Falkirk Council’s Small Grants aims to support community groups, voluntary and third sector organisations to deliver projects that will make a difference to people living in the Falkirk Council area.

The grants (from the Community Grant Scheme) offer up to £5,000 within any single financial year, normally towards community-based group projects which can be completed within one year.

The priorities for community grant funding are People, Place and Partnership:

People: projects that foster good community relationships between people
Place: projects that encourage people to take pride in their community
Partnership: projects which support Falkirk Council’s approach to early intervention, by providing services so people can live full, independent, and positive lives

Applications can be made at any time, and a decision will usually be made within 2 months from receipt of the application. Applications will be assessed on the following areas:

the project meets one of the 3 priorities listed above
what difference the project will make to people
who the project is targeting, and how many people will benefit
previous funding awards have been appropriately used
the project is inventive

When submitting an application, groups should have their Bank or Building Society account details ready. If they are a new organisation or group, Falkirk Council will also need a of copy of their constitution or set of rules.

For further information, including how to apply, tips on creating a successful application, and what will not be funded, please visit the Falkirk Council website.