Marlow Town Council launches new Community Fund to support local ideas and events
Marlow Town Council has launched its new Community Fund, designed to support local community organisations, charities and clubs delivering projects, events and new ideas that benefit the town and its residents.
The Community Fund will provide Community Grants of up to £1,500 per organisation per financial year, with three application rounds per year to ensure projects taking place at different times of year can be supported. The scheme was launched on 3rd February 2026, initially as a pilot, allowing the Council to gather valuable learning and feedback to shape how the scheme operates going forward. The aim is to gain a wider perspective on the funds required and to implement a grant process that is fair and transparent.
The £30k Grant Fund is open to registered not-for-profit organisations delivering community-focused activity aligned with the Town Council’s vision and priorities. Applications will be assessed for their community impact, innovation and the ability to deliver.
Councillor Frank Schoofs, Chair of Resources Committee said:
“We are excited to launch the Community Fund as a tangible demonstration of our commitment to investing in Marlow and its community. This Fund is about encouraging local initiatives and supporting the organisations that make a real difference in Marlow, as an investment into our community. The initial pilot will allow us to gather feedback and improve our funding programme that delivers the greatest possible benefit for our town.”
Application Guidance Document
To support potential applicants in completing a grant application, we have attached a PDF guidance document. This resource provides helpful information on the application process and explains the required sections. We encourage all applicants to review the guide before completing their application to ensure they understand the requirements and provide all the necessary information.
Community Fund Guidance Document
Application Timeline
| Stage | Round 1 | Round 2 | Round 3 |
| Applications Open | 1st February 2026 | 1st May 2026 | 1st August 2026 |
| Information Webinar | First Week of February | First Week of May | Guidance Document |
| Applications Deadline | End of February | End of May | End of August |
| Panel Review & Scoring | March (Resources Committee) | July (Resources Committee) | September (Resources Committee) |
| Decisions Announced | Early April | End July | Early October |
| Funding Released | By End of April | By End of August | By End of October |
Apply here – The application period for round three is now open.
Community Fund Terms and Conditions.
Scoring Criteria and Descriptors
All applicants must read and agree to abide by the terms and conditions.
We want the application process to be as accessible as possible. If it is inaccessible to you, please contact the Town Council office to discuss how we can help. This is a pilot, so if you have any feedback, please contact the Town Council office.
To ensure that funding has been used as intended and to assess the outcomes achieved, a report must be completed and submitted within 12 months of the completion of the event or project. The report should provide details of how the funding was spent, the activities undertaken, and the benefits delivered. The required reporting form is available below and should be completed in full and returned by the specified deadline.
