Councillors' Grant
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Location
England, North East England
Applications
Rolling (always open)
Each Durham County councillor has a budget to support local community projects. You need to discuss your project with your local county councillor first. They must support your application before it can be considered. The funding amount is not specified and varies by councillor. This is for community groups and organisations in Durham. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year. Your project must benefit the local community in the councillor's area.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Must get support from local county councillor before applying
- Project must benefit local community
This is for community groups and organisations in Durham County. Your project must benefit the local community in a specific councillor's area. You cannot apply without first getting support from your local county councillor.
Regions
Each county councillor has a budget that they can allocate to projects in the local community. You will need to discuss your project idea with and get the support of your local County Councillor before an application can be considered.
Contact your local Durham County councillor to discuss your project first. You must get their support before applying. The councillor will guide you through their specific application process.
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