The SWAP Fund is aimed at 3rd Sector, not for profit groups and charities. The fund aims to tackle crime at it’s root cause. The money has been made available by the Police and Crime Commissioner for Cheshire and takes money seized from the proceeds of crime and looks to turn this into positive action.
This year the fund is £150,000.
Community groups can apply for ‘Express Grants’ up to £1,000 or their ‘Main Grant’ of up to £5,000. Project need to achieve one of the Commissioners priorities and fundamentally improve community safety and reduce crime.
Applications are now being accepted and the fund will officially close on the 1st February 2025 or once the funds are allocated, so we encourage early application.
Applicants need to consider their impact on one of the policing priorities.
Full criteria and FAQs are available on the website and link to the online application form:
https://www.cheshire-pcc.gov.uk/what-the-commissioner-does/community-funding/SWAP-Fund/