Community and voluntary groups in Castleford are being encouraged to apply for funding from the Castleford Pride in Place Community Grants Programme. Grants ranging from £100 to £10,000 will be available for community projects.
The Castleford Pride in Place Board has allocated £250,000 to the community grants programme, to be distributed over four years. The scheme will be rolled out in phases, with the first phase starting on 31 July 2026. Applications for phase one must be received by 31 August 2026.
Who can apply
Applications will be open to organisations within the Castleford Pride in Place boundary, including community associations, charities and voluntary groups.
What projects are eligible
Applicants must show how their project will provide genuine community benefits and support one or more Pride in Place themes: regeneration and heritage, housing, work and skills, health and wellbeing, community cohesion, education, and transport and safety.
Projects that may be eligible for funding include improvements to community facilities, public space enhancements, community events, cultural and heritage initiatives, wellbeing activities, new equipment and skills development programmes.
The funding is backed by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government through the Pride in Place programme, and is intended to invest directly in community-led projects that improve neighbourhoods and strengthen community pride.
How to apply
Application forms and guidance can be requested by emailing [email protected]. Further information is available at https://www.wakefield.gov.uk/castleford-community-grants