Village hall and community building grants
As of 22 October 2026, GrantMatch lists 16 live grants for village halls and community buildings from 15 funders. 4 close in the next 30 days, the first on 22 October 2026, 12 are open all year with no fixed deadline, and 3 were added this week. Each entry links to the official source.
Listings last checked 19 October 2026. Guide checked 21 October 2026.
England alone has more than 10,000 village halls, according to ACRE, and almost all are run by volunteers. Add community centres, church halls and other shared spaces across the UK, and these buildings host everything from playgroups and exercise classes to post offices and warm spaces.
This page lists live grants for village halls, community centres and community spaces, for repairs, improvements, accessibility, energy efficiency and the activities that keep them busy.
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Brockaghboy Community Benefit Fund
Greencoat Capital / Community Foundation Northern Ireland
The Brockaghboy Community Benefit Fund gives local groups money for community projects near Brockaghboy Wind Farm in Swatragh, County L/Derry. The fund was set up in 2016 by TCI Renewables and was later taken over by Greencoat Capital. Its aim is to support locally beneficial, community-based projects and initiatives. You can apply for up to £3,000. The fund is interested in projects that improve collaboration among local groups and organisations. It also looks for projects that bring clear benefit to people experiencing disadvantage or life limiting circumstances, make more use of existing community space and sustainable venues, bring different generations together, or increase local participation through sports, culture and the arts. This fund suits charities and community organisations based within a 6km radius of the wind farm. The distance is measured in a straight line, so where your organisation is located really matters. The page invites applications only from organisations inside that area. The closing date is 5 November 2026 at 1pm. The fund is listed on the Community Foundation Northern Ireland page of open grants. Check that your organisation and project are eligible before you start, and aim to finish your application well before the closing time. Official source: https://communityfoundationni.org/achieving-impact/available-grants/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.
Tameside Live Well Spaces Fund 2026
Action Together
Grants of £25,000 over 12 months for community spaces in Tameside working towards the Live Well Spaces Quality Mark, paid in stages. VCFSE organisations running community spaces in Tameside can apply. Submit an initial expression of interest to Action Together by 12 noon on 9 November 2026. Official source: https://www.actiontogether.org.uk/tameside-live-well-spaces-fund-2026. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.
Cloonty Community Benefit Fund
Community Foundation Northern Ireland
The Cloonty Community Benefit Fund offers up to £5,000 to local community projects in Northern Ireland. Gaelectric set it up in 2016 and it is now managed by CGN Europe, a wind energy and energy storage company. CGN says its wind farms should bring real benefits to the people who live nearby, and this fund is one way it does that. The fund is for projects within 6km of the Cloonty Wind Farm site. The area is bounded by the B17 Straid Road to the north, the B62 Ballybogey Road to the west, and the B147 Kirk Road and Ballintea Road to the south and east. The funder lists these priorities: - projects that build skills for young adults and the unemployed - inter-generational projects - collaborative projects - projects that tackle rural isolation - community arts projects - projects that make better use of community space You can ask for up to £5,000. The page does not state a minimum award. The fund closes at 1pm on 22 October 2026, so time is short if you want to apply. The main practical point is location. Your project must sit inside the 6km area, so check the boundary roads before you start. The Community Foundation for Northern Ireland lists the fund, and its Grants Team can help you with your application. Official source: https://communityfoundationni.org/achieving-impact/available-grants/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.
Greenwich Strength in People Themed Grants 2027 to 2031
Royal Borough of Greenwich
Royal Borough of Greenwich is investing in the voluntary, community and faith sector over the next four years, from 2027 to 2031. Strength in People themed grants are one part of that. They sit alongside other grant sizes and commissioned services. The themed grants cover nine priority areas. These are befriending and social connection for vulnerable adults; carers; community centres activity; creative health and socially engaged arts and culture; homelessness and people at risk of rough sleeping; information, guidance, advice and specialist support; SEND, learning disabilities and autism; volunteering infrastructure; and volunteering opportunities for families known to Children's Social Care. How much you can bid for depends on the theme. Befriending is up to £60,000. Carers is up to £65,000. Community centres is up to £70,000. Creative health and arts is up to £75,000. Homelessness is up to £100,000. Information, guidance and advice has three levels: up to £65,000, up to £100,000 and up to £225,000 for specialist advice and casework. Each theme sets out its purpose and the outcomes funded projects should help deliver. The Carers and SEND themes use a life course approach. You can focus on one age group or on key transition points, and you do not need to work across all ages. One practical point to note: the homelessness theme centres on a single private rented sector service. Applicants must show they can deliver it to a high standard. Download the funding prospectus for the full detail on each theme. Official source: https://www.royalgreenwich.gov.uk/help-money/voluntary-community-funding/people-themed-grants. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.
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Hertfordshire Community Spaces Fund
Hertfordshire Community Foundation (Hertfordshire County Council)
Grants (previously Warm and Cool Spaces) helping groups open free, welcoming and safe spaces where local people can socialise and take part in activities, especially people affected by the cost of living. Past grantees must wait six months. Amount: Up to £2,000. Rolling: about a two-month turnaround. Who can apply: Not-for-profit voluntary, community and faith groups, charities and eligible CICs based in Hertfordshire, with the policies the fund requires. How to apply: Read the guidance notes and due diligence checks on the HCF page, then apply online through the link on that page. Call 01707 251351 or email grants@hertscf.org.uk for help. Official source: https://www.hertscf.org.uk/warmspaces. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.
Robertson Trust Community Spaces Grants
The Robertson Trust
Revenue funding for up to three years towards the costs of community centres, hubs and anchor organisations hosting services that prevent or reduce poverty and trauma. No capital building costs. Amount: £5,000 to £20,000 a year for up to three years. Rolling: no closing date; decisions in 8 to 10 weeks. Who can apply: Registered charities in Scotland with annual income of £30,000 to £500,000 and at least three unconnected trustees. Not alongside a Robertson Small or Large Grant. How to apply: Read the full guidance for the fund on The Robertson Trust website, then apply online through the link in the guidance. Decisions currently take 10 to 12 weeks. Email funding@therobertsontrust.org.uk or call 0141 353 4321 for help. Official source: https://www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/funding/types-of-funding/community-spaces-grants/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.
Coalfields Community Capital Grant in Wales
Coalfields Regeneration Trust (funded by Welsh Government)
Capital funding to help community and voluntary organisations that manage community facilities safeguard, maintain or improve them. Amount: £500 to £7,000. Rolling annual programme. Who can apply: Community and voluntary organisations managing community facilities in eligible coalfield areas of Wales (see guidance notes). How to apply: Download the application form and guidance notes from the Coalfields Regeneration Trust grants page and follow the guidance. Official source: https://www.coalfields-regen.org.uk/grants. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.
Guide
Checked 21 October 2026 against the official sources linked.
Capital or revenue?
Funders split costs into capital, such as a new roof, kitchen, toilets or heating, and revenue, such as running costs and activities. Many grants only cover one, so check which your project needs before you apply. Capital funds often ask whether you own the building or hold a long lease, and may want a condition survey and quotes.
Free advice for halls in England
ACRE coordinates a village hall advice service, with advisers based in every rural county of England. They help with governance, recruiting volunteers, applying for funding and building projects. ACRE also says around half of halls find it hard to recruit new committee members, so funders may ask how you will keep the hall running.
Source: ACRE: support for village halls
Cutting energy costs
Energy is one of the biggest bills for most halls. Some of the grants below pay for insulation, LED lighting, heating controls or solar panels. Start with an energy audit or advice from Energy Saving Trust, then use it to show a funder the savings your project will make.
Source: Energy Saving Trust
Show the building is used
A funder paying for a building wants to see it busy. Keep a simple record of bookings, groups and numbers, and gather letters of support from hall users. Explain who would lose out if the building closed or could not be used in winter.
Who funds this
| Funder | Open grants here |
|---|---|
| Cumbria Community Foundation | 2 |
| Action Together | 1 |
| Cardiff Council | 1 |
| Coalfields Regeneration Trust (funded by Welsh Government) | 1 |
| Community Foundation Northern Ireland | 1 |
| Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland | 1 |
| East Cambridgeshire District Council | 1 |
| Foundation Scotland | 1 |
15 different funders in total. Where a maximum award is stated, the middle value is £8,500.
By grant size
| Largest award | Open grants |
|---|---|
| Up to £2,000 | 2 |
| £2,001 to £10,000 | 7 |
| £10,001 to £100,000 | 2 |
| Over £100,000 | 1 |
| Amount varies or not stated | 4 |
All open grants (16)
No deadline listed
Check the funder's current application window before you apply.
Brighter Borough Fund
Wigan Council
The Brighter Borough Fund is run by Wigan Council. It lets local councillors propose and support schemes that improve the environment and benefit the community in their wards. It suits community and voluntary organisations based in Wigan Borough, or able to show benefits to the area. Projects should aim to improve the environment, enhance community facilities or help develop community spirit. Examples include contributions to community events, improvements to community facilities, school initiatives outside the national curriculum, festive celebrations, and improvements to open spaces and local parks. You start by contacting one of your local councillors, for the area where you live or where your organisation is based. If a councillor agrees to support your application, they will send you a web link to the online form. You will need to give details such as your organisation's name, how you plan to use the funds and a breakdown of costs. Once the councillor has received your application, you will get an email telling you whether it has been supported. After final approval, payment is made by BACS within 7-10 working days. One thing to bear in mind: the funding is for specific projects, not for the annual running costs of an organisation. There should be no expectation of future funding. It cannot pay for activities that have already taken place or purchases already made. Audit checks may be carried out, so keep your original invoices and receipts. Official source: https://www.wigan.gov.uk/Business/Finance-and-Grants/Community-funding/Brighter-Borough-Fund.aspx. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.
East Cambridgeshire Facilities Improvement Grant
East Cambridgeshire District Council
The Facilities Improvement Grant from East Cambridgeshire District Council helps to develop and improve community facilities that make life better for people in East Cambridgeshire. It pays for capital projects only. That could mean improving or building a village hall, community centre, sport and leisure centre, play facility or public open space. Ongoing running costs are not eligible. Your project must fit one of four categories: community centres or village halls, multi-purpose sports and leisure centres that serve the general public, play facilities, or open spaces. The council looks mainly for evidence that you have assessed local community needs. You can ask for up to £10,000. The fund is open all year round, so there is no closing date. You can apply online, or download the application form as a PDF and return it to the council. Applicants typically include parish or town councils in East Cambridgeshire, charities, companies limited by guarantee, industrial or provident societies and community interest companies. There is one important caveat. If a parish holds unallocated Section 106 or Community Infrastructure Levy money that covers the full cost of your project, you cannot apply. If that money falls short of the total cost, you can apply for the balance, up to £10,000. Non-parish council applicants should check with their parish council first. To find out about S106 funding, email FIG@eastcambs.gov.uk or call 01353 665555. Only £30,000 is available each year across all projects, so not every eligible application may be funded. Each organisation can apply once in a financial year. Official source: https://eastcambs.gov.uk/services/community-safety-and-wellbeing/grants-and-community-projects/facilities-improvement-grant. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.
Alston Moor Community Fund
Cumbria Community Foundation
The Alston Moor Community Fund, run by Cumbria Community Foundation, gives grants to organisations in the civil parish of Alston Moor. It is funded by an anonymous donor. The fund backs initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help people reach their potential. It also supports projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action in the parish. Examples of projects the fund has supported include community events and festivals, improvements to community facilities, arts and culture programmes, and community development and sustainability work. If your idea fits one of those themes, this could be a good match. The fund is open to charitable, not-for-profit groups. That means charities and community groups are the main audience. It will not support individuals. The Foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so it is worth reading those before you start. Grants will normally be up to £2,000, so think about how far a smaller award can take your project. Your project should benefit the civil parish of Alston Moor. All applications are now made through the Foundation's online application portal. The Foundation has a step-by-step portal help guide to walk you through it. If you would like to talk about the fund first, you can contact Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or email grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/alston-moor-community-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.
Carcant Wind Farm Community Fund (Heriot)
Foundation Scotland
The Carcant Wind Farm Community Fund (Heriot) is run by Foundation Scotland. It backs community projects that benefit people living in the Heriot Community Council area in the Scottish Borders. The money comes from community benefit payments made by the operators of two wind farms near Heriot, Carcant and Toddleburn. Grants run from £250 to £10,000. Larger requests may be considered in exceptional cases where you can show significant impact, and the page advises you to call the Fund Manager before applying for more. The fund can pay up to 100% of project costs. It can cover equipment, staff or sessional workers, consultations, running costs for local groups, and the maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. The fund supports activities that encourage community spirit, improve access to services, improve local transport infrastructure, build the local economy, strengthen cooperation between groups, or develop and maintain community assets. The last listed funding round closed on 19 September 2025, with decisions in mid November. The page also says other applications may be submitted at any time, with a 6-8 week turnaround for decisions. If your request is time sensitive, the Panel may be able to consider it between rounds, so contact the Fund Adviser. One practical point: if you apply for running costs, there is no guarantee of support year after year. The fund encourages groups to work towards self-sufficiency. It also cannot pay for second-hand vehicles or energy consumption costs. Applications from groups that have explored other funding or raised money locally are looked on favourably. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/carcant-heriot. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.
Westmorland Community Fund
Cumbria Community Foundation
The Westmorland Community Fund supports projects in the communities where Westmorland Ltd colleagues live. It is run by Cumbria Community Foundation and was set up in 2009 by the Dunning Family of Westmorland Ltd. The aim is to help these communities thrive, create a legacy and deliver long term benefits. Grants range from £500 to £10,000. Multi-year grants are only considered for projects that show strong potential to grow their impact over time, for example by attracting further funding, inspiring new initiatives or encouraging wider community involvement. The fund suits community groups that support young people, manage facilities such as community halls and youth clubs, or provide community-based services. Your project must take place in Appleby-in-Westmorland, Brough, Kirkby Stephen, Penrith, Stainton, Shap, Tebay or Kendal. Priority goes to projects that help named communities thrive, support young people to reach their potential, improve mental health and wellbeing, link with the Westmorland family's interests in sustainable development and local produce, farming and craft, or have real potential to grow and leave a legacy. Examples the funder gives include youth clubs, skills training for young people, mental health workshops, community building renovations and enterprise mentoring projects. The funder also hopes to build a lasting, two-way relationship with the groups it supports. It welcomes groups that are keen to connect with Westmorland colleagues. Applications are open now. One practical caveat: the fund will not support individuals, one-off or annual events, trips, nature projects, sports clubs, animal charities or public toilets. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/westmorlandcommunityfund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.
Cardiff Grassroots Venue Fund
Cardiff Council
Cardiff Council offers funding to help grassroots venues in Cardiff become more sustainable. The money can be used to improve your venue's operations and make it more financially or environmentally sustainable. You must be an existing grassroots venue in Cardiff to apply. This could include music venues, community halls, or entertainment spaces. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. You can use the money for improvements that will help your venue run better or be more environmentally friendly.
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The Robertson Trust
Revenue funding for up to three years towards the costs of community centres, hubs and anchor organisations hosting services that prevent or reduce poverty and trauma. No capital building costs. Amount: £5,000 to £20,000 a year for up to three years. Rolling: no closing date; decisions in 8 to 10 weeks. Who can apply: Registered charities in Scotland with annual income of £30,000 to £500,000 and at least three unconnected trustees. Not alongside a Robertson Small or Large Grant. How to apply: Read the full guidance for the fund on The Robertson Trust website, then apply online through the link in the guidance. Decisions currently take 10 to 12 weeks. Email funding@therobertsontrust.org.uk or call 0141 353 4321 for help. Official source: https://www.therobertsontrust.org.uk/funding/types-of-funding/community-spaces-grants/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.
Questions
What grants are there for village halls?
Today GrantMatch lists 16 live grants for village halls, community centres and community spaces, from 15 funders. 9 offer up to £10,000 and 12 have no fixed deadline.
Can we get a grant to repair our village hall roof?
Yes, several funds pay for repairs and improvements to community buildings. Capital funders usually want quotes, proof that you own the hall or hold a long enough lease, and a plan for future maintenance.
Who can help us apply?
In England, ACRE coordinates a network of village hall advisers in every rural county. In Scotland and Wales, the national voluntary sector bodies, SCVO and WCVA, have funding advice for community groups.
Can grants pay for running costs?
Some can, but most building grants are for capital works. Running costs are usually best met from hire income, with grants for specific activities or improvements.
How do you check these grants?
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