Kingshurst Community
Fund
This fund has now closed. It closed to applicants on October 22nd.
The Kingshurst Community Fund is a grant programme for projects in Solihull that support children, young people and families and aim to strengthen the local community by implementing activities that bring the people in Kingshurst together. The Fund is also designed to ensure that local community spaces, assets, and buildings are used for the benefit of the community.
The Kingshurst Community Fund is supported by Colebridge Trust, Seeds of Hope, Kingshurst J&I School and local church leaders.
The Fund is set out to:
- Support children and young people
- Improve community connections in particular children and young people
- Promote inclusion and diversity between children and young people
- Promote and encourage community cohesion between children and young people
- Support health & wellbeing of children and young people
Micro grants of up to £300 are available for projects supporting the following:
- One off community activity e.g., community picnics
- Activities that bring the community closer together
- Community arts projects
The grants will be allocated for one off or short-term projects due to the size of the grant.
Individuals wishing to submit an application must work with a local constituted organisation or group. The Solihull MBC Community Development Team will provide support and guidance and will be able to put you in touch with an organisation or group who may be willing to support your application – you can contact the Solihull Community Development Team (Solihull MBC) via cdt@solihull.gov.uk
Support and information can also be provided by Colebridge Trust. Individuals must demonstrate their understanding of safeguarding and must work with their chosen trusted organisation and adopt their safeguarding policies.
Please read the Fund Factsheet and our Essential Information before applying.