Voluntary and community groups across the county that need financial assistance are being invited to apply for funding from Northumberland County Council’s community chest scheme. 

The deadline for the next round of funding is 10 January 2025, and the application process is very straight forward. 

The money can be used for a wide range of community causes including those that enhance the environment and promote health and wellbeing. The grant has also been particularly helpful to youth groups and sports groups. 

Grants of 75% up to a maximum of £5,000 are available and there is no minimum amount for applications. 

Northumberland County Councillor Wojciech Ploszaj , Cabinet member with responsibility for  Corporate Services said: 

 “We are continuing to work with and invest in the community and voluntary sector and over the years this popular grant fund has helped so many hard-working groups to finance worthwhile community causes. It’s a very simple application process so please do get in touch if you think you have a project we may be able to help you fund.” 
 

For more information or to apply to the fund you can go to https://www.northumberland.gov.uk/Councillors/Community-Chest  or email: communitychest@northumberland.gov.uk