The Sid Vale Association CIO is a place-based community funder focused on the Sid Valley and surrounding East Devon, supporting projects that protect the local landscape, built environment, heritage, and community life. It also backs museum, local history, and educational activities, with grants used for everything from conservation and amenity improvements to social welfare, recreation, and community events. Funding appears to be aimed primarily at local voluntary organizations and community-led initiatives that advance the Association’s charitable objects.
Administered through the SVA Community Grants Scheme (Keith Owen Fund), with downloadable application guidance and forms. Grants are generally small to moderate but can include larger capital awards, with examples ranging from about £200 to £15,000; giving appears to be local, project-based, and likely awarded through an application/review process rather than open national philanthropy.
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Applicants should use the SVA’s downloadable guidance and application form and ensure the project clearly benefits Sid Valley, Sidmouth, or nearby East Devon. Strong applications will directly align with the Association’s objects—especially conservation, heritage, museum/local history, community amenities, or social and recreational benefit—and should show local impact and practical deliverables.
Current and upcoming funding from The Sid Vale Association CIO that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Same geographic restriction: groups/activities within the SVA boundary. Applicants should consult the Guidance for Applicants before applying.
Who can apply: Organisations operating within the SVA boundary (Sid Valley) may apply. Grants are made in accordance with the SVA Objects; preference signalled for projects using voluntary labour and those preserving local ambience/heritage. Applicants must read Guidance for Applicants and complete the application form.
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