Tamworth Borough Council has opened applications to its Municipal Trust Fund, providing financial support to local voluntary and community organisations delivering benefits to residents of the borough.
The Municipal Trust Fund exists to support charitable, community and voluntary groups whose activities contribute to the wellbeing of Tamworth communities. Grants are available to assist organisations with projects and initiatives that deliver clear local benefit.
Tamworth Municipal Charities has been administered by Tamworth Borough Council since 1868 when it was established by philanthropists who wanted to help relieve financial hardship for local people at a time when state assistance was non-existent.
Over the years it has provided financial aid to those in need, typically awarding grants of between £100 and £500 for the provision of items such as washing machines, cookers, disabled aids, help towards the cost of visiting relatives in hospital, or respite care.
The funds are created from the authority’s returns on investments, and the board of trustees consider requests for help from people in need who live in Tamworth, or from organisations which offer help and support to those in need.
Over the years the fund has helped individual residents and organisations such Dementia Caring, Choices, Make Lunch Stonydelph, 1st Wilnecote Guide Unit, Belgrave Community Allotment & Garden, Coton Centre, Coton Green Church and local individuals.
Applications will be assessed in line with the Trust’s criteria and considered by the Trustees. Organisations may be asked to provide additional information, including financial accounts, as part of the assessment process.
How to apply
Applications are now open and must be submitted using the council’s online application form and email with relevant documentation to: ExecSupportPAs@tamworth.gov.uk.