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West Oxfordshire Crowdfund

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Funding: Up to £12,000

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Eligible: Registered not-for-profit organisations

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Aim: Support for innovative community-led projects that boost wellbeing, nurture the environment, and create lasting impact.

Key dates

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2 November 2026 -
18 January 2027

Applications open

Submit your application through your crowdfunding dashboard.

To be considered in Round 1 make sure your application is submitted by 18 January.

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18 January -
9 February 2027

Applications assessed

During this time keep encouraging people to support your project.

The panel will assess both your project’s aims and expected outcomes, as well as the level of support your crowdfunding campaign has received.

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15 February -
19 February 2027

Match Funding awarded

Successful applications will receive match funding on their Crowdfunding project.

Remember you must reach 100% of your crowdfunding target, and have at least 25 supporters, before your project closes to secure the funding.

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The vision for West Oxfordshire Crowdfund

We are passionate about backing ambitious, community-led initiatives that transform people’s lives. Sustainable change starts in communities and we want to celebrate projects that boost resident’s wellbeing, nurture and enhance our local environment, and create places where people can thrive. We want to support innovative ideas and play our part in providing the resources needed to create lasting impact for the people and communities of West Oxfordshire.

Which projects are eligible?

Projects located:

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West Oxfordshire

Projects run by:

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Charities - registered and excepted

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Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs)

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Community Interest Companies (CICs)

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Constituted Voluntary Groups

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Community Benefit Societies*

Eligible projects must align with the Council's priorities:

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Community Wellbeing – reducing health inequalities and creating more connected communities to enable people to enjoy a better quality of life.

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Climate Resilience – achieving a reduction in carbon emissions and creating sustainable communities that are resilient to climate impacts, primarily flooding, extreme heat, and drought.

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Nature Recovery – enhancing the natural environment to increase biodiversity, alongside providing wider opportunities for people to access it and understand its value.

More about West Oxfordshire Crowdfund

The West Oxfordshire Crowdfund is a match funding programme from West Oxfordshire District Council, delivered through Crowdfunder UK, that helps community groups and organisations bring their ideas to life.

By combining support from local residents, organisations and the Council, the programme helps unlock funding for projects that make a real difference across West Oxfordshire.

We are looking to support ambitious, community-led initiatives that improve residents wellbeing, protect and enhance the local environment, and strengthen community resilience.

In 2026–27, £120,000 is available to help communities develop innovative solutions to local challenges and create lasting positive change.

How to access this funding

Create your project

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Add a project on Crowdfunder. Tell us your story, how much you need to raise, and why you need to raise funds.

Apply for funding

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Apply through your dashboard, the team will review your application and decide if you're successful.

Get funded

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Raise 100% of your target from at least 25 unique supporters to receive match funding.

Crowdfund with confidence

Crowdfunding can help you build support and raise money for your idea – but it requires planning. That’s why we’ve created practical tools to help you get started and succeed.

Got a question?

Contact West Oxfordshire District Council: [email protected]

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