Stockport Council has announced the launch of new ‘Spend Well, Live Well’ grants for community organisations provide vital services for borough residents.
Funded by the One Stockport Local Fund, any community, voluntary, or social enterprise organisation can apply for a grant of up to £5,000 for single organisation applications, or up to £20,000 for collaborative projects with other organisations.
The priorities for grant allocation will be focused on those who can provide support, services and activities to individuals, families or communities which are most in need. It could be a one-off project based around a response to the cost-of-living crisis, or a need for funding to widen access to or delivery of services.
Cllr Mark Hunter, Leader of Stockport Council, commented:
“In Stockport we have a fantastic network of community organisations who really do offer essential support for our residents, which is particularly important right now, as many of us feel the squeeze of rising prices and interest rates. Following the success of our warm spaces programme which ran over the course of last winter, we want to help support organisations with projects which will make a real difference to the lives of individuals and families struggling with the cost-of-living.
“I encourage all our wonderful community organisations to consider an application for a Spend Well, Live Well grant if you have an idea for a project or expansion plans.”
Community organisations can apply for the grants using this form, which includes examples of the kinds of projects Stockport Council is looking to support through the scheme. The deadline for applications is 30th May 2023.
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