Who is eligible for Local Network Fund (Durham)?

Available in: England. Most relevant to: Charity & Nonprofit.

What is the deadline for Local Network Fund (Durham)?

The deadline is 30 September 2026.

Local Network Fund (Durham)

Durham County Council

Description

A £1.2m Durham County Council fund (£100,000 per Local Network area) supporting community groups, schools, and other organisations across County Durham with grants of £5,000 to £10,000 per project. Projects must address at least one priority area: community safety, employment/jobs/skills, health and wellbeing, environment, education, housing, or culture/heritage/events.

Amount

£5,000 to £10,000 per project

Deadline

30 September 2026

Eligibility summary

Available in: England.
Most relevant to: Charity & Nonprofit.

Notes: Described by the council as a one-off process with limited time available — deadline 30 September 2026.
Requirement: Community group, school, or other organisation operating in County Durham, with a project addressing at least one of the fund's priority areas.

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How to apply

Email localnetwork@durham.gov.uk to request further information and an application pack.

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