BIG Local is the major initiative of Local Trust, providing an exciting opportunity for residents in 150 areas around England to use at least £1m to their communities and their areas even better places in which to live.
The Plan and Budget for the Kingsbrook and Cauldwell area of Bedford was originally approved by Local Trust at the end of 2014 received £1 million to fund local schemes over a period of up to ten years. Following consultation with our community in 2021, a new Community Plan has been developed covering years seven to ten of the project with 4 new priorities:
- Future Generations – Young people, Activities, Leadership, Learning
- Parks – Environment, Health, Leisure, Facilities
- Environment and Green Spaces – Street Scene, Climate Growing
- Community – Community Hub, Community Activities, Community Cohesion, Community Learning
How you can be involved?
We are always looking for members of our community to be involved with making decisions, developing projects and supporting activities. Ideally, we are looking for residents who live in the BIG Local area (LINK TO MAP) Volunteering with BIG Local gives you the opportunity to make your community an even better place to live.
Do you have an idea for an activity which is needed in your community? You may be able to apply for a BIG Local Small Community grant for up to £500. Details can be found on the BIG Local Grants page.
Want to know more?
Please contact the Project Manager, Jayne Macpherson on 01234 880610 or 07939 934687 or by email at jayne@yourfundyoursay.info for a chat about how you can get involved.