GuideThe Community Grant Fund

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1. Introduction

This fund is currently closed to new applications. We have a grants mailing list which provides updates on when new funding opportunities are open to new applications. To be added to our grants mailing list, please contact us at engagement@eastdevon.gov.uk 

The Community Grant Fund is an East Devon District Council funding scheme available for voluntary groups, charities and social enterprises providing support to the residents of East Devon.

Funding of £102,000 has been made available for the financial year 2025/26 to support voluntary and charitable activities.

There are two parts to the fund

  1. Small Community Grants available of between £300 to £1,500
  2. Community Building Grants available of between £500 to £10,000

Public sector/statutory bodies including Town and Parish Councils will not be eligible to apply for this funding.

We have produced frequently asked questions for the community grants fund which provide information and support on the application process.