Cheshire West and Chester Member Budgets 2026/27
Funding
£250 – £5,000
Deadline
31 December 2026
Location
Cheshire West and Chester; Chester; Ellesmere Port; Northwich; Winsford; Neston; Frodsham
Applications
Deadline: 31 December 2026
Overview
Each Cheshire West and Chester councillor has £5,000 in 2026/27 for community projects in their ward. Speak to your local councillor before applying; completed applications must arrive by 31 December 2026. Applications close on 31 December 2026. Official source: https://www.cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk/your-council/councillors-and-committees/councillors-allowances/member-budgets. Last checked by GrantMatch on 22 October 2026.
Requirements to check
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- £250 to £5,000.
- Cheshire West and Chester.
- Must support Ward Plan priorities.
- Projects completed by 31 March 2027.
- Councillor support needed.
Voluntary and community groups, charities, faith groups, schools, Friends of groups and parish councils in Cheshire West and Chester.
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
Community groups, charities and schools in Cheshire West and Chester.
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Full details from Cheshire West and Chester Council
Grants of £250 to £5,000 through Cheshire West and Chester Council's Member Budget Award Scheme, where each local councillor has £5,000 in 2026/27 to support small and medium sized community projects that match the priorities in their Ward Plan, such as local events, neighbourhood improvements and projects that bring people together. Voluntary and community groups, charities, faith groups, schools, Friends of groups and parish councils can apply, and should talk to their local councillor first. Funded projects need to be completed by 31 March 2027. Applications close on 31 December 2026.
Contact your local councillor to discuss your idea, then complete the member budget application in the scheme guidance.
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