Leeds City Council Wellbeing Fund

Community Committee Application
Frequently Asked Questions

1 Types of funding – Am I eligible?
Wellbeing
The Wellbeing Fund Large Projects Programme supports the social, economic and environmental
wellbeing of the area by funding projects that contribute towards the delivery of local priorities.
Youth Activity Fund
The YAF has been made available to provide local activity for children and young people age 8-17
years across the city. Children & young people are involved at each stage of the process and
work with community committees to advise them on the activities they would like to take part in, in
their area. YAF is for activities offering opportunities for play, arts, sport and cultural activities with
young people aged 8-17 years which enable young people to play, have fun, get creative, and have
new experiences both after school and during the school holidays.
To be eligible for Wellbeing funding your To be eligible for YAF funding your
Group/Organisation must have the following: Group/Organisation must have the
following:
 Be a Community or Voluntary Group or a Council
department.  Be a Community or Voluntary Group,
a commercial organisation operating
 Appropriate management arrangements and finance on a non-profit basis or a Council
controls in place department;
 Relevant policies to comply with legislation and best  Be registered with the Breeze
practice e.g. equal opportunities, child and adult Culture Network; (If you are not
protection registered it is easy to do so.
Go to www.breezeculturenetwork.org
 Demonstrate it has the experience and/or ability to and register at the box on the right
undertake the project. hand side of the home page. You are
invited to either add yourself as a
 Be clear on how you will measure the success of the person to an existing organisation
project listing which comes up in a long list,
or create a new organisation).
 If applying for capital funding you must have
arrangements in place for ongoing repair/maintenance
 You must be unable to fund all of the costs for the

project yourselves or from other grants.
2 What can be funded?

 Costs related to holding a community event e.g. venue hire, publicity, translation and signing
costs, registered childcare costs and transport to and from the event. (for information: Leeds City
Council and the Safety Advisory Group (SAG) are committed to working with local event
organisers in looking for practical solutions to enable community events to successfully take place.
If you would like to organise an event in Leeds the following information and guidance will help
Funding FAQ Page 1 of 5

Owner: Moira Burke (01/11/2017)
you get started. http://www.leeds.gov.uk/leisure/Pages/Organising-Events.aspx)
 Environmental improvements to improve the neighbourhood e.g. landscaping, new fencing/railings,

installation of bollards.
 Crime prevention initiatives to improve community safety, prevent crime and reduce fear of crime
e.g. alley gating, CCTV, lighting, signage.
 Improvements to leisure facilities to improve opportunities for sport, play and healthy activities for
all ages e.g. creation of new play area, provision of adventure playground, and installation of
changing facilities.
 Improvements to community facilities for use by local residents or organisations providing services
locally e.g. installation of toilets/kitchen facilities, lighting, heating.
 Resources for groups to run a community initiative such as equipment/materials, publicity

materials, training costs, educational trips, residential courses or consultant/speaker fees.
 Applications will be considered from faith-based organisations where they are working in the wider
community for broader community benefit, i.e. community clean ups, parents and toddler groups or
food banks that are open to all sections of the community.
 Funding for projects specifically targeted at certain groups is allowed under the Equality Act 2010
provided there is a clear evidence base for doing so (such as activities to promote women’s health
through sport projects or a project targeted at people with hearing impairments, or one for new
migrants to help integration)
3 What cannot be funded?

 Funding cannot be used to fund the ongoing running costs of a community organisation. This
includes rent, overhead costs, building repairs and office supplies which relate to the organisations
regular business.
 We cannot fund projects which promote a particular religious viewpoint to the exclusion of others,
or a particular political party. In line with the Equality Act 2010 projects funded at public expense
should provide services to citizens irrespective of their religion, gender (including Trans), marital
status, race, ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation or disability; under the Public Sector Equality
Duty the Council must have due regard to the need to eliminate discrimination, advance equality
of opportunity and foster good relations between different people when carrying out their activities.
 Projects which include any element of a religious service will not be funded and events celebrating
religious festivals such as Eid or Christmas will only be considered if they are open to all sections
of the community including people of different religions or beliefs.
 Funding cannot be used to pay for any costs that should be met by an existing Leeds City Council
budget, funding must be used to add to existing community services.
 We cannot fund any projects or parts of projects that have already taken place, funding cannot
pay for projects which have already started or have already been completed. Please send in
application forms with enough time for a decision to be made in advance of the start date of your
project.
 We cannot fund any project not benefitting the wards covered by the community committee, a
project which benefits more than one community committee area will need the costs splitting
accordingly.
 Projects must represent good value for money, please demonstrate how the cost of the project is
relative to the scale of beneficiaries. We cannot fund projects which directly result in the business
interests of any members of the organisation making a profit.
 Funding must benefit the whole community; it cannot be used to only benefit a restricted audience,
i.e. projects for children from a certain school or private members clubs.
 We cannot fund any project not benefitting residents of the wards covered by the community
committee. A project which benefits participants from more than one committee area will need the
costs splitting accordingly based on where the beneficiaries live.
4 What are the community committee objectives?

The community committee has developed a Community Plan that outlines improvement objectives for
the local area which are listed below. Before you submit your application make sure that your
proposed project meets at least one of these objectives:
THEME OBJECTIVES
Best City for Business  Provide opportunities for people to get jobs, volunteer or learn
new skills.
Best City for Communities  Increase community activity and local residents’ involvement in
decision making.
 Work with our partners to improve services in our local
neighbourhoods.
 Enhance the quality of our parks and public spaces.
 Develop and make better use of community assets.
Best City for Children &  Support activities that make people and places feel safer.
Young People  Support children and young people to be engaged, active and
inspired.
Best City for Health &  Promote healthy lifestyles and tackle health inequalities.
Wellbeing
 Improve access and engagement in sport and cultural
activities.
5 How much can I apply for?

There are no set limits on how much can be applied for but it should be noted that in order to benefit a
wide range of projects, only a minority of grants awarded each year are over £5,000. Groups and
organisations can only receive one grant within a financial year.
6 What is the difference between Revenue and Capital?

Wellbeing Funding is split into two types, Capital and Revenue. Revenue can be used for most
projects and will pay for things such as set up costs, equipment, repairs and things which may have
an ongoing or recurring cost. Capital funding is used when buying an asset such as a building, where
you are making a major alteration / improvements to property (such as building an extension or
landscaping). Capital can also be used for one off large scale investment in equipment, where it adds
value to an asset and has a lifespan over two years.
7 Where should I send my application?
Once your application is complete please send it to the Communities Team using the below details.
You will receive an acknowledgement letter once the application form has been received. Once
grants are approved, funding is paid in arrears of the project e.g. quarterly or on completion.
Advanced payment may be requested in exceptional circumstances; the need for this must be
evidenced by the applicant and is subject to the approval of the relevant budget holder.
Communities Team
Ground Floor East
Civic Hall
Leeds
LS1 1UR
 communitycommitteefunding@leeds.gov.uk
8 What happens after my application is submitted?

We will discuss any queries we may have about your application with you and following that, your
application will sent to the community committee Members who may have further questions. A
decision will be made and we will inform you of the outcome.
If your application is approved we will send you a Funding Agreement for you to sign. This sets out
various conditions for this grant including the need to submit progress reports and receipts to us and
the timescales for doing this. The receipts must match what your project is approved for. Please note
- If you do not submit the appropriate receipts and progress reports within the stated timescales, we
will take steps to reclaim the funding. In addition you will not be eligible to apply for further funding
from the community committee. Projects are paid in arrears, unless otherwise agreed by the relevant
budget holder.
9 How do we make decisions about what to fund?

All applications go before a panel of Councillors and young people are consulted ( i f Y A F
f u n d e d ) who will make a provisional decision to be ratified by the community committee.
Applicants will be notified of this decision after the community committee.
10 What should my publicity say?

In all publicity, press, media and presentation materials and reports relating to the project, your
organisation must acknowledge the source of the funding received for this project. This should be
done by using the Leeds City Council and community committee logo alongside a statement as
follows: ‘funded by the [XXX] Community Committee.’ Copies of the logos can be sent to you if
requested.
All committee areas have Facebook and Twitter pages, if you are publicising on these sites we ask
that you tag the correct community committee in your posts.
We reserve the right to promote any project funded through Community Committee funding on social
media including Facebook and Twitter, in reports or promotional newsletters.

We reserve the right to share information about projects to partners; other statutory bodies; or
voluntary, community or faith groups – this may include the contact details of providers.
Additionally for YAF projects, providers must…

 Ensure that the activity is listed on the Breeze website through the Breeze Culture Network.
You must also upload/scan Breeze card numbers of attendees at each activity.
 Provide information to be included in the Cluster ‘What’s on’ guide, webpages and mail shots.
Cluster contact details will be provided on request.
11 Will you check how my project is going?

Organisations must complete monitoring reports at agreed intervals, templates for which will be
supplied and agree to unannounced spot check visits.
All Projects are subject to unannounced Peer Inspections made by young people (if YAF), council
officers and elected members. This is for monitoring and consultation purposes.
For YAF projects providers will be required to keep Breezecard numbers of young people attending
an activity. If a young person does not have a Breezecard, registration forms and a register of
attendance will be required (which will be supplied).

Inner North West Community Committee
COMMUNITY PLAN 2017/18
Bringing people together to make a difference for local people and their communities
“This Community Plan sets out the Inner North West Community Committee’s priorities for the year ahead. We will
invest in projects that support these objectives and ensure that local people have a say on how services are
delivered in Headingley, Hyde Park & Woodhouse and Weetwood wards “
Cllr Javaid Akhtar : Chair, Inner North West Community Committee
Headingley Ward Hyde Park & Woodhouse Weetwood Ward

Ward
Cllr Neil Cllr Javaid Cllr Gerry Cllr Christine Cllr Cllr Sue Cllr Judith
Cllr Jonathan Cllr Al
Pryor Walshaw Akhtar Harper Towler Johnathan Bentley Chapman
Garthwaite
(Chair) Bentley
About the Inner North West Community Committee

The Inner North West Community Committee is part of Leeds City Council and is tasked with
ensuring services are delivered in a way that meets local needs rather than a ‘one size fits all’. Each
year, the Committee focuses on a number of key topics that are important to local people and
would benefit from a new approach. They also provide funding to organisations to make a
difference within their communities. The Committee’s meetings are open to all.
What we do
The Community Committee aims to:
1. Increase community activity and local residents’ involvement in decision making
2. Work with our partners to improve services in our local neighbourhoods
3. Support activities that make people and places feel safer
4. Enhance the quality of our parks and public spaces
5. Develop and make better use of community assets
6. Support children and young people to be engaged, active and inspired
7. Promote healthy lifestyles and tackle health inequalities
8. Provide opportunities for people to get jobs, volunteer or learn new skills
9. Improve access and engagement in sport and cultural activities
Our Priorities for Inner North West for 2017/18

 Support and promote a community that is welcoming to all and reflects the diverse cultures and
backgrounds of the local area.
 Influence and promote improved transport connectivity to enhance opportunities for local people.
 Supports organisations to deliver local initiatives that enhance community wellbeing in the Inner
North West area.
Funding FAQ
Inner North West Page 6 of 5
Your Community Committee
How we work
Our Community Committee focuses on topics that matter locally. We hold four meetings a year to look
in depth at local priorities
Community Committee Champions take a lead on key themes such as the environment, health, young
people and employment
Sub Groups focus on the Environment, Children & Young People and Planning. They scrutinise local
service delivery and help to ensure services are working together effectively
Our Community Committee gives Wellbeing grants to local organisations and invests in projects that
strengthen our communities and make a difference locally.
The Area Leadership Team and neighbourhood improvement partnerships bring together partners at a
senior level to make improvements in our neighbourhoods. For those areas identified as priorities,
action plans have been developed
Involving our communities
Our Community Committee meetings and workshops are open for members of the public to attend
Each Committee has an open forum for anyone to raise an issue or query with the Councillors
We hold community forums where people can talk about local issues
We use newsletters and social media to link with our communities and promote local projects and activities
We work with resident and community groups to find solutions to local problems
The work of the Community Committee is reported annually to a meeting of all of the Leeds City Councillors
Community Committee Meetings

Community Committee meetings are held four times a year, individuals can raise any issues at the
meeting, during the open forum section of the meeting.
15 June 2017 at 7pm, venue Woodsley Community Centre
21 September 2017 at 7pm, St Michael’s Parish Hall
7 December 2017 at 7pm, Brownlee Centre Cycle Track and Meeting Rooms
22 March 2018 at 7pm, venue TBC
Please do check with us for venue details.

Email west.north.west@leeds.gov.uk or call 0113 3367856 for further
information or to be added to our mailing lists.
Get in touch
c/o Communities Team West
west.north.west@leeds.gov.uk
The Brownlee Stone Centre
Town St, Horsforth, Leeds LS18 5BL
Facebook.com/LCCInnerNW
@_YourCommunity Inner North West
Inner West Community Committee
“This Community Plan sets out the Inner West Community Committee’s priorities for the year ahead. We will
delivered in Armley, Bramley & Stanningley and Kirkstall wards “
Cllr Fiona Venner : Chair, Inner West Community Committee
Armley Ward Bramley & Stanningley Ward Kirkstall Ward

Ward
Cllr Alison Cllr James Cllr Alice Cllr Caroline Cllr Julie Cllr Kevin Cllr John Cllr Fiona Cllr Lucinda
Lowe McKenna Smart Gruen Heselwood Ritchie Illingworth Venner Yeadon
(Chair)
About the Inner West Community Committee
The Inner West Community Committee is part of Leeds City Council and is tasked with ensuring
services are delivered in a way that meets local needs rather than a ‘one size fits all’. Each year, the
Committee focuses on a number of key topics that are important to local people and would benefit
from a new approach. They also provide funding to organisations to make a difference within their
communities. The Committee’s meetings are open to all.
What we do
Our Priorities for Inner West for 2017/18

 Support and promote communities that are welcoming to all and reflects the diverse cultures and
backgrounds of the local area.
 Recognise the challenges facing those who are socially isolated or suffer from mental ill health,
and help them access activities and services within their community.
 Influence, promote and improve district centres to work better for local communities.
 Working to improve opportunities and attainment as part of a Child Friendly City.
Funding FAQ
Owner: Moira Burke (01/11/2017) Inner West Page 8 of 5
How we work
Our Community Committee focuses on topics that matter locally. We hold four meetings a year to look
Community Committee Champions take a lead on key themes such as the environment, health, young
people and employment
Sub Groups focus on the Environment and Children & Young People They scrutinise local service
delivery and help to ensure services are working together effectively
Our Community Committee gives Wellbeing Grants to local organisations and invests in projects that
strengthen our communities and make a difference locally
The Area Leadership Team and neighbourhood improvement partnerships bring together partners at a
senior level to make improvements in our neighbourhoods. For those areas identified as priorities,
action plans have been developed

Our Community Committee meetings and workshops are open for members of the public to attend
Each Committee has an open forum for anyone to raise an issue or query with the Councillors

21 June 2017 at 6pm, Milford Sports Club
11 October 2017 at 6pm, Bramley Community Centre
29 November 2017 at 6pm, venue TBC
21 March 2018 at 6pm, venue TBC

Please do check with us or online for venue details.
Get in touch
c/o Communities Team West
west.north.west@leeds.gov.uk The Brownlee Stone Centre
Facebook.com/LCCInnerWest Town St, Horsforth, Leeds LS18 5BL
Funding FAQ
@_YourCommunity Page 9 of 5
Inner West
Outer West Community Committee

“This Community Plan sets out the Outer West Community Committee’s priorities for the year ahead. We will
delivered in Farnley & Wortley, Calverley & Farsley and Pudsey wards “
Cllr Mick Coulson : Chair, Outer West Community Committee
Farnley & Wortley Calverley & Farsley Pudsey
Cllr Josie Cllr Mick Cllr

Cllr Ann Cllr David Cllr Terry Cllr Amanda Cllr Andrew Cllr Rod
Jarosz Coulson Richard
Blackburn Blackburn Willford Carter Carter Wood
(Chair) Lewis
About the Outer West Community Committee
The Outer West Community Committee is part of Leeds City Council and are tasked with ensuring
services are delivered in a way that meets local needs rather than a ‘one size fits all’. Each year, the
Committee focuses on a number of key topics that are important to local people and would benefit
from a new approach. They also provide funding to organisations to make a difference within their
communities. The Committee’s meetings are open to all.
What we do
Our Priorities for Outer West for 2017/18

 Making Leeds the best city to grow old
 Business Employment & Skills—Delivering actions which support business enterprise and the local
economy and deliver quality learning, training and employment opportunities
 Working to bring everyone together to make Leeds and the Outer West a child friendly city

Owner: Moira Burke (01/11/2017) Outer West
How we work
Our Community Committee focuses on topics that matter locally. We hold a number of meetings a year to look
Community Committee Champions take a lead on key themes such as the environment, health, young people
and employment.
The Community Committee has sub groups that focus on the Environment and Business, Employment & Skills.
These scrutinise local service delivery and help ensure services are working together effectively
The Community Committee has a budget to invest in limited projects that strengthen our communities and make
a difference locally.
The Area Leadership Team and neighbourhood improvement partnerships bring together partners at a senior
level to make improvements in our neighbourhoods. For those areas identified as priorities, action plans have
been developed.

Our Community Committee meetings and workshops are open to the public

21st July 2017 at 1pm, Pudsey Town Hall
27 September 2017 at 1pm, Swinnow Community Centre
12 January 2018 at 1pm, venue TBC
28 February 2018 at 1pm, venue TBC
Please do check with us for venue details.

Get in touch
west.north.west@leeds.gov.uk Published by:
Leeds City Council
Communities Team West
Facebook.com/LCCOuterWest
0113 3367856
@_YourCommunity
Outer West
Outer North West Community Committee
COMMUNITY PLAN 2017
“This Community Plan sets out the Outer North West Community Committee’s priorities for the year ahead.
We will invest in projects that support these objectives and ensure that local people have a say on how
services are delivered in Adel & Wharfedale, Guiseley & Rawdon, Horsforth and Otley & Yeadon wards “
Cllr Paul Wadsworth : Chair, Outer North West Community Committee
Adel & Wharfedale Guiseley & Rawdon Horsforth Otley & Yeadon
Cllr Barry Cllr Caroline Cllr Billy Cllr Graham Cllr Pat Cllr Paul Cllr Brian Cllr Dawn Cllr Chris Cllr Colin Cllr Ryk Cllr Sandy
Anderson Anderson Flynn Latty Latty Wadsworth Cleasby Collins Townsley Campbell Downes Lay
(Chair)
About the Outer North West Community Committee

The Outer North West Community Committee is part of Leeds City Council and is tasked with
ensuring services are delivered in a way that meets local needs rather than a ‘one size fits all’. Each
year, the Committee focuses on a number of key topics that are important to local people and
would benefit from a new approach. They also provide funding to organisations to make a
difference within their communities. The Committee’s meetings are open to all.
What we do
Our Priorities for 2017

 Working together to support vulnerable adults and recognise the challenges they face.
 Delivering actions to support children and young people and giving them the opportunity to have
their say with decision makers.
 Helping to make our neighbourhoods safer and improve transport links.
 Agreeing and overseeing actions helping to make our neighbourhoods cleaner and greener.

Outer North West
How we work
Our Community Committee focuses on topics that matter locally. We hold a number of meetings a year to look
Community Committee Champions take a lead on key themes such as the environment, community safety,
health, young people and employment
The Community Committee has sub groups that focus on: Environment & Community Safety, Employment,
Learning and the Local Economy, Children Services & Family Health, Adult Social Care, Health & Well-being and
Highways & Transportation. These groups scrutinise local service delivery and help ensure services are working
together effectively
The Community Committee has a budget to invest in projects that strengthen our communities and make a
difference locally

Our Community Committee meetings are open to the public

meeting, during the open forum section of the meeting. The next meetings will be held on:
19th June 2017, 1.30pm, at Yeadon Town Hall
25th September 2017, 1.30pm at Yeadon Town Hall
27th November 2017, 1.30pm, at Upper Pool Bank Village Hall
5th March 2018, 1.30pm, at venue TBC
Further dates to be confirmed

Get in touch
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west.north.west@leeds.gov.uk Leeds City Council
Communities Team West
Facebook.com/LCCOuterWest 0113 3367856
@_YourCommunity
Outer North West

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Community Committee Application

Frequently Asked Questions

Youth Activity Fund

 You must be unable to fund all of the costs for the

2 What can be funded?

Funding FAQ Page 1 of 5

 Environmental improvements to improve the neighbourhood e.g. landscaping, new fencing/railings,

 Resources for groups to run a community initiative such as equipment/materials, publicity

3 What cannot be funded?

4 What are the community committee objectives?

5 How much can I apply for?

6 What is the difference between Revenue and Capital?

8 What happens after my application is submitted?

9 How do we make decisions about what to fund?

10 What should my publicity say?

Funding FAQ Page 4 of 5

Additionally for YAF projects, providers must…

11 Will you check how my project is going?

Funding FAQ Page 5 of 5

Headingley Ward Hyde Park & Woodhouse Weetwood Ward

About the Inner North West Community Committee

Our Priorities for Inner North West for 2017/18

Community Committee Meetings

21 September 2017 at 7pm, St Michael’s Parish Hall

22 March 2018 at 7pm, venue TBC

Please do check with us for venue details.

Armley Ward Bramley & Stanningley Ward Kirkstall Ward

Our Priorities for Inner West for 2017/18

 Working to improve opportunities and attainment as part of a Child Friendly City.

Involving our communities

Community Committee Meetings

21 June 2017 at 6pm, Milford Sports Club

11 October 2017 at 6pm, Bramley Community Centre

29 November 2017 at 6pm, venue TBC

21 March 2018 at 6pm, venue TBC

Facebook.com/LCCInnerWest Town St, Horsforth, Leeds LS18 5BL

COMMUNITY PLAN 2017/18

Farnley & Wortley Calverley & Farsley Pudsey

Cllr Josie Cllr Mick Cllr

Our Priorities for Outer West for 2017/18

Funding FAQ Page 10 of 5

Involving our communities

Community Committee Meetings

27 September 2017 at 1pm, Swinnow Community Centre

12 January 2018 at 1pm, venue TBC

28 February 2018 at 1pm, venue TBC

Please do check with us for venue details.

About the Outer North West Community Committee

Our Priorities for 2017

Funding FAQ Page 12 of 5

Involving our communities

Community Committee Meetings

19th June 2017, 1.30pm, at Yeadon Town Hall

25th September 2017, 1.30pm at Yeadon Town Hall

27th November 2017, 1.30pm, at Upper Pool Bank Village Hall

5th March 2018, 1.30pm, at venue TBC

Further dates to be confirmed

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