About the community fund
All 44 members of Newcastle-under-Lyme Borough Council have received a dedicated budget of £2,500 per year from 2026/27, as part of the Newcastle-under-Lyme Community Fund. It has been set up to help residents and organisations deliver one-off projects, events and activities that complement our objectives and enhance the well-being of local neighbourhoods across the borough.
The fund intends to support positive actions including, but not limited to, the provision of:
- Christmas trees, lights and decorations
- new toys or equipment for playgroups and nurseries
- outings for older people
- the renovation of local landmarks
- contributions towards county council initiatives such as the installation of grit bins
- supporting a local group for a specific activity
- repairs or refurbishment of community facilities
- purchase of street signs or furniture
- a new park bench or memorial
- supporting a community event
Community fund protocol
The protocol is available to download: