Community groups can make the most of cost-of-living fund
Community groups can now apply to a fund to support residents with financial pressures.
The Cost of Living Community Fund is now open for applications from organisations who support residents using money from Bury Council and the government, with support from Bury Voluntary and Community Faith Alliance (Bury VCFA).
Projects should help residents manage cost-of-living pressures and support local neighbourhoods.
Individual organisations can apply for up to £2000 while voluntary groups working with others (minimum 2 groups working together) may apply for up to £5000 per application.
To find out more come along to the meet the funder events:
- in-person Cost of Living ‘Meet the Funder’ Session on Wednesday, 14 August 2024 5–6pm at Bury VCFA Office. Click here to book on the session
To apply go to: https://www.buryvcfa.org.uk/grants/
If you have any queries or for further support with your application you can call 0161 518 5550.
The deadline to apply is 30 August 2024.
If residents need help with cost of living and financial support then please go to Let’s manage tough times – Bury Council or contact 0161 253 5400.
“They are on the ground working directly with vulnerable communities and providing support where it is needed. Previous grants have helped support groups to provide kitchen equipment and sessions about cooking on a budget, wellbeing and exercise activities, support for food banks and food pantries, debt and money advice, provide affordable clothing and school uniforms, and making sure residents can use online services.
“Out LET’S Strategy is all about working together to improve people’s lives. Our community and voluntary sector demonstrate our LETS principles focusing on local neighbourhoods with an enterprising and innovative spirit, working together, and building on existing strengths amid cost-of-living pressures.”
