Summary

The Policing and Community Safety Partnership Small Grants Programme provides funding support for community and voluntary organisations in the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council area. They assist in the completion of local projects and events that help to create a safer community. There is £999 funding available on a rolling basis throughout the year until 31st January 2026.

About The Grant

The Policing and Community Safety Partnership Small Grants Programme is anchored by Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council. PCSP operates as a statutory body under the Justice Act (NI) 2011 and works to strengthen engagement with policing and community safety in the council area. 

The grant aims to support local organisations in addressing crime and community safety issues. The funding of up to £999 is available to successful groups to help fight crime and build safe and confident communities. Only one successful PCSP applicant is awarded each year.

Funding Size

• Typical grant amount: £999
• Maximum award: £999
• Project duration: Until funding runs out or 31st January 2026, whichever comes first.

This grant is available on a rolling basis and remains open until the programme closes.

Who Can Apply

To be eligible for the Policing and Community Safety Partnership Small Grants Programme, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• Nonprofit, community, and voluntary organisations operating within the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council area.
• Organisations must operate in the Causeway Coast and Glens Borough Council area.
• Must not be affiliated with a political party and have enough insurance to cover all activities.
• Organisations must promote and enhance community safety objectives. 

Application Process

• Complete the PCSP Small Grants application form online, outlining your project and how it will address crime and community safety. 
• Submit applications online through the official grants portal.
• Periodic reviews of applications by the PCSP Grants Panel.
• Successful applications are determined based on scoring criteria and funding availability; notification is provided by the Funding Unit.

Required Materials

• Completed application form detailing the project and community safety impact.
• Project or event budget outlining eligible costs.
• Proof of organisational constitution.
• Additional documentation as requested by the Funding Unit during assessment. 

Key Dates

• Application deadline: 30th January 2026 
• Rolling basis, apply early

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Selection Notes

• It is a competitive programme because it provides limited funding, and applications are open throughout the year.
• Projects must clearly demonstrate impact on community safety and local crime reduction.
• Funding is not available for individuals, groups outside the Borough area, political organisations, or projects that do not address crime and community safety. 

Official Source 

• Official Application Page: https://grants.ccgbcapps.com/apply