Are you a Tenant and Resident community group/association or looking to set a new group up in your area?
Do you need assistance with the basics to run a group? Room hire, insurance or stationary costs? The Better-Connected Communities start up or annual grant may be able to help.
Groups can apply for up to £500 to set up a new group or £250 annually to help with running costs.
Contact the Tenant Voice and Engagement Team about what support is available to you.
Who can apply
Local constituted Tenant and Resident Community groups / associations.
Groups must be locally led, meaning they are managed by people who live in the area where activities take place or have proof of community support.
What we will fund: this list isn’t comprehensive; we advise that you speak to a Tenant Voice and Engagement officer before applying to discuss your application.
- Room hire for monthly and Annual general meetings
- Equipment
- Resources, promotion material
- Stationary
- Public liability insurance.
Criteria
- Tenant and Resident Community group / association within the eligible areas - View Eligible Funding Boroughwide Area map
- Must have at least 3 people (unrelated) on the management board
- Have a signed constitution
- Groups must have a bank account, in the group name with at least 2 (unrelated) signatories
- Must have a recent bank statement from the last 3 months
- View Funding Boroughwide Area map.
How the Decision is made
All applications will be checked to ensure they meet the criteria, you may be contacted by the Tenant Voice and Engagement Team to discuss in more detail.
How to apply
Contact your Tenant Voice and Engagement Officer – They can offer advice and support with your application.
Please note: You will need to show us a copy of your constitution and bank account before any funds are awarded.