The Community Empowerment Fund (part of the broader UK Shared Prosperity Fund or UKSPF) is a community capacity building initiative that aims to boost local community projects across the Falkirk area.

The 23-25 UKSPF Community Empowerment Grant was extremely successful with 88 grants totalling £525488 distributed to local third sector organisations. These monies were utilised by organisations to support the delivery of a whole range of activities and initiatives. 7 newly established organisations received funds to support activity in the first few months of operation. The UK Government has provided a reduced level of funding to extend activities for a further year.  Building on the success of the 23-25 programme, Falkirk Council is delighted to  confirm it will continue to provide a Community Grant Programme in 25/26.

The UK Government have introduced a revised set of outcomes for the SPF programme. The 25/ 26 Outcomes for the Community Empowerment are listed below. 

As the programme is time limited, all funds will be allocated from a single round of grant applications and awards in the coming weeks. 

Up to £15,000 capital funding towards projects that result in the creation or significant improvement of a building/facility owned or controlled by a non-profit, community benefit organisation. 

Applications close  23:59hrs 1st June 2025 

Funding to deliver new or expanded services within our communities, including activities, events and volunteering opportunities. 

• Small: Up to £5,000 funding
• Start-Up: Up to £2,000 funding 

Applications close  23:59hrs 30th June 2025 

Any enquiries regarding the grants programme can be directed to spf.communities@falkirk.gov.uk.