Re-opening of the Gwynedd City, Town and Community Councils Support Fund

The Gwynedd City, Town and Community Councils Support Fund has re-opened for 2026, following the success of the pilot scheme held last year.

The fund has been set up to improve the appearance, facilities and vibrancy of towns and villages across the county by supporting small, but high-impact improvements.

The aim of the fund is to respond directly to the needs and priorities of residents across Gwynedd, addressing three specific themes:

• improvements to community spaces,
• public space improvements,
• regeneration of town centres and the high street.

 A budget of £400,000 has been committed for the fund this year through funding from the Pride in Place Impact Fund (UK Government) which is administered by Cyngor Gwynedd.  Communities are able to apply for between £5,500 and £8,500 per community. 

Last year the pilot scheme was instrumental in the realisation of several community projects across the county. This year, the focus of the fund will be on capital schemes which offers a further opportunity to invest in community-led infrastructure projects.  Some examples could include improvements to play spaces, accessibility improvements and improving public spaces aesthetically.

Councillor Medwyn Hughes, Cyngor Gwynedd's Cabinet Member for Economy and Community said:

"This Fund has been created to make a real difference to the residents and communities of Gwynedd. The feedback we have received from communities to last year’s projects has been very positive, with many saying they would not have been able to realise their plans without this financial support.

"We look forward to collaborating again this year with the City, Town and Community Councils to deliver further improvements that have been shaped by the wishes of the community.

"The Fund is open to all Local Councils in Gwynedd. I very much hope that all areas will see the advantages and benefit from this opportunity.”

To ensure that the projects reflect the needs and priorities of local residents, the town and community councils are encouraged to discuss with the community before submitting applications.

Cyngor Gwynedd's Community Support officers are available to provide support on potential schemes throughout the application period and can be contacted via e-mail on cefnogicymunedau@gwynedd.llyw.cymru

The fund will close for applications on 15 June, 2026.