Pride In Place Runcorn- Micro Grant Application Form. 2026 - 2027

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These are open to registered charities, CICs and voluntary / community organisations. Priority will be given to smaller grassroots organisations.

This funding is from UK Government, facilitated through Halton Borough Council and is managed by Halton & St Helens Voluntary & Community Action.

What is Pride in Place?  Pride in Place is a 10-year government programme giving communities the power and funding to improve local spaces, support culture, and boost pride in where they live. Runcorn is one of 250 areas that will have £20 million investment over 10 years. Through community consultation, local people have already identified key themes that they would like to see implemented in Runcorn Old Town. Please click here for detailed information on themes   

Why a Small Grants Programme? When residents want to make a lasting difference in their local area, they often need modest funding to get started. Community grants—sometimes known as community pots or chests—offer small but strategic amounts of money to help turn local ideas into action.  A targeted small grants scheme will enable local action, encourage participation, and unlock the potential of grassroots groups who are often best placed to understand and respond to local needs.   

What are the aims of the Grants Fund? The key aims of the project are to: 

  • empower local people to take action in their community
  • promote inclusion, wellbeing, culture and local pride
  • increase community participation and volunteering
  • strengthen local networks
  • improve visibility and vitality of Runcorn and the Old Town   


How much can I apply for? Micro grants of up to £250 per project?  

Specifically aimed at young people aged 14 – 25 years who want to make a difference.  They are open to individuals or a group of individuals who may not be part of a charity or organisation (unconstituted group).  

Applicants will need to show they are or will, work in partnership or with residents to apply.     

Funds can be used to:

  • kick-start grassroots projects
  • support new or emerging community groups
  • enable community led activities that promote pride in place, wellbeing and social inclusion
About You

You must have been born between 1st April 2001 and 31st March 2013 to apply.  

Tell Us About Your Idea
1. What would you like to do with the grant?

Tell us about your idea. 

What activity, event, project or improvement would you like to make happen?

2. Who do you think would benefit from your project?

Who is it for?

For example:

  • Young people
  • Families
  • Older residents
  • The wider community

How many people do you think could get involved?

3. Why is this important?

What difference will your project make to Runcorn Old Town or the people who live there?

4. What would success look like to you for this project?

How will you know your project has gone well? 

For example

  • Lots of people took part
  • The area looks better
  • People learned something new
  • People made new friends
  • People felt happier or safer
5. What will you spend the money on?

Please tell us what you need to buy or pay for.

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Working Together
6. Who will help you deliver your project?

Will you be working with:

  • Friends or other young people?
  • A youth group?
  • A School or College
  • A community organisation?
  • Local residents?
Your Agreement

I confirm that:

  • I am aged 14-25
  • The information I have given is correct
  • If I receive a grant, I will use it for the project described above.
  • I will tell HSVCA how the project went