Elmbridge Grants for Volunteer Groups

Elmbridge Borough recognises the vital role that voluntary sector organisations play in Elmbridge and it has increased its grant programme from £20,800 to £45,000 next year. The grant is an effective way for the borough supporting voluntary organisations which support people in need in Elmbridge and many good causes. Organisations in the voluntary sector are invited to apply for funding from 1 November for the financial year 2014/15, applications can be submitted for running costs, equipment or project costs, in particular to support vulnerable groups in the community. Previously successful grants have been given to projects supporting people with learning disabilities, community voluntary car schemes and counselling for people suffering from bereavement. Since 2012 there have been over seventy successful applicants and so many innovative and creative initiatives and schemes have been developed as a result. In addition further voluntary sector organisations have been supported through our Jubilee Fund Scheme. Apply online or for a paper application form, please contact: Voluntary Sector Support Office Elmbridge Borough 1 High Street ESHER KT10 9SD telephone 01372 474549 or email commservices@elmbridge.gov.uk Applicants should state which application they require, for example if they are applying for £2,000 or less they require a small application form, if they are applying for over £2,000 they should request a medium application form.