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Community Building Grants (Cheltenham)

Cheltenham Borough Council

Description

Small rolling grants of up to £300 from Cheltenham Borough Council to help parish councils, voluntary/community organisations, neighbourhood groups, and schools run small-scale projects, events, and activities that build and support community spirit and neighbourhood wellbeing. Applications are welcomed at any time and assessed as they arrive, though the annual pot closes once fully allocated.

Amount

Up to £300

Deadline

Rolling / no fixed deadline

Eligibility summary

  • Available in: England.
  • Open to individuals — not restricted to businesses.
  • Most relevant to: Charity & Nonprofit, Education.
Notes
Genuinely rolling with no fixed round dates, but the pot is cash-limited each financial year and can close early once fully allocated — worth checking current availability before referring users.
Requirement
Parish council, constituted voluntary/community/neighbourhood organisation, or school within Cheltenham borough, able to provide a matching contribution (cash or volunteer time valued at £12/hour).

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How to apply

Complete the online application form (Microsoft Forms) linked from Cheltenham Borough Council's Community Building Grants page.

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Last verified: 1 August 2026. See the footer disclaimer — this is general information, not financial or tax advice.