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CIL applications invited for infrastructure projects

Following November’s successful bids and awards, there is another opportunity to apply for CIL funding.  

The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) is a fee that local authorities can impose on new developments to generate funding for infrastructure, facilities, and services in their area. Local community groups can apply to access a portion of the CIL funds managed by the Council for these purposes.

Previous awards have included:

  • Stage lighting at the WI Hall
  • New playground facilities and Shepherds hut for teaching at Hever Primary School
  • An artificial pitch at Edenbridge Cricket Club
  • New flooring at St Paulinus Centre
  • Contribution to the new Edenbridge Memorial Health Centre
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The deadline to apply is 5pm on Monday 27 January 2025. Members of the CIL Board will meet to decide on applications at their meeting on 10 February. 

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Community groups receive financial boost from Council’s Annual Grants

Community groups and initiatives in Edenbridge have once again benefitted from the Town Council’s Annual Grants scheme, with funding awarded to a variety of projects aimed at enhancing local services and activities.

Each year, the Council invites applications from organisations dedicated to supporting the Edenbridge community. The grants are designed to encourage and expand activities that benefit residents.

Some of this year’s funding will go towards residential trips for young people, breastfeeding and early parenting support, hygiene packs for local families, and the annual Edenbridge Christmas fair.

Chairman of the Finance Committee, Cllr Stephen Sumner, said:
“This year, we were delighted to allocate £8,000 in grants to support services and initiatives that we believe will positively impact the quality of life for our residents. The grant process has been an eye-opener, showcasing the sheer diversity and vibrancy of community groups in Edenbridge. I’d encourage everyone to explore what’s on offer locally and, if you’re part of an organisation that serves the community, consider applying for a grant in the next round.”

At the Council’s Grants Committee Meeting on 25 November 2024, the following grants were approved:

  • Baby Umbrella £400
  • Edenbridge and Westerham Citizens Advice £2,000.00
  • Edenbridge Community Christmas Association £1,000
  • Eden Twinning £50
  • Edenbridge Brownies £500
  • Edenbridge Guides £500
  • Edenbridge Players £250.00
  • Edenbridge Voluntary Transport £1,000.00
  • Hi Kent Hearing Aid Support Clinics £400.00
  • Marsh Green Pre-School £250
  • Eden Christian Trust/ECT Youth Club £500.00
  • The Hygiene Bank £250
  • West Kent Mediation £900.00

Keep an eye out for the next application window to make the most of this initiative. For more information about our grants process, previous awards and other sources of funding, visit our Grants page.

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Free funding workshop for community groups

Community and voluntary groups who want to know more about fundraising and applying for grants can attend a free workshops:

Thursday 28 September, 10am to 2pm at Rickards Hall, Edenbridge

Organised by Sevenoaks District Council’s ‘Better Together’ team, the half-day session is for groups with limited or no experience of writing grant applications or applying for funding.

The event offers practical advice on writing an application, what funders are looking for, researching and preparing a proposal and avoiding the common pitfalls that could lead to an application being rejected.

Visit www.bettertogethercommunity.org.uk/funding to book a place. 

Cllr Lesley Dyball, Sevenoaks District Council’s Cabinet Member for People and Places, says:

“Our free workshop will provide advice, hints and tips from experts on fundraising and how to produce successful grant applications.

“The workshops will also share details of the latest funding opportunities and what’s more, our ‘Better Together’ team will be on-hand to provide help and support after the events.”

Applications are now being invited for Edenbridge Town Council’s Annual Grants fund – deadline: 20 October. Read more about the Grants

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