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Grants from £100 to £10,000 are available for community groups and local charities in Castleford to help support local projects, funded by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government.
The aim is to help people improve their neighbourhoods and bring communities together, making Castleford an even better place to live.
Groups must show how their project will help local people, and their project should support one or more of these themes:
Funding could cover projects to:
The Castleford Pride in Place Board has allocated £250,000 to the community grants programme, which will be distributed over the next four years. The grant programme will open in stages, and phase one is open from 31 July to 31 August 2026.
To request an application form or for guidance on how to apply, email MajorProjects@wakefield.gov.uk
Grants are available for small to medium-sized charities registered and working in the UK that defend human rights and promote respect for vulnerable individuals.
Grants for VCSE organisations that support opportunities for young people (0-29) to build creative knowledge and skills; or develop and deliver cultural or creative initiatives in their local areas.
Funding for small to mid-sized charities that deliver programmes to 150-300 underrepresented youth ages 12 to 18 outside of formal school settings, as well as charities with a specific focus on literacy.
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