Platinum Jubilee Village Hall fund open
The Platinum Jubilee Village Hall Fund has opened for application for village halls across England to apply for grants to improve and modernise their facilities,
Launched to mark the occasion of Her Late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's Platinum Jubilee in June 2022, the fund recognises the important role that village halls play in supporting rural communities.
Village halls are key cornerstones in the fabric of rural life, providing essential services and bringing people together through social and recreational activities.
The fund is managed by the charity Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE). It is anticipated that the fund will support around 125 village halls over a three-year period creating bigger, better and brighter village halls for communities to enjoy.
The Platinum Jubilee Village Hall Fund will be open to applications from projects aiming to deliver a positive impact on the local environment, reduce rural loneliness, support the rural economy and contribute to community life.
Village halls interested in applying can request grants from £7,500 to £75,000, and up to a maximum of 20 per cent of eligible project costs. Capital grants will be allocated to support infrastructure improvements, the refurbishment of facilities, such as kitchens and toilets, and measures to improve energy efficiency.
The application window will close on 20 January 2023, with successful applicants being able to draw on the funding from April 2023.
For further information, including how to apply for the fund visit https://acre.org.uk/platinum-jubilee-village-halls-fund/