BITMO Community Fund

BITMO is run by a Board of BITMO tenants. They set up the BITMO Community Fund to get resources where they can make a difference – helping people affected by the cost of living crisis, help people get training to help with getting a job, and to invest in small environmental improvements to streets and green spaces that can bring communities together. From June 2026 the Community Fund can also provided a limited amount of new school uniform.

What can you apply for?

BITMO’s community fund helps tenants who need support to buy essential things for their homes. The outcome of your application depends on your situation and the information and proof you provide. All decisions are made by BITMO management.

You can apply for help with basic appliances such as a fridge freezer, cooker or washing machine. You can also apply for small furnishing items such as bedding, kitchen items, curtains, rugs, bedroom storage or other small essential items.

Name *

First

Last

First line of your address *

How many adults live in your home? *

18 and over if not in full-time education

How many children live in your home? *

Phone number *

If you are applying on someone else’s behalf, please give your name, contact information, and state your connection with that person:

Please use this space to tell us more. What will the money pay for? *

Goods supplied through the Community Fund do not come with insurance. You are strongly advised to have home contents insurance. It will be your responsibility to complete the warranty/guarantee information enclosed at delvery *

I have read and understood the above section

I understand that BITMO will not normally support repeat applications *

This is my first application
I have made an application before

Your Declaration *

I will provide accurate information about my income and spending, with evidence where possible. I understand that BITMO may need to visit me at home.
I understand that BITMO has no ongoing responsibility for the items after delivery

BITMO can help with the cost of some essential school uniform items for children and young people.

BITMO can now help 50 families in need with new school uniforms. If your application is agreed, you could receive up to £100 in school uniform for each child in secondary school and up to £50 per child in primary school.

This support is only available to BITMO tenants who receive Council Tax Support.

Name *

First

Last

First line of your address *

Phone number *

If someone is helping you fill in this form, please tell us their name, their contact number and what your relationship is (family member, support worker, neighbour, advice worker)

Do You Qualify?

Yes, I am a BITMO tenant and I get Council Tax Support
I’m a BITMO tenant, don’t get Council Tax Support but would still like to apply
I’m not a BITMO tenant so don’t qualify

Name, school year and school of your child *

Do you need to apply for uniform for more children? *

Yes, one more child
Yes, two more children
Yes, three or more children
No

Declaration *

I agree to these details being shared between the school and BITMO and give permission for BITMO to get details of my children’s schools’ online payment system

Declaration 2 *

I agree to my details being stored by BITMO. I understand that BITMO’s Privacy Policy is on the BITMO website.

BITMO supports Belle Isle residents to improve their skills and opportunities. Our Community Fund can help with the cost of training courses and qualifications.

We welcome applications from BITMO tenants and other permanent household members who want to learn new skills, and gain qualifications to help them achieve their employment goals.

Your name *

First line of your address *

Are you a BITMO tenant? *

Yes
No, but I live in a BITMO household
No, so I understand I don’t qualify

Please tell us about your employment status *

Are you working, but looking for a different job? Are you unemployed? Are you in education or training?

Tell us about the course you are interested in *

What is the title of the course/qualification? Who is the provider? (college/trainer) When does the course start and end? Is it full-time or part-time?

How will the course help you? *

Will it help you get a new job, gain extra skills, gain confidence? How will it help you with your future goals?

What is the cost of the course, and how much do you want BITMO to pay? *

Have you already been accepted onto the course? *

Please provide an offer letter or email, if you have one

There are some areas of Belle Isle that need a bit of extra love and attention to look their best. The BITMO Board has set aside some funds to make improvements that are tenant led. Is there somewhere near you that you and your neighbours would like to see improved? Read more here: Belle Isle Makeovers

BITMO supports local residents and community groups to improve life in Belle Isle. Our Community Fund offers small grants for projects and activities that benefit local people.

We welcome applications from groups working to make a positive difference. This could include supporting health and wellbeing, helping families, reducing isolation, or bringing people together.

Before applying, please make sure your project will benefit Belle Isle residents.

To find out more about the BITMO Community Fund, or for help with applying, contact BITMO#s Community Development Team – talk to them in BITMO’s GATE or call/text Tracey on 07891 270094 or Sherie on 07851 103951.

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