Time running out to apply for university cash

Time is running out to apply to a University of Derby fund, which aims to support local groups, organisations and individuals.

Applications to the university’s Civic Community Fund close on Friday 31 May.

It is open to anyone in Derbyshire who is seeking funding and would like to work in partnership with the university to bring their ideas to life.

Applications must closely align with at least one of the university’s five civic goals: securing our future, driving ambition to bring positive change, making a positive environmental impact, supporting health and wellbeing and investing in culture as a driver for change, as well as the wider university strategy.

Successful applications will receive up to £1,000.

Speaking back in March, when the fund was first launched, Dr Rhiannon Jones, associate professor of civic at the University of Derby, said: “This fund will enable us to provide bespoke support for local groups and individuals whose endeavours would benefit from the support the university can offer.

“We’re looking for people who want to partner with us in the longer term, to work with our experts to develop their brilliant projects and make a real impact in the local area.”

To find out more and to apply visit https://www.derby.ac.uk/about/community/civic-community-funding/ .