South Western Railway is pleased to announce that we are now inviting bids and proposals for the next round of our Customer and Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF).
CCIF is intended to support small and medium-sized community projects which can be completed over the course of the year.
Supported more than 70 projects across network
In previous rounds of funding, we have supported more than 70 projects with a value of over £6 million across our network, assisting important local causes and initiatives and delivering extensive social value and benefit.
Who can apply
We would welcome bids from grassroot or neighbourhood groups, local authorities (i.e. parish or town councils, borough councils, county councils), elected representatives, civic societies, charities, sports teams, social clubs, or any other organisation with a great idea for how CCIF may be able to help their community.
Don’t miss the deadline
Applications for this new round of funding can be made for projects which will be started and completed between 1st April 2023 and 31st March 2024.
The closing date for bids is 23.59 on Friday 16th September 2022.
Krcalova: Look forward to seeing all of the brilliant bids and applications
CCIF Manager, Veronika Krcalova, said,
“We are delighted to invite community organisations to apply for funding for their projects from the Customer and Communities Improvement Fund.
“Backing those initiatives that benefit local communities around our stations is just one of the ways in which SWR can show its support for the people who live and work on our network.
“I look forward to seeing all of the brilliant bids and applications we receive.”
You can apply now using an easy to follow application form, supported by a guidance booklet available on the Website.
News shared by Steve on behalf of South Western Railway. Ed
