Deadline: 19-Jun-2026
The Community Pride Small Grants Programme 2026/27 offers funding between £1,000 and £10,000 to support local organisations in Burnley. The programme focuses on strengthening community engagement, resilience, pride, wellbeing, and environmental improvement, with projects to be completed by 31 March 2027.
Overview
The Community Pride Small Grants Programme 2026/27 is designed to help voluntary, community, and faith organisations in Burnley deliver projects that bring people together, build resilience, and increase community pride.
Key Objectives
- Strengthen community engagement
- Build resilience and independence
- Improve local neighbourhoods
- Increase community pride
- Support community wellbeing
- Promote environmental improvement
- Encourage youth and intergenerational engagement
- Support volunteering programmes
- Enable skills-sharing and learning opportunities
- Foster community cohesion
- Develop community capacity and volunteer development
Funding Details
- Grant range: £1,000 to £10,000
- Project completion deadline: 31 March 2027
- Eligible applicants:
- Constituted voluntary, community, and faith organisations
- Registered charities
- Resident and community groups
- Not-for-profit Community Interest Companies
Supported Activities
- Community events and activities
- Environmental improvement projects
- Youth and intergenerational initiatives
- Volunteering programmes
- Community wellbeing activities
- Skills-sharing and learning opportunities
- Initiatives that bring residents and generations together
Who Is Eligible?
- Local voluntary, community, and faith organisations in Burnley
- Registered charities and resident groups
- Not-for-profit Community Interest Companies
- Applicants must demonstrate clear community benefit and alignment with programme objectives
Why It Matters
This programme supports grassroots initiatives that:
- Strengthen local resilience and independence
- Enhance neighbourhood pride and wellbeing
- Promote active participation across Burnley communities
- Encourage collaboration across generations and groups
How It Works: Application Process
- Design Project
- Define clear goals, beneficiaries, and expected outcomes
- Ensure alignment with programme objectives
- Prepare Application
- Provide evidence of community benefit and impact
- Demonstrate value for money
- Submit Proposal
- Applications reviewed for eligibility and alignment
- Funding Decision
- Grants awarded to projects that best meet the programme’s aims
Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting projects without measurable outcomes
- Failing to demonstrate clear community benefit
- Overestimating costs without justification
- Ignoring sustainability or long-term impact
FAQ
- What is the funding range?
- £1,000 to £10,000 per project
- What is the project deadline?
- All funded projects must be delivered by 31 March 2027
- Who can apply?
- Constituted voluntary, community, and faith organisations
- Registered charities
- Resident and community groups
- Not-for-profit Community Interest Companies
- What types of projects are supported?
- Community events and activities
- Environmental improvement projects
- Youth and intergenerational initiatives
- Volunteering programmes
- Community wellbeing activities
- Skills-sharing and learning opportunities
- What is expected from applicants?
- Projects must strengthen resilience, enhance pride, and promote active participation
- Applications must show clear community benefit and value for money
Conclusion
The Community Pride Small Grants Programme 2026/27 is a vital opportunity for Burnley’s local organisations to access funding that strengthens communities, builds resilience, and fosters pride. By supporting projects that bring people together, the programme ensures lasting impact across neighbourhoods and generations.
For more information, visit Burnley Council.
