30 March 2026

Bedford Borough Council Project Comes to an End

After two years of supporting local people to develop small, community micro enterprises, the Community Catalysts Bedford Borough project has…

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18 February 2026

CVS Funding Fair 2026

CVS Bedfordshire are hosting a full day of online sessions on Wednesday 18th March via Teams where nine different funders will outline what they offer and how their application processes work. They will also have a National Funding Fair the previous day,

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18 February 2026

Free radio advertising for community groups

The Harpur Trust has partnered with Bedford Radio to offer free on‑air promotion for charities, community groups, and not‑for‑profit organisations.

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19 January 2026

Small Charity Week 2026: Match-funding opportunity for Bedford Borough groups

As part of Small Charity Week 2026, a dedicated match‑funding campaign will run from 22nd – 29th June, giving local charities the chance to double the donations they raise and boost the impact of their work.

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15 January 2026

Free training for Bedford Borough community enterprises in 2026

CVS Bedfordshire are offering a fantastic programme of free workshops throughout 2026, designed to help small community organisations strengthen their skills, understand legal responsibilities, and improve their chances of securing funding.

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19 November 2025

Blue Sky Brokers: Supporting enterprises in Bedford

Blue Sky Brokers is a trusted direct payment brokerage service working in partnership with Bedford Borough Council. Community micro-enterprises can register with them to learn more about direct payments and connect with potential clients.

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10 November 2025

Three new funding opportunities for Bedford Borough community enterprises

Community micro-enterprises and not-for-profit organisations in Bedford Borough have three exciting new funding opportunities to support their growth and impact.

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22 October 2025

Free business support & local funding opportunities for Bedford Borough enterprises

If you’re a small enterprise based in Bedford Borough, there are two exciting opportunities available right now to help you grow your business and make a difference in your community.

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14 July 2025

Great news: Bedford Community Catalysts project extended to March 2026!

We’re excited to announce that the Bedford Community Catalysts project has been officially extended, now running until March 2026! The project will keep supporting small, local enterprises that deliver care, support, community activities, and groups across Bedford Borough.

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