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Motherwell Pride in Place
A new Community Empowerment Grant Fund is being launched as part of the Motherwell Pride in Place Programme.
Community and Voluntary Sector (CVS) organisations operating within Forgewood, North Motherwell and Motherwell Town Centre are being invited to apply for grants of up to £5,000 to support community capacity building activities that help local groups become stronger, more confident, better organised, or better able to take action in their community, and community events and activities targeted at supporting residents from the catchment area, and involving local people to celebrate their pride in Forgewood, North Motherwell and Motherwell town centre as a place to live and that support positive community activity.
Community Capacity Building activities might include things like:
- training or upskilling people to volunteer
- helping local people and groups to work together or share resources
- developing the skills of local young leaders or community champions
- supporting people to organise activities or take part in decision‑making
- improving how a group runs or plans its work
Community Events and Activities might include:
- holiday programmes for young people
- community fun days or celebrations
- family or youth activity days
- open days, workshops, or taster sessions
- awareness‑raising events on local issues
- seasonal or cultural events that bring people together
Additionally, funding can also be requested to deliver engagement activities with residents focused on identifying the key priorities for the Motherwell Pride and Place area.
The funding forms part of the UK Government backed Pride in Place Programme and is intended to support local participation, strengthen community activity and help identify priorities for the future Motherwell Pride in Place Plan.
Projects and activities must be delivered between 1June 2026 and 30 September 2026.
Applications open Monday 11 May 2026 for a two-week period. Organisations are encouraged to apply early.
Organisations considering applying are asked to read over the guidance note for key eligibility and fund rules.
