FAQs
- 3 months
- 6months
- completion of project
What support can I get with my application and project?
The Bid Sparks Fund has host organisations in each Neighbourhood. They along with Southend City Council Team and the Community Builders Team are there to support you throughout the application process. This includes things like completing the forms, submitting reports, connecting you with other people and finding out if you idea is feasible
What happens if not all of the money is spent in our neighbourhood round of funding?
We will ensure that the £20,000 is only used in your neighbourhood/locality and not used in another, if needed we will hold another round of Big Sparks for projects to come forward and apply again at a later date.
What reporting is needed if my project idea is funded?
All successful applicants with be provided with some guidance and support packs to capture the activity of their project. This will include a basic expense tracker and an online reporting form will be available at key stages
You will guided and supported throughout this process.