Stinchcombe Parish Council Community Grants

Stinchcombe Parish Council offers small community grants to support activities and projects that benefit the Stinchcombe community.

The aim of the scheme is to encourage community activity, support local organisations and help deliver projects that improve the wellbeing, environment and social life of the parish.

Each year the Parish Council sets a grant budget in January. Applications are then considered by councillors at the Annual Meeting of the Council in May.

The total funding available each year is usually between £1,000 and £2,000, which is shared between successful applicants.

Who can apply

Applications are welcome from:

• local voluntary and community organisations/individual volunteers

• charities and not-for-profit groups

• community clubs and societies

• organisations delivering projects that benefit residents of Stinchcombe

Applicants should normally be based in the parish or be able to demonstrate a clear benefit to residents of Stinchcombe.

What grants can support

The Parish Council normally provides funding towards specific project costs, particularly capital items such as equipment or materials.

Projects that may be supported include:

• community activities or events

• projects that improve local facilities

• environmental or biodiversity initiatives

• activities supporting health, wellbeing or social inclusion

• equipment or resources that benefit local groups

The Parish Council does not normally fund salaries or ongoing operational costs.

How applications are assessed

All eligible applications are considered by the Parish Council using assessment criteria designed to support fair and consistent decision making.

Applications are assessed against factors such as:

• the benefit to residents of Stinchcombe

• how the project supports community activity and wellbeing

• the positive impact on the wider community

• value for money and financial planning

• the viability of the project and the organisation’s ability to deliver it

• any previous grant support received from the Parish Council

Meeting the criteria does not guarantee funding. Councillors will consider all applications before making a final decision.

What information applicants need to provide

Applicants will normally be asked to provide:

• a description of their organisation

• details of the proposed project

• the amount of funding requested

• the total cost of the project

• information about other funding sources

• expected outcomes and benefits for the community

Supporting documents such as accounts or bank statements may also be requested where appropriate.

How to apply

Applications should be submitted to the Clerk using the Community Grant Application Form (see below).

Applications are normally invited in early spring, with councillors considering requests during April – May.

Applicants will be informed of the Council’s decision following the meeting.

Deadline

30th April 2026

Contact

If you would like to discuss a potential project before submitting an application, please contact the Clerk.

clerk@stinchcombeparishcouncil.gov.uk