Community Regeneration Support Fund

As part of the UK Shared Prosperity programme, funding has been earmarked for Cyngor Gwynedd with some of the money committed for the establishment of funds for supporting Regeneration projects.

We invite applications from not-for-profit organisations (but including social enterprises) to the Regeneration Support Fund from projects that will contribute towards the regeneration of communities in Gwynedd.

Closing date: 15 June 2025

What is the purpose of Community Regeneration Support Fund?

The aim of the fund is to provide intensive support to support new and early groups in areas with low community capacity by funding schemes that will bring direct benefit. The plans will be those that have been identified as priorities in the 'Ardal Ni' local action plans and the fund will facilitate local partnerships and stimulate collaboration in areas where this does not happen to build on the local regeneration planning work.

The Fund offers grants that reflect the objectives and targets of Cyngor Gwynedd’s plan and the ‘Ardal Ni’ local regeneration plans: Our Area

What is available?

Grants between £10,000 and £100,000
Revenue elements can not be greater than £50,000
For projects less than £10,000 please refer to the Community Support Fund

The fund is able to fund projects that can be completed by January 31st, 2026.

Guidelines

We expect projects to;

Encourage communities to take a more proactive role in their areas
Promote investment and development of the local economy
Improve placements that are important to communities
Increase job opportunities, develop skills among individuals within communities and promote equal opportunities for all
Contribute towards the development of 'Ardal Ni What's Available' action plans

All projects must be completed by January 31st, 2026

Voluntary or unregistered establishment (with a constitution)
Not for profit company
Registered Charity
Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO or SCIO)
Community Interest Company (CIC)
Statutory body (Community Councils)

We will not be funding applications by individuals.

Equipment or improvements to protect community assets
Projects to provide and/or improve new services
Local environment improvement projects
Business Plan
Feasibility Assessment
Professional fees

Note the above list are non-exhaustive examples.

Equipment and building maintenance costs
Costs of carrying out existing activities
Job salaries
Activities carried out outside of Gwynedd
Applications from individuals or applications from for-profit companies excluding social enterprises
It will not be possible to fund any activity that has started before a letter of offer has been signed and returned to Cyngor Gwynedd officers

Note the above list are non-exhaustive examples.

The project selection process will be competitive, and applicants will be expected to complete all questions following the detailed guidelines.

Incomplete applications will not be considered for support from the fund.
We will not contact you to ask for further details
A panel will score applications based on what has been submitted in the application form.
Ensuring the distribution of grant funding across Gwynedd's 13 regeneration areas will be a key consideration when selecting projects to support
Supporting activities and organisations that have NOT previously received financial support through the UK Shared Prosperity Fund will be at the forefront of selecting projects to support them.

How to apply

Closing date: 15 June 2025

It is important that you follow the directions carefully and ensure that your project responds to the guidelines and criteria.

Fill in the application form
E-mail it to cronfacefnogiadfywio@gwynedd.llyw.cymru

We will aim to assess and approve applications by June 27th, 2025

All projects must be completed by January 31st, 2026

Before submitting your application, we encourage you to contact your Local Community Support Officer to discuss your ideas and to receive further support in deciding what qualifies for your scheme.

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