Community organisations and good causes around Farnham have been offered an early Christmas present by the town council as they’re keen to grant some funding wishes.

Farnham Town Council has invited local community organisations, charities and voluntary groups to apply for funding through two routes.

The funding offered through its Community Grants and South Street Trust Grants provide vital financial support to help deliver projects, events and initiatives that benefit the people of Farnham.

Three and four-figure sums are available through the Community Grants scheme with a wide range of local activities and support groups receiving funding during the 2025/26 financial year.

Some £1,000 was awarded to Helen Arkell for specialist dyslexia support for people from lower income families while £750 was given to Farnham Assist to help provide Christmas lunches for around 100 older people.

South Street Trust grants have supported creative initiatives such as a competition for youngsters aged 8 to 15 to design and make a hat using found and recycled materials and a painting workshop for year 10 students at Farnham Heath End School.

Councillor Graham White, Leader of Farnham Town Council says: “Farnham is fortunate to have an incredibly active and passionate voluntary sector, whose work makes a real difference to people’s lives.

“Our grants help unlock even more of this potential, enabling groups to run new projects, strengthen our community and bring people together.”

Community Grants are open to any not-for-profit organisation delivering services or activities that support Farnham residents. South Street Trust grants specifically fund visual arts projects within the Farnham Town Council area.

Applying is simple and begins with a visit to the Farnham Town Council website – just complete the online application form with details about your project by 17 November.

For more information and to apply, visit www.farnham.gov.uk/grants.