Newark & Sherwood District Council

There are various grants and awards available through the district council and county council. These include general grant aid, sports grants and development funds, and housing and housing renovation grants.

The information provided here aims to answer any queries you may have about the various grants that are available, however, if you are unable to find the specific information you require please contact us and we will be happy to help you.

Private Sector Housing Assistance

Housing conditions in the private sector have been identified through a housing stock condition survey. We have adopted a strategy to provide the basis for giving grants to improve these conditions. This sets out our priorities for dealing with poor conditions and details the type of assistance available and those who may qualify for such assistance.

Private Sector Housing Renewal Strategy 2008-13 (PDF File, 892kb)  

Disabled Facilities Grant
Currently, we provide financial assistance to disabled people who require adaptations to their home called a disabled facilities grant.

Handyperson Scheme
We also provide assistance to older residents for minor works around the home called the handyperson scheme. Please contact our first contact team for further information.

Business Support

LEADER - Rural Development Programme for England - Grant Scheme

The aim of the North Notts LEADER Programme is to build knowledge and skills within our rural communities, and encourage innovation and co-operation by supporting innovative projects which tackle local rural development issues. Aimed at promoting economic and community development within rural areas, LEADER is a ground roots method of delivering support for rural development through implementing a rural development strategy and supporting rural businesses.

On the site you will find lots of information about the LEADER Programme and who can apply for funding, how you can apply, and examples of projects that have so far been approved by the Local Action Group (LAG).

Should there be any information you require and cannot find on the website, please contact the LEADER Project Manager who will be happy to help you at www.nreag.co.uk

Sports Grant Aid Scheme

Our sports grant aid scheme aims to support district based parish councils, community groups, voluntary sports clubs and talented individuals to help them achieve their aims and aspirations in sport. 

The scheme has three main funding streams:-

• Coach Education and Development
• Special Projects and Events
• Talented Individuals

Each application will be assessed against the programme criteria and grants of up to £2000 can be awarded for special projects and events and up to £200 for coach education and development and support to talented individuals.

Energy Grants and Discounts

We can advise on current grants and discount opportunities for savings on loft and wall insulation, central heating improvements and renewable energy installations.

Saving energy, money and the environment (PDF File, 122kb)

We strongly recommended cavity wall insulation as this simple improvement typically saves 33% of your heat losses.

You can find more information from the Energy Saving Trust website

‘Aged 55 and over’ or disabled? Additional assistance can be available to help reduce energy costs and keep warm as part of the first contact scheme, a one-stop-shop providing access to a wide range of local services.

Grant Aid

One-off grants and continuing funding maybe available to your voluntary or community group from Nottinghamshire County Council.

In the past grant aid has assisted group involved with children and young people, adult social care and health and community culture initiatives.

For out more on grant aid from Nottinghamshire County Council.

Councillor's Divisional Fund Awards

Contact your local county councillor to find out more about how they might be able to support worthy initiatives in the area.

Find your county councillor

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