GMCVO are delivering this grant programme on behalf of the Transpennine Route Upgrade (TRU) to improve local spaces and services along its 70-mile route between Manchester, Huddersfield, Leeds and York. Community projects within 5 miles of the core TRU route and its key diversionary routes will be eligible to receive funding.
The Community Fund aims to drive the Transpennine Route Upgrade to achieve two main objectives:
- To act as a catalyst for regeneration by enhancing and protecting community ‘spaces and places’ along the route.
- To support the delivery of the TRU team in volunteering in the community to develop job skills and shape public spaces alongside the communities that use them.
Funding available and what we can fund:
Small Grants:
- Now open. Closes 16th September.
- Apply for between £1,000 and £5,000.
- A total of £87,500 is available. 17 and 22 projects are expected to be funded.
Medium Grants:
- Now open. Closes 30th September.
- Apply for between £5,000 and £20,000.
- A total of £87,500 is available. 4 and 6 projects are expected to be funded.
Both the small and medium grants funding can be used to cover many costs within the organisation, such as staff time, equipment, room hire and materials.
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