How to Secure Grant Funding for your Village Hall

Fundraising shouldn’t feel like wading through fog. We sit down with Chris Rush, director at TJB Community, to cut through the noise and show a clear route from idea to funded project for village, community and church halls. If you’ve ever felt lost in a maze of grants and acronyms, this conversation gives you the map, the compass and the checkpoints.Chris breaks down practical steps to build proof: village-wide surveys with comments, letters from user groups, meeting minutes that show the idea’s journey, and a social media trail that demonstrates real demand. Whether you’re planning a new roof, safer flooring, or more inclusive activities, you’ll leave with a practical playbook: map the funders, prove the need, speak in your community’s voice and show clear impact. If you want help, Chris’s team works on a success basis and offers advice freely—because the goal is simple: keep vital halls open, active and welcoming.Enjoyed the conversation? Follow the show, share this with your committee, and leave a quick review so more halls can find it.