Elmbridge Community Wellbeing Grant returns for a second year

On Monday 13 October, Elmbridge Borough Council, in partnership with Places Leisure, is proud to relaunch the Elmbridge Community Wellbeing Grant (ECWG). This initiative aims to reduce health inequalities and improve the wellbeing of underrepresented and harder-to-reach communities across the borough.

The grant supports projects that promote mental and physical health, especially in areas with higher levels of inactivity and limited access to wellbeing services.

Funding overview

• Total fund available: £12,500 from Places Leisure
• Maximum grant per project: £2,000

Who can apply?

Eligible applicants include:

• Not-for-profit organisations
• Sports clubs
• Schools  
• Community and faith groups
• Registered charities and community interest companies 

Applicants must operate within Elmbridge.

Project eligibility criteria

To qualify for funding, projects must:

• engage participants from Elmbridge areas with high physical inactivity and barriers to accessing wellbeing services (e.g. Walton South, Walton North, Cobham and Downside, Lower Green)
• ensure at least 75% of participants are Elmbridge residents (flexible for border areas)
• target priority groups identified in the Elmbridge Physical Activity Strategy 2021–2031:
  • Disabled people
  • Individuals with long-term health conditions
  • Women and girls
  • Ethnic minority communities
  • Vulnerable young people 

Application requirements

Successful applications will:

• show collaboration with other community organisations
• provide evidence of any additional external funding (if applicable)
• commit to working with Elmbridge Borough Council to reach target groups
• agree to share feedback and outcomes from the project 

How to apply

• Maximum grant per project: £2,000
• Application period: Monday 13 October to Friday 21 November 2025
• Deadline: 5pm on Friday 21 November 2025 

Late submissions will not be considered.

Before applying, please read the 

All applications will be assessed on an individual basis. 

Councillor Simon Waugh, Portfolio Holder for Leisure, Culture and Commercial Strategy, said: 

By addressing the barriers that prevent some communities from accessing the benefits of an active lifestyle, we’re working towards a more inclusive and vibrant Elmbridge. We’re excited to see your ideas and collaborate on projects that help our borough thrive. Thank you to Places Leisure for their generous support

Stuart Urquhart, Contract Manager, Places Leisure, shared:

We’re proud to offer this funding to organisations whose work will make a meaningful difference to the health and wellbeing of our community. By supporting initiatives that create active, inclusive and healthy spaces, we’re helping to build a vibrant Elmbridge where everyone has the opportunity to thrive. We’re excited to be part of this journey

Apply through the community funding page

Support and advice

If required, we are happy to provide help throughout the application process. Please email sport@elmbridge.gov.uk for further information.