ASDA Foundation - Local Community Spaces Fund Reopens

ASDA Foundation know accessible community spaces can be a lifeline for local people, and many of these spaces require funding to repair, renovate and develop them so that they can continue delivering vital activities and services.

In addition, loneliness and isolation continue to be highlighted through our Community Insight Survey as top areas of concern for local communities throughout the UK.

Some exemptions (see below), but potential capital funding for spaces that support physical activity and sport across our communities.

Examples of what ASDA Foundation would fund:

• Kitchen and bathroom refurbishments
• Roof and floor repairs
• Disabled access ramps to a community building
• Boilers and heating
• Upgrades and replacements to windows and doors
• Essential building security upgrades
• Wallpaper, flooring
• Outdoor community spaces which are maintained by the applicant group. Must be open all year round and used by a range of groups.

Examples of what ASDA Foundation wouldn’t fund:

• Fundraising, sponsorship or licenses
• Solar panels / battery storage packs
• Memorials & sensory gardens
• Core cost: including project management, design and architecture fees
• Heritage projects primarily focused on preserving a building for its historical significance rather than for active community use
• VAT you can reclaim
• Bars, beer gardens, or any part of a building where a bar operates
• Projects which could negatively impact the reputation of The Asda Foundation
• Vehicles or any other mobile structure
• Road repairs/access roads, car parks and public paths
• Playgrounds, public parks and nature reserves
• Maintenance to pitches, sports grounds, and clubhouses which are used by only one organisation.
• Applications only for non-essential decorative items – e.g. plants, frames, ornaments
• Equipment and spaces used only by staff for administrative purposes.

ASDA Foundation encourage applications from groups with free to access services that are inclusive to many; and are less likely to fund groups with fees that prevent participation.

Fund Guidance and Criteria