Bradford City of Culture Micro-Grants

Community projects across our district are encouraged to apply for one of our newly launched micro-grants.

The grants, of up to £200 per project, are designed to support small but impactful projects across the communities where our customers live.

As a proud supporter of Bradford City of Culture 2025, the aim for the micro grants is to help the chosen projects to deliver creative, cultural, or community-focused work that benefits people from across the Bradford district.

Applications are open from 6th May and close on 19th May 2025.

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Who can apply?

Community organisations, schools, or non-profits based in Bradford  

The project must take place within the Bradford District within an Incommunities neighbourhood area, and it must benefit the local community. 

Project criteria

Projects should address at least one of the following themes: 

  • Culture & Creativity: Projects that celebrate the arts, culture, or heritage of Bradford.
  • Promotes unity, good relationships in the community and celebrates diversity and inclusivity
  • Community Wellbeing: Initiatives that promote connection, health, or wellbeing among residents.
  • Youth Engagement:  Programmes that inspire and engage young people.
  • Environment & Sustainability: Efforts that improve or protect local green spaces or promote sustainable living.
  • Social Inclusion:  Projects that address isolation and foster inclusivity. 

Further qualifying criteria can be found on the application form.

Winners will be contacted via email after the closing date.  

For guidance or questions regarding the Micro grants, please email:  BD25info@incommunities.co.uk