Community groups across Oxfordshire can apply for a slice of a £100,000 grant to help prevent crime across the region.

The Community Fund, jointly run by the police and crime commissioner (PCC) and chief constable, provides bi-annual grant funding to both voluntary and community groups.

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Organisations from across Thames Valley can apply for grants for projects which support one or more of the PCC’s ‘Police and Criminal Justice Plan’ priorities:

•         Strong Local Policing (preventing crime & protecting communities)

•         Fighting Serious Organised Crime (protecting vulnerable people)

•         Fighting Fraud & Cybercrime (fighting modern crimes)

•         Improving the Criminal Justice System (reducing re-offending)

•         Tackling illegal encampments (reducing the impact of encampments)

Matthew Barber, PCC for Thames Valley, said: “I’m pleased to announce the latest round of the Community Fund is now open for applications. This is a great opportunity to support community and voluntary groups in reducing crime.

“We’re fortunate to have such an active community across Thames Valley that plays a significant role in helping to tackle local issues around crime prevention and supporting vulnerable groups.  

“I have been fortunate to visit some of the groups we’ve supported in the past, who have benefited from the funding provided to support their communities and help prevent crime across the Thames Valley.

“I look forward to receiving applications which focus on a range of areas within my Police and Criminal Justice Plan including crime prevention, modern crimes such as cybercrime and fraud, and reducing re-offending.”

The closing date is 12pm on September 12. Further information, including a link to the application form, can be found at: www.thamesvalley-pcc.gov.uk/get-involved/community-fund  

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This story was written by Sophie Perry. She joined the team in 2021 as a digital reporter.

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