New look Community Awards are now open for applications
Posted on 7th May 25
Today we have re-launched our annual Community Awards as part of the Society’s pledge to give 2% of profits back to the community each year.
The newly named Community Awards reflect the scope of the awards which are now open to charities, community groups, Community Interest Companies (CICs) and School PTAs in Bath and North East Somerset (BANES).
Launched in 2006, Bath Building Society has donated more than £123,000 through the annual awards to support over 150 local charities and community groups in the past 19 years. In 2025 the funding pot has increased to £15,000, more than doubling funds available in previous years.
This year local charities and community groups can apply for up to £5,000 through the Community Awards:
1 x £5,000
2 x £2,500
5 x £1,000
Bath Building Society CEO, Richard Ingle said:
“As a judge for the annual Awards I’m always blown away by the great work that local charities, community groups and volunteers do in our local community. The Society’s roots in the community are very important to us. This year we have committed to donate 2% of profits back into the community and are pleased to be able to increase the funding pot for our annual Awards.”
