Community groups encouraged to apply for Do It for East Yorkshire funding
The Do It for East Yorkshire (DIFEY) Community fund remains open for applications, with voluntary and community groups across the Eat Riding encouraged to apply for funding, for community-led projects.
Applications are open until Wednesday, September 30, or until all available funding has been allocated.
A total of £200,000 will be invested by East Riding of Yorkshire Council in community projects.
Grants of between £1,500 and £5,000 are available to voluntary and community organisations, charities, and town and parish councils, for community-led projects that strengthen local communities and deliver meaningful social impact.
The fund supports projects such as creative events, festivals and cultural activities, projects that support health wellbeing and social connection, or those that improve accessibility and other infrastructure improvements.
The fund can also support projects that enhance community safety and perceptions of safety or improve local green spaces and the environment.
Councillor Anne Handley, East Riding of Yorkshire Council leader, said: “We’re proud to support communities across the East Riding, including through the DIFEY scheme. We highly encourage interested groups to find out more and apply for funding if they are eligible.”
Funding awarded to date has supported a range of projects, including improvements to Rise Village Hall, a sensory garden in Bridlington, broadband enhancements for a community pavilion in South Cave, and a cultural events programme in Hedon.
All funded projects must be fully completed and financially closed by Sunday, January 31, 2027.
Organisations interested in applying are encouraged to discuss their proposals with the council’s Local Growth Team before submitting an application to ensure their project is eligible and suitable for funding. Initial enquiries can be sent to [email protected].