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E-mail this to a friendTidy Towns supports practical projects that improve the appearance of communities across Wales. A revised funding structure will provide support in three areas: community-led projects, local authority activities and support for Keep Wales Tidy.
Community-led organisations, such as those conducted by third sector and environmental groups, are invited to bid for funding to improve their cities, towns, villages or rural communities. Types of projects may include improvement of neglected waste land, development of community gardens and allotments, awareness campaigns and projects to control invasive species. The minimum grant is £1,000 and groups can apply for funding of up to £30,000.
The Minister said:
“I am delighted that this vital work to improve the quality of our local environmental can continue. I encourage organisations from across the country to submit bids for the community-led funding element.”
Details of how groups to apply for a grant can be found on the Welsh Assembly Government website.
Funding of £1.1 million, equivalent to £50,000 per authority, will be allocated to local authorities to support essential Tidy Towns services. Funds will also be available to local authorities to support large projects.
Keep Wales Tidy will receive money to support the employment of a community engagement officer in each local authority.
