This grants scheme channels funding into community projects that help reduce the risk of crime and abuse and increase public safety.
There is £400,000 available for the 2024/2025 financial year and you can apply for up to £10,000 for a twelve month project (depending on the round). This maximum exists to support as many projects and initiatives as possible.
The Commissioner is keen to hear from organisations that can make a meaningful difference in the lives of those residing in Leicestershire, Leicester and Rutland.
There will be two funding rounds for the 2024/2025 year, being either a general or specialist round.
Funding Round Details:
| Round | Opening Date | Closing Date |
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1. General
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8th August 2024
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5th September 2024 (5pm)
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2. TBA
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TBA
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TBA
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For Round 1 of the Commissioner's Safety Fund (CSF), a total of £200,000 funding was available. You were able to apply for up to £10,000 of funding for a twelve month project and all applications must link to the current Police and Crime Plan.
The round opened on Thursday 8th August 2024 and closed at 5pm on Thursday 5th September 2024.
All the information available to make an application was available below.
If you have any questions on funding please do not hesitate to contact the OPCC Commissioning Team via email: opcc_commissioning@leics.police.uk.
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