Deadline: 16-Jul-2026
The Chelmsley Wood Pride in Place Get Talking Fund supports community-led activities and events that strengthen local engagement and help shape priorities in Chelmsley Wood. The fund has a total value of £100,000, with grants of up to £2,000 for individual organisations and up to £10,000 for partnerships.
Overview
The fund supports local activities that contribute to the Pride in Place Programme in Chelmsley Wood.
It aims to increase meaningful community participation, build trust between local groups, and support shared ownership of local priorities and plans.
Key Details
- Fund: Chelmsley Wood Pride in Place Get Talking Fund
- Location: Chelmsley Wood
- Total fund value: £100,000
- Individual organisation grant: Up to £2,000
- Partnership grant: Up to £10,000
- Eligible applicants: Local community and charitable organisations
- Required local experience: At least two years of continuous delivery in Chelmsley Wood
- Maximum annual income: £1 million
Focus Areas
The fund supports:
- Community-led development
- Local engagement
- Shared ownership of programmes
- Community participation
- Trust-building
- Relationship-building
- Local networks
- Community events
- Local priority-setting
- Pride in Place activities
Who is Eligible?
Eligible applicants must have a strong local connection to Chelmsley Wood.
Applicants must show at least two years of continuous delivery in the area.
Eligible organisations include:
- Registered charities
- Constituted community groups
- Companies limited by guarantee with charitable aims
- Community interest companies
- Co-operatives
- Registered community benefit societies
- Registered industrial and provident societies
- Social enterprises
Organisations must have an annual income of £1 million or less and maintain reserves in line with Charity Commission guidelines.
What Can Be Funded?
Funding can support community activities and events delivered within Chelmsley Wood.
Projects should:
- Engage local residents.
- Support community-led priorities.
- Build trust and relationships.
- Strengthen local networks.
- Help shape local plans.
- Contribute to the Pride in Place Programme.
Funding Amounts
Individual organisations can apply for up to £2,000.
Partnerships of two or more organisations can apply for up to £10,000.
Partnership applications must have a lead organisation.
Awards will reflect the scale and depth of the partnership activity.
How to Apply
Step 1: Confirm Local Eligibility
Check that your organisation has delivered activities in Chelmsley Wood continuously for at least two years.
Step 2: Choose the Application Type
Apply as either:
- An individual organisation, or
- A partnership of two or more organisations with a lead organisation.
Step 3: Design the Activity
Plan a community-led event or activity that supports local engagement and Pride in Place priorities.
Step 4: Prepare the Budget
Request up to £2,000 as an individual organisation or up to £10,000 as a partnership.
Step 5: Show Community Benefit
Explain how the activity will build trust, strengthen networks, and help residents shape local priorities.
Step 6: Submit the Application
Submit the application according to the fund guidelines.
Why It Matters
The fund helps local people and organisations take an active role in shaping Chelmsley Wood’s future.
It matters because it supports:
- Stronger community voice
- Better local engagement
- Shared ownership of decisions
- Stronger relationships between groups
- Local events and activities
- Community-led planning
- Greater trust and participation
Common Mistakes to Avoid
Applicants should avoid:
- Applying without two years of local delivery experience.
- Proposing activities outside Chelmsley Wood.
- Requesting more than the allowed grant amount.
- Applying as a partnership without a lead organisation.
- Failing to explain community engagement.
- Submitting a project that does not link to Pride in Place priorities.
- Providing unclear budget details.
- Applying with annual income above £1 million.
Tips for a Strong Application
Applicants should:
- Show clear local knowledge.
- Explain how residents will be involved.
- Demonstrate trust and relationships already built locally.
- Show how the activity supports shared ownership.
- Include partners where useful.
- Provide a realistic budget.
- Link the activity clearly to local priorities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Chelmsley Wood Pride in Place Get Talking Fund?
It is a community fund supporting local activities and events that strengthen engagement and help shape priorities in Chelmsley Wood.
How much funding is available?
The total fund value is £100,000.
How much can an individual organisation apply for?
An individual organisation can apply for up to £2,000.
How much can partnerships apply for?
Partnerships of two or more organisations can apply for up to £10,000.
Who can apply?
Eligible community and charitable organisations with at least two years of continuous delivery in Chelmsley Wood can apply.
What activities are supported?
Community-led events and activities that build engagement, trust, networks, shared ownership, and local participation are supported.
What is the income limit?
Applicant organisations must have an annual income of £1 million or less.
Conclusion
The Chelmsley Wood Pride in Place Get Talking Fund supports local organisations and partnerships to deliver community-led activities that strengthen engagement and shape local priorities. With grants of up to £10,000, the fund helps build trust, relationships, networks, and shared ownership across Chelmsley Wood.
For more information, visit Heart of England Community Foundation.