Hinckley & Bosworth 

Voluntary & Community Sector Partnership Grants

Terms & Conditions

Our Grant Terms & Conditions

Applications to the Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council Voluntary & Community Sector, Community Volunteer Fund (CvF) & the Making a Difference Fund (MaD) are welcomed from organisations who are actively seeking the betterment or creation of community initiatives with the Council Borough area.

Funded by Hinckley & Bosworth Borough Council & administered by the Rural Community Council, the CvF grant offers a grant of up to £500 for your community project / activity, whilst the MaD grant offers between £501 - £3,000.

Both grants are available to kickstart new projects within the Volunteer & Community Sector network (VCS) or to boost the impact of Network Groups across Hinckley and Bosworth Borough.

Whilst completing your application form please reference the ‘Checklist Form’ and provide all supporting documentation as this will minimise any delays in processing your application for funding.

 

Although a wide range of community projects are eligible, our partnership priorities for funding are:

  • Supporting Young People - We would especially welcome applications for projects that offer engaging, positive, and creative opportunities for young people. This could include youth groups, sports, arts activities, or music-based initiatives that help build confidence and encourage positive community engagement.
  •  Addressing Climate Change - We encourage applications for projects that support initiatives tackling climate change.
  •  Supporting LD and SEND Families - We welcome applications for projects providing practical, emotional, or social support to parents, carers, and families of children or adults with LD or SEND. This could involve peer support groups, accessible sessions, advice programmes, or inclusive activities that help families feel supported and connected.
  • Strengthening Community Cohesion - We encourage applications for initiatives that bring diverse groups together and build positive relationships within neighbourhoods. This may include intergenerational activities, cultural celebrations, community volunteering, or projects that promote shared understanding and stronger community ties.

 While our funding priorities focus on specific themes, we are particularly keen to support projects that help reduce loneliness and social isolation by bringing people together, building confidence, and creating a stronger sense of belonging within communities.

Eligibility & Restrictions 

To be eligible, you need to be a group active within Hinckley & Bosworth Borough who are working towards meeting the needs of residents and the wider community.

Circumstances where we WILL NOT provide Grant Funding support:

  • Funding requests from schools and Parent Teacher Associations
  • Funding requests from Parish Councils
  • Funding requests from organisations which have a large cash flow surplus
  • Request for funding AFTER the activity or project has taken place
  • Requests for funding for religious activities
  • Requests for funding for political activities or by a political organisation
  • Requests for funding for projects / activities which do not benefit individuals or communities residing within Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council geographical area
  • Requests for funding by private organisations
  • Where there is potential reputational risk for Hinckley and Bosworth Borough Council
  • Funding requests for ‘Annual Events’ i.e. Gala’s
  • Funding requests for ‘Wages, Gratuities, refreshments or Personal Expenses’ will not be considered

 

What Happens Next? 

 

Please be advised your application will undergo a thorough review and assessment by a designated Voluntary and Community Sector (VCS) Officer. Upon completion of initial evaluation, your submission will be forwarded to our Voluntary and Community Sector Panel Meeting for further consideration regarding grant approval.

We would like to bring to your attention that, depending on the date of your submission, it may take up to 12 weeks to receive a decision from the Panel. We understand the importance of timely communication, and the VCS Officer responsible for your application will ensure you are kept informed of any updates throughout the review process.