Voluntary, community and faith organisations in Calderdale are invited to apply for grants of up to £3000, as part of the latest round of the Council’s Small Grants Scheme. Calderdale Council is offering local groups the opportunity to apply for a one-off grant, from a total fund of £65,000, for activities, projects or events which… read more … about Small grants for groups with big ideas>>
Calderdale community groups are encouraged to join in with a month of events to celebrate the valuable contributions of older people. As part of Calderdale’s commitment to remain an Age Friendly borough, the Council is inviting voluntary and community organisations that support people aged 50+ to mark the International Day of Older Persons 2023. This… read more … about Gearing up for International Day of Older Persons>>
People struggling to cope with the cost of living will soon have access to further support. The second round of the Calderdale Cost of Living Fund is now open for local community, voluntary and faith organisations to apply for grants to help residents through this difficult time. The fund is worth over £500,000, with contributions… read more … about Cash boost for cost of living support>>
Nurturing Creativity CIC in Calderdale wins Holiday Activities and Food Programme (HAF) Regional Champion Award for Yorkshire and the Humber, recognising its holiday club for helping disadvantaged children during school holidays. Nurturing Creativity CIC’s projects deliver experiences and programmes using drama, dance, music, sport, art, craft and outdoor activities as ways to build confidence and… read more … about Calderdale holiday club wins prestigious award>>
An extensive programme of improvement work is taking place at Shroggs Park in north Halifax making the park more attractive and welcoming for all. Shroggs Park is a large green space and woodland area just outside Halifax town centre. It’s a popular facility and welcomes visitors all year round, including over 100 runners every weekend… read more … about Park improvements to benefit local communities>>
Calderdale people looking to make a difference in their community this Coronation Weekend are invited to make a volunteering or act of kindness pledge, as part of the Big Help Out and in the runup to Volunteers’ Week in June. On Monday 8 May, the day of the national Big Help Out(external link) for the… read more … about Pledge to help out this Coronation Weekend and beyond>>
Calderdale Council is reviewing its commitment to the voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector, to build strong partnerships with providers and recognise their important contribution. Calderdale Council has a proud record of supporting and working in partnership with a thriving and resilient VCSE sector. In recent years, the importance of the sector has been… read more … about Supporting strong and resilient community organisations>>
Calderdale community groups running events and projects to support local towns, people and the environment are invited to apply for grants from a £70,000 Council funding pot. Local voluntary, community and faith organisations can seek up to £3000 from the latest round of Calderdale Council’s Community Small Grants Scheme. Grants will be awarded to projects… read more … about Grants to boost community projects>>
People struggling with the cost of living crisis will be able to get more support, thanks to a £175,000 cash boost for Calderdale community groups providing a helping hand. In November 2022, Calderdale Council, the Mayor of West Yorkshire and the Community Foundation for Calderdale joined forces to launch the Calderdale Cost of Living Fund…. read more … about £175,000 boost for cost of living support>>
