Bradford - Council Funding

The information on this page is provided for Bradford by the bfunded partners.
Funding sources:

• Community Funding Unit
• Bradford South Area Committee
• Bradford North Area Committee
• Bradford West Area Committee
• Shipley Area Committee
• Keighley Area Committee
• Arts, Heritage and Leisure Department
• Tenant Involvement (now handled by Housing Associations)
• Social Services

Getting advice and support:

A lot of groups will be applying for money. Improve your chances by making a good application. Use the resources in this guide.
Get some HELP from one of the organisations listed in the Bradford Agency section. Don't assume you don't need help.

Bradford District's Big Plan (Sustainable Community Strategy)

For a copy of the Big Plan visit www.bradford.gov.uk/bigplan. The Big Plan is also be available in libraries and Council information points and one-stop shops. From Bradford Council's website:
The Big Plan is the district's Sustainable Community Strategy which all districts must have. It is the overarching plan for the district and sets out long term ambitions, and short term priorities with some indicative actions for how these will be achieved.

It details 3 transformational priorities:

• Improving Educational attainment
• Improving skills
• Regenerating the City and Town Centres

These will be delivered by actions within the following themes:

• Health and Wellbeing
• Children and Young People
• Safer Communities
• Environment
• Economy Skills, Housing and Transport
• Stronger Communities

Cohesion and sustainability are crosscutting issues that are thread throughout the plan and more importantly throughout the delivery actions bringing the plan into reality.

For more information about the Big Plan contact Stan Kidd at Email: stan.kidd@bradford.gov.uk or Tel: 01274 437785

It will be useful to bear in mind what the Council is trying to achieve through the Big Plan when making applications to them for funding or making a tender.

Community Development Service - Commissioning of services from voluntary organisations

The aim of the fund: Work with strategic district wide partnerships in various service areas (e.g. Supporting People, Early Years Partnership) as Commissioning Bodies. Provides support to voluntary and community organisations to provide services in Bradford district that meet identified needs and priorities.

Contact Details:
Community Funding Unit
First Floor
Jacobs Well
Bradford
BD1 5RW
Tel: (01274) 432595
Fax: (01274) 434585
Email: simon.baker@bradford.gov.uk
Contact Person: Simon Baker/Sheila Brett/Tony Sheeky

About the funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project
At discretion of Commissioning Bodies
Who they fund - Bradford based and managed organisations - from voluntary sector support groups, large local charitable organisations to small local community and voluntary groups
Who they won't fund - Supplementary schools and, in general, uniformed organisations
What do they fund - Only fund service related costs such as staff salaries, volunteer costs and running costs
What they won't fund - Capital costs for equipment etc

Type of funding:
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): No
One off funding (e.g. 1 day event/celebration): No
Revenue/on-going funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): Yes

What geographical area they cover - Bradford District

How to make an application
Details will be circulated when available budgets are confirmed, probably September annually.
Do they have leaflets or other written information available about their grants?
Regular mail outs to voluntary sector groups and articles in Briefing Bradford, the BCVS newsletter.
How regularly do they review the criteria? Annually
Deadlines for applications/timetable for decisions
Dependent upon when decisions regarding the budget are made.
Additional information
Funding can be for up to 3 years, which is why full funding in each service area may not be available every year.

What do they require of groups:
To have a constitution: Yes
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial or business plan: Depends
To have a project budget: Yes
(a budget lists the money you will need and what for - see Prepare section
To have a bank account: Yes
Need to be Bradford District based: Yes
Need matched funding: No
Additional information: Groups need to sign an agreement showing conditions of funding and the outputs agreed.

REMEMBER
This information was correct in summer 2003. Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.

The Community Funding Unit - Community Centre Grants

The aim of the fund Provide financial support for the 'core' or central costs of community centres
Contact Details:
Community Funding Unit, First Floor, Jacobs Well, Bradford, BD1 5RW Tel 01274 432595 Fax: 01274 434585 Email: simon.baker@bradford.gov.uk Contact person: Simon Baker/Sheila Brett/Tony Sheeky

About the Funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project - £1,000 to £10,000
Who they fund - Local community centres run on a not for profit basis by local management committees, providing a range of services to their communities
Who they won't fund - Centres that do not provide a range of services, (e.g. advice centres or arts centres) and centres that are not open to all in the local community
What do they fund - The central or cost costs of running the centre
What they won't fund - Capital costs for equipment, etc

Type of funding
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): No
One off funding (e.g. 1 day event/celebration): No
Revenue/ongoing funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): Yes
What geographical area do they cover: Bradford District

How to make an application -
Dependent upon when decisions regarding the budget are made. Application forms sent Out to eligible groups probably December/January annually. Do they have leaflets or other written information available about their grants? Regular mail outs to voluntary sector groups and articles in Briefing Bradford, the CVS newsletter. How regularly do they review the criteria? - Annually Deadlines for applications/timetable for decisions Deadline for returned applications will be confirmed at time of issuing application forms along with an indication of a decision date. Additional Information Funding can be for up to 3 years, so the full budget will not be available each year.

What do they require of groups:
To have a constitution: Yes
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial of business plan: No
To have a project budget: Yes
(a budget lists the money you will need and what for - see Prepare section
To have a bank account: Yes
Need to be Bradford based: Yes
Need match funding: No
Additional information: Groups need to sign an agreement showing conditions of funding and the outputs agreed

REMEMBER
This information was correct in summer 2003. Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.

The Community Funding Unit - Innovation Grants

The aim of the Fund: To support the development of new or innovative service ideas in the District.
Contact details:
Community Funding Unit, First Floor, Jacobs Well, Bradford, BD1 5RW Tel 01274 432595 Fax: 01274 434585 Email: simon.baker@bradford.gov.uk Contact person: Simon Baker/Sheila Brett/Tony Sheeky

About the Funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project - Up to £5,000
Who they fund - Bradford based and managed organisations who wish to pilot a new or innovative service. It may be useful to smaller organisations who might otherwise find it difficult to build up a track record of providing a service
Who they won't fund - Supplementary schools and, in general, uniformed organisations
What do they fund - New or innovative services. Consultancy or other external development costs, or the costs of a time limited service pilot leading to project feasibility and a funding strategy
What they won't fund - Capital costs for equipment, etc and as below

Type of funding:
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): No
One off funding (e.g. 1 day event/celebration): No
Revenue/ongoing funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): Yes
What geographical area do they cover - Bradford District

How to make an application -
Details to be confirmed. Do they have leaflets or other written information available about their grants? Proposal Paper drafted. Regular mail outs to voluntary sector groups and articles in Briefing Bradford, the CVS newsletter. How regularly do they review the criteria? Will be annually Deadlines for applications/timetable for decisions - Details to be confirmed. Additional Information This is a new grant programme, which commenced June 2003.

What do they require of groups:
To have a constitution: Yes
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial of business plan: Depends
To have a project budget: Yes
(a budget lists the money you will need and what for - see Prepare section
To have a bank account: Yes
Need to be Bradford based: Yes
Need match funding: No
Additional information: Groups will need to sign an agreement showing conditions of funding and the outputs agreed.

REMEMBER
This information was correct in summer 2003. Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.

Bradford South Area Committee - Community Chest

The aim of the fund: To support community groups and organisations.
Contact Details:
Floor,
Jacobs Well,
Bradford,
BD1 5RW
Tel: (01274) 431155 Fax: (01274) 433513
Email: rada.mijailovic@bradford.gov.uk Contact Person: Rada Mijailovic

About the funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project - Maximum £500
Who they fund - All age groups and sections of the community, in particular over 60's, unemployed (inner city areas), and to individuals to develop particular skills e.g. dance and sport. Also start up costs for new groups
Who they won't fund- Religious, political or campaigning groups
What do they fund - A wide range, for example, equipment, play schemes, football kits (under 18s), youth groups, elderly, basically all within flexible guidelines
What they won't fund - Fundraising events for a secondary body/profit making organisations

Type of funding:
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): Yes
One off funding (e.g. 1day event/celebration): Yes
Revenue/on-going funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): No
What geographical area they cover - Bradford South

How to make an application -
By application form. Do they have leaflets or other written information available about their grants? An A4 information sheet is attached to the application form. How regularly do they review the criteria? On a needs basis. Deadlines for applications - 28th February, 31st May, 31st August and 31st October Timetable for decisions Please enquire. Additional information Offer on-going support and help to applicants.

What do they require of groups:
To have a constitution: Depends
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial or business plan: Depends
To have a project budget: Depends
(a budget lists the money you will need and what for - see Prepare section
To have a bank account: Yes
Need to be Bradford District based: Yes
Need matched funding: No

REMEMBER
This information was correct in summer 2003. Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.

Bradford North Area Committee - Community Chest

The aim of the fund: To support community groups within the Bradford North area.
Contact Details:
Floor,
Jacobs Well,
Bradford,
BD1 5RW
Tel: (01274) 431066 Fax: (01274) 433513
Email: liz.horn@bradford.gov.uk Contact Person: Liz Horn, Neighbourhood Development Officer

About the funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project - £500 limit
Who they fund - A variety of community groups which covers residents and individuals of all ages
Who they won't fund - The community chest cannot be used to fund political or religious activities, or capital expenditure exclusively connected with such activities
What do they fund - Community based leisure/cultural activities which will be of benefit to the community, and where the activity could not go ahead without financial assistance. Also innovatory schemes

Type of funding:
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): Yes
One off funding (e.g. 1 day event/celebration): Yes
Revenue/on-going funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): No
What geographical area they cover - Bradford North constituency, Newlands Area SRB, Regen 2000 Area SRB

How to make an application
Request a community chest application form direct from Bradford North Area Office. Do they have leaflets or other written information available about their grants? Yes, obtained by telephoning Liz Horn on (01274) 431066 Deadlines for applications/timetable for decisions June - September - December - February Additional information The Bradford North Area Office can provide general information about Funding and Local Funding Contacts, depending on requests made, for the Bradford North area.

What do they require of groups:
To have a constitution: Preferred
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial or business plan: No
To have a project budget: Preferred
(a budget lists the money you will need and what for - see Prepare section
To have a bank account: Yes
Need to be Bradford District based: Yes, Bradford North
Need matched funding: Depends

REMEMBER
This information was correct in summer 2003. Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.

Bradford West Area Committee - Community Chest

The aim of the fund: To support individuals and community groups mainly within Bradford West area.
Contact Details:
2nd Floor,
Jacobs Well,
Bradford, BD1 5RW
Tel: 01274) 432597 Fax: (01274) 433513
Email: masood.gondal@bradford.gov.uk Contact Person: Masood Gondal

About the funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project - £500
Who they fund - All age groups and sections of the community. In particular, special consideration is given to target groups such as the elderly, disabled, youth, ethnic minorities, unemployed (inner city areas), new starts and to individuals
Who they won't fund - Religions, political or campaigning groups
What do they fund- Community based leisure/cultural activities which will be of benefit to the community, and where the activity could not go ahead without financial assistance
What they won't fund- Fundraising events for a secondary body/profit making organisations

Type of funding:
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): Yes
One off funding (e.g. 1 day event/celebration): Yes
Revenue/on-going funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): Yes, occasionally
What geographical area they cover - Bradford West constituency area

How to make an application
Request an application form. Do they have leaflets or other written information available about their grants? Information sheet is attached to the application form. How regularly do they review the criteria? On a needs basis. Deadlines for applications/timetable for decisions: Size of grants available for an individual project 30th May 30th July 31st October 31st January Decision within 2 to 3 weeks of the deadline Additional information On going help to applicants is available and general information on funding can be provided by Bradford West Area Committee.

What do they require of groups:
To have a constitution: Yes
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial or business plan: No
To have a project budget: Yes
(a budget lists the money you will need and what for - see Prepare section
To have a bank account: Yes
Need to be Bradford District based: Yes
Need matched funding: No

REMEMBER
This information was correct in summer 2003. Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.

Shipley Area Committee - Community Chest

The aim of the fund: To support community groups and organisations in the Shipley Constituency area.
Contact Details:
Kirkgate,
Shipley Town Hall,
Shipley
BD18 3EJ
Tel: (01274) 757146
FAX: (01274) 532780
Email: louise.williams@bradford.gov.uk Contact Person: Louise Williams

About the Funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project - £500 maximum Who they fund - All age groups and sections of the community
Who they won't fund - Religions or political activities, fundraising events for a secondary body
What do they fund - All groups and sections of the community
What they won't fund - Fundraising events for a secondary body/profit making organisations

Type of funding:
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): Yes
One off funding (e.g. 1 day event/celebration): Yes
Revenue/on-going funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): No
What geographical area they cover - Shipley constituency area

How to make an application
Request an application form.
Do they have leaflets or other written information available about their grants?
Information sheet is attached to the application form.
How regularly do they review the criteria?
On a needs basis.
Deadlines for applications/timetable for decisions
Quarterly round for applications submitted.
Additional information Shipley Area Office can offer on-going support and help to applicants.

What do they require of groups:
To have a constitution: Yes
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial or business plan: No
To have a budget: No
To have a bank account: Yes
Need to be Bradford District based: Yes
Need matched funding: No

REMEMBER
This information was correct in summer 2003. Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.

Keighley Area Committee - Community Chest

The aim of the fund: To support projects and activities organised by community groups and organisations.
Contact Details:
Keighley Area Co-ordinator's Office,
1 Lawkholme Crescent,
Keighley BD21 3NR
Tel: (01535) 618002 Fax: (01535) 618013
Email: jeff.bennett@bradford.gov.uk Contact Person: Jeff Bennett

About the funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project - £500 maximum
Who they fund - Community groups, organisations and, where appropriate, individuals engaged in activities that are of benefit to local communities, particularly in areas of need.
Who they won't fund - Religious, political or campaigning groups.
What do they fund- Start up costs for community/self help groups, out of school activities, facilities for older people, equipment for special needs/disabled groups, arts projects, events and exhibitions.

Type of funding:
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): Yes
One off funding (e.g. 1 day event/celebration): Yes
Revenue/on-going funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): No
What geographical area they cover - Keighley constituency area

How to make an application - Request an application form.

Do they have leaflets or other written information available about their grants?
Information sheet is attached to the application form.
How regularly do they review the criteria? On a needs basis.
Deadlines for applications/timetable for decisions
Quarterly round for applications submitted.

Additional information Offer on-going support and help to applicants.

What do they require of groups:
To have a constitution: Depends
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial or business plan: Depends
To have a project budget: Yes
(a budget lists the money you will need and what for - see Prepare section
To have a bank account: Yes
Need to be Bradford District based: Yes
Need matched funding: No

REMEMBER
This information was correct in summer 2003. Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.

Arts, Heritage and Leisure Department - Community Grants

Chest (Arts Heritage & Leisure)
The aim of the fund: To support cultural/leisure/recreational events and activities within the Metropolitan District, which are on a district wide basis.
Contact Details:
Arts Heritage & Leisure Dept,
Ground Floor,
Jacobs Well,
Bradford, BD1 5RW
Tel: (01274) 434823
FAX: (01274) 434676
Email: tim.hirst@bradford.gov.uk Contact Person: Tim Hirst

About the funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project - No limit but generally under £2,000
Who they fund - Will fund organisations involved in cultural activities that are district wide as opposed to purely local events. Needs to contribute to delivering the district cultural strategy objectives.
What they won't fund - Non-cultural non-leisure activities; Fund raising events; Services normally funded from other sources; Large scale capital projects; Retrospective support; Treats/outings and guest speakers; Student course fees; Requests from single schools; Promotion of party politics or religious faith.
What do they fund - See above.
Type of funding:
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): Small scale
One off funding (e.g. 1 day event/celebration): Yes
Revenue/on-going funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): No
What geographical area they cover - District wide

How to make an application - Request an application form
Do they have leaflets or other written information available about their grants?
General information is attached to the application form.
How regularly do they review the criteria? Annually.
Deadlines for applications/timetable for decisions? Rolling decision making.

What do they require of groups:
To have a constitution: Depends/not necessarily
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial or business plan: Depends/not necessarily
To have a project budget: Yes
(a budget lists the money you will need and what for - see Prepare section
To have a bank account: Yes
Need to be Bradford District based: No - must benefit Bradford
Need matched funding: In most cases

REMEMBER
Please check the above information before applying. This information was correct in summer 2003. Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.

Social Services - Viscount Mountgarret House of Rest

The aim of the fund: To support applications for financial aid etc.
Contact Details:
Olicana House,
Chapel Street,
Bradford, BD1 5RE
Tel: (01274) 432922 Contact Person: Mrs Eileen Carter

About the funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project - No upper limit but between £50-£750
Who they fund - Persons who are in need, hardship or distress and associations concerned with the elderly and those in need
Who they won't fund - At trustees discretion
What do they fund - Running costs/capital contributions/special requirements
What they won't fund - At trustees discretion

Type of funding:
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): Yes
One off funding (e.g. 1 day event/celebration): Yes
Revenue/on-going funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): No
What geographical area they cover - District wide

How to make an application
Request an application form
Do they have leaflets or other written information available
about their grants Guidelines available from Social Services
. How regularly do they review the criteria?
Approximately every 2 years.
Deadlines for applications/timetable for decisions
Reviewed quarterly from March onwards.
Additional information
Useful to talk through the applicants/groups details prior to completing the application form.
What do they require of groups:
To have a constitution: Yes
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial or business plan: Yes
To have a budget: No
To have a bank account: Yes
Need to be Bradford District based: Yes
Need matched funding: Depends

REMEMBER
This information was correct in summer 2003. Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.
Getting advice and support: A lot of groups will be applying for money. Improve your chances by making a good application. Use the resources in this guide.
Get some HELP from one of the organisations listed in the Training and Other help sections. Don't assume you don't need help.

Housing Associations Tenant Involvement - Getting Started Grant

The aim of the fund: Assist tenants and residents to become involved in the Council's decision making process.
Contacts are as follows:

Aire Wharf Trust
6-14 Devonshire Street
Keighley
BD21 2DG
Tel: 01274 257755

Shipley
The Old School
Wrose Brow Rd
Shipley
BD18 2NT
Tel: 01274 257314

BCHT South
Park View Mills
Wibsey Park Avenue
Bradford
BD6 3QA
Tel: 01274 254932 / 01274 254924

BCHT East
Unit A Headway Business Centre
Knowles Lane
Bradford
BD4 9SW
Tel: 01274 257215

BCHT West
City House
21-27 Cheapside
Bradford
BD1 4HR
Tel: 01274 254703 / 01274 254715

BCHT North
Ravenscliffe Centre
Ravenscliffe Avenue
Bradford
BD10 OJJ
Tel: 01274 254420
Contact Person: Anyone on the above numbers

About the funding:
Size of grants available for an individual project - Please get in touch for up to date information.
Who they fund - Individuals, representative individuals (individuals who have secured support to represent a defined membership), collectives (members who come together in public meeting to discuss issues, which are important to them) and representative collectives (formal structures of involvement recognised for consultation and involvement in the decision making process)
Who they won't fund - Non housing related and non representatives
What do they fund - Anything reasonable to enable involvement
What they won't fund - N/A

Type of funding:
Capital funding (e.g. for a computer or building): Yes
One off funding (e.g. 1day event/celebration): Yes
Revenue/on-going funding (e.g. to pay for everyday costs/salaries): Yes
What geographical area they cover - District wide

How to make an application - By telephone, for a visit to get an application form.

How regularly do they review the criteria? Yearly
Deadlines for applications/timetable for decisions
Rolling programmes of decision making

What do they require of groups:
Request an application form
To have a constitution: Depends
To be a registered charity: No
To have a financial or business plan: Depends
To have a project budget: Depends
(a budget lists the money you will need and what for - see Prepare section

To have a bank account: Depends
Need to be Bradford District based: Yes
Need matched funding: No
Please note the details of this fund are presently being reviewed. For further information, please telephone above number.

REMEMBER
Bear in mind changes may be made, sometimes at short notice. So please check this information before making an application.

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