Crowdfunding 101: From getting started to hitting your target
OnlineAn introduction to crowdfunding: a straightforward fundraising method that can help you bring an idea, project or business to life.
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Supporting volunteers involved in Big Local projects to develop their skills and knowledge.
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This new approach to funding enabled communities to use art and creativity to make positive local change.
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News and stories
The latest news and stories from Big Local areas and beyond, exploring community power and resident-led change.
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About
About
Local Trust is a place-based funder supporting communities to achieve their ambitions.
Find out moreGo straight to…
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Big Local
Big Local
Big Local is an exciting opportunity for residents in 150 areas to create lasting change in their communities.
About the programme< Back to main menuSupport centre
Essential guidance, information and ideas for Big Local partnerships, to help you deliver change in your community.
Visit the support centre -
Other programmes
Other programmes
Find out how the principles of Big Local have inspired other programmes creating change in local communities.
< Back to main menuCommunity Leadership Academy
Supporting volunteers involved in Big Local projects to develop their skills and knowledge.
Find out moreCreative Civic Change
This new approach to funding enabled communities to use art and creativity to make positive local change.
Find out more -
News and stories
News and stories
The latest news and stories from Big Local areas and beyond, exploring community power and resident-led change.
ExploreGo straight to…
< Back to main menuVoices of Big Local
Inspiring stories from the people making change happen in their communities.
Read more - Insights
- Policy
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Raising investment through community shares
OnlineAn introduction to this unique form of equity finance that can build stronger, more vibrant and independent communities
Bid Writing – 6 steps to success!
OnlineBid writing can often be overwhelming to navigate. Join this workshop and learn, step by step, how to choose, prepare and write for funding.
Community enterprise and social value
OnlineIn this session the Stir to Action team will look at trade-based income opportunities and explore how your business can contribute to creating a more resilient local economy.
Speedy support sessions: Fundraising
OnlineAdvice on how to approach a fundraising strategy? Ideas about grant funding opportunities? Come join Stir to Action for a 1-1 chat.