From Stockport Homes:

Stockport Homes has a Community Fund enabling customers to access money to help improve neighbourhoods where Stockport Homes manages properties. This fund will support projects that make a real difference to the lives of our customers and the wider community.

The list of what the Community Fund is available for is endless – here are a few ideas:

A sports programme or project to improve the lives of young people.
A wildlife garden or tree planting programme to benefit the local environment.
Neighbourhood events such as fun days or cooking events.
Job clubs or skill building programmes that help customers back into work.
Any person or group interested in funding can apply, as long as they make a commitment to:

· having a plan for how the funding will be used;
· publicising the project as much as possible within the community; and
· having the support of a least two Stockport Homes’ customers.
Customers can apply for up to £1,000 per project. The amount awarded will depend on the project.

Rachel Mills, Special Projects Officer said: “This is a fantastic opportunity for customers to make a real difference in their neighbourhoods. We’re hoping for some fun and exciting projects that bring communities together and encourage long term sustainability.“

For more information or to complete an on-line application form, please go to the Community Fund page of our website.

Help is available for customers who may need help / assistance completing the application form – please contact a local Area Housing Office.

Alternatively, you can pick up a paper form from one of the Area Housing Offices or the Housing Information Centre at 1 St. Peter’s Square, Stockport SK1 1NZ.

Bids will be presented at the next available Stockport Homes Area Forums for customers to vote on and approve.

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