Lancashire Warm Spaces Grant Scheme 24/25 Round 3

Applicants can apply for up to £1000 to support projects that provide a warm space, focusing on supporting those most in need.
If your warm space is open:

• 2 days a week or less: you can apply for up to £500
• 3-5 days a week: you can apply for up to £750
• 6-7 days a week: you can apply for up to £1000 

The third round of the grant scheme will run from Monday 23 December 2024 to 11.59pm Sunday 19 January 2025. Decisions will be made within a 14-day period from the date of application closure.
This small grant programme has been set up for local organisations and groups within the voluntary, community, and faith sector, as well as for parish and town councils, to support the creation and improvement of warm and welcoming spaces for residents amidst the rising cost of living, focussing on those most in need.
Warm spaces are held in a range of venues across Lancashire and offer a warm, safe, and welcoming space for people to spend time in. Every warm space is different. Many provide basic refreshments such as tea and coffee, some host activities like keeping fit and crafting, while others provide computers, additional services and signposting.
Although there is no requirement to provide all of these, as a minimum we expect a warm space to be:

• heated
• free to use - and for it to be clear to people that they can use the space for free
• inclusive and non-judgmental - where everyone can expect a warm welcome from staff and volunteers
• part of a series of regular openings - rather than occasional short-term events

Click here to apply