In the wake of the tragic events of July 2024, which claimed the lives of three young girls and deeply affected the Southport community, a new round of funding has been announced to aid recovery efforts.
Since its launch, the Southport Strong Together Appeal, with two other major fundraising appeals has distributed more than £830,000 to support the families affected, local schools and community projects. This second round of community funding builds on that momentum, prioritising applications from groups that have not yet received support.
Rae Brooke, CEO of CFLM, said:
“The generosity by the public and the resilience shown by the Southport community has been nothing short of extraordinary. This next phase of funding will enable local organisations to provide the vital services and activities that will help residents heal, connect, and move forward together.”
The Southport Strong Together Appeal, a partnership between the Community Foundation for Merseyside, Sefton CVS, and Sefton Council, is offering grants of £500 to £5,000 to support voluntary, community, and faith (VCF) organisations. This funding aims to strengthen the community by addressing issues such as mental health, youth engagement, and community cohesion.
Who Can Apply?
The grants programme is open to VCF sector groups based in or delivering services to Southport residents. Key funding priorities include:
· Promoting community cohesion and anti-racism initiatives.
· Providing mental health and well-being support, such as counselling.
· Developing youth programmes to foster engagement and safety.
· Supporting vulnerable groups through community reassurance initiatives.
· Offering training and capacity building for local organisations.
· Facilitating intergenerational and interfaith activities to strengthen community bonds.
Key Dates
· Applications close: Sunday, 23 February 2025, at 11:59 PM.
· Decisions announced: Friday, 28 February 2025.
· Funded activities delivered: 1 March – 31 October 2025.
How to Apply
Organisations can apply via https://seftoncvs.org.uk/southport-recovery-vcf-sector-grant/. For further information or questions, email southportresponse@seftoncvs.org.uk.
About the Appeal
Launched in partnership with the National Emergencies Trust and supported by Sefton Council, the Southport Strong Together Appeal has become a beacon of hope during a difficult time. By funding essential services and fostering community resilience, it aims to help Southport rebuild stronger than ever.
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