Huntingdonshire Futures grant scheme
2025
The Huntingdonshire Futures grant scheme 2025 is open from 24th March until 30th June 2025 (or sooner if the fund is exhausted).
A total of £40,000 is available in grants of £500 - £2,500 to local organisations for activities, and events that showcase and celebrate Huntingdonshire’s communities, heritage, and cultural identity.
This is aligned with the Pride in Place journey of the place strategy.
Applications must be for projects that are based in Huntingdonshire, and where the majority of beneficiaries are Huntingdonshire residents.
2024
The grant scheme ran from May to September 2024. They supported local communities to undertake activity that supports any of Huntingdonshire Futures 5 Journeys: Pride in Place; Inclusive Economy; Health Embedded; Environmental Innovation; and Travel Transformed.
£40,000 was distributed in small grants of £500 to £2,500 to 28 organisations.
See below for details of events and activities supported by the grants.
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Alconbury Brook Flood Group
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For the planting of hedging and a wildflower meadow around the newly completed large wildlife pond. This was completed by a group of volunteers in November 2024. The pond will help prevent flooding, and support wildlife.
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1st Fenstanton and Hilton Scout Group
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Launch of Squirrel Scouts via an open evening and purchase of equipment.
Squirrels are able to take part in creative activities, science experiments, read stories, and make new friends.
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Becket Flower Group
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Fantastic Fens Flower Festival
Held over August bank holiday weekend 2024, volunteers created beautiful floral displays to be viewed by the public. Included a Mouse Hunt for children.
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St Neots Museum
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Celebration of St Neot & Meet the Saxons
Family-friend museum day with talks and activities.
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Tilbrook Parish Council
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For design and installation of storyboards showing walking and cycling routes, and information about Tilbrook’s history. The boards were designed and installed by local people.
"Huntingdonshire residents will be able use [the boards] as a guide to enjoy the wonderful countryside which we are lucky to have on our doorstep."
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Huntingdon Girls Football Club
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20 weeks for free football sessions for girls, aged 4-10 and 11-12.
“My daughter loves these sessions, it is a perfect introduction to football for her. ...The sessions are made fun and enjoyable as well as rewarding. Having this option on a Saturday morning for my daughter is ideal as there are very few alternatives in the area for girls her age for all girl groups. My daughter is given the motivation and confidence to develop in a friendly environment made possible by supportive coaches who give up their time every week. The sessions being free make them accessible to all.” -
Perry Parish Council
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On 29th June 2024 Perry Parish Council held its first Summer Festival and Family Fun Day. Hundreds of people from the village and beyond came to Grafham Water Centre and enjoyed live music, activities, food, drink, the Women's Institute cake shop, boat trips with Grafham Sailing Club, trade stalls, charity stands and games. -
Godmanchester Town Council
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Plant Nursery Green Weekend June 2024 - including an eco fair, stalls and talks.
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Ramsey Community Heritage Project
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Heritage day held on 8th September 2024 including reenactors with a living history camp. 10 sites across Ramsey participated, with a free mini bus provided to held visitors get around.
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St Ives Carnival & Music Festival
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Funded the stage at the 2024 St Ives Carnival & Music Festival. The event is free to event, with thousands of people enjoying the three day event.