Charities across Cleveland are invited to bid for up to £15,000 to run projects to help vulnerable victims and under-represented groups.
Launched today, the Protect and Support Fund will give enhanced support to target groups and individuals. Projects should aim to help them recover from the after-effects of incidents of crime and antisocial behaviour (ASB).
Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioner (PCC) Matt Storey is now looking for charities, who want to deliver projects across the force area.
To apply for funding, projects should aim to do the following:
- Enhance support and protection for vulnerable victims
- Seek to reach and support under-represented groups
Any support must be in addition to help already provided by PCC-backed victim support service Victim Care and Advice Service (VCAS).
Matt is particularly keen to receive applications, which offer match funding and/or seek sustainable solutions.
The right support
He said: “I want to make sure every victim in Cleveland has access to the right support at the right time to help them recover, become more resilient and give them the confidence to live their lives in the fullest way possible.”
Funding comes from the Police Property Act Fund. It raises cash from the sale of recovered stolen goods or property, where the owners cannot be traced.
The Police Property Act Regulations (1997) state that all awards from the fund must be for charitable purposes.
The Protect and Support Fund furthers Police and Crime Plan priority “to ensure the right support for victims and vulnerable people.” The priority aims to make sure victims and vulnerable groups feel supported and listened to. In addition, they should have access to high-quality services at the right time.
The closing date for applications is 10 September 2025 at noon.
More information at: Protect and Support Fund – Cleveland Police and Crime Commissioner