ARE YOU A LOCAL GROUP IN BETCHWORTH THAT NEEDS A GRANT?
Betchworth Parish Council are pleased to announce that for the 4th year running we are able to offer our local constituted voluntary groups or charitable organisations an opportunity to apply for a grant from the Parish Council. The Council have agreed to use up to £5,000 of the burial ground surplus to fund the grant programme in 2025/26.
To qualify, you must be able to demonstrate that funding will benefit the Parish, or residents of the Parish, through the objective of the grant request.
If you would like to take advantage of this opportunity, applications must be received by 24th February to be included for discussion and approval at the March 2025 Parish Council meeting which is due to take place on 3rd March. If you are interested and would like an application form or any further details, please contact clerk@betchworth-pc.gov.uk.
HAVE YOU A GREAT IDEA THAT WOULD BENEFIT THE PARISH & RESIDENTS THAT QUALIFIES FOR CIL FUNDING?
As part of the Betchworth Parish Council’s 2025/26 Budget, a portion of the Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) funds has been allocated for spending in the upcoming financial year. These funds are designed to support projects that benefit the local community and improve the infrastructure of the village. While the Council has identified a number of potential projects, it is keen to hear from residents about their ideas for how the CIL funds could be used. CIL funding can be spent on a wide range of physical infrastructure projects, including improvements to transport links, flood prevention measures, green infrastructure, and community facilities that will enhance life in the village. The amount available to spend on projects is only £25k and therefore the projects that can be considered are relatively small scale. Residents are encouraged to share their suggestions, whether it’s enhancing green spaces, improving footpaths or cycling routes, or any other idea that would benefit the village as a whole.
If you have a project in mind, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Parish Council clerk@betchworth-pc.gov.uk. The Council is eager to gather as many ideas as possible to ensure that the funds are used effectively and in the best interests of the community.