CDL Fund supports grassroots community groups based in the borough of Stockport, UK, to deliver local community activities that enhance wellbeing, support inclusion and strengthen community connections. The grant funding is available for smaller community projects, with grants up to £1,000. Applications are open now and close at 12:00 noon on 5 March 2026.
About The CDL Fund for Community Well-being
The Cheshire Datasystems Limited (CDL), in partnership with Forever Manchester, a charity organisations offers the CDL Fund to support community activity across the borough of Stockport in the United Kingdom. Forever Manchester has been active since 1989, and has donated funds to support thousands of grassroots community projects that improve the quality of life and connect local people. The grant is provided to grassroots community groups or voluntary groups that need modest financial support to run activities that benefit local residents’ health, wellbeing and inclusion.
Funding Size
- Typical grant amount: £1,000
- Maximum award: £1,000
- Project duration supported: Not publicly specified
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Who Can Apply for the CDL Fund for Community Well-being
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- Eligible organisation types:
- Grassroots community groups
- Voluntary groups
- Registration requirements:
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- Community groups must be based in the borough of Stockport.
- They must have an annual income of less than £150,000.
- Geographic eligibility: the borough of Stockport
- Sector or thematic focus:
- Improves the quality of life
- Community well-being
- Health
- Digital inclusion
Application Process
- Visit the official grants page to access and review the eligibility criteria.
- Prepare your project proposal and outline how it impacts the community.
- Complete and submit the application form before 12:00 noon on 5 March 2026.
- Applications are reviewed by the funding team, with decisions made based on relevance and community impact.
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Required Materials
- Project proposal
- Budget
- Proof of organisation registration
- Prior work experience
Key Dates
- Application deadline: March 5, 2026, at 12:00 pm
- Notification timeline: Mid-April 2026
Selection Notes
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- Funding is limited and competitive among eligible grassroots groups.
- Priority focus areas:
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- Quality of life
- Community inclusion and wellbeing
- Health
- Support for older residents, children and young people
- Environmental improvements.
- Exclusions:
- Sport clubs and groups
- Community groups and projects outside the borough of Stockport.
- Activities that promote religious and political initiatives.
Official Source of the CDL Fund for Community Well-being
- Official Application Page: https://forevermanchester.com/fund/cdl-fund/