Small Projects Fund
The Small Projects Fund…forThetford can support capital projects that strengthen communities, enhance local pride and make a positive difference to life in Thetford.
Grants of between £500 and £25,000 are available for Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations which are operating in Thetford and embedded within the local community.
About the fund
The Small Projects Fund…forThetford has been made possible by the national Pride in Place programme, a government initiative designed to boost local economies, empower communities and raise living standards across the country. Find out more about the programme on the forThetford website here.
This fund can support capital projects that meet the aims of Thetford’s 10-Year Regeneration Plan, and that deliver on one or more of the six key regeneration priorities and associated community outcomes below:
Regeneration priorities:
- Regeneration of the riverside area
- Improving education and skills provision
- Increasing accessibility
- Strengthening heritage and culture
- Regenerating the residential estates
- Improving the train station area
Community outcomes:
- Engage young people
- Support vulnerable and isolated residents
- Improve neighbourhood appearance and local pride
- Increase volunteering opportunities
- Celebrate Thetford’s history, heritage and culture
- Promote health and wellbeing
- Create opportunities for learning and skills development
- Bring communities together across different backgrounds
Funding can support:
- Small capital items such as furniture, storage and equipment
- Building and refurbishment costs. If funding would contribute to a larger capital project, your application must demonstrate that permissions and other fundraising have been considered. Applications which have secured match funding may be prioritised if the fund is oversubscribed.
Please note: funding cannot support operational or activity costs.
This funding might be right for your organisation if you can demonstrate:
- A clear and active connection to Thetford (Map – forThetford)
- Evidence of being engaged and active in supporting Thetford residents
- Strong, measurable experience in delivering community impact in Thetford
- That your capital project can be delivered within the funding period (12 months)
- You meet NCF’s general eligibility criteria.
Please note: All successful applicants will be required to use and promote the forThetford brand when publicising their project.
What else do I need to know?
How to apply
Please use the ‘Apply Online’ link below to begin your application.
When to apply
The deadline for submitting an application is Monday 30th November 2026 at 12 noon. Funding decisions will be confirmed by the end of February 2027.
Call for Applications
Open
Maximum Grant
£25,000
Deadline
30 November 2026 – 12:00pm
Who can apply?
Charity, Faith organisation, Social Enterprise/CIC, and Voluntary/Community Group
Eligible Area
Thetford
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