Community Benefit Fund
Community Benefit Fund
Do you have an idea that could make your community a better place to live? The Settle Community Benefit Fund is here to help! The fund forms part of our agreement with North Hertfordshire Council to reinvest money from right to buy sales straight back into our communities, to help residents thrive in their homes.
We’ve secured £50,000 to support projects designed by residents, for residents, and you can apply for up to £3,000 to bring your idea to life.
Please read before applying
Frequently Asked Questions:
A Community Benefit Fund supports projects and activities helping people thrive in their homes by improving the quality of life for residents and the wider communities in which they live.
We welcome applications from charities, not-for-profit organisations, clubs, constituted groups, informal groups and individuals.
If your group does not fall under these categories, please contact a member of the engagement team to discuss before applying.
The types of projects we’re looking to support include, but are not limited to:
- Creating or improving community spaces, like local hubs or green areas
- Running workshops or training programmes that support residents’ personal development
- Organising community safety initiatives that encourage Community engagement and reduce the fear of crime & Anti-Social behaviour
- Developing activities for vulnerable groups to help tackle loneliness and isolation within the Community
- Creating activities that support and promote the diversity within our community.
We will not fund:
- Applications to cover the running costs of existing projects
- Spending that has already taken place (i.e., retrospective funding)
- Individual sponsorship or redistribution of a grant to individuals or other organisations
- Applicants who have received funding in the same financial year, except under exceptional circumstances or where a pilot project has been funded
- Applicants who have not provided the agreed monitoring information following previous funding.
You can apply for any amount from £250 up to £3000. As part of the application process, you will be expected to supply a clear project plan that shows how the project will be run and how the costs are calculated.
How can I apply
Applications can be submitted in the following ways:
- Via Settle Connect
- Send a completed application form by email to [email protected]
- Post a completed application to Settle, Blackhorse Road, Letchworth, Herts, SG6 1HA
Both successful and unsuccessful applicants will be notified of the decision made on your application in writing / via email.
Monitoring requirements will be confirmed with successful applicants.
Funding window #1
October 2, 2025 – November 14, 2025
Funding window #2
January 9, 2026 – February 20, 2026
Need help?
If you’re not sure if your idea qualifies, or you’d like some support with your application, get in touch – we’re here to help.
