Apply for a grant


Who can apply for a grant?


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Individuals or groups based in Meltham, Helme and Wilshaw.


Applications open:

Grant applications will be accepted from 27th January 2025


Applications must be submitted by:

Friday 21st February 2025

Download an Application Form - Word

Download an Application Form - PDF

NB: grant application forms are also available from Crossroads Centre and Crossroads Shop in Meltham.

You can contact us about a grant by emailing:

grants@thecrossroadsproject.co.uk



Eligibility requirements?

1. The funds will be used for the benefit of an individual or group in Meltham, Helme and Wilshaw or you have a link to the Crossroads Centre*.

* i.e. you are a volunteer/or you have previously volunteered for the Crossroads project.

2. You/the group do not have access to other funds or savings which could cover the amount requested.

3. For grant applications, a range of diverse needs are considered including:

Alleviate poverty

(inc. stress & anxiety created by hardship)

Creative

Cultural

Health

(physical and mental)

Spiritual

Well-being

4. All applications will be considered - as long as they enable an individual or group to achieve a sense of well-being, reach their goals and engage fully in the local community.

5. Applications which will benefit many members of the local community will be prioritised.

Download an Application Form - Word

Download an Application Form - PDF

NB: grant application forms are also available from The  Crossroads Centre and Crossroads Shop in Meltham.

How it works

1. Check you are eligible to apply for a grant.

2. Download the application form

3. Prepare your application and supporting documentation.

4. Email or drop off/post your application to The Crossroads Centre by Friday 21st February 2025.

NB: grant application forms are also available from The Crossroads Centre in Meltham.

5. We review your application.

6. Grant applicants are notified of the outcome.

7. If approved, the grant is issued.

Download an Application Form - Word

Download an Application Form - PDF

NB: grant application forms are also available from The Crossroads Shop and The Crossroads Centre in Meltham.

Important Information.

Just so you know - Applications are now being accepted from 27th January to 21st February 2025

For Jan/Feb 2025 grant applications, applications should be submitted to The Crossroads Centre by Friday 21st February 2025. 

The applications will be reviewed and the grants panel is due to meet early March 2025, to consider the applications that have been submitted.

Grant applicants will then be notified of the outcome, soon thereafter. 

If you have any questions, please contact us.

Examples of previous grants made include:

Meltham Makers Market

A grant to help with the costs of putting on Meltham Makers Markets in Meltham.

Free Skateboard Sessions at Meltham Skatepark

A grant to help support the young people of Meltham enjoy free skateboard sessions.