LOCAL charities, sports clubs and community groups in Essex and Hertfordshire are being reminded that there’s still time to apply for the latest round of funding from the Stansted Airport Community Fund, with the deadline set for Friday 13 February.

The fund is open to groups based within ten miles of the airport and supports a really wide range of projects, from improving village halls and sports pitches to backing wellbeing charities, green spaces and community facilities.

Grants of up to £5,000 are available to help bring projects to life and support initiatives that improve community life, leisure, conservation and the local environment.

There’s also a Flagship Grant of up to £50,000, awarded each year to one standout project.

Last year alone, the Fund awarded more than £200,000 to over 60 local organisations, helping to make a real difference across the area.

Cllr Maggie Sutton, Chair of the Stansted Airport Community Fund, said:

“We’re really proud of how the Fund is supporting local communities. Whether it’s a sports club, a village hall or a wellbeing or conservation project, the funding is helping some fantastic ideas take shape. We’d love to hear from even more groups ahead of next month’s deadline, especially anyone with a new idea or a project that could do with a boost.”

Applications are reviewed quarterly by a committee made up of independent members, local authority representatives and airport staff.

Find out more and apply here: https://www.stanstedairport.com/community/community-support/community-funds/