Barnet Council is inviting faith and cultural communities in the borough to apply for funds to celebrate this winter

A snowy path towards a large building framed by a low winter sun — Christine Matthews / Entrance to Barnet Hospital, Wellhouse Lane, Barnet / CC BY-SA 2.0

Local community organisations can apply for £500 to £1,000 to host an event to celebrate a winter faith and/or cultural community event in Barnet.

Examples of events and activities include talks, film showings, performances, art projects and exhibitions, food and cooking events.

The events can take place any time up until the end of February 2024 and the grant can support new or already planned activities that are open to all members of the local community.

The deadline for applications is 31 January 2024. Groups and organisations applying wil be given a decision within two weeks of submitting their application.

More details, including application forms, can be found at the Barnet Council website

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