Funding and Advice
We supports local groups, charities and community organisations to grow with confidence. We connect people who care with causes that need support through our grants for community groups and organisations.
We also support village halls and community buildings through our membership scheme, and offer simple energy‑saving advice for households.
The team is LIQA accredited, providing reassurance that you can reply on trusted expertise, practical solutions and strong advocacy. It recognises our experience and our commitment to offering high-quality support to Shropshire’s voluntary and community sector.
Grants for Community Groups
Are you a group that works to improve their community and the lives of local people? We manage several grant schemes that you may be able to benefit from.
• Shropshire Grassroots Fund
Need general advice and support on how to apply for grants and what funding is available? Get in touch.
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Free Energy Saving Advice
We provide free and impartial advice to anyone who wants to save money on their energy bills or who is generally struggling to heat their home.
We can help you to understand how much your appliances cost to run, highlighting where you could make savings, and also help you to access further support if you are in debt with your energy supplier.
You will also receive a free energy pack with information toolkit to help keep your home warm.
If you are interested in booking a free advice session, fill out the below form and we’ll be in touch within five working days to arrange a convenient time.
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Community Buildings and Village Halls Advice
We offer advice and training to the management committees of village halls and community buildings across Shropshire and Telford & Wrekin through our membership scheme.
We offer support in areas including:
• Hiring your hall/building
• Health and safety
• Managing your organisation
• Complying with the law
• Planning for the future
Join now or get in touch to find out more.
Find out more Join nowCommunity Buildings and Village Halls Membership
Our Advice and Support Service for community buildings and village halls is available via our community buildings and village halls membership scheme.
Village halls members also have access to specialist information from ACRE (Action with Communities in Rural England), our national representative body. Members will also get free entry to the ACRE Hallmark Quality Standard.
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Annual membership is £52 for 12 months from the date of joining, that’s just £1 per week.
As a member. you will also receive all the latest news, updates and information relating to our work and have access to unparalleled knowledge and expertise in helping communities become more sustainable economically, socially and environmentally.
Shropshire Village Halls Quiz League
Join the Shropshire Village Halls Quiz League
Get your team together and join a quiz league that brings people together and supports local village halls.
From October to March, teams across Shropshire compete in friendly monthly quiz nights, with a Grand Final in April. It’s fun, sociable, and a great way to support your community.
Why join?
- enjoy regular quiz nights with teams from across Shropshire
- bring people together in your village or local area
- support your village hall through a fun community activity
- help raise extra income through refreshments and raffles
How it works
Teams of up to four take part in friendly quiz matches once a month on Friday evenings, with the league running from October to March. At the end of the season, teams come together for a Finals evening in April, where trophies are presented to the winners.
Teams are organised into regional groups to keep travel practical, and if there is enough local interest, more than one team can enter from the same area. Each team needs a local coordinator to organise players and act as the main point of contact.
Monthly updates, league tables and venue details are shared by email, and team members can change from month to month. Players do not need to be on the Village Hall Committee, and people from neighbouring parishes are very welcome to join.
Costs and fundraising
- annual entry fee: £10 for affiliated members of Shropshire Community Resource
- annual entry fee: £15 for non-affiliated halls
- payment can be made by cheque or BACS when you submit your entry form
- quiz night attendees pay £2.50 to the host hall for refreshments
- many halls also run a raffle to raise extra funds
- it’s a simple way to support your hall while enjoying a great night out
Are you a budding quiz master?
We’re also looking for quiz masters. If you could help as a compere, question setter, or both, we’d love to hear from you. Guidance and support are available.
Find out more
If you have any questions or would like to enter a team, please contact Sylvia Hammond, Quiz Secretary on
07484 992144 or: philip915@btinternet.com
