produce a list of priorities to improve your area. If a project fits in with these priorities then the panel may recommend it for funding.
Priorities
1. Support activities that increase involvement in existing groups and networks
2. Support new group start ups that address local needs
3. Support small community events that bring residents together
These priorities are designed to be as broad as possible to enable all sections of the community to take part. They sit alongside the Ward Plan for the area which is produced by the City Council and is refreshed on a yearly basis. Local residents are invited to have their say on these plans too. If you think we should change these priorities please get in touch and tell us why.
You can apply for a grant from a minimum of £250 to a maximum of £2,500 per year. The programme will run until March 2015 and funds will be available during that time.
Ancoats and Clayton ward plan and priorities were agreed May 2013. The plan was consulted on around the following dates:
• 22nd Nov 2012 with local residents at an open day.
• 12th March 2013 at a Core group meeting with officers and councillors.
• 14th May 2013 made available for comments from local residents at a Community event.
What has been funded
The Panel has had limited applications so far and has funded
A canal Project
Park improvements and clean ups
training for local residents
community library
How to apply
To apply complete the Funding Proposal Application and return to:
Manchester Community Central FREEPOST NAT4553, Manchester M60 3BR (please allow a few extra days for this to reach us).
Or email your Application to your panel at: [email protected] ( Please also email a copy of your application to [email protected].)
You can discuss your project with your local panel and if it is approved then a representative from your local panel will recommend your project to CDF for funding. Click here for guidance on applying