Funding bids welcomed for jubilee celebrations in North Ayrshire

Community groups and organisations in North Ayrshire can apply for funding to celebrate the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations this summer.

The community funding has been ringfenced by the Council to support voluntary and community organisations to deliver a combination of creative, heritage and cultural activities as part of Her Majesty the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee celebrations.

This week, the Queen has become the first British monarch to celebrate a Platinum Jubilee having reigned for 70 years.

Grants up to £1,000

The invitation to apply for grants of £250, £500, or £1,000 is now open to offer support to vital community groups and local organisations who wish to hold their own community-led events to commemorate this memorable occasion.

Groups have until 5pm on Monday, 28 February, to apply for the funding and awards will then be reviewed by an independent panel and allocated by the end of March 2022.

Councillor Louise McPhater, Cabinet Member for Participatory Democracy commented: “We are delighted to launch the Queen's Platinum Jubilee Fund as this is an excellent chance for community groups and not-for-profit organisations to celebrate a historic milestone.

“North Ayrshire has been highly successful in its involvement in past celebrations for nation events such as the 2014 Commonwealth Games, Queen’s Baton Relay, World War Centenary Commemorations, Olympic Torch Relay, Queen’s 90th Birthday, Scotland’s Year of Homecoming and Scotland’s Year of Coasts and Waters.

“Our communities will be able to choose how to participate in marking the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee and to celebrate community service, enhance civic pride and build capacity through participation and community leadership.

“After the challenges of the last 18 months, the fund is also key to our recovery from the pandemic as it allows for community groups, volunteers, and local residents to get involved, socialise and share in meaningful experiences together, while having a positive impact on the wider community.

“So, if you’re planning a community event such an open day or community gathering or perhaps you have an idea to improve a public space or create a commemorative space for people to come together, share your ideas now and submit an application. I would encourage any community group interested to apply for funding well before the deadline – don’t miss out on your chance to take your project or idea to the next level.”

Apply online

Community groups and not-for-profit organisations from within North Ayrshire with a bank account can apply.

Electronic forms must be emailed to harbourarts@north-ayrshire.gov.ukor printed forms handed into your nearest local library.

If you require a printed form please contact your local library.

Find a library (north-ayrshire.gov.uk), The HAC – North Ayrshire's Cultural Hub or Culture and heritage (north-ayrshire.gov.uk)

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