Funding
Funding solutions for playground projects should try to be as inventive as possible. Some of the most successful playground projects have used several sources of funding – from section 106 payments to council match-funding and community-led fundraisers.
This list is not exhaustive but will hopefully point you in the direction of the source of funding you are looking for. Click on the link in each tab to learn more.
ASDA Foundation
Charities, schools and community groups have the opportunity to apply for funding for local projects that require financial assistance to the ASDA Foundation. Grants of between £5,000 and £10,000 are available for good causes and community groups in your local area.
Aviva Community Fund
Aviva Community Fund offers support and project funding. Aviva have recently opened their funding for 2017. The scheme supports projects related to health and wellbeing, activities for children and young people and support for family life. If your project will have positive effects on your community have a look at the guidelines on the Aviva site.
Bank of Scotland Foundation
Small, medium and large grants are available. The Bank of Scotland supports people and local communities across Scotland. Local, regional and national charities passing the eligibility test for selected grants may apply. All three grant levels are open in four stages throughout the year.
BBC Children In need
Children in Need is the BBC’s UK corporate charity. They provide grants to projects which focus on children and young people who are disadvantaged. Grant programmes are open all year and are awarded three to four times a year.
Biff Award
Biff award is managed by the Royal Society of Wildlife trust. The programme supports as many projects across the UK as possible. It aims to enhance community spaces, cultural facilities and places for outdoor recreation. Eligible projects must benefit local people of all ages and must be no more that 10 miles away from either a Biffa site or any landfill site.
Big Lottery Fund
The Big Lottery Fund aims to bring improvements to communities and the lives of people most in need. Areas targeted include health, education, environment and charitable purposes. Organisations in the public, private and third party sectors can apply for funding.
Community Foundation
Community Foundations manage and allocate funds donated by individuals, statutory bodies and charitable trusts. Funds are targeted at projects that make a genuine difference to local communities. Only local community groups and voluntary organisations can apply.