The UK Government has announced that the final round of the £150 million Community Ownership Fund is now open for expressions of interest.
This is a £150 million initiative designed to help community groups take ownership of assets that are at risk of being lost, such as:
- Community centres,
- Cinemas and theatres,
- Galleries,
- Museums,
- Music venues,
- Parks,
- Post office buildings,
- Pubs,
- Shops,
- Sporting and leisure facilities.
Eligible applicants include:
- Voluntary and community organisations,
- Parish, town, and community councils.
The maximum grant available per project is £2 million although it is expected that most awards will be for up to £250,000 of capital funding. 20% match funding is required (10% in exceptional circumstances).
Revenue funding of up to £50,000 or 20% of total capital funding applied for is also available.
Successful organisations will be invited to submit a full application when the round 4 funding window opens.
⏰ Deadline: 21st September 2024
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