Bradford Community First Panel

 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:
Mike Cunliffe (Ward Regeneration Officer), Cllr Longsden, David Watkins, Clive Hamilton and Anna Tate (Macc) ( Email [email protected])
To become a panel member to apply, email: [email protected] or contact Anna  on [email protected] or 0161 834 9823.

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 participation in existing groups and networks
2. Encourage neighbourhoods to work together on identified issues
3. Support activities that increase well being for residents

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.

Our local priorities for the Bradford Ward were agreed in consultation with local politicians, key supporting partners (including local council departments, Registered Social Landlords, Police and other key organisations serving the local community) and representatives of the local community (including residents groups and friends group active within the ward). The priorities were agreed at the Bradford Ward Coordination meeting on 13th February 2013.

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 send 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