WRG Challenge

Through the WRG Communities Challenge WREN will be working with Local Authorities and organisations to support the best community regeneration projects by providing £2 million of funding for capital projects which breathe new life into tired or rundown facilities or provide much needed new amenities.

Organisations and groups are invited to bid for funding of between £75,000 and £250,000 for capital projects which will make a real difference to their community.

Funding is available for projects which comply with Object D of the Landfill Communities Fund (previously known as the Landfill Tax Credit Scheme). Funds will be awarded to the projects which show maximum community support and benefit. Projects must be not for profit, not operate a membership policy and be open to the general public. Such projects could include:

  • Public parks, community gardens or country parks
  • Community centres, village halls and youth centres
  • Play areas, skateparks and multi-use games areas
  • Nature reserves or community woodlands
  • Sports centres and recreation grounds
  • Museums and visitors centres

Determine eligibility

Does your project fit our criteria. What we can fund and what we are unable to fund. Should you consider an application under the Main WREN Grant Scheme instead?

Completing the form

Guidance on completing the application form. Who to contact and deadline for submission

Acknowledgement

Confirming receipt and reviewing your application

First Round Assessment

Assessment of your project and notification of First Round decisions

2nd Round Applicants

If you are successful in reaching the 2nd Round, what happens next., Project Manager Visits and 2nd Round judging decisions

WRG Community Challenge Awards Ceremony

Announcement of Challenge winners

What Happens Next . . . .

Project Management of Challenge Winners