North Lincolnshire residents are set to benefit from a new fund helping launch dozens of community-led projects celebrating their heritage and culture, whether bringing to life a hidden piece of local history, a creative idea bringing neighbours together, or a project which helps people share their stories, memories or skills.
Heritage, art and community groups, civic societies, independent museums, social enterprises, charities and town and parish councils can all apply for the cash.
Cllr John Davison, cabinet member for community wellbeing (urban), said: “This isn’t about having experience or knowing the arts world – it’s about passion, community, and great ideas.
“Across the coming year, the programme will support dozens of community-led projects which will bring friends, neighbours and new faces together through creative activity and shared experiences.
“We want applications from people who want to celebrate the places they live in new and interesting ways – it’s open to everyone in Scunthorpe, Ashby, Barton, Brigg, across the Isle of Axholme and everywhere in between.”
Groups will be able to apply for funding to run local activities such as workshops, exhibitions, performances, festivals or storytelling events. Projects can involve people of all ages and backgrounds to bring communities together, build pride, or maybe uncover something new about where they live.
The first round of the fund closes on 18 July at 5pm, with more opportunities to follow. Over the next year, funding of up to £10,000 per project will be available in four rounds.
Information on the full criteria and how to apply for funding can be found on the Cultural Futures webpage or by emailing culturalfutures@northlincs.gov.uk
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