Deadline: 5-May-23
The Somerset Community Foundation has launched South West Enterprise Fund Training and Employment Support Grants.
Funding Information
- Grants for up to £500 available.
- This money can be used to pay for the cost of a course, to buy a laptop, tools or clothing, pay for transport costs and so on. These costs must be linked to a recognised educational or training course (excludes higher education) or apprenticeship that you are currently in or want to start in the next couple of months.You can also apply for costs that help you to start a new job if you are currently unemployed. You’ll need to tell them what you need help with the cost of in your application form.
- If you are awarded a grant, it will be paid directly to you, or an organisation supporting you, by a bank transfer.
- You need to spend your grant within 1 year and send them a short report. They’ll tell you more about that if you are successful.
Eligibility Criteria
- You can only apply if you:
- Are aged 16 to 30
- Currently live in the counties of Somerset, North Somerset or BANES
- Entering or are currently in training (for example a college course) or an apprenticeship, or starting work after a period of unemployment
- Need some help with the cost of essential things for training or employment, an apprenticeship or starting a new job.
For more information, visit Somerset Community Foundation.