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Farnworth Fund: Community Grants - Year 1 (2026-27)

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Farnworth Fund: Community Grants – Year 1 (2026–27)

Grants of up to £10,000 for groups supporting people in Farnworth

The Farnworth Fund: Community Grants Year 1 will support the provision of accessible community‑led activities that will help make Farnworth a more connected, confident and thriving place to live. The Fund offers grants of up to £10,000 for 12 months for Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise groups and organisations.

Bolton CVS is managing this fund on behalf of the Focus on Farnworth Board, as part of the Pride in Place Programme.

What is the Farnworth Fund?

The Farnworth Fund offers revenue grants of up to £10,000 for community‑led projects delivered over 12 months.

It can support:

  • New ideas
  • Expanding existing work
  • Continuing activities that are already making a difference

Funded activity must take place in:

  • Farnworth North Ward, or
  • Farnworth South Ward,

and must be open to residents living in Farnworth.

The funded projects must meet at least one of the priorities below:

  1. Improving wellbeing and social connections.
  2. Improving access to services and support.
  3. Increasing skills, learning and employment readiness.
  4. Strengthening communities through stronger and more resilient neighbourhoods.
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For more information on how to apply for a grant visit the Bolton CVS website by clicking on the Bolton CVS logo

The Bolton CVS webpage will also have:

  • Guidelines
  • The application questions
  • FAQ

VCSEs applying for the funding will need to have an account through the Bolton CVS website or sign up for one to access the application form via the Grants Dashboard.

There are instructions here: https://www.boltoncvs.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/How-to-apply-for-a-grant-through-Bolton-CVS-website-July-23.pdf

 

Meet the Funder: Farnworth Fund – Community Grants Year 1

 

Thinking about applying to the Farnworth Fund but have a few questions first?


Join us for a this 45‑minute online ‘Meet the Funder’ session where you can find out more about the Farnworth Fund: Community Grants Year 1

 

This informal session is for VCSE groups working with Farnworth residents who want to:

  • Find out if their idea is a good fit for the fund.
  • Understand what you can (and can’t) apply for.
  • Hear tips on putting together a strong application.
  • Find out about how Bolton CVS can support your organisation to ensure you are ‘funding ready’.
  • Ask questions about the Farnworth Fund

Whether you’re just exploring an idea or already drafting your application, you’re very welcome to join.

 

Date: Thursday 7th May
Time: 4 – 4.45pm
Where: Online via Zoom
Length: 45 minutes

Free to attend – booking essential

 

 

Book here  https://services.boltoncvs.org.uk/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=1701

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