Folkestone Town Council Grants Scheme

Folkestone Town Council has two types of grant scheme. Please read the guidelines below to ensure you apply for the right grant for your organisation.

WARD GRANTS  

 Folkestone Town Council Ward Councillors, each have a grant fund for initiatives in their ward.

To apply, you need to complete the Council’s Ward Grant application form below and email it to the appropriate Ward Councillor(s).

To find your Ward Councillor and their email address please click here

Your Ward Councillor(s) will review your application and will be in contact with you directly to inform you of the outcome of your application.

Who can apply:

Applicants that are within the Folkestone Town area, or any part of it, or can show a benefit to all or some of its residents. These include;

- clubs and societies

- voluntary bodies and associations

- non-profit making organisations

- charitable bodies

Ward Grant Policy Guidelines 
Ward Grant Application Form  
Ward Grants Awarded 2023/24 
TOWN GRANTS 

 Folkestone Town Council Town Grants Scheme aims to help promote a vibrant and active local community. The Council recognises and supports the valuable contribution made by many voluntary groups and organisations in the fields of arts; sport; culture; social care; services for children and young adults; services for the elderly and people with disabilities; and many others who contribute to the wellbeing of the local community.


To apply you will need to complete the appropriate grants application form below, applications will be accepted by email only.

Who can apply:

Applicants that are within the Folkestone Town area, or any part of it, or can show a benefit to all or some of its residents. These include;

- clubs and societies

- voluntary bodies and associations

- non-profit making organisations

- charitable bodies

Please note, there are limited funds available for the grants scheme, grants are awarded at the discretion of the council.

The cut off dates for the Town Council Grant applications 2024-25 are:

- 23rd August 2024 (meeting date 19th September 2024) 

- 18th October 2024 (meeting date 14th October2024)

- 13th December 2024 (meeting date 9th January 2025)

- 14th February 2025 (meeting date 13th March 2025) 

 Town Grant Policy Guidelines
Town Grant £1000+ Application Form 
Town Grants less than £1000 Application Form 
Town Grants Awarded 2023/24