Charitable trusts and educational grants

The Norman Barnes Fund gives money to help with the welfare of the aged.

Eligibility

You can apply for the Norman Barnes Fund if:

• You live in Rochdale, Castleton, Norden or Bamford.
• You're aged over 60.

Organisations can apply for the Norman Barnes Fund if they assist the elderly in Rochdale, Castleton, Norden or Bamford.

Restrictions

You can only apply once in any 12-month period for up to a maximum of £300.

All applications are considered on their merits at regular meetings of the Trustees.

No payments can be made to help to pay tax, Council Tax or any other statutory payments, except where relief or assistance is already provided out of statutory funds.

How to apply

To apply for the Norman Barnes Fund, please:

1. Download and complete the application form.
2. Return the form to us by:
   • Email governance.committees@rochdale.gov.uk
   • Post addressed to:
     The Clerk to the Norman Barnes Fund
     c/o Governance Support
     Floor 2
     Number One Riverside
     Smith Street
     Rochdale OL16 1XU
3. If you'd like more information about the Norman Barnes Fund, please get in touch using the contact details on this page.

Download the Norman Barnes Fund application form