Community Asset Fund

The scheme is currently on hold. We will update this page when the scheme opens up again.

Not-for-profit, charitable community groups and organisations can apply to the Community Asset Fund for a grant of up to £25,000. Applicants can apply for up to 50% of the cost of a project to provide new or enhance existing, important community assets and facilities.

Who can apply?

  • Not-for-profit community groups
  • Charitable organisations
  • Community buildings and asset management committees
  • Community Associations
  • Parish and Town Councils
  • Schools (only for facilities with formal community access)

If your organisation is not listed above, please do get in touch to check if you are eligible

 

What is an eligible community project?

  • Community assets and buildings - new assets or enhancement of existing facilities
  • Climate Change - community projects which address climate change
  • Environmental - community projects which improve the environment
  • Inclusivity – community projects which improve accessibility
  • Play and recreation - new assets or enhancement of existing community facilities
  • Public art - new public art in communities
  • Sports - new assets or the enhancement of existing community facilities

If your project is not listed above, please do get in touch to check if it is eligible

 

What can be applied for?

  • Up to 50% of the total activity or project cost, up to £25,000
  • The minimum award is £2,000 - so only projects costing £4,000 and more are eligible
  • The maximum award is £25,000

 

How do I apply?

  • Carefully read the Community Asset Fund Guidance Notes
  • Contact the Grants Officer to discuss your project and to establish if it is eligible – Jenny Brain email: jbrain@testvalley.gov.uk
  • Click the ‘Apply for a Community Asset Fund Grant’ link below to begin an application

APPLY FOR A COMMUNITY ASSET FUND GRANT

The submission deadlines for 2023/24 will be published on this page soon.


Please note:

Before starting an application, it is important to discuss your project with;

It is also important to let the Borough Councillor(s) for your ward know of your plans.