University of Glasgow - GRID Civic Grant Funds

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The GRID Civic Grant Funds have been set up by Glasgow University to support communities in its surrounding areas, and are intended to help local groups make an enduring positive impact for those living, working and learning within Glasgow Riverside Innovation District. Projects may be new ideas, or opportunities to expand existing community projects.

Example proposals may cover any of the following – non exhaustive – sorts of initiatives:

• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion focused initiatives
• Health, Wellbeing and Fitness / Sport
• Sustainability and climate change
• Food poverty
• Arts, heritage, and culture
• Education and outreach
• Finance / debt advice
• Any group set up to represent underrepresented groups in society or special interest groups (examples of such groups might include, but not limited to, multi-cultural groups, women’s groups, men’s mental health groups, LGBTQ+ youth groups)
• Community spaces

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Geographical areas funded: Glasgow

Fund type

Type of funding:

Grant

Type of cost:

Capital, Revenue

Fund award sizes

Maximum:

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Notes on award amounts:

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Who can apply

Volunteers, community groups, charities, small businesses and other smaller organisations running projects that benefit people living, working and learning within Glasgow Riverside Innovation District (GRID), which is comprised of G3, G11, G12, and G51 postcodes. Organisations based outside these postcodes can also apply where the project clearly benefits the GRID community. Schools with community-focused proposals and PTA initiatives are also in scope.

Maximum annual income:

£250,000

When to apply

The main GRID Civic Grant Fund is open for applications, and no closing date has been announced.

The GRID Civic Micro Grant Fund is open throughout the year.

How to apply

Applicants should read the guidance note, terms and conditions and FAQs on the funder's website, then complete the online application form for the relevant fund. The main Civic Grant Fund and the Civic Micro Grant Fund each have their own form. Successful applicants are asked to complete a short end of project report.

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Activites funded: Advice and information Arts and culture Community development and regeneration Community facilities Education and training Environment Financial advice and support General charitable activities Health care and wellbeing Heritage and building preservation Sport and physical activity Recreation and social activities Energy Climate action

Beneficiaries funded: People affected by drugs and alcohol Black and Ethnic Minorities Carers Children Economically/socially disadvantaged Families Homeless or badly housed Care experienced people Socially isolated people LGBTQI people People in poverty Men Mental health conditions Older people Disabilities Refugees and asylum seekers Local communities Women and girls Young people Veterans and armed forces personnel Urban communities

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