The Morecambe & Lunesdale MP David Morris has today encouraged constituents to bid for the 3rd round of coastal communities funding. The latest round will cover projects during 2014 / 17 and there will be around £64 Million available.
The fund aims to support the economic development of UK coastal communities by awarding funding to deliver sustainable economic growth and jobs.
Previously the Morecambe Bay Partnership was awarded £490,000. This year, funding awards of over £50,000 are available to a variety of organisations for projects lasting over two years. The following organisations can apply:
- charities
- voluntary and community sector organisations
- social enterprises, including cooperatives and community ownership initiatives
- local authorities
- local enterprise partnerships in England
- private sector companies.
David Morris MP said, “I am pleased that the 3rd round of coastal communities funding is now open to bids, the Coastal Communities Fund is a great way for a diverse range of organisations including charities, community organisations, social enterprises and private sector companies to secure funding of over £50,000. The Government has ear marked this money to help communities like those in Morecambe & Lunesdale and I would urge everyone to consider bidding. “
The deadline for expressions of interest is 30th April 2014. Those who would like to apply should visit the coastal communities website http://www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/global-content/programmes/uk-wide/coas…