Ofcom - Community Radio Fund
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The Fund has been established to award grants to support the sustainability of Ofcom licensed community radio stations. These not-for-profit radio stations have a social purpose, and work to involve their target community in running the service.
The Fund has two streams. The Sustainability Stream supports job roles and projects that enhance the long-term viability of stations. The Equipment Stream supports studio and transmission equipment, including equipment that improves accessibility.
Core functions funded through the Sustainability Stream include:
- fundraising to support the station (e.g. grants, commercial funding)
- management
- administration
- financial management & reporting
- community outreach
- volunteer organisation and support.
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Geographical areas funded: UK
Fund type
- Type of funding:
- Grant
- Type of cost:
- Core costs
Fund award sizes
- Maximum:
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- Annually awarded:
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- Notes on award amounts:
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Who can apply
Grants can only be made to Ofcom-licensed community radio stations in the UK, broadcasting on AM, FM, or via a Community Digital Sound Programme licence on a digital radio multiplex.
When to apply
The fund runs one application round each financial year, which opens in early September. The most recent round has now closed. See the funder's website for details of when the next round will open.
How to apply
Download the application form from the funder's website, and submit it by email.
Exclusions
Activites funded: Citizenship and community involvement Financial advice and support Organisational development and capacity building
Beneficiaries funded: Local communities Voluntary sector organisations
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