Brent Council - Wembley Housing Zone Project & Wates Residential - Community Chest 2025
Fund details & criteria
Fund purpose
Wates Residential is committed to reimagining places for people to thrive, and as part of this mission, we are proud to introduce the Community Chest Initiative. This fund supports grassroots organisations, charities, and community groups in delivering impactful projects that address the needs of local residents in the Borough of Brent. Community groups can apply for a min of £1,000 & up to £10,000 to fund projects that align with one or more of our eight key priorities: ✅ Promoting health and well-being ✅ Addressing cost of living challenges ✅ Climate and environmental action ✅ Improving employment, training, and education ✅ Engaging young people in positive activities ✅ Reducing social isolation ✅ Enhancing community spaces and development ✅ Supporting sustainable community development Who Can Apply? Applications are accepted from Brent’s voluntary & community sector and Brent Schools. Eligible organisations include: ✔ Registered charities or charitable incorporated organisations ✔ Charitable companies or social enterprises ✔ Community interest companies (CICs) ✔ Businesses (not-for-profit and without share capital) ✔ Schools We encourage established organisations to collaborate with smaller grassroots organisations (Grassroots organisations are those established within 12 months of the application submission date). Key Information 📅 Fund Launch Date: Thursday 27th February 2025 📝 Application Deadline: Sunday 23rd March 2025 at 11:59 PM 💵 Minimum grant: £1,000 | Maximum grant: £10,000 📍 Location: Borough-wide, with a focus on delivery in the Wembley area ⏳ Project Completion Deadline: Wednesday 31st December 2025 at 11:59 PM What We Fund 🔹 Projects that align with at least one of our 8 key priorities 🔹 Initiatives that support one of the 5 Borough Plan Priorities 🔹 Projects that directly benefit local residents in Brent 🔹 Collaborative initiatives that foster inclusion and long-term impact What We Don’t Fund ❌ Retrospective costs or projects already started ❌ General running costs, staffing, or overheads ❌ Political, religious, or for-profit activities ❌ Projects outside the borough For further info: https://www.brent.gov.uk/neighbourhoods-and-communities/community-funding Through the Community Chest, Wates Residential & Brent Council are dedicated to building not just homes, but stronger futures. If your project aligns with our vision, we encourage you to apply and make a difference in your community!