Applications open for funding to celebrate VE Day anniversary
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A special community fund has been launched by Northumberland County Council to help communities across the county to commemorate the 80th anniversary of the end of the Second World War.
The 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe Day will be commemorated nationally on 8 May 2025 and the council has set up its VE 80 fund to help local communities with the cost of organising events to mark this historic anniversary.
The £10,000 fund is open to non-profit making community and voluntary groups, schools, parish councils, churches and local charities within Northumberland.
Grants of up to £250 are available and the application process is straightforward.
The fund will open for applications on Friday 24 January through to Friday 21 February or until all of the funds are allocated. Applications will be considered on a first come first served basis and offer letters will be sent out to successful applicants during the first week of March.
Northumberland County Council’s cabinet member for culture and Armed Forces Champion, Cllr Jeff Watson, said:
“This landmark occasion celebrates 80 years since the end of the Second World War in Europe, when Britain and its Allies formally accepted Germany’s unconditional surrender.
“We hope that residents will share the pride and spirit of our country by commemorating our war heroes and making it a really special and memorable day.
“Our fund will help communities to host their own commemorative events and ensure the legacy of those who served is celebrated and shared across all generations of our community.”
The council’s VE Day fund will be restricted to community events and activity, for example, street entertainment, including performance fees, hire costs, such as for marquees, PA equipment and for hospitality, excluding alcohol.
The fund will not be eligible for religious or political activities, commemorative projects, such as benches, tree planting, gifts, prizes or memorabilia, such as coins, mugs, etc
For further information contact: communitychest@northumberland.gov.uk
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