Tom Carey Fund
Before progressing with an application for this fund it is important to read our success guide:
Click on the link below to download a PDF file.
Then carefully read the fund criteria set below.
We would also advise contacting the grants team to discuss your project ideas before applying, particularly as this fund is quite limited in terms of the amount of money available to distribute per year.
Brief Description
This fund has been set up to support new and existing community activity in the Abbey ward of Derby City. The Fund's main purpose is to improve the quality of life for residents in this area.
More Information
As described above the Tom Carey fund will offer financial assistance to community groups that are addressing the needs of their local community or the needs of a specific group of people within the area. They should show that they are engaging in community life and encouraging people within the Abbey ward to mix and support each other. Consideration will also be given to projects within Abbey’s neighbouring wards, namely Aboretum, Normanton, Blagreaves, Littleover, Mackworth and Darley, particularly if they can demonstrate provision of services and facilities to Abbey residents.
There is also a small pot of funding available for individuals living in the Abbey Ward only. This funding is to allow people to access education and training courses as well as supporting younger people with developing sporting and talent in performing arts.
Type of Project costs funded
- Capital (any items of equipment) including refurbishment / building work
- Revenue (any non-equipment costs) including ongoing running costs for a project or group
- One off events and one-off projects
Priorities
Preference will always be given to community activity benefiting Abbey ward residents.
Area
Abbey Ward – Derby City
Amount
The maximum grant for community groups is currently £10,000 although preference will be given to applications of up to £5,000.
Individuals can apply for up to £2,000
Closing Dates
There are no fixed closing dates. The decision making panel meet four times per year.
Examples of grants made
- £5,000 for refurbishment of a central community space
- £5,000 for the set up of a credit union branch in the ward to increase debt advice, encourage saving and offer financial / debt solutions to residents.
Make an Application
There are two ways of making an application, you can either apply online or download a form, which can then be sent to us by post. If you are sending us an application by post you can find the address to send it to by clicking on 'contact us'.
Please remember to include the documentation requested in the success guide.
Also remember to make a copy of your application for your own records. You will need this to track spend and complete monitoring if you are successful.
