Grants for young people - YouthBank
YouthBanks are run by young people for young people. If you've got a good idea for a project which could benefit young people or your local community, YouthBanks can give you a grant to help you make it happen. YouthBank is a national scheme, and there's a local YouthBank in East Sussex.
Anyone aged between 13 and 19 can apply, but your group can be aged up to 25 if you have special needs. Grant ideas and applications must come directly from a young person. Grants are not given to individuals but to groups of young people.
For more information and to download the application visit the website.
Sports Development Awards 2009
If you compete at sport at a high level, and are aged over 11 and under 19 on 31 August 2009, you can apply for a cash award to help with your ambitions. Awards range from £50 to £150. The closing date is 27 February 2009.
To apply you must:
- be aged over 11 and under 19 on 31 August 2009
- go to an East Sussex maintained secondary school, community college or special school (see guidance notes below for a complete list of schools and colleges)
- compete in your respective sport at county, regional or national level
- compete in a sport recognised by Sport England (see guidance notes below for a list of all sports).
How to apply:
Ask your parent or guardian to fill out the form and ask your headteacher or principal to complete it. Successful applicants and their parents will be invited to attend a special evening ceremony to celebrate the awards in May 2009.
For more information
www.eastsussex.gov.uk/leisureandtourism/sport/form1.htm
Big Lottery Progammes
This Fund exists to promote the wellbeing and development of young people in areas such as: enjoying good physical and mental health; staying safe; developing skills for adulthood; making a positive contribution to society; and overcoming disadvantage. Different programmes and strands are available in England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland Visit BLF. Find out more
Happy Days Children Charity
Funds holidays and outings for children and young people from three to 17 with special needs, victims of abuse, neglect or domestic violence, bereavement, or who have a caring role for other family members. Rolling application programme. Visit Happy Days Children’s Charity. Find out more
PCT Small Grants Scheme
The Health Improvement small grants programme offers voluntary groups in Wealden District access to grants of up to £500. The focus is supporting health and social inclusion projects, especially activities and projects that promote good health and well-being. Email Karl Parks for more information.
Do you need more help? Then Contact the Community Grants Officer at Wealden District Council if you would like any advice on any of the funding listed above on 01323 443520 or email.
