The Welsh Government’s Elections Division recently announced they were looking to set up a grant scheme to support activities related to improving democratic engagement across Wales.

This week the team were pleased to reveal that applications are now welcomed from organisations for funding from the “Democratic Engagement Grant”.

Applications are split between those requesting funding under £1000 and those requesting funding over £1000.

Below you can find the link to the website which has all the additional information. Please note the guidance for the grant is contained within the application forms.

Democratic engagement grant | GOV.WALES

Timeline and further information:

  • January 2023: grant application window opens.
  • February 2023: initial grant application window closes.
  • February 2023: outcome letters issued to bidders.
  • February and March 2023: grant award letters issued.