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Cultural Celebrations Fund

This fund will support outdoor events which promote community cohesion and support thriving neighbourhoods.

Who can apply

To apply, your organisation must:

  • have an active connection to Southwark
  • pay London Living Wage and appropriate industry rates to all paid staff

If you are applying for a large grant, you need to confirm that you sign up to Southwark Stands Together's anti-racist pledges.

Your event must:

  • be free to attend
  • take place between 1 May 2026 and 21 March 2027
  • connect different communities in Southwark
  • take place in a publicly accessible outdoor space managed by Southwark Council

You must provide proof of ID and status to work unrestricted in the UK.