Call for Applications: Community Grant Scheme 2026 (United Kingdom)

Fair Oak & Horton Heath Parish Council’s Community Grant Scheme supports local projects and activities that benefit residents of Fair Oak and Horton Heath. Eligible organisations can apply for grants of up to £1,000. The application window for Community Grants 2026 opens September 30, and closes 31 October. The Community Grant Scheme provides funding to support projects and activities that benefit residents of Fair Oak and Horton Heath. The Parish Council states it is committed to supporting local groups, charities, voluntary organisations, and community initiatives that strengthen the community and improve local wellbeing. The scheme is intended to help local organisations deliver initiatives with a clear local benefit. The application guidance also includes conditions for successful applicants (including use of funds, publicity acknowledgement, reporting, and returning unspent funds or funds not used for the approved purpose). The following types of organisations can apply:

Eligibility requirements and exclusions noted by the Parish Council

The Council does not provide funding for: Applicants should ensure they have appropriate insurance arrangements in place for their organisation and proposed activities. The application form includes a declaration regarding public liability insurance.

The online form text indicates: applicants cannot proceed if their project does not have the correct insurances (public liability).

The page states that funding is available for projects and activities that provide a clear and direct benefit to residents of Fair Oak and Horton Heath. The application form includes outcome checkboxes applicants may select, including: The Council also notes that projects do not need to be specifically environmental to be eligible. However, applicants are encouraged to explain any environmental or sustainability benefits. This grant scheme is designed for local organisations seeking small-scale funding to deliver community-focused initiatives within Fair Oak and Horton Heath. The requirements emphasize direct local benefit, organisational capability, appropriate insurance, and accountability through monitoring and reporting after the grant is awarded. It may be a fit for groups planning community, wellbeing, inclusion, or community service improvements—provided the project meets the Parish Council’s exclusions (for example, no individual-only benefit, no political activities, and no costs incurred before award). The Parish Council states applications must be submitted online during the application window. The page includes a “Community Grant Application Form” and an online multi-section form (Sections A–D). The form requires information about your organisation, your project, supporting documents, and a declaration.

You should have ready:

The form also includes upload fields for supporting documents such as: The application includes a declaration certifying the information is correct and that changes will be communicated to the Council, and it requires the signature of the main contact. 1. What is the Fair Oak & Horton Heath Parish Council Community Grant Scheme for? It funds projects and activities that benefit residents of Fair Oak and Horton Heath, supporting local wellbeing and community initiatives delivered by eligible organisations.

2. How much funding can my organisation apply for?

Eligible organisations can apply for up to £1,000 toward a project or activity.

3. Who is eligible to apply?

Community groups and voluntary organisations, registered charities, and not-for-profit organisations with a governing document or constitution. Applicants must also demonstrate financial stability and capability to deliver the proposed project.

4. What projects are not eligible for funding?

Funding is not provided for individuals or single-individual benefit projects, profit-making/commercial organisations, political activities, religious works to land/buildings used exclusively for religious purposes, costs incurred before award, costs for preparing the application, or projects outside Fair Oak and Horton Heath that do not directly benefit local residents.

5. When do applications open and close for Community Grants 2026?

The page states applications open on September 30, and close on 31 October. The deadline time and time zone are not specified in the source.

6. When will successful grants be paid?

Successful grant awards are normally paid in February next year.

7. Are decisions appealable?

No. The Council states there is no right of appeal and the decision is final. Review the eligibility and exclusions on the official Apply for a Grant page, then complete the Community Grant Application Form within the 31 July–31 October application window. Make sure your organisation has the required governing/financial documents and appropriate insurance information before you start, as these are required as part of the submission.