Ofcom - Community Radio Fund
Details
Gives grants to help fund the core costs of running community radio stations. These not-for-profit radio stations have a social purpose, and work to involve their target community in running the service.
Core functions funded 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:
- Revenue
Fund award sizes
- Annually awarded:
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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
Apply now. Applications will close at 5pm on Sunday 8 December 2024.
Next deadline: 8 Dec 2024
How to apply
Apply online via the Ofcom website. Community Radio Fund Panel will meet in early February 2025 to consider the applications received.
Exclusions
Activites funded: Citizenship and community involvement Financial advice and support Organisational development and capacity building
Beneficiaries funded: Local communities Voluntary sector organisations
Last reviewed 20 days ago
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