John Goore Fund – Individuals
About the Fund
The John Goore Fund has been set up to provide support to local residents of Lydiate.
Fund Criteria
Individuals who reside in the Lydiate area and who are entering or continuing with higher education or training, which also includes vocational training.
Individuals who consider themselves disadvantaged, due to disabilities or physical/ mental health issues, and who reside in the Lydiate area.
Individuals who are substantial carers for another individual.
Adults who may need to re-train perhaps after a period of unemployment or redundancy are welcome to apply for a grant to help them gain new skills which will assist them in gaining new employment.
Voluntary/community groups undertaking projects that benefit Lydiate and its residents and local groups providing education and training to those classed as NEET (Not in Education, Employment or Training) can apply here (other page)
Specific eligibility criteria
Applications for funding will only be considered if they are for residents of Lydiate. (Proof of residence is required to be sent with your application)
Amount Available
£1,000 to individuals, £250 for carers and £500 to those who are disadvantaged.
Groups providing education and training can apply for up to £1,000 providing no more than £250 is allocated to each beneficiary and other groups can apply for up to £500 – here
Examples of what can be funded
Individuals
- Books to aid study
- Travel to and from your place of study – including a student bus pass
- Study aids – including stationary
- Short courses
- Apprenticeship costs
- Interview costs
- Equipment such as musical instruments for extra curricular study
Carers
- Respite activities and any costs associated with ensuring those cared for are supported during respite activities (where possible activities should occur within Lydiate or surrounding area)
- Bus passes and travel expenses for carers
- Support towards any additional costs of living incurred as a direct result of being a carer.
Disabled Residents
- Small home improvements
- Travel to community activities and facilities
- Activities that support the establishment and development of local community groups aimed at supporting those facing disadvantages
- Items or activities which clearly demonstrate the alleviation of disadvantages faced due to disabilities or physical/ mental health issues.
Voluntary or Community group – Click here
- Equipment for local groups
- Environmental improvements in the local area
- Local community events
- Items or activities which clearly demonstrate the advancement of further education or training
- Cost towards relevant accreditations
How to Apply?
You can download the application form via the ‘Apply Now’ button. Please email all supporting documents to us at applications@cflm.org.uk.
Documents which need to be included with your application:
1. Proof of residence is required to be sent with your application for all of the funds (a copy of a utility bill/ driving licence or other similar document stating your home address will suffice)
2. A copy of a recent bank statement (if you do not have your own bank account, the name and address of a person over 18 years of age, who has a bank account and is willing to receive payment on your behalf)
3. A Letter of Acceptance/support from one of the following:
– University
– Higher Education establishment
– College
– Education Provider
– Course Provider
– Sports Institution
If you have applied to us within the last 12 months and provided this information, we do not need you to send it again, although we may require a more recent bank statement.
Completed applications are considered by Community Foundation staff to check eligibility. You may be contacted for more information after applying and a decision-making panel will make recommendations based on the fund’s criteria and the budget available.