The Autumn 2018 budget announced that, to mark the centenary of the Armistice, government would support several initiatives, including making available grant funding to support improvement projects for village halls.

The aim of this grant funding is the updating and refurbishment of village halls so that they are fit for purpose and provide activities which improve health and wellbeing and support the local rural economy.

£3 million has been made available to ACRE, who are administering the scheme to fund up to 20% of eligible costs, with a minimum grant of £10,000 and a maximum grant of £75,000 payable.

There is a two-stage application process: an online application form and costings, followed by submission of a full application at any time before 31 March 2020 or until it is announced that the Fund is fully committed.

Fisher German have a wealth of experience, applying for grant funding on behalf of clients. For further details about the scheme and to see whether your village hall would qualify for assistance visit www.acre.org.uk

For further information email Louise Duffin here