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π Applications for Citizen Local Fund – Round 2 (2025) Are Now Closed!
A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to apply – we’ve received over 32 applications full of creativity, passion and community spirit! π
We’re now carefully reviewing each one to make sure every idea gets the attention it deserves. Next, we’ll be meeting with our Customer Assurance Committee to talk through the applications and agree on which ones will be awarded.
Every applicant will get a response – we won’t leave anyone wondering!
This process will take a couple of weeks, so please bear with us while we go through everything. β³ We want to make sure we give each application the time it deserves.
Thanks again for getting involved your ideas help shape stronger, more connected communities. We’re so proud to see the amazing work happening across our neighbourhoods! π
Some Helpful Thoughts from a Funded Project
Here’s what one customer-led project shared about their experience with the Citizen Local Fund:
The fund made a real difference — it helped bring their idea to life and create something meaningful for the community.
Planning ahead made things easier — managing the funding was straightforward with a clear plan and good communication.
Applying is worth it — they encouraged others to go for it, especially if you have a strong idea and a clear sense of how it will benefit others.
“If you’re thinking of applying, go for it — just be clear about what you want to achieve.”
π Applications for Citizen Local Fund – Round 2 (2025) Are Now Closed!
A huge thank you to everyone who took the time to apply – we’ve received over 32 applications full of creativity, passion and community spirit! π
We’re now carefully reviewing each one to make sure every idea gets the attention it deserves. Next, we’ll be meeting with our Customer Assurance Committee to talk through the applications and agree on which ones will be awarded.
Every applicant will get a response – we won’t leave anyone wondering!
This process will take a couple of weeks, so please bear with us while we go through everything. β³ We want to make sure we give each application the time it deserves.
Thanks again for getting involved your ideas help shape stronger, more connected communities. We’re so proud to see the amazing work happening across our neighbourhoods! π
Some Helpful Thoughts from a Funded Project
Here’s what one customer-led project shared about their experience with the Citizen Local Fund:
The fund made a real difference — it helped bring their idea to life and create something meaningful for the community.
Planning ahead made things easier — managing the funding was straightforward with a clear plan and good communication.
Applying is worth it — they encouraged others to go for it, especially if you have a strong idea and a clear sense of how it will benefit others.
“If you’re thinking of applying, go for it — just be clear about what you want to achieve.”
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CLF Application Support: Introduction
Introduction to the CLF application process
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CLF Application Support: Pre Application Checklist
This video will give you support on the Pre application checklist section of the application form
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CLF Application Support: My Details
This video gives you support on the My Details section of the application form
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CLF Application Support: About Your Project
This video gives you an insight to the About Your Project section in your application form
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CLF Application Support: How Much
This video gives you support on the How Much section of the application form
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