Westmorland and Furness Community Fund
The Westmorland and Furness Community Fund is for projects and events which deliver wider community benefit in the area formerly known as Eden. In 2023/2024, the total available is £110,000.
Who can apply to the Westmorland and Furness Community Fund?
We welcome applications from community and voluntary groups, parish and town councils, charities and social enterprises within the area formerly known as Eden, to deliver projects that benefit communities within the boundary of the former district of Eden. We do not accept applications from individuals.
To be eligible to apply to the Westmorland and Furness Community Fund, groups and organisations must have their own constitution (unless a parish council) and bank account, with at least two unrelated signatories.
What we can fund
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 Westmorland and Furness Community Fund under the following categories:
- Community (outdoor) Amenities
- Community Buildings
- Community Enterprise
- Supporting Communities
- Community Events
How much money can I apply for?
The minimum grant for categories 1-4 (above) is £500 and the maximum is £12,500. 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.
We cannot accept an application unless you have the required number of written quotes and estimates. You must submit two written quotes or estimates for each item of expenditure between £50 and £2,500 and three for each item over £2,500.
| Upcoming Application Deadline | Westmorland and Furness Community Partnership to Assess Applications | Decision Date | Grants Awarded |
|---|---|---|---|
| 19 May 2023 | June 2023 | July 2023 | Summer 2023 Onwards |
To apply to the Westmorland and Furness Council Community Fund
Contact the Communities and Wellbeing Team on the details below if you are unsure whether your event or project is eligible.
Westmorland and Furness Community Projects application
Read guide to completing an Eden Community Projects application form 2022/2023 (Word: 1.3Mb / 4 pages).
Complete the online Westmorland and Furness Community Projects application form.
Westmorland and Furness Community Events application
Read guide to completing an Eden Community Events application form 2022/2023 (Word: 1.4Mb / 3 pages).
Is there anywhere else I can apply for funding?
See community funding throughout Cumbria for other sources of funding which are available for your project or event.