Community First in Herefordshire & Worcestershire primarily supports rural community development infrastructure in the two-county area, with a clear emphasis on strengthening local groups through practical, place-based support. Through the Elmley Community Arts Fund, they back community-led arts events, activities, and equipment purchases that help local organizations deliver cultural programming and build capacity. Their giving appears tightly focused on grassroots groups and community venues, especially in smaller towns and villages across Herefordshire and Worcestershire.
Competitive, application-based small grants administered in rounds; funding is program-specific and geography-restricted to Herefordshire and Worcestershire, with decisions made after published deadlines.
Watch for published application rounds and deadlines for the Elmley Community Arts Fund, and apply only if your project serves Herefordshire or Worcestershire community groups. Strong applications should clearly explain the community benefit, arts/cultural purpose, and, for equipment requests, how the purchase will be used to expand access or participation.
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Current and upcoming funding from Community First In Herefordshire & Worcestershire that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Community groups operating in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Applicants should follow guidance notes and supply required supporting documents.
Deadline: Application rounds published for 2026/27; example round: deadline Friday 24 April (decision by Friday 8 May). Further dates to follow. Completed forms must be submitted by 5pm on the deadline date.
Who can apply: Community groups operating in Herefordshire and Worcestershire. Applicants should follow guidance notes and supply required supporting documents.
Deadline: Application rounds published for 2026/27; example round: deadline Friday 24 April (decision by Friday 8 May). Further dates to follow. Completed forms must be submitted by 5pm on the deadline date.
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