Introduction – overview of the funding
This fund is an opportunity for community and voluntary groups to get involved and assist both the PCC and Thames Valley Police in tackling and reducing crime.
The Community Fund comes from the proceeds from the sale of items seized from criminals that cannot be returned to their rightful owner. Its purpose is to support voluntary and community groups that can help to prevent crime and keep communities safe, in line with the priorities of the Police & Crime Commissioner.
The Fund is open for applications twice a year.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applications will be considered from voluntary and community groups. To be eligible, applicants should be:
- Working in the Thames Valley Police Force area.
- Able to demonstrate that the application supports one of the priority areas of the new Police and Criminal Justice Plan.
- A policing and/or community safety charity or community group.
What are the funder priorities?
Priority will be given to organisations that support one of the PCC’s Police and Crime Plan priorities:
- Protecting Communities (including anti-social behaviour and road safety)
- Protecting People (including domestic abuse and the night-time economy)
- Protecting Property (including cybercrime and fraud and retail crime)
How much can organisations apply for?
They will consider funding requests up to a total value of £10,000. They limit funding
awards to once every 12 months for any organisation – if you have received funding in
the last 12 months, they will not be able to process your application.
There is no set limit for the grant. Funding is at the discretion of the Thames Valley PCC.
What the funding can be used for
Grants can be used either to support capital, revenue and project costs.
Applicants will also be expected to explain what working links and relationships they have developed with the Office of the PCC and/or Local Police Area.
Is there a deadline?
The closing date for this round of applications is 12pm (noon) on Monday 22 September 2025.
Find out more/how to apply
All applications must be made by completing the on-line application form which can be found here.
Successful applicants will be invited to attend a presentation event, hosted by the Police & Crime Commissioner and Chief Constable, on Friday 21 November 2025 (location TBC).
Further support from RVA
For further support from RVA with preparing your application or the policies and procedures required for this funding, contact Herjeet Vass at herjeet.vass@rva.org.uk.