Pride in Place Community Grants Programme 2026-2030

The Crawshawbooth, Waterfoot and Rawtenstall Neighbourhood Board, in partnership with CVS in Rossendale, is pleased to launch the Pride in Place Community Grants Programme 2026-2030. The programme has been created to support local voluntary, community and faith organisations that are making a positive difference within Crawshawbooth, Waterfoot and Rawtenstall. 

The fund aims to help local groups deliver projects that strengthen communities, improve health and wellbeing, increase pride in local places, encourage physical activity and support people to develop skills, confidence and employment prospects. Applications are particularly welcomed from projects that demonstrate strong community involvement and build on local strengths, talents and assets. 
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Grants of £500 to £5,000 are available during Year 1 of the programme for eligible organisations with an annual turnover of no more than £150,000. Funding can support a wide range of activities and initiatives that benefit local residents and contribute to the priorities outlined in the programme guidance.

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To help groups prepare their applications, the following documents are available to download:

• Pride in Place Community Grants Programme Application Guidance
• Pride in Place Community Grants Evaluation Guidance

Download Application Guidance

Download Evaluation Guidance

We strongly encourage all prospective applicants to read these documents carefully before applying, as they provide important information on eligibility criteria, project requirements, assessment priorities, monitoring expectations and reporting requirements. 


Key Dates

• Application Form Opens: Friday, 21st August 2026
• Application Deadline: 12 noon on 18th September 2026
• Project Activity and Spend Completed By: 29th January 2027 
• Final Monitoring Report Due: 12 noon on 26th February 2027

​Need Support?

CVS in Rossendale can provide advice and support to groups throughout the application process. If you require guidance on eligibility, governance requirements, project planning or completing your application, please contact the Group Support Team on 01282 433740.

We look forward to supporting projects that help create stronger, healthier and more connected communities across Crawshawbooth, Waterfoot and Rawtenstall.