Grants

Grants and Community Funding

Dalton with Newton Town Council is committed to supporting local organisations, community groups and initiatives that benefit residents of the town.

The Council operates a Grants Scheme, through which eligible groups may apply for financial support towards projects, activities or services that contribute to the social, cultural, recreational or environmental wellbeing of the community.

Grant Policy and Application

Our current Grant Giving Policy and Grant Application Form can be downloaded below. These documents set out:

  • who is eligible to apply

  • the types of projects the Council may support

  • how and when applications are considered

  • the information required to support an application

Applicants are strongly encouraged to read the policy carefully before submitting an application.

Awarded Grants

Details of grants awarded by the Town Council, including supported projects and organisations, will be published on this page throughout the year. Where possible, we will also share photographs and updates to show how grant funding is being used within the community.

This helps ensure transparency and demonstrates how Town Council funding supports local groups and initiatives.

Further Information

If you require further information about the grants process, please contact the Town Council Clerk using the details on the Contact Us page.

Dalton with Newton Town Council Grant Application Pack 2026 +

About us

Dalton is the ancient and historic capital of Furness and has approximately 8,000 residents at the current time. Ideally located less than thirty miles from the Lake District and close to the Irish Sea coast and nature reserves, Dalton is home to one of the Counties largest tourist attractions, South Lakes Wild Animal Park.