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Funding Available for Voluntary and Community Groups

26/05/2023 The application process for this year’s Voluntary Organisation Grant is now open.

Funding is available to groups in the Rochford district that provide support for residents.

Grants up to £1000 are available for projects that align outcomes with the local strategic priorities, as detailed in the Council’s Business Plan. and with the four key priorities of the Castle Point & Rochford Health and Wellbeing Strategy 2022-2025.

For more information, please visit our website, where you will find guidance on this year’s process as well as information on other grants available to community groups in the district.

Please use this link to apply online for the grant Apply for a Voluntary Sector Grant

The closing date for applications is Sunday 11^th June 2023.

If you would like support to complete the application, contact RRAVS Community support, volunteering advice for the Rochford District (rravs.org.uk), telephone number 01268 772796

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