Ward budget funding for local projects 

The latest funding scheme for 2022 to 2026 is now closed. 

About ward budget funding 

We have 55 ward councillors representing 23 wards in Royal Greenwich. Councillors are elected for a 4-year term. 

Find out more about council wards 

Ward budget funding is a financial resource available to councillors so they can: 

  • involve ward communities in their local area 
  • support local projects and opportunities 
  • make social, environmental and wellbeing improvements for residents 

How much funding is available

Funding is allocated for a 4-year term. 

For the period 2022 to 2026: 

  • smaller wards that have 2 councillors received £11,000 
  • larger wards that have 3 councillors received £16,500 

What funds can be spent on

Money from ward budgets can fund: 

  • projects benefiting residents in a single ward 
  • projects that benefit residents across multiple wards 

Applications must focus on specific projects. This might include: 

  • specific items or activities to support local community groups 
  • environmental projects to improve or enhance the public spaces 
  • connecting communities to help reduce social isolation 
  • bringing people together through community engagement and events 
  • initiatives that support and promote community safety 
  • activities that encourage and promote healthier communities 

Projects funded for 2022 to 2026

View the list of funded projects for 2022 to 2026: