Mynydd y Gwair Local Community Fund Round 2 Now Open

Round 2 is now open and will accept applications for Small Grants (up to £10,000) AND Medium Grants (£10,000 to £35,000).

The Mynydd y Gwair Local Community Fund provides grants to organisations providing services, facilities or activities that benefit the communities within the area of benefit for the Mynydd y Gwair Local Community Fund.

This includes the following Community/Town Council areas: Llangyfelach, Pontlliw and Tircoed, Pontarddulais, Mawr, Penllergaer, Clydach and Morriston.

Click here for further information and application form.

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