Fylde Council is pleased to announce the successful allocation of Community Projects Fund grants, demonstrating the Council’s ongoing commitment to supporting grassroots initiatives across the borough.
The Community Projects Fund, which allocates £20,000 annually, continues to provide critical support to local voluntary, community and faith groups, enabling transformative projects that enhance community wellbeing and local heritage.
Recent grant awards include:
- Lytham St Annes Art Society (831): Funding secured for a critical defibrillator after a medical emergency involving a member of the society, highlighting the importance of community health and emergency preparedness.
- The Yogi Community (£1,005): Grant to support yoga and mindfulness training for school teachers and care home workers to deliver innovative wellbeing training to schools and care homes in the community.
- Kirkham Cultural Consortium (£1470.57): Supporting the ‘Culture in the Market Square’ project, celebrating Kirkham’s local heritage and culture through monthly events between March and August.
- Newton, Clifton and Salwick Field Day (£237): Funding for sum-up machines to improve event management and support a community gathering of over 2,000 participants.
- St Thomas’ Guides (£276): Supporting equipment and workshops to create compostable wreaths for the 80th Anniversary of VE Day at cemeteries across Fylde.
Councillor Chris Dixon, Lead Member for Social Wellbeing, commented: “The Community Projects Fund is a testament to our Council’s desire to nurture local talent and support initiatives that directly improve the quality of life for our residents. From health and wellness to cultural preservation, these grants highlight the fantastic organisations we have here in Fylde, and helps them to deliver and expand on the much-appreciated support they give to residents.”
The Fund continues to support projects across two tiers, with grants between £300 and £2,000 for larger initiatives and up to £300 for smaller projects. All successful applications demonstrate clear benefits to the local community, whether through environmental enhancement, community cohesion or economic development.
Local voluntary, community and faith groups interested in applying for future funding can find detailed information about eligibility criteria and the application process here.
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