Community groups and charities looking to fund projects can apply for grants of up to £2,500 in this year’s second round of Farnham Town Council’s community grants scheme.

The scheme is open for a second round of funding with priority being given to not-for-profit organisations which have not already received funding for 2026/27 as well as to new projects that meet the criteria. The closing date for applications is Friday, May 1.

The grant programme offers financial support to projects and initiatives that benefit the Farnham community, helping to strengthen local services, support grassroots organisations, and enhance the quality of life for residents.

Iain Lynch, Farnham Town Clerk, said: “Organisations have until 1 May to apply for funding. Councillors will then review the applications with a view to making a decision at the June council meeting. This will give successful applicants the opportunity to begin delivering their projects over the coming months.”

The type of project which the council likes to support includes leisure, sport and play facilities; community buildings and community transport; environmental initiatives; projects that support older people and/or people with a disability; youth facilities; cultural and arts schemes; and heritage projects.

Any organisation applying must be based in Farnham and have a constitution or set or rules or equivalent and a bank or building society account. It must have independently approved annual accounts and directly benefit the wellbeing of Farnham people or the environment of Farnham.

Among last year’s recipients were 1st Rowledge Rainbows; Creative Response; Hive Helpers; The Hygiene Bank; The New Ashgate Gallery; Space2Grow and William Cobbett Primary School.

Applicants are encouraged to ensure their proposals clearly demonstrate community benefit, sustainability, and value for money.

Further details on eligibility criteria and how to apply can be found on Farnham Town Council’s website.