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BCP Youth Fund

Applications to the Youth Fund 2025 are now closed.

The BCP Youth Fund is a fund for young people managed by a panel of young people.

A pot of £25,000 is available to local charities, business, statutory services and voluntary organisations.

Groups can apply for funding to support initiatives that directly impact young people in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole, offering them exciting opportunities and new experiences.

About the fund

Any organisation that works with young people in Bournemouth, Christchurch and Poole can apply.

This includes youth clubs, schools, social groups, and companies specialising in services for young people.

By applying for funding, you can:

  • impact the lives of young people and provide them with opportunities
  • provide young people with new experiences
  • assist the youth-led BCP Youth Forum in achieving its core aim of giving young people the chance to have access to skills, resources, and opportunities and to give back to the population
  • change the lives of many young people – something which we are proud to support you with

How we will decide who gets the money

We will assess projects equally against the following criteria:

  • youth led
  • realistic
  • inclusivity
  • impact
  • value for money

It will also need to meet at least one of our local Youth Voice campaigns

    • addressing crime and safety
    • improving health and wellbeing
    • increasing youth voice
    • supporting environmental issues

How to get in touch

If you have any questions about the fund or your application you can contact us by email at participation@bcpcouncil.gov.uk.     

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