Projects located in Acton, Park Royal, Chiswick, Ealing, Greenford, Hanwell, Northolt, Perivale and Southall that bring people together by creating prosperous and attractive places.

Projects which encourage local people to feel welcomed, become involved and be active and independent.

Projects which transform a public space, whether outdoor or indoor, to become a safe and vibrant place that can be used by more people or all members of the public.

Projects which create opportunities to learn new skills and help people of all ages fulfil their potential.

* Projects crowdfunding as part of this programme can recieve a pledge of up to 50% of their target up to £5,000. Exceptional projects can receive a pledge of up to £10,000. 

If you wish to be considered as an exceptional project, please take a look at the local ward priority improvement plans for 2018-22  www.ealing.gov.uk/wardforum and show us how your project would transform any hotspot or chronically blighted location.

We want our funds to:

• Inspire people to make local spaces better
• Encourage people to get involved in activities that support good health and well-being
• Support projects which appeal to people who are lonely, vulnerable and may need additional care
• Make people proud of their local area
• Give people the confidence and skills to deliver projects which will support local prosperity

1.    EXPRESSION OF INTEREST

Complete our expression of interest form to inform us of your project idea and knowledge of crowdfunding. We will be in touch to provide you with the necessary information and support to get your project started.  

2.    PROJECT PAGE AND PITCH

Create your online project page which will match you to the Ealing Transform Your Space fund - you will ask you some additional questions about your project.

3.    VERIFICATION

The project costs and necessary permissions will be checked by independent verifiers, Locality - involves checking quotes for all the major items and land owner permission for your project.

4.    CROWDFUNDING

Run your crowdfunding campaign between May and July. Start by getting lots of small pledges from the community to show local support for your project. This will help unlock bigger pledges.

5.    PLEDGE

Ealing Council will review all project campaigns and successful projects can expect to receive a pledge in early June.

6. HIT YOUR TARGET