Brent Council - Church End 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 max £5,000 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? Brent-based organisations whose projects will be delivered in the Church End & or Roundwood community ✔ Registered charities or charitable incorporated organisations ✔ Charitable companies or social enterprises ✔ Community interest companies (CICs) ✔ Businesses (not-for-profit and without share capital) ✔ Cooperative and Community Benefit Societies ✔ 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: Wednesday 30th July 2025 📝 Application Deadline: Wednesday 27th August at 11:59 PM 💵 Minimum grant: £500 | Maximum grant: £5,000 📍 Location: Church End & or Roundwood ⏳ Project Completion Deadline: Tuesday 31st March 2026 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 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!