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.
A total of £175,000 is to be distributed along the route, with funding available in the form of small grants (£1,000 to £5,000) or medium grants (£5,000 to £20,000).
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
Small Grants:
- Open 5 August for 6 weeks
- Apply for between £1,000 and £5,000
- A total of £87,500 is available. Between 17 and 22 projects will be funded
- Project delivery is expected to begin in October or November 2024 and end no later than January 2027
Medium Grants:
- Open 19 August for 6 weeks
- Apply for between £5,000 and £20,000
- A total of £87,500 is available. Between 4 and 6 projects will be funded
- Project delivery is expected to begin in November or December 2024 and end no later than January 2027
Online information events
GMCVO are holding two online briefing events for potential applicants to find out more about the funding opportunity, including the application process and eligibility.
31 July, 1pm - 2.30pm Register here
15 August, 11am - 12.30pm Register here