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WDC Cost of Living Grant Fund
The WDC Cost of Living Fund is now open, the final date for applications is Monday 9th December 2024.
WDC are inviting community organisations including small grass-root groups to apply for up to £1,500 in support.
The purpose of the grant fund is to support projects or initiatives that can help households who are struggling to ease cost of living pressures, these could include:
- Supplying food and other household essentials
- Assisting with access to services
- Helping with finances (for example, maximising income and reducing debt)
- Supporting mental health and wellbeing
- Tackling social inequalities
- Improving Community Assets and their sustainability
You can access more information and the application form via this link – https://www.warwickdc.gov.uk/info/20615/community_grants/1874/cost_of_living_fund
Please note that you cannot save the online form, and you will have to complete it in one go. We recommend that prepare your answers in advance to copy and paste into the application form. The questions are available as a downloadable document to allow you to prepare – Cost of living fund application questions. You will receive a confirmation email once your online application is submitted.
You are welcome to discuss your project idea with your local Community Development Worker, Lindsey, Jo or Kate.
WDC also encourage you to speak to Fiona at WCAVA for support or guidance with the application process.
Fiona Spiers, Funding and Group Development Officer – Warwick District
Email: fiona.spiers@wcava.org.uk
Mobile: 07596 321979