Through the Community Fund you can bid for any amount up to a maximum of £2,000.  

Before you begin the application, please read through the eligibility criteria in the community fund leaflet.

Before you start your application, please make sure you have a copy of your governing document. You will need to send this to us via email once you have completed your application.

The Community Fund Panel, which is made up of local residents, will use the information you provide to assess your application. Please provide as much information as possible when completing the application form. 

Should you have any problems completing the application please contact us at [email protected]  

If you would any advice on applying for funding speak to our Funding Officer Mark Rogers, by emailing [email protected] 

Once you start this application you will not be able to save it, you must complete the form and submit in one visit. 

The Community Fund is now closed

We might close applications earlier if we reach the funding limit. To increase your chances, apply early. If your bid is successful, you'll likely get funds by mid-June, as long as you provide the necessary paperwork on time and pass the required checks.

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TRENTS Community: Over 55s Christmas Party

TRENTS Community is a local community group for those who are over the age of 55. In November 2023, the SKylight Community Fund awarded the group £590 to deliver their annual Christmas Party.

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Beechwood Community Choir

The choir were awarded £1,000 by the SKylight Community Fund to support the running of the group at Bridgehall Community Centre, and to purchase resources and music.

Marple Youth Project promotion

Marple Youth Community Fund Case Study

In September 2021, the Marple Youth Project were awarded £1,000 from the SKylight Community Fund. The group, which was started earlier in 2021, also successfully raised funds through crowd funding and other grant bids. 

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Read the community fund leaflet for more details and eligibility criteria.