Community Development Fund

The fund is currently closed for new applications

Connexus support and works with groups and partner agencies that make a positive contribution to the well-being and sustainability of our communities in Shropshire and Herefordshire by offering grants of up to £3,000 towards projects.

We welcome applications from groups and organisations within areas where Connexus have homes. This includes community groups, local and national charities, resident associations and voluntary organisations.

Projects should support one of the following aims:

Well-being Health, fitness and social inclusion
Financial support Including organisations providing support through the cost of living crisis
Employment and/or skills and training Training or support that leads to employment or improved life skills
Digital inclusion Helping the whole community to use digital devices and get online

Connexus will not fund:

  • Activities promoting a particular religious or political belief
  • Any project or service that is the responsibility of a statutory body
  • Any projects that do not have a strong and relevant connection to Connexus communities
  • Any profit-making projects
  • Salaries for full-time posts