Communities have just over a week left to submit their bids for a slice of a £1.7m Customer and Communities Improvement Fund.
Launched earlier this month, the Customer and Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF) is part of London Northwestern Railway's drive to improve the wider station environment.
Examples of schemes which may be considered include:
- educational schemes eg. railway safety.
- schemes providing information to communities around stations eg. wayfinding.
- projects to bring disused buildings on or near stations back to life.
- schemes promoting sustainable modes of travel such as walking and cycling
The fund offers bidders, including individuals, charities, local authorities and community groups, the chance to apply for a share of up to £1.7million.
Following a judging process, cash will be awarded to not-for-profit schemes – big or small – which will be delivered between April 2020 and March 2021.
The bidding window for 2020/21 grants is now open and will close on 7 October 2019. for further information visit www.lnr.uk/ccif
What did the officials say?
Vicky Cropper, head of community and stakeholder for LNR, said:
“We have already received dozens of applications for funding and have been impressed with the variety and imagination behind the schemes. There is still time to get your bid in.
“This Fund we will make a real difference to the economic prosperity and social footprint of our communities as we demonstrate our commitment to improving the experience of our passengers.”
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