GBC Community Fund
The Community Fund is aimed at local community groups and organisations and is composed of monies collected from developments as part of the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) as well as additional Council funding.
Grants of up to £ 5,000 are for local groups and organisations to improve community places, spaces and activities. Please note that the Community Grants Guidance and the application form have recently been updated. Only the latest version of the application form, V4 10-23, will be accepted for consideration by the Grants Sub Board. If you have any queries, please email the GBC Grants Officer at gbcgrants@gosport.gov.uk
GBC Community FundGuidance V4 10-23 (Word doc) [441KB]
GBC Community Fund Application Form V4 10-23 (Word doc) [434KB]
Grants Sub-Board - Key Dates for 2024-25
Submission Date for Community Fund and Heritage Fund bids
| Board Meeting |
Friday, 11 May (end of day) | Thursday, 27 June |
Friday, 9 August (end of day) | Thursday, 26 September |
Friday, 19 October (end of day) | Thursday, 5 December |
Friday, 17 January 2025 (end of day) | Thursday, 6 March, 2025 |
The funds are open all year round for applicants to submit Expressions of Interest and full applications. Please see the Council's webpage and guidance for more information on how to apply.
Please note that the submission date is in advance of the board meeting to allow sufficient time for bids to be properly assessed and compiled into a report for circulation to Council officers and members. Bids submitted after the submission deadline may be considered for the following board meeting.
For further information please contact gbcgrants@gosport.gov.uk
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