Grants

Community Grants

Funding is currently available through our community grant scheme, with the aim of benefiting worthy community, voluntary and charitable organisations in the local area. Organisations that work with communities in our area are able to apply for a grant from us to help fund new projects, equipment, events or training.

This scheme empowers organisations, supports new projects and helps to improve lives. The funding leads to greater self-sufficiency and financial independence, leaving more time for organisations to focus on working with and supporting local people.

To be eligible for funding, applicants must meet the criteria set out in the Grants Policy below. For example, evidence must be shown that the service you provide is needed by the community and that it has community support. The application forms are below:

If you think that your organisation could benefit from a community grant, please contact office@weymouthtowncouncil.gov.uk

Application Deadlines

Dates for the next cycle of grant applications are as follows:

The closing date for the next round of grant applications of £500 and over is on Sunday 21st June and these will be decided at the Finance and Governance Committee on Wednesday 22nd July.

Grants to help tackle the Climate and Ecological Emergency

Groups in Weymouth can apply for funding for projects which specifically tackle the climate and ecological emergency.

In total, £10,000 is up for grabs, and groups can apply for funding of between £500 and £2,500 to support their initiatives. Examples of what the grants can cover include:

• Reducing carbon emissions in businesses or organisations, including community and voluntary groups
• Supporting behaviour change and sustainable living 
• Projects which will result in greater access to nature areas or supporting improvements in biodiversity 
• Providing education and awareness of the Climate and Ecological emergency through direct engagement with hard to reach groups and individuals
• Projects which aim to help communities improve upon their surroundings, from the effects of climate change 

To be eligible for funding, applicants must meet the criteria listed in the application form below:

If your organisation has an idea on how Weymouth could benefit from this type of grant, please complete the application form and send it to office@weymouthtowncouncil.gov.uk

Your Community

To seek out grants, awards and other funding which may be relevant to your organisation sign up to Dorset Fundfinder at Dorset Fundfinder – Dorset Council

For further assistance regarding community organisations, please follow this link.