Small Grants Scheme

This scheme is for community groups in Herefordshire and Worcestershire planning arts events or purchases. There are two funds – Events and Activities and Arts Equipment.  Both offer up to all the projected cost, to a maximum of £1,000. There are separate Guidelines for each fund.

The scheme is administered on behalf of the Foundation by Community First, the Community Council for Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Guidelines and application forms are available to download online. Please ensure that you do not complete the application form until you have read the guidelines thoroughly. If you have any questions about your eligibility or whether your ideas fit the scheme, please contact Community First on 01684 312730, or by email grants@comfirst.org.uk

Application Deadlines and decision dates for 2022/23 are as follows:

20th January 2023 for decision by 3rd February 2023

14th April 2023 for decision by 28th April 2023

14th July 2023 for decision by 28th July 2023

13th October 2023 for decision by 27th October 2023

19th January 2024 for decision by 2nd February 2024

Please ensure that your completed application form and the independent reference are returned to Community First by 5pm on the deadline date to:  grants@comfirst.org.uk

Please click the following icons to view:

Arts Events Application Form

Arts Equipment Guidance Notes

Arts Equipment Application Form

Reference Form

Examples of Small Grant Awards