£1m being made available to local projects working to reduce crime

A £1m funding initiative is being launched by Police and Crime Commissioner, Donna Jones, to support local projects which work to reduce crime and anti-social behaviour.

Charities, councils and third sector organisations are being invited to apply for funding from the Commissioner’s Safer Communities Fund from September 1st 2026. 

This year the Commissioner will welcome applications that seek to reduce abuse, violence and exploitation against women and girls, tackle serious violence, drive down anti-social behaviour, and reduce reoffending.

To apply for funding, please visit: Apply for funding - Hampshire Police and Crime Commissioner from September 1st 2026.

The Commissioner would encourage you to forward this information to any organisations you believe would benefit.

Applications close on the 16th October 2026.

Successful applicants will receive the funding from April 1st 2027.