Annual Grant Aid and Small Grants

Grants and funding – supporting Ashington’s community

Ashington Town Council is proud to support the local voluntary and community sector through its Annual Grant Aid and Small Grants schemes. Each year, the Council sets aside funding to help organisations that deliver services, activities, and projects for the benefit of Ashington residents.

Our funding supports a wide range of groups, including sports clubs, youth organisations, community associations, arts and heritage projects, and charitable or volunteer-led initiatives.


Available funding schemes

Annual Grant Aid Programme

Grants of up to £5,000 for organisations delivering significant projects or ongoing services.

Invitations: Wednesday 15 April 2026

Deadline: Friday 22 May 2026

Decision date: Tuesday 9 June 2026

Small Grants Fund

Grants of up to £500 for smaller projects. The fund operates in four rounds each year.

Round Invitations Deadline Decisions
Round 1 6 May 2026 20 May 2026 27 May 2026
Round 2 8 July 2026 22 July 2026 29 July 2026
Round 3 8 October 2026 22 October 2026 29 October 2026
Round 4 6 January 2027 20 January 2027 27 January 2027

Apply for funding

Please read the guidance document for your chosen scheme before starting your application.

Annual Grant Aid (Up to £5,000)

For significant projects or ongoing services delivering lasting community benefit.

Small Grants Fund (Up to £500)

Designed for quick-access support to community groups and smaller impactful projects.

If you have questions about the application process, please contact the council office.

Email: admin@ashingtontowncouncil.gov.uk
Telephone: (01670) 624521














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