Crowdfund Lancashire
The winter round is now closed – the next round of funding will open in June 2024.
Please check this website regularly for updates on the next round's opening and closing dates.
If you have an idea for a project to improve the culture or sport offer in your local community, then you could get up to £20,000 towards your target from the Lancashire Culture and Sport Fund.
Crowdfund Lancashire gives local communities and individuals a chance to create and support the projects which matter most to them. It will enable everyone to contribute towards their community - chipping in as little as £2 to help bring ideas to life.
We are working in partnership with Spacehive to create, fund and deliver your project idea. Spacehive are the UK's leading community crowdfunding platform.
Funding available
Organisations could get up to £20,000 to boost projects towards their funding target. Parish and Town Councils can take part too, with up to £5,000 available. Individuals with ideas and businesses who want to benefit their community could get £1,500 towards their live crowdfunding campaigns. There is a simplified application method for individuals.
Check your project idea is eligible for a pledge from the fund - Lancashire Culture and Sport Fund eligibility criteria (PDF)
See information on current projects and find out more about Crowdfund Lancashire.
Pledge support for your community
With pledges starting at £2, there is an opportunity for everyone across the county to get involved by supporting projects in your local area.
Communities can have a say in what happens where they live and an opportunity for businesses to show support for their local culture and sport groups.
See projects on Spacehive that need your support.
Contact our team
If you would like to discuss your project idea, or need any assistance, please email our team at: lcsf@lancashire.gov.uk