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Grant funding available to tackle Hate Crime and develop communities

Besi Besemar January 16, 2018

The Building A Stronger Britain Together (BSBT) programme is open for grant funding applications, with a deadline of Friday, February 16 at 5pm.

This funding is for projects which meet one or more of the following outcomes in countering extremism:

♦ Fewer people holding attitudes, beliefs, and feelings that oppose shared values
♦ An increased sense of belonging and civic participation at the local level
♦ More resilient communities

This funding stream is distinct from Prevent and applications should focus on tackling one or more the wider harms of extremism which are identified as hate crime; less cohesive society; harmful practices (such as forced marriage, FGM), alternative systems of law and rejection of democracy.

Community groups, charities, not for profit CICs, CIOs, community and voluntary sector organisations and companies limited by guarantee are able to apply. Groups need to have been running for at least 12 months.

♦ Funding is available for up to £50,000 (although projects requiring larger amounts can be discussed).  ♦ Groups cannot apply for more than 25% of the annual income.
♦ Grants of up to £14,999 are only available to groups with an annual income of less than £200,000.

For applications of over £14,999 there are specific guidelines – Interested groups are advised to contact the community coordinator: melinda.king@brighton-hove.gcsx.gov.uk whose remit is to discuss and offer guidance and support.

Consortia or partnership applications are also possible.

In-Kind communications support for help with website, social media, film, printed materials etc, remains open on an ongoing basis. The application form is currently down and being updated but will be back up on the BSBT website later this week. Contact Melinda if you would like to discuss applying for in-kind support.

For full details, including eligibility criteria, further details on the outcome, and online application form, click here:

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