Here’s a breakdown of the eligibility criteria for the various grants available through Guildford council:
| Grant Type | Eligibility Criteria |
|---|---|
| Subsidy Control (COVID-19 Business Grants) | - Grant payment up to 70% of uncovered fixed costs (90% for micro/small enterprises) <br> - Maximum grant limit of £9,000,000 <br> - Cannot be an 'undertaking in difficulty' as of 31 Dec 2019 (with exceptions for micro/small enterprises not in insolvency) <br> - Documentation required to demonstrate eligibility |
| Aspire Community Grants | - Informal groups, non-profits, registered charities, Community Interest Companies (CIC), and Social Enterprises <br> - Not eligible if receiving separate funding from the council |
| Mayor of Guildford's Local Support Fund | - Must live in the borough and be referred by a third party (not self-referral) <br> - Maximum award of £500 <br> - Only one application per calendar year; cannot have received funds for the same item |
| Home Improvement Grant | - Must have lived in the home for the last 12 months <br> - Property must be in Council Tax Band E or below <br> - Eligibility assessed based on means test |
If you need to apply for any of these grants, you can find the relevant application forms and more details on the Guildford council website.