Deadline 31st August

Welsh Church Acts Fund

Description

Financial assistance is available to places of worship and voluntary groups to support local community projects in Powys.

Current Status

Open for Applications

Maximum value:

£ 5,000

Objectives of Fund

The primary object of the Fund is to provide assistance to groups for social, recreational and other charitable purposes. Capital grants may be awarded to assist organisations in the furnishing and upkeep of buildings. Revenue grants are designed to support organisations with projects and activities to benefit the residents of Powys.

Value Notes

Charities can apply for grants of between £1,000 and £5,000. Where there is an exceptional case for support, grants of £10,000 may be awarded.

Match Funding Restrictions

100% of project funding is not available.

Applicants will be required to raise additional funding from other sources if required.

Who Can Apply

Applications will be accepted from the following:

• Not for profit organisations (for example a Registered Charity, Charitable Incorporated Organisation, Unincorporated Club or Association and Community Interest Company).
• Organisations that are based within Powys County and/or projects or activities specifically designed to serve Powys residents.
• Churches and Chapels.

Restrictions

Grants will not be awarded retrospectively, ie for costs already incurred prior to receipt of the grant offer letter and signed terms and conditions.

Eligible Expenditure

The Fund supports:

• The restoration of Churches, Chapels and community/village halls within county.
• Encouraging arts.
• Social and recreational activities.
• Protection of historic buildings.
• Organisations working to address disadvantage in the case of people on low incomes or those who are sick or disabled.

Applicants must be able to demonstrate the financial/social need the grant will address to serve Powys residents

How To Apply

The deadlines for applications are 28 February and August 31 each year.

Application forms are available from the CFIW website.

Contact CFIW for further information.

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