voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
UK Government - Community Ownership Fund
Created: 19/01/2024The UK Government has announced the award of circa £8m at the last round of Community Ownership Projects in Scotland. Community Ownership Fund Round 3, Bidding Window 3, is now open for applicants who have successfully passed the expression of interest stage.
The purpose of the funding is to take ownership of assets at risk of loss in your community. The aims are to:
Who Can Apply
Incorporated voluntary and community organisations and parish, town and community councils (depending on eligibility requirements).
Funding Available
No more than £50,000 or 20% of the total capital funding applied for, whichever is smaller. They encourage all groups to apply, as all projects will incur initial running costs.
How to Apply
For advice and support with queries, please contact the development support provider via the enquiry form on the My Community website. This website also contains useful information and webinars to help develop your proposals including:
Contact [email protected] for more information.
A full list of the last batch of successful bidders can be found here.
The closing date for applications is 11.59am on Wednesday 31 January 2024.