Crime Prevention and Diversion Grants Scheme Launches

The PCC has launched his annual grants scheme for 2026/27, funding local initiatives which are working to address the priority areas of his Police and Crime Plan.

The overarching theme for applications this year is crime prevention and diversion, with applications needing to demonstrate that they address:

Prevention: targeting the causes of criminality and/or anti-social behaviour in our communities and on our roads; seeking to break the generational cycle of offending to prevent it from occurring in the first place.

and/or

Diversion: supporting individuals who have already begun a journey of perpetrating crime and/or anti-social behaviour in our communities or on our roads, but who, armed with the right knowledge, understanding and commitment, can be diverted from this path towards a brighter future.

If you are part of, or know, an organisation who might fit the bill, then let them know of this great opportunity. Applications are now open and close at midday on Wednesday 5 November.

Opening the application process, Philip Seccombe, Police and Crime Commissioner for Warwickshire, said: “I am continually impressed by the wide variety of initiatives which apply for my grants fund, reflecting the hard work so many are delivering across the county.

“I encourage anyone who think they may have a suitable project that will benefit from this funding to please get in touch. Applications close at midday on Wednesday 5 November”

“I hope to see applications from a wide range of community groups, charities and organisations with innovative projects that can make a real difference to communities. By providing crime prevention schemes to prevent offences taking place, as well as delivering diversionary activities for those at risk of offending or re-offending, my grant scheme aims to make a real difference in making Warwickshire a safer place for all.”

If you, or someone you know, is involved in a local organisation who may benefit from this funding, find more information and guidance about the scheme on our website.