Updated 6 April 2010

The Council of European Jamaats would like to make Jamaats aware of the future funding opportunities available from the Government after the Communities Secretary, John Denham, unveiled on 18 March 2010 that the Government is offering funds to assist faith groups.

On 18 March 2010 - Government Announces £1 Million Fund for Faith Groups.   The Communities Secretary John Denham has revealed the Government is to offer funding to assist faith groups become involved in public service delivery. The Faith Working with Government fund will enable national faith based organisations to build their capacity and voice to bid for public service contracts.

 Mr Denham also announced a £50,000 prize scheme to reward faith groups offering innovative solutions to the problems of their local communities. Speaking at the ‘Faith and Social Action: Innovation and Expertise’ conference in London, Mr Denham said:

 “Faith groups have a unique perspective which must be recognised by Government and local councils and this is especially important at a time when public services are under financial pressure. The prize I am establishing today will highlight and reward the innovative ways faith groups address the challenges that arise in their communities. The money being announced today will not be used to fund these core groups directly but is intended to support those communities which lack the capacity and infrastructure to respond effectively in dialogue on issues that affect and matter to them and highlight some of the great work being done.”  

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