Grant applications will usually be considered by the Policy & Finance Committee, twice yearly, when it meets in March and September.
Consideration will be given to every application submitted by the advertised deadline (usually) 14 days before the relevant meeting. Applicants are encouraged to submit applications as early as possible to allow time for missing details or documents to be requested. The next meeting is 23rd September 2026 and the deadline for applications is 9th Sept. The small grant budget for 2026 / 27 is £2,000.
Please see below for further details.
Applicants are required to complete the Council’s Grant Application form to apply for grant aid, and to provide all the information requested. Completion of the form does not necessarily entitle the applicant to an award; this is at the discretion of the Council.
There are regulatory restrictions on the type of activity which may be awarded a grant, for example, it is important that there is benefit to the Town and/or local residents.
Applications can be made for capital or revenue expenditure or special projects.The Council expects to award most grants in the range £50 to £250 and although larger awards may be made in exceptional cases, no award in excess of £500 should be expected or applied for. Recipients of larger awards may be invited to the next Full Council meeting to have the award presented by the Town Mayor.
In considering applications for grant aid, the Council will take into account the purpose for which the grant is required, how the grant will benefit the residents of Ringwood, other bodies to which applications for financial assistance have been made, and any other supporting information.
Organisations are not restricted to the number of grant applications that may be made over a period of time. However, the history of previous applications will be considered in the decision making process.
Oct
Ringwood Men’s Shed has established a new home at the former cricket pavilion in Carvers Recreation Ground, thanks to a partnership with the Town Council that will support the group’s valuable community activities and future development.
Oct
Residents are invited to join a programme of Remembrance events in Ringwood, including services at the War Graves, Remembrance Sunday and Armistice Day, to honour and remember those who gave their lives in service to their country.
Oct
A Year 12 student’s innovative eco-friendly wheelie bin store, combining practical bin storage with a wildlife-friendly mini habitat, has been brought to life through a successful collaboration between the Town Council, Ringwood School, Greening Ringwood, local businesses and volunteers.
