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# Council unveils "biggest-ever" investment in local voluntary and community organisations
- URL: https://lichfieldlive.co.uk/council-unveils-biggest-ever-investment-in-local-voluntary-and-community-organisations/
- Published: 2026-08-04T07:00:30.000Z
- Updated: 2026-08-04T07:00:30.000Z
- Description: Pot worth £1.17million to support sector over the next three years.
- Author: Lichfield Live
- Tags: Politics, News

FUNDING of more than £1.17million is being made available to local voluntary and community organisations over the next three years.

Lichfield District Council said the pot would be its "biggest-ever" investment in the sector.

The initiative builds on the local authority's previous fund of £787,000 which supported 14 local organisations to deliver projects and services to make a difference to local communities.

Cllr Richard Cox, cabinet member for community and public protection, said:

> "Our voluntary and community organisations are one of Lichfield district's greatest strengths.  
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> "Every day they provide support, create opportunities and make a real difference to people's lives, often reaching those who need help the most.  
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> "The impact of our previous funding programme has shown just how valuable these organisations are to our communities.  
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> "This is our biggest-ever investment in the sector because we know that by working together we can achieve even more for residents across Lichfield district.  
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> "If your organisation has a project or idea that could make a positive difference in our communities, I'd encourage you to take a look at the funding available and submit an application."

Funding is available for projects that support one or more of the four priorities within the Lichfield District 2050 Strategy – creating confident, prosperous, active and green communities.

For the first time, the programme also includes a dedicated Community Transport Fund to help improve access to employment, healthcare, education and community services for residents across the district.

Applications close on 3rd September. Further information can be found [here](https://www.lichfielddc.gov.uk/community/can-i-fund-community-project/3?ref=lichfieldlive.co.uk).