BCP Council’s BH Coastal Lottery Small Grants opens on Monday 26th June 2023.

The Council is committed to promoting and supporting the voluntary and community sector and recognises the value that independent, not-for-profit community and voluntary sector organisations have in the local community. The BH Coastal Lottery good causes funding demonstrates the Council’s commitment to support a successful voluntary and community sector, which encourages communities to have active voices and promotes engagement and equality.

Grants of up to £2,500 are available for community groups working in the Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, with an income of less than £60,000 who residents have an outstanding quality of life and everyone plays an active role in the community. Projects must have strong volunteer/ resident involvement and be able to show a demonstrable need for the activities they offer.

• Read the Eligibility Criteria and complete this Application form.

The deadline for applications is midnight Sunday 20th August 2023.

If you have any questions, please email bhcoastallottery@bcpcouncil.gov.uk or telephone 01202 093313