Businesses in North Lincolnshire are being encouraged to apply for grants to support entrepreneurs, the visitor economy, market and retail infrastructure that will increase footfall and spending in the region.
They’re amongst organisations urged to apply to North Lincolnshire Council for a share of the latest Government UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
More than £2.46m is available, including £322,000 dedicated to projects in rural areas under the Rural England Prosperity Fund.
Cllr Rob Waltham, leader of North Lincolnshire Council, said: “This is the latest tranche of Government cash that will help our region level up and face the future with confidence.
“These grants will support businesses, increase community pride and help people access many more opportunities that will improve their lives.
“The cash is available for a wide number of projects, from open air markets to community gardens and marketing schemes. It gives local organisations a fantastic opportunity to directly shape North Lincolnshire’s exciting future.”
Previous projects that have benefitted from UKSPF cash include:
• A fruit and vegetable growing project at Dam Road Park for schools and community groups from Friends of Barton Parks
• Modernisation of facilities at CrosbyONE community centre
• Cash to develop local creative talent at Fountain Arts in Scunthorpe
• A community garden to be planted at St Oswald’s Church in Crowle
• An upgraded clubhouse at Heslam Park
• A new campaign to encourage out-of-area visitors to enjoy cycling in North Lincolnshire
• Money to help get Scunthorpe’s first ever Pride event up and running.
This round of funding also includes £960,000 for projects which offer employment support and courses in basic skills with the aim of encouraging more local people into work.
