21 August 2008Applications are invited from youth organisations or groups of young people for grants from the:
The Youth Opportunities Fund (YOF)
What?
A government fund, which, combined with the Youth Capital Fund, will 'Give a voice and influence to young people … to improve things to do and places to go'
Grants can be used to pay for equipment, materials, activities, transport, staff and instructors, training or anything which helps to provide a positive experience for young people.
This includes opportunities for them to play sport, enjoy artistic and cultural activities, go on trips, or simply enjoy free time in their own communities.
Why?
In 2005 the government published 'Youth Matters' explaining its intentions for youth provision. It committed 115m national for 'things for young people to do and places for young people to go'.
The fund has also been set up to give young people a voice 'to empower young people and to give them more choice and influence over provision and facilities in the area'
Who?
The funds are for Young people aged between 13 - 19. (up to 25 for young people with learning disabilities)
Any not-for-profit organisation making provision for young people may apply.
Applications are also welcome from groups of young people themselves, although grants to individuals are not permitted.
Young people must be involved in the application process.
How Much?
You can apply for grants for £250 to £7,000. There is no requirement for 'partnership funding' although, if you have raised funds yourselves or from elsewhere, this will be viewed favourably.
How?
For an application form and further information follow this link to the Kent County Council website.
Or write to: Youth Service, 3rd Floor, Invicta House, County Hall, Maidstone ME14 1XX
What?
A government fund, which, combined with the Youth Opportunities Fund, will provide '… the accommodation and facilities that young people want.'
Grants from the Youth Capital Fund can be used to build a new or refurbish, and to, or improve existing facilities. Specialist equipment (eg stage lighting, skateboard ramps), ICT equipment and vehicles can all be funded.
Why?
In 2005 the government published 'Youth Matters' explaining its intentions for youth provision. It committed 115m national for …
… 'things for young people to do and places for young people to go'.
… and the fund has been set up to give young people a voice …
… 'to empower young people and to give them more choice and influence over provision and facilities in the area'
Who?
The funds are for Young people aged between 13 - 19. (up to age 25 for young people with learning disabilities)
Any not-for-profit organisation making provision for young people may apply. It is important that young people are involved in the application process. Applications are also welcome from groups of young people themselves.
How Much?
You can apply for grants from £5,000 to £350,000.
here is no requirement for 'partnership funding' although if you have raised funds yourselves or from elsewhere this will be viewed favourably.
How?
For an application form and further information view previous link. Or write to: Youth Service, 3rd Floor, Invicta House, County Hall, Maidstone ME14 1XX
If these grant streams do not suit the type of funding you are looking for - please have a look at our Community Grants page for more information, or contact the Youth Development Section.
