Supporting Economic Vitality

Stratford-on-Avon District Council would like to invite applicants to apply for small amounts of funding to support local events and festivals held within Stratford-on-Avon District, that support the local economy and specifically involving businesses from the local area.

Funding will be available to support Festivals and Events taking place before 1^st October 2011 that:

• Promote the vitality of the local economy
• Promote local products and services
• Engage, promote and involve local businesses
• Increase visitor numbers to the local area
• Develop the profile of local area as a premier visitor destination

Councillor Mike Brain, Community Services Portfolio Holder says: "Promoting economic vitality in the District by funding projects supporting economic growth and recovery is crucial in the current economic climate.  Last year we were able to provide financial support for 13 events across the District including food and beer festivals, business festivals and local produce fair.  Local businesses help shape the character of our community especially in our more rural locations and the more support we can provide now, the better the prospects for businesses will be in the future."

Closing date for applications is Monday 27 September 2010.

It should be noted that priority will be given to applications for 'new' festivals and events; however applications for existing events or festivals will also be considered.

Further information and an application form please call Stratford-on-Avon District Council on 01789 260803.