Allerdale Community Fund
The Allerdale Community Fund was established by Allerdale
Borough Council in 2001 as an innovative way of channelling funds
into community projects. Administered by the Cumbria Community
Foundation, the Allerdale Community Fund aims to be as accessible
as possible to voluntary and community groups, and which would help
deliver long term benefits to local communities.
The Allerdale Community Fund will fund projects that improve
the economic, social and environmental well being of local
communities. Grants are awarded by a Panel composed of
representatives from local voluntary groups and a small number of
Allerdale borough councillors. The Panel meets regularly, so that
groups are not delayed. Urgent and small grants (up to £500) can be
made by the Chair and Grants Officer. The fastest grant was 58
minutes from enquiry to approval!