CrossCountry Trains Community Fund
CrossCountry Trains operate trains Penzance to Liskeard, running through some of the Duchy’s major towns. CrossCountry Trains want to support these communities, many of which are experiencing high levels of in-work poverty, social deprivation and mental health and well-being concerns.
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Grant Categories:
- Open
Grant requirements
To apply for a grant your organisation must meet the general Eligibility Criteria. In addition to this, you must also meet the specific criteria of the grant listed below:
Who can apply
The CrossCountry Rail Fund aims to support community groups, charities and social enterprises across Cornwall, with priority given to projects based in towns where CrossCountry stations are located
What it will support:
Grants are unrestricted.
CrossCountry is a long-distance passenger train operator, with a network stretching from Aberdeen to Penzance and from Stansted to Cardiff and calling at over 100 stations. Based in Birmingham, CrossCountry connects seven of Britain’s 10 largest cities and delivers 240 services every weekday, equating to over 42 million passenger journeys each year.
The CrossCountry Customer & Communities Improvement Fund (CCIF) is our community grant fund, specifically designed to support community projects that deliver tangible social and environmental benefits.
CCIF allows communities and stakeholders across the CrossCountry network to identify, develop local projects and schemes that can make a real difference to the communities we serve.
Ready to apply?
If you meet the eligibility criteria and are ready to submit an application, apply at the bottom of this page.
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If this is your first time applying to us start by reading the Application Process & Guidance. Here you can find useful information and resources to guide you through the application process.
If you’d like to speak to our Outreach Officer you can find contact details at the bottom of this page.
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Grants FAQ
You might have some questions about the application process, check our grants FAQ for answers to common questions.
Projects CCF have supported:
Nature Buddies in Camborne lifts people’s spirits, and enhances wellbeing
Nature Connects CIC hold various sessions that allow people to connect with nature, improving their wellbeing. Their community, Nature Buddies, is […]
KBSK create a safe space for local youth with a grant from the Commissioner’s Community Grant Scheme
Since 2019 KBSK Performing Arts CIC has been a safe and accessible place for local children and young people from […]
IgniteYou CIC launch their Disability health Hub with a grant from the Integrated Care Board Health Improvement Fund.
IgniteYou empowers people to take ownership of their health through movement, nutrition and coaching. The grant of just under £10K […]
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Before starting an application, check your organisation is eligible, and that have your supporting documents ready.
Accessible application submissions:
If you have additional needs and would like support completing your application, please contact us on 01566 779333 or email us at grants@cornwallfoundation.com
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If you aren’t sure if one of our grants is right for you, you can contact our Community Outreach Officer. Shannon can answer your questions and guide you through the process. Book a Grant Support Call.
Alternatively you can contact the Grants Officer managing this grant.
Lisa Dymond
Grants Officer
