Eden District Council Community Fund is for projects and events which deliver wider community benefit in Eden. In 2022/2023, the total available is £110,000.
We welcome applications from community and voluntary groups, parish and town councils, charities and social enterprises, to deliver projects that benefit communities in Eden district. We do not accept applications from individuals. To be eligible to apply to the Eden District Council Community Fund, groups and organisations must have their own constitution (unless a parish council) and bank account, with at least two unrelated signatories.
Only capital funding is available.
Grants are available for community projects and events that benefit the residents of communities in Eden. Groups and organisations must demonstrate how their project or event will deliver wide benefit, contributing to the sustainability, vitality and well-being of Eden's communities.
We invite applications to the Eden Community Fund under the following categories:
- Community (outdoor) Amenities
- Community Buildings
- Community Enterprise
- Supporting Communities
- Community Events
The minimum grant for categories 1-4 (above) is £500 and the maximum is £10,000. For community events, the minimum grant level is £200 and the maximum is £5,000. Awards towards the maximum levels will be the exception and projects and events will need to demonstrate significant community need and match funding. There is a requirement for 20% match funding for all categories, although up to 10% can be in-kind.
Contact details:
Contact: Community Support Officer
Email: edencommunityfund@eden.gov.uk
Telephone: 01768 817817
Address: Eden District Council, Mansion House, Friargate, Penrith, Cumbria CA11 7YG
