Grants Panel
Trent & Dove recognises that the voluntary sector significantly contributes to the quality of life of people living and working in the areas where we provide homes. This contribution can be complementary or supplementary to our work and that of other community partner agencies.
These grants are designed to help, support, create and transform local communities. The panel, composed of twelve Trent & Dove tenants and independent community representatives, ensures a diverse range of perspectives in the decision-making process. They are supported by the Community Engagement team, who oversee the governance of the process. Successful applicants are required to submit both progress reports and a final report detailing the impact and outcomes of their initiatives.
Our Grants Panel welcomes applications for both parts from organisations and young people that contribute towards the achievement of our aims and objectives set out in Trent & Dove’s Strategic Plan 2022-2027.
The major themes of which are:
- Community engagement
- Equality, diversity and inclusion
- Environment
- Health and wellbeing
- Life-long learning opportunities.
Trent & Dove's Strategic Plan 2022-2027 underpins our Customer Voice Strategy, which includes providing investment and support to a grants fund, part of which is to:
- Support community projects with grants up to £2,000
- Award grants up to £250 to young people under 18, and up to £750 for individuals aged 18 to 25 who live locally.
- Provide lifelong learning grants up to £750 for individuals pursuing continuous education and skill development.
Community Project Grant
Up to £2000
This could be used to fund equipment, to help with rising utility costs or for development of community projects.
Lifelong Learning Grant
Up to £750
This grant could be used to seek out educational opportunities for all ages or cover the cost of supporting equipment.
Young Person's Grant
Up to £250 (u18's) and £750 (18-25)
This grant provides assistance towards gaining life experience or for development of community projects.
From June 2023 to February 2024, Trent & Dove distributed a total of £35,000 in grants across Staffordshire, benefiting various community-driven projects. These funds supported environmental initiatives, the creation of warm communal spaces, and activities tailored for children and youth groups. The grants aimed not only to enhance local environments but also fostered community engagement and enrichment, reflecting Trent & Dove's commitment to supporting community development.
Application deadline |
Grant Panel meeting |
Applicant informed of decision |
| 21st May 2024 | 11th June 2024 | 14th June 2024 |
| 20th August 2024 | 10th September 2024 | 13th September 2024 |
| 12th November 2024 | 3rd December 2024 | 6th December 2024 |
| 11th February 2025 | 4th March 2025 | 7th March 2025 |
If you'd like to apply or need more information about our Community Grants, please contact communityengagement@trentanddove.org
Listed below are the projects that secured funding from the years 2023 to 2024, demonstrating a diverse range of initiatives and their successful implementation during this period.
