Renovating and adapting your space to meet community needs
This webinar covers the transformation of neglected community buildings into thriving hubs.
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Community Ownership Fund
The Community Ownership Fund is now closed. There will be no further application windows on the COF programme.
At the beginning of July, the Chancellor asked officials to prepare an assessment of the state of the UK’s spending inheritance from the previous government. On 23rd December 2024 the government awarded £36.2m in funding to 85 Round 4 Window 1 applicants who met the minimum scoring criteria.
Since 2021, the Community Ownership Fund has awarded, in total, over £135 million to 409 projects across the UK, with £93.4 million allocated to 283 projects across England, over £22 million allocated to 57 projects in Scotland, £8.8m million to 30 projects in Wales and around £11.4 million to 39 projects in Northern Ireland.
Any unallocated funding or funding returned by projects that have had to withdraw will be used to fund other key government priorities.
The government remains committed to the communities' sector and community empowerment. There will be further announcements relating to communities in the new year, including on the community ownership of assets.
Our FAQ page provides answers to common questions about the COF.
Why community engagement is key to your success
Learn strategies for effectively engaging your communities in a capital project.
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Renting your space for the benefit of your community
Webinar recording and film to help community organisations maximise the potential of space rental.
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Capital Funding Directory
A directory of main national funders, lenders and other sources of funding for capital projects.
How to write your business plan for a capital funding application
Information about what you should include in your business plan for your COF application.
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Top tips for writing a strong business case for capital grant funding
This guide provides advice for building a strong business case for capital funding
Top tips for submitting your capital funding grant application
This guide provides general advice for submitting your capital funding grant application
Frequently asked questions about the Community Ownership Fund
This FAQ guide provides answers to common questions about the Community Ownership Fund
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About the Community Ownership Fund support programme
We are 10 leading community support organisations combining our knowledge and skills to help you with the Community Ownership Fund. Between us we cover the whole UK and cover a deep knowledge base and experience of working with organisations developing a range of community assets.
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