There is still time to apply for a Ward Forum Grant of up to £500 for a project that will benefit your ward area or local community.
These grants are available to organisations based in the North and East regions of Halifax, including Ovenden, Warley, Illingworth, Mixenden, Northowram and Shelf. We are keen on projects that improve the environment and the health and wellbeing of residents.
Calderdale Council has made a total of £ 5,000 available for each ward to be spent by 31 March 2021. We welcome community groups and individuals to apply for funding to spend on eligible activities and projects that benefit the ward.
The maximum grant per application is £500.
Please ensure your application is thorough as insufficient information may result in your application being rejected. You can get help with your application by contacting us on 01422 252209.
or email Tony King on Tony.King@calderdale.gov.uk
You may resubmit your application if you feel you have left information out.
Your application should meet one of the 3 following priorities:
Priority 1 – Community Celebrations and bringing people together (not during Covid emergency)
Priority 2 – Improve the health and well-being of local people
Priority 3 – Improving the Environment in the Ward
To find out more read the FAQs on our website.
You can also apply online at https://halifaxnorthandeast.com/ward-forum-grants/apply/
Don’t be put off by the application form! If you’ve got a good idea for a project, ring us on 01422 252209 and we can help you.