Saturday, 1 August 2020

Ward Councillor Empowerment Fund - Deadline approaching

Tim and Sarah still have some money from the Ward Empowerment Fund for 2020/2021 that is available to address concerns or needs in the local community. 

The deadline for applications is 30 September 2020 for project completion before 31 March 2021.

More information can be found here.

Projects must: 
  • meet at least one of the Council’s Corporate priorities:- 
    • address the climate emergency 
    • deliver for local residents 
    • focus on prevention 
    • give people a bigger say
  • be supported by the local community, village, neighbourhood, Parish or Town Council (where relevant). demonstrate where possible match funding or equivalent in-kind support (eg volunteer time). 
  • evidence of need and demonstrate how they will address local priorities. 
  • evidence that there is community support and or community consultation has been carried out. 
  • have a lead organisation and with a valid bank account.
Please do get in touch with Tim or Sarah if you are aware of anything in the Twerton/Whiteway ward that you think could benefit from this funding.