Funding Fair Opportunity

Breckland Council has organised a Funding Fair to help voluntary and community groups in the district secure money for their organisations. The event will be held on Tuesday 18 May from 10.00am pm to 3.30pm, at the Eco Tech Centre in Swaffham.

A wide range of organisations will be attending the event to provide advice and guidance on this sometimes complex issue.

Cat Lang, Community Development Officer said; "The previous fair held was a wonderful opportunity to meet funders and find out what is available. It's a great opportunity to get inside their head to find out what they are looking for to make applications successful.”

A number of business and organisations will be at this funding fair including; Big Lottery Fund, Norfolk Community Foundation and Heritage Lottery.

There will be displays with information on the various funds and application forms. Funding is available for a wide range of projects from healthy eating projects, play areas, community buildings, sports and arts. Community Matters and other support organisations will be on hand to provide project development support.

Breckland Council are committed to supporting and promoting a vibrant voluntary sector. As part of this commitment it has held funding fairs over the last few years to help non profit making organisation operating in the district

The previous funding fair attracted over 100 people from over 20 organisations and attendees said they found it very useful to talk to each other to getting funding tips and advice on how to make successful applications.

These events are always very popular so voluntary and community groups interested in attending will need to ensure their place is confirmed and contact Cat Lang at Breckland Council on 01362 656870 to book a place.