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Warm Hub grants available now!

Deadline for the 2025 BCBC Warm Hub Grant extended until 14/01/25!

Applications from voluntary and community groups and not-for-profits that want to help improve the lives of those who may be struggling to keep warm this winter are still open.

The funding can support community organisations and venues that are currently acting as a warm hubs in their areas so that they can continue or extend their work. The panel will also consider applications for new warm hubs where there is no existing community warm hub provision or activity.

How much money can I apply for?

The total amount available is limited to circa £68k, so please only apply for what you need.  Value for money will be considered by the panel.  You can apply for up to a maximum of £2000.00

Examples of eligible spend includes but is not limited to:

• Consumables such as provision of refreshments, snacks and if relevant to the location/need, more substantive meals.
• Additional expenses associated with extending the opening hours of existing facilities or contributions to heat and light utilities/ broadband if facilities are opened specifically.
• Additional costs relating to cleaning costs, refuse removal (for example, community halls).
• Small items of equipment to support adaptation of spaces, chairs, tables, kettles, cups, plates etc.
• Contribution to internet costs (particularly to support advice service provision in community areas/centres) – it is not anticipated that this will include costs relating to hardware.
• Facilities for charging mobile phones / IT equipment.
• Enrichment items/activities.
• Transport to/from warm hubs – depending on local need.
• Volunteer costs.
• Advice and support services to those who attend, for example advice on financial matters, health and well-being or digital accessibility.
• Activities such as exercise, or arts and cultural activity.

Who is eligible for the grant?

The Warm Hub Grant is available to community groups and not for profit organisations serving the communities of Bridgend County Borough.

Other information:

• Constituted groups can apply.
• The project must benefit communities within Bridgend County Borough.
• Organisations will need to have a bank account in the name of the organisation, which requires at least two unrelated signatures.
• There is no minimum amount that can be applied for.
• Only one application per organisation
• This is predominantly a revenue grant although small capital items will be considered.

The Warm Hub fund is being administered by BAVO – the umbrella body for community and voluntary groups in Bridgend County, and is funded by Welsh Government and Bridgend County Borough Council.

Take a look at our funding guidelines here before completing the application here.

Please note: the new deadline is 14/01/25.

For further details call BAVO, T: 01656 810400 or email: grantsadmin@bavo.org.uk