Middleton Pride of Place Community Chest grants of up to £2,000 for projects benefiting local residents in the Middle Pride of Place Area.

For support with your idea and for help to complete the application just email: gayle.graham@healthforall.org.uk for support. Please get in touch as early as possible. Email Gayle for guidelines and application form.

Pride in Place is a UK-wide government programme, with up to £20 million being invested in Middleton over 10 years. The programme gives communities the power to shape positive and lasting change. The spend of the investment will be community-led. The programme objectives are to:

• build stronger communities,
• create thriving places
• empower people to take back control

Welcome applications for ideas that improve local spaces, bring people together, or
deliver activities that benefit the community.

Projects should demonstrate a clear benefit to local residents and communities, example projects might include:

• community events and activities
• environmental improvement projects
• projects which improve and promote local residents’ health and wellbeing
• arts and cultural initiatives
• projects that promote community pride and belonging
• activities that bring local people together

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis and will be approved by the Middleton Pride in Place Board on a monthly basis.

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