Aims/priorities: The England Illegal Money Lending Team has funding available for groups that want to raise awareness of the issues of illegal money lending. The aim of this funding is to give groups the opportunity to raise awareness of the issue, in their community in a different way.
Delivered by England Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT), the funding has come from the proceeds of crime taken from convicted illegal money lenders.
Grants of £5,000 are on offer for project which:
- Contribute to raising awareness of the dangers of using loan sharks.
- Prevent crime and disorder and makes a difference in local communities.
- Promote the work of the Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT) in communities.
- Encourage reporting of loan sharks and signposts victims to the team.
Who can apply? Local residents' groups, charities, private companies, social enterprises, community and voluntary groups, schools and statutory agencies in England can apply.
Grant amount: Up to £5,000 are available.
Application process: Application form and FAQs document are available on the Stop Loan Sharks website.
Deadline: Thursday 30 June 2022.
Contact information: Email: Catherine.wohlers@birmingham.gov.uk
Website: Home - Stop Loan Sharks