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!

You can see who's received community awards so far. View the Allerdale Community Fund page on the Cumbria Community Foundation website for more information and an application form.