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  February 2026 - Funding Opportunities

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  Background

  The McCarthy Stone Foundation was launched in 2020 and is an independent registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation governed by a board of volunteer trustees from McCarthy Stone and independent members from outside the organisation. The Foundation aims to deliver a grants programme, longer-term charity partnerships and volunteering opportunities.

  Projects should focus on initiatives to support people with dementia over 65 years old in Great Britain. Funding has been prioritised to organisations able to demonstrate they are working in specified locations across certain regions: locations have been selected based on data from the ONS, Age UK, and the Centre for Ageing... Continue reading

  
  

  Background

  The McCarthy Stone Foundation was launched in 2020 and is an independent registered Charitable Incorporated Organisation governed by a board of volunteer trustees from McCarthy Stone and independent members from outside the organisation. The Foundation aims to deliver a grants programme, longer-term charity partnerships and volunteering opportunities.

  Projects should focus on initiatives to support people with dementia over 65 years old in Great Britain. Funding has been prioritised to organisations able to demonstrate they are working in specified locations across certain regions: locations have been selected based on data from the ONS, Age UK, and the Centre for Ageing Better, with a key focus on areas where income deprivation and loneliness affect people with dementia is most acute. Applicants should check the Foundation website for full details of the specified regions.

  Objectives of Fund

  The programme aims to support organisations providing services for people over 65 years old with dementia in areas of deprivation affecting older people in Great Britain. Memory cafes and dementia clubs are supported.

  Value Notes

  Grants up to £7,500 are available. It is anticipated that over 20 dementia clubs and memory cafes will be supported.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Match funding is not a specified requirement.

  Who Can Apply

  Community organisations, registered charities and CICs limited by guarantee working in England, Scotland or Wales may apply. Exempt charities will also be considered.

  Organisations must have:

  • An annual income less than £250,000.
  • A governing document.
  • A registered bank account in the name of the organisation.

  Organisations must be working with adults with dementia over 65 years of age and specifically be providing services which assist people with dementia and/or their carers. This might include services like the provision of Dementia Memory Café’s or Carer courses.

  In addition, organisations must be working in deprived areas of Great Britain. Only applications from deprived areas are accepted and applicants should refer to the list of specified areas at the McCarthy Stone Foundation website for eligibility.

  
  

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Groups with an annual income over £250,000.
  • Connector or infrastructure services e.g. citizens advice or community transport.
  • Individuals.
  • Contributions to general appeals or circulars.
  • Religious activity which is not for wider public benefit.
  • Public bodies to carry out their statutory obligations.
  • Activities which solely support animal welfare.
  • Activities which have already taken place.
  • Grant-making by other organisations.
  • Privately owned and profit-distributing companies or limited partnerships.

  CICs cannot apply for core cost funding.

  Eligible Expenditure

  Funding is available for core and project costs (for e.g. dementia clubs, memory cafes, carer support courses) in Great Britain to assist older adults with dementia.

  Location

  Great Britain

  How To Apply

  The closing date for applications is 13 March 2026 for review in late April.

  Guidance and an online application form are available from the Foundation website.

  Contact the McCarthy Stone Foundation for further information.

  Documents & links

  • McCarthy Stone Foundation(External link)
  • McCarthy Stone Foundation - Grants Programme(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Graeme Marsh
     Foundation Manager
     McCarthy Stone Foundation
     4th Floor
     100 Holdenhurst Road
     Bournemouth
     Dorset
     BH8 8AQ
     Tel: 01202 292480
     Email: Graeme.Marsh@mccarthyandstone-foundation.org.uk(External link)

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  16/02/2026

  McCarthy Stone Foundation's Dementia Grants Programme Now Open(External link)

  12/02/2025

  McCarthy Stone Foundation’s Dementia Grants Programme to Open 14 February(External link)

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Background

  The Screwfix Foundation is a grant-making charity which was created by trade retailers Screwfix in 2013.

  The funds for the grants programme are raised throughout the year with an eye to supporting causes that will change people's lives.

  Objectives of Fund

  The funding is intended for both national and local charities across the UK so that they can fix, repair, maintain and improve properties and community facilities specifically for those in need (by reason of financial hardship, sickness, disability or other disadvantage or distress) in the UK.

  Due to the very high number of applications received each quarter, Screwfix will give priority to the following projects:

  • Where Screwfix is funding the project in full.
  • Where the project will directly benefit people in need and will have a lasting impact.

  Value Notes

  Grants of up to £5,000 are available.

  Funding needs to be spent within 12 months from receipt of payment.

  Who Can Apply

  Registered charities and not-for-profit organisations based in the UK (including specialist not-for-profit schools) can apply.

  Applications will be accepted from:

  • Registered Charities with the Charity Commission for England and Wales.
  • Registered Charities with OSCR
  • Registered Charities with the Charity Commission for Northern Ireland
  • Registered Community Benefit Society with the FCA
  • Registered Cooperative Society with the FCA
  • Registered Community Interest Company (CIC) with Companies House.

  To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be supporting people in need in the UK by reason of financial hardship, sickness, disability or other disadvantage or distress. The main beneficiaries could be:
    • People suffering from sickness or disabilities.
    • People from diverse groups.
    • Disadvantaged or vulnerable people.
    • People suffering from financial hardship.
    • People suffering from mental health issues.
    • Other.
  • Be looking for funding to support projects that relate to the repair, maintenance, improvement or construction of homes, community buildings and other buildings.
  • Have suitable governance to manage funds, eg, financial reporting, committee meetings, etc.

  Both national and local charities can apply.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Items that are easily removable from a property such as soft furnishings, curtains, tables, chairs etc.
  • White goods or electronic items.
  • Grants for research.
  • Purchase of vehicles.
  • Purchase of garden machinery or removeable furniture such as lawnmowers, chairs or plants.
  • Repayment of loans.
  • Annual Rent or service charges.
  • Sponsorships.
  • Salaries.
  • Organisations that support wildlife or animals as their main beneficiary.
  • Groups that have received funding from the Screwfix Foundation within the last two years.
  • Projects that will benefit the general public ie, community centres, sports clubs and associations, uniformed groups such as scout and girl guide groups.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding is for projects which improve a physical building (or land attached to it) that is used by people in need.

  The funding is to be used for the following types of projects:

  • Improved energy efficient lighting and heating
  • Installation of new kitchen, bathroom etc.
  • Installation of a sensory room.
  • General painting and decorating.
  • Improving safety and security of a building.

  Location

  United Kingdom

  How To Apply

  The guidelines and online application form can be found on The Screwfix Foundation website.

  The trustees meet to review applications in March, June, September and December. The cut off date for applications is 12pm on the 10th of the month prior to the Trustee meeting.

  The application windows are:

  • 11 November to 10 February for the March meeting with a decision by 30 March.
  • 11 February to 10 May for the June Trustee meeting with a decision by 30 July.
  • 11 May to 10 August for the September Trustee meeting with a decision by 30 September.
  • 11 August to 10 November for the December Trustee meeting with a decision by 30 December.

  All projects that are successful will be listed on the Screwfix Foundation website.

  Contact The Screwfix Foundation for further information.

  Documents & links

  • The Screwfix Foundation(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     The Screwfix Foundation
     Trade House
     Mead Avenue
     Houndstone Business Park
     Yeovil
     BA22 8RT
     Tel: 01935 414100
     Email: foundation@screwfix.com(External link)

  Background

  Everyone deserves a safe, secure, and decent home. The new Renters Rights Act aims to make this a reality for over 200,000 people living in private rentals across the West Midlands.

  We need your help to spread the word of these transformational changes. Together we can empower private renters to raise issues with their property and get action taken.

  The Renters Rights Act Campaign Fund will provide between £1,000 and £2,500 to community-based organisation across the West Midlands to run activities that raise awareness of these new rights for tenants, with a total funding pot of up to £30,000.

  These grants are to support community groups and organisations who want to test new ideas or progress an existing project. The funding can be spent on one specific idea or can be used to fund multiple ideas.

  We encourage applications from small community groups and welcome joint applications from local organisations working together.

  Training sessions (open to all)

  Free Renters Rights Act training sessions are available to all groups and organisations. The training will increase your understanding of the new legislation and help build your confidence in supporting renters.

  You do not need to apply for the campaign fund in order to attend a training session. We do, however, encourage all fund applicants to attending a training session to help you design and plan your sessions.

  Dates will be announced shortly.

  For more information and to express your interest, please visit our Training Resources webpage(External link).

  Key dates

  • Applications need to be submitted by 15 March 2026 at midnight.
  • We will assess applications and let all applicants know the outcome by the 27 March 2026.
  • Projects will need to be delivered by the end of May.

  Ideas for activities

  Here are some ideas that we have thought of, but we would be keen to hear other ideas or initiatives:

  • A coffee morning where you offer practical advice on how people can raise concerns about their property and tenancy.
  • Door knocking and sharing flyers with private tenants in your area.
  • Pop up stands at local events or in high footfall locations where you can share information and signpost tenants to support.

  Applying for the fund

  If you are successful, the following will apply:

  • You will be asked to sign a grant agreement form.
  • Payments will be made in instalments with 50% granted on the signing of the grant agreement form and the remaining 50% granted upon the successful completion of your project.
  • You must share a breakdown of:
    • Where the funding will be spent, including links to items where possible.
    • Key metrics and performance indicators you will use to measure your project.
  • Once you have spent the grant, you must provide receipts (can be photocopies of originals).
  • Share your story for a case study with photos to showcase your work to others, noting the relevant photo consents.
  • Complete our short monitoring and evaluation online questionnaire.

  Eligibility Criteria

  1. You can apply as a community group, community organisation or as a charity operating in the West Midlands metropolitan area. This includes Birmingham, Coventry, Dudley, Sandwell, Solihull, Walsall, and Wolverhampton.
  2. Have an idea that is connected to achieving the funds key aim of getting private renters to feel empowered to raise issues about their accommodation and get action taken now and in the future.
  3. You must deliver your project between the 1 - 30 May 2026.
  4. Spending must be complete by 30 May 2026.
  5. Your organisation must have a bank account to receive the grant funding.

  Judgement criteria

  Each application will be scored across these three criteria. Please also note that consideration will be made to ensure projects funded are spread across the region.

  1. Which community you will support and why they need better awareness of the Renters Rights Act
  2. What difference your project will make - how it will benefit your organisation and your local community
  3. How you will deliver the work

  Deadline for submissions is the 15 March 2026 at midnight.

  We will assess applications and let all applicants know the outcome by the 27 March 2026.

  If you have any questions or want to run an idea past us before applying, please email rentersrights@wmca.org.uk.(External link)

  How to apply

  Apply for the Renters Rights Grant(External link)

  Easyfundraising Impact Fund : 20 x £500 unrestricted grants

  The new easyfundraising Impact Fund is now open with 20 unrestricted grants of £500 for UK not-for-profit organisations to help them continue or enhance their work. The grant is unrestricted, so it can be used wherever the money is needed most to support your work.

  When to apply: 23 February – 5 April

  Who can apply:

  The fund is open to UK based:

  • Registered charities
  • Other not-for-profit organisations
  • Sports clubs and teams
  • Schools and education settings
  • Social enterprises and CICs
  • After-school and youth groups
  • Churches and religious organisations

  How it’s awarded: The application form is straightforward. Grants will be awarded to organisations that best explain how they would use the £500. The grants will be awarded across a mix of categories and locations, and the fund is open to organisations of all sizes and structures.

  Apply here: www.easyfundraising.org.uk/impact-fund(External link)

  About easyfundraising:
  easyfundraising is a simple way for your organisation to raise extra funds from everyday online shopping. When your community shops with over 8,000 retailers through easyfundraising, the retailer makes a donation to your organisation — at no extra cost to anyone. From a weekly grocery shop to booking a holiday, it all helps generate free donations.

  Donations are paid to you every three months, and because they’re unrestricted, you can spend the money on whatever your organisation needs most. Register for free funding with easyfundraising here https://www.easyfundraising.org.uk/community/

  
  

  
  
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  January 2026 - Funding Opportunities

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  The Sasha Foundation - Young People with Mental Health Issues

  Background

  The Sasha Foundation is a registered charity that was established to support groups that work with mental health issues, in memory of Sasha Love.

  Objectives of Fund

  This fund aims to support charitable organisations working with young people, with a preference for those suffering from depression and mental health issues, or those who are confronting drug abuse issues.

  Additionally, the Foundation supports education and healthcare projects and programs in the third world, with a preference for education for young women.

  Value Notes

  Typically, grants will be up to £10,000... Continue reading

  
  

  The Sasha Foundation - Young People with Mental Health Issues

  Background

  The Sasha Foundation is a registered charity that was established to support groups that work with mental health issues, in memory of Sasha Love.

  Objectives of Fund

  This fund aims to support charitable organisations working with young people, with a preference for those suffering from depression and mental health issues, or those who are confronting drug abuse issues.

  Additionally, the Foundation supports education and healthcare projects and programs in the third world, with a preference for education for young women.

  Value Notes

  Typically, grants will be up to £10,000 and at most will be for up to 50% of the total cost of the proposed project.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Evidence of match funding Is required.

  Who Can Apply

  Established charitable organisations can apply.

  Priority will be given to grassroots community groups and small-to-medium-sized voluntary organisations.

  Groups must have:

  • A governing document.
  • A governing body of at least three unrelated individuals.
  • A bank account in the group’s name.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Individuals.
  • Contributions to general appeals or circulars.
  • Religious activity that is not for the wider public benefit.
  • Public bodies to carry out their statutory obligations.
  • Retrospective costs.
  • Grant-making by other organisations.
  • Privately owned and profit-distributing companies or limited partnerships.

  The Foundation typically does not award grants to large charities.

  Eligible Expenditure

  Funding can be used for running costs (including salaries), projects, equipment, or capital developments.

  Funding can be used for new, continuing, or one-off initiatives.

  Location

  United Kingdom.

  How To Apply

  The trustees meet a minimum of twice a year to consider applications. The deadlines for applications are:

  • 1 April.
  • 1 October.

  Guidance notes and an application form are available from the Sasha Foundation website.

  Completed applications should be submitted by email or post to the Foundation’s accountants.

  Documents & links

  • Sasha Foundation(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     Sasha Foundation
     c/o Richardson Swift
     11 Laura Place
     Bath, BA2 4BL
     Email: info@thesashafoundation.co.uk(External link)

  
  

  
  

  King Charles III Charitable Fund – Small Grants (2 Week Window)

  Background

  King Charles III Charitable Fund (KCCF) is the working name of The Prince of Wales’s Charitable Foundation. Founded in 1979 to support the then Prince of Wales's charitable work, it aims to transform lives and build sustainable communities by funding a wide range of good causes within its core funding themes.

  Over the past 40 years, the fund has invested more than £100 million in charitable causes in the UK and overseas.

  Objectives of Fund

  The scheme provides small grants to support independent UK registered non-for-profit organisations for grassroots, community-based projects that fall within its core funding themes:

  • Heritage and conservation.
  • Education.
  • Health and wellbeing.
  • Social inclusion.
  • Environment.
  • Countryside.

  Value Notes

  Grants of up to £3,000 are available per year for three years.

  The total cost of the project should not exceed £50,000.

  Approximately 100 community-based organisations are awarded grants each year.

  Who Can Apply

  Applications are accepted from UK registered not-for-profit organisations, including:

  • Charities.
  • Charitable incorporated organisations.
  • Community interest companies.
  • Companies limited by guarantee.
  • Excepted charities.
  • Unincorporated organisations who can demonstrate a clear social purpose.

  Eligible organisations should have:

  • An annual income of between £25,000 and £500,000.
  • Completed at least two years of activity.
  • Less than six months of unrestricted free reserves.

  Applicants must have waited at least two years from the date of any previous unsuccessful application or two years after the end date of their last award period.

  Restrictions

  Funding is not available for:

  • Individuals and public bodies.
  • Organisations that mainly distribute grants to other organisations.
  • Organisations with political associations or interests.
  • Covering capital expenditure with the exception of community-based heritage, conservation and restoration projects aimed at preserving the fabric of historic buildings.
  • Organisations that are tackling food waste, food insecurity or food poverty in the UK.
  • Organisations with consistent late reporting regulatory history.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding is for community projects that fall within the KCCF's core funding themes:

  • Heritage and conservation – the preservation of historic and culturally important buildings and traditional craftmanship, together with the sustainable regeneration of communities and the built environment across the globe.
  • Education – supporting education, training and employability opportunities through which young people and adults can fulfil their potential. This includes grants to non-profit organisations working to narrow the attainment gap, support broader education through music, the arts, sports and outdoor pursuits, as well as investing in teachers continuing professional development.
  • Health and wellbeing – improving the health and wellbeing of people and communities. Grants have enabled people with disabilities, those facing life limiting illnesses and people from disadvantaged and marginalised communities to benefit from improved physical and mental health.
  • Social inclusion – promoting social inclusion for vulnerable and marginalised communities through projects that relieve poverty, loneliness and other social issues.
  • Environment – protecting and promoting the natural world through efforts including habitat restoration, species conservation, carbon savings and sequestration and circular economies.
  • Countryside – investing in the economic and environmental future of the countryside. This includes grants to support sustainable and regenerative agriculture, nature friendly farming practices and a brighter future for those who live and work in rural communities.

  Priority will be given to projects serving the most disadvantaged communities.

  Funding provided through this programme is restricted and must be used exclusively for the project. Core costs or staff salaries may be covered, provided these expenses are directly attributable to the delivery of the project. For example funding for a youth coordinator’s salary to support the delivery of a youth project will be considered.

  Location

  UK

  How To Apply

  The small grants programme is open to applications from 28 January (9am) to 11 February 2026 (12 noon).

  In 2025/26, applications are open as follows:

  • 6 to 20 August (12 noon) – environment and countryside funding themes. (Now closed.)
  • 17 to 31 October (12 noon) – education and heritage and conservation funding themes. (Now closed.)
  • 28 January to 11 February (12 noon) – social inclusion and health and wellbeing funding themes.

  An online application form and guidance notes are available on the KCCF website.

  Contact the KCCF for further information.

  Documents & links

  • Grants Applications - King Charles III Charitable Fund(External link)
  • King Charles III Charitable Fund(External link)

  
  

  Windrush Day Grant Scheme 2026 - Deadline 10th February 2026

  Background

  MV Empire Windrush arrived at the Port of Tilbury on 21 June 1948 and its passengers disembarked a day later. The ship carried several hundred Caribbean migrants, many of them veterans of the Second World War. Since then, the Windrush has come to symbolise the first movement of mass migration to the United Kingdom in the post-war era.

  Following the 70th anniversary of MV Empire Windrush’s arrival in 2018, the Government announced a national Windrush Day on 22 June each year, commencing in 2019.

  The Windrush Day Grant Scheme is provided with funding from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) and administered on their behalf by Near Neighbours.

  Objectives of Fund

  The Windrush Day Grant Scheme is part of the Government's work to create more resilient communities, where different religions, cultures and opinions are celebrated, underpinned by a shared set of values that champion tolerance, freedom and equality of opportunity.

  In 2026, the scheme's focus is on bringing communities together, across different ages and ethnic backgrounds. It is expected that events and activities will be inclusive and encourage engagement and participation from people from a variety of different backgrounds, including those beyond Windrush communities.

  The funding is for projects that focus on one of the following overarching celebratory aims of the Windrush Day Grant Scheme:

  • Raise Awareness: To raise awareness of the historical facts and experiences of the Windrush story. This includes the pioneers who arrived on the MV Empire Windrush in 1948, and those who came on vessels and aircraft in the decades after WW2.
  • Foster Pride: To foster a greater sense of national pride and recognition of the historic and ongoing contributions made by the Windrush generation and their descendants to UK society. To proactively support and encourage people from different backgrounds to embrace, celebrate and commemorate this aspect of our shared history
  • Encourage & Inspire: To encourage and inspire the descendants of the Windrush Generation to become young leaders, pursue their aspirations and contribute to the shared values of UK society.

  Proposals should be unique, bold, creative, community-led, and culturally resonant, engaging with the Windrush story and Windrush communities in powerful, enterprising and thoughtful ways.

  Value Notes

  The budget for 2026 is £500,000.

  Grants of between £5,000 and £25,000 are available.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Although match funding is not required, it is encouraged. Match funding can include in-kind support.

  Who Can Apply

  Organisations are eligible to apply if they fit into one of the following three categories:

  • They are registered
    • Charities
    • Exempt charities
    • Community interest companies (CICs)/Community Interest Organisations (CIOs)
    • Social enterprises
    • Community benefit societies
  • They meet all the following criteria as demonstrated by submitting additional supporting documents:
    • They are established for charitable, benevolent or philanthropic purposes
    • They have a governing body with at least three members
    • They have a governing document which they can produce
    • They can provide accounts demonstrating good financial health across both of the last two financial years
  • They are a local authority applying as part of a consortium bid.

  Local authorities may include a county council; a district council; a parish council; a combined authority; a London borough council; or another organisation set out in Section 33(1) of the Local Government Act 2003. Schools, libraries and other local authority organisations are encouraged to submit bids in conjunction with their local authority.

  Proposals that are led by local councils should demonstrate that the proposal has been developed with the Windrush generation and their descendants, and local community organisations.

  Consortium bids will be considered.

  Proposals must demonstrate clearly how their project will work with local partners. These might include organisations such as museums, libraries and schools.

  Organisations that do not directly work with Caribbean-heritage groups may still apply, but their applications must be created with, or informed by, the Windrush community and they will need to describe their plans to engage and work with Windrush Communities as part of their application.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Organisations or projects that engage in political or extremist activity or promote partisan political views.
  • Retrospective costs.
  • For-profit activities.
  • Individuals.
  • Projects promoting or providing assistance with applications to the Windrush Compensation Scheme.
  • Projects outside of England.
  • Groups who have received Windrush Day Grant funding more than twice across the years 2021–2025.
  • Bidders seeking grants of more than 50% of their annual turnover.

  Eligible Expenditure

  22 June each year marks National Windrush Day and projects must include a lead event or activity on this date. All other events and activities can take place before 31 July 2026.

  This funding will support organisations to deliver projects which they would otherwise not have been able to deliver.

  Projects will need to demonstrate value for money:

  • Costs should be reasonable and proportionate to the nature of the project outputs/activities, taking into consideration the expected levels of engagement.
  • Where staff costs are included, provide a clear breakdown of reasonable hourly rates, with no more than 25% of the requested amount allocated to staff costs.
  • There should be a clear breakdown of the costs of the project provided and evidence of trying to get the best value from the funding by making it go further, such as by sharing of premises, people and equipment, recruiting volunteers, sourcing match funding, etc..

  Location

  England. Proposals are encouraged from outside London and the South East so that Windrush Day is actively celebrated across England.

  How To Apply

  Guidance notes and the online application form can be found on the Near Neighbours website.

  Applications are accepted from 13 January to 10 February 2026 (23:59).

  Notification of decisions in early May 2026. Funding distributed to projects in May 2026.

  Near Neighbours will be holding the following online bidder workshops:

  • 19 January (12:30 - 13:30)
  • 20 January (18:00 - 19:00)
  • 21 January (10:00 - 11:00)
  • 22 January (17:00 – 18:00)

  Registration is via the Near Neighbours website(External link)

  Contact Near Neighbours for further information.

  Documents & links

  • Near Neighbours - Windrush Day Grant Scheme 2026(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     Near Neighbours
     The Foundry
     17 Oval Way
     Vauxhall
     London
     SE11 5RR
     Email: windrush@nearneighbours.org.uk
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  December 2025 - Funding Opportunities

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  Background

  The Government announced in February 2025 the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) would become the future prevention commissioner for gambling-related harms in England, working alongside appropriate bodies in Scotland and Wales. It also announced a new statutory levy on gambling operators would take effect from 6 April 2025. This levy is expected to raise over £100 million and will be allocated across the three workstreams of research (20%), prevention (30%) and treatment (50%).

  Objectives of Fund

  The key objectives of the Gambling Harms Prevention VCSE Innovation Grant are to:

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  Background

  The Government announced in February 2025 the Office for Health Improvement and Disparities (OHID) would become the future prevention commissioner for gambling-related harms in England, working alongside appropriate bodies in Scotland and Wales. It also announced a new statutory levy on gambling operators would take effect from 6 April 2025. This levy is expected to raise over £100 million and will be allocated across the three workstreams of research (20%), prevention (30%) and treatment (50%).

  Objectives of Fund

  The key objectives of the Gambling Harms Prevention VCSE Innovation Grant are to:

  • Maintain and support sector to deliver on prevention outcomes.
  • Build sector capacity and sustainability free of industry influence.
  • Develop evidence and innovation.
  • Demonstrate strategic responsiveness.

  The funder expects VCSE organisations to be able to apply for three funding strands:

  • Core Prevention Delivery Fund - this will focus on the provision of direct prevention activities to prevent or reduce gambling harms.
  • Innovation and Evidence Fund - funding for new, adapted, or emerging prevention approaches.
  • VCSE Resilience and Systems Capacity Fund - funding support packages to strengthen the VCSE sector’s ability to deliver sustainable prevention activities that reach intended cohorts.

  Value Notes

  A total fund of £30 million.

  Grants are expected to range from £5,000 to £2 million.

  Who Can Apply

  Expressions of Interest will be accepted from voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) sector organisations based and working in England.

  This includes:

  • Registered charities.
  • Community Interest Groups
  • Voluntary groups
  • Social Enterprises
  • Other

  To be eligible, organisations will need to demonstrate the following:

  • That they fall into the defined category of a third sector organisation.
  • That they are intending to carry out a prevention activity under the specified categories
    • Social action
    • Awareness
    • Education
    • Campaign
    • Training
    • Support
    • Affected others
    • Gambling blocking tools
  • That they can provide a theory of change to demonstrate how these services to help Government to build, evidence – based prevention services at scale in future.
  • Applicants will need to demonstrate their commitment to achieving an industry free funding status for the four years leading up until 2030 and will be required to sign a Declaration of Interest agreement provided by Government.
  • That they will share best practice and build partnerships across the sector.
  • How they will build ‘lived experience’ into their plans.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding will support either existing work or new projects/innovation and can cover:

  • Delivery (gambling prevention)
  • Workforce
  • Digital support / data systems
  • Setting up Innovation work
  • Partnership work/networks
  • Other

  Location

  England: locally, regionally or nationally

  How To Apply

  Full details and the Expression of Interest form are available on the Government Grants Service (Find a Grant) website.

  The deadline to submit an Expression of Interest is 9 January 2026 (12 noon).

  Applicants will need to register(External link) on Find a Grant in order to apply for the grant.

  Please note the following timetable is 'indicative' and could change:

  • Competition window opens – 12 January 2026
  • Notification of Grant Awards to successful grant applicants – 16-18 March 2026
  • Payments made – from April 26 2026
  • Date by which funding must be spent – 31 March 2028

  Contact the Cabinet Office (OHID) for further information.

  Documents & links

  • Government Grants Service - Expression of Interest - Gambling Harms Prevention Levy Funding(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. OHID
     Cabinet Office
     70 Whitehall
     London
     SW1A 2AS
     Email: ggms.ohidgamharmprev@cabinetoffice.gov.uk(External link)

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Background

  Grow Wild Community Funding is provided and administered by Grow Wild UK, which is the national outreach learning initiative of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew.

  Grow Wild contributes to Kew's mission to understand and protect plants and fungi for the wellbeing of people and the future of all life on Earth.

  Objectives of Fund

  The funding is for groups across the UK to transform urban spaces for the benefit of people and wildlife through planting and championing UK native plants or fungi.

  The funding is for projects that focus on UK native plants, transform an urban space, enhance the biodiversity of the space with planting and growing as a core activity.

  Projects should be led by groups who care about the environment and will use sustainable materials and practices and have the potential to reach at least 300 people.

  In addition, projects need to work with one or more of Grow Wild’s target audience:

  • Young people aged 12-25.
  • People experiencing some disadvantage or reduced access to services.
  • People who are less engaged with others in their local community.
  • People who face barriers to connecting with nature.
  • Disabled people.

  Project leaders will be invited to share their experiences with other successful groups and attend online events and training facilitated by Grow Wild.

  Value Notes

  Grants of £2,000 are available.

  It is anticipated that around 23 groups from across the UK will receive funding in 2026.

  Grants must be spent by the end of October 2026.

  An opportunity to apply for a £500 follow-on grant for spring 2027, to help support ongoing activities.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Match funding is not required.

  Who Can Apply

  Applications will be accepted from not-for-profit organisations in the UK, including:

  • Constituted voluntary/community organisations, groups or clubs.
  • Charities
  • Not-for-profit companies
  • Community Interest Companies (CICs)
  • Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIOs)
  • Community Benefit Societies

  Groups must:

  • Have two members of staff or volunteers who can liaise with Grow Wild.
  • Be able to deliver and be financially responsible for a community project.
  • Hold a bank account in the name of their group and can show evidence of this to Grow Wild.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Companies that pay profits to directors, shareholders, or members, instead of reinvesting them for charitable purposes.
  • Local authorities, including parish councils, though projects led by independent groups on local authority land can be funded.
  • Unconstituted organisations, groups or clubs.
  • Schools.
  • Projects where Grow Wild funds are to be used for commercial benefit.
  • Sole traders or individuals.
  • Organisations and projects based outside the UK.
  • Organisational costs or staff costs that are not related to the direct delivery of the projects.
  • Projects delivered in rural, conservation or protected areas such as SSSIs.
  • Projects requiring planning permission, due to the programme timelines.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding can cover 100% project-specific costs:

  • This can include seeds, plants, soil, materials, events, workshop charges, specialist experts and contractor costs.
  • Applicants can allocate up to 25% of the Grow Wild funding value towards staff costs related to direct delivery of project activities (this can include workshop preparation and delivery, volunteer support, practical sessions).
  • To pay for individuals not employed by the applicant organisation and partner organisations to deliver project activities.

  Location

  Urban areas across the UK

  How To Apply

  This is an annual grants programme.

  Applications for the 2026 programme are now open with a deadline of 4 February 2026 (15:00).

  Guidance notes and the application form can be found on Grow Wild's website.

  Contact Grow Wild for more information.

  Documents & links

  • Grow Wild - Community Grants(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     Grow Wild
     Tel: 020 8332 3842
     Email: hello@growwilduk.com(External link)

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Background

  BlueSpark Foundation is a registered charity which supports the education and development of children and young people by providing grants for educational, cultural, sporting and other projects.

  Objectives of Fund

  The funding is for relatively small-scale projects, which might not happen at all or would only happen on a lesser scale without the support of BlueSpark.

  The Foundation aims to help children and young people reach their full potential by supporting projects that have the following objectives:

  • Encouraging independence.
  • Developing team working skills.
  • Developing self-confidence.
  • Promoting creativity and individuality.
  • Encouraging aspiration.
  • Enhancing educational achievement.
  • Widening educational horizons.

  Value Notes

  Grants of up to £5,000 are available.

  Awarded grants must constitute a significant proportion of the costs of the project rather than being marginally incremental to its funding.

  Grants will only be awarded for the amount requested in the application and will not be scaled back to a lesser amount.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Match funding is not a prerequisite. However, organisations that can raise part of the cost of a project themselves will be looked upon favourably during the application assessment, particularly where the application is for more than £2,000.

  Who Can Apply

  Schools, community groups, clubs, societies and other not-for-profit organisations based and working in England can apply, as can individuals.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Projects for children or young people under the age of 5 or over the age of 22.
  • Life-skill mentoring services.
  • Counselling services.
  • Holiday clubs or playgroups.
  • Construction, maintenance or repair of buildings or facilities.
  • Training adults who work with children or young people.
  • Student fees or maintenance.
  • Running costs or general activities of an organisation.

  The Foundation do not normally make grants to organisations or individuals in order to enable them to provide their own services (for which they would usually charge) on a free or subsidised basis to a third party.

  Grants will not be made to a single organisation on such a regular basis that they are effectively an income stream for that organisation.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding is for the costs of specific, relatively small-scale projects that might not happen at all or would only happen on a lesser scale without the support of BlueSpark.

  Projects can be educational, cultural, sporting or other activities but particular consideration will be given to those that help the self-confidence, team working skills and future employability of children and young people.

  Projects that the Foundation support include, but are not limited to the following:

  • Academic education.
  • Art and design.
  • Community projects.
  • Debating.
  • Drama.
  • Educational excursions.
  • Enterprise projects.
  • Music.
  • Public speaking.
  • Sport.
  • Vocational training.

  Eligible costs could include:

  • Educational materials.
  • Sports equipment.
  • Musical instruments.
  • IT equipment.
  • Drama tuition.
  • Music tuition.
  • Art and design equipment.
  • Educational training courses.
  • Vocational training courses.
  • Educational excursions.
  • Competitions.
  • Educational events.
  • Seed funding for enterprise projects.
  • Drama production costs.

  Grant applications must state exactly what the grant will be used for, for example:

  • Physical assets (such as tablets, sports equipment, or lighting for stage productions).
  • Services or facilities (such as sports coaching, music or drama tuition).
  • Provision of experiences (such as theatre visits).

  Location

  England

  How To Apply

  Applications can be submitted at any time and are reviewed on a rolling basis at approximately eight week intervals.

  Applications should be submitted using the online application form, which is available on the BlueSpark Foundation website.

  Documents & links

  • BlueSpark Foundation(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     BlueSpark Foundation
     84A Upland Road
     Sutton
     Surrey
     SM2 5JB
     Tel: 020 8661 9997
     Email: contact@bluesparkfoundation.org.uk(External link)

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Background

  Another Way Women’s Foundation (AWWF) is an independent, volunteer-led, grant-making charity dedicated to enabling a brighter and fairer future for women and girls through financial support, education, empowerment and advancement.

  The Foundation supports impactful projects and services with the aim of accelerating gender equality, effecting system change and advancing women’s lives, sustainably, at both an individual and community level.

  Objectives of Fund

  The funding supports sustainable, cooperative, community-led initiatives aimed at the root cause of gender inequality (system change) in under-represented communities and/or under-funded areas.

  The Foundation offers two different grants:

  • Another Way Women's Foundation grants are for any type of project, initiative, service aimed at advancing and empowering women, creating positive social change, sustainably impacting communities, or indeed anything that makes the world a brighter and better place for women and girls.
  • The '£1000 for 1000 words' grants provide 'seed funding' to kick start things on a project or service aimed at advancing women's lives for the better.

  The Foundation has announced that from January 2026, there will be two application windows each year:

  • January will be for GENERAL applications supporting women and girls in any area.
  • September will be for SPECIFIC applications supporting women and girls only in the stated focus area of that year.

  The focus areas will be:

  • September 2026 - Sport and Leisure
  • September 2027 - Environment, Eco and Sustainability
  • September 2028 - The Arts

  Value Notes

  There are two different grants:

  • Another Way Women's Foundation grants of up to £5,000.
  • The '£1000 for 1000 words' grant.

  Who Can Apply

  UK registered charities and other not-for-profit organisations can apply.

  Eligible Expenditure

  All applications must be in line with and supportive of the Foundation’s charitable purpose: to enable a brighter and fairer future for women and girls through financial support, education, empowerment and advancement, and to accelerate gender equality, effect system change and advance women’s lives, sustainably, at both an individual and community level – as well as the Foundation's values and ethos – which are to be empowering and enabling, community- and people-centric, passionate and inspiring, and trusted and respectful.

  The grants typically fall into two areas:

  • Project support – ‘seed’ funding for pilot or start-up initiatives to show ‘proof of concept’, with a view to enabling partner organisations to go on to apply for further/larger grants from other funders to expand/increase the project scope, or to attain self-sustainability for the project.
  • Services support – aid funding to enable support organisation and service providers to pay for essential service delivery.

  Location

  England and Scotland

  How To Apply

  Applications next open on 1 January 2026 and close on 30 January 2026. This round is for general applications supporting women and girls in any area.

  Guidance notes and application forms can be found on the Another Way Women's Foundation website.

  The Foundation aims to respond to all applications to say whether or not they have been successful within four to six weeks of the published closing date.

  Successful applicants can expect to receive funds within two to three weeks from hearing that their application has been awarded.

  Unsuccessful applicants may apply again.

  Contact the Foundation for further information.

  Documents & links

  • Another Way Women's Foundation Funding(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     Another Way Women's Foundation
     Moss House Farm
     Lowes Lane
     Gawsworth
     Macclesfield
     Cheshire
     SK11 9QR
     Tel: 07841975950
     Email: hello@anotherwaywf.org
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  Macmillan Care Grants

  Background

  The Macmillan CARE (Culture • Agency • Respect • Equity) Grants Programme is a pilot programme provided and administered by Macmillan Cancer Support as part of its work to make cancer care better for everyone, no matter who they are or where they live in the UK.

  The programme is designed to test how community-led approaches can tackle deep-rooted unfairness in cancer care. Macmillan believe community organisations understand their communities best and are best placed to drive change. This programme is a first step in the journey to re-imagine how Macmillan funds community-led work. It's a... Continue reading

  
  

  Macmillan Care Grants

  Background

  The Macmillan CARE (Culture • Agency • Respect • Equity) Grants Programme is a pilot programme provided and administered by Macmillan Cancer Support as part of its work to make cancer care better for everyone, no matter who they are or where they live in the UK.

  The programme is designed to test how community-led approaches can tackle deep-rooted unfairness in cancer care. Macmillan believe community organisations understand their communities best and are best placed to drive change. This programme is a first step in the journey to re-imagine how Macmillan funds community-led work. It's a learning opportunity for everyone involved, designed to help Macmillan test new approaches without the pressure of strict targets. Future programmes will build on this learning to support the introduction of larger, longer term funding opportunities.

  Objectives of Fund

  The funding is for community-led projects that challenge the current system and create lasting change for people facing the greatest barriers to care.

  Projects should offer new insights and impact and focus on one of the following three themes:

  • Cultural Responsiveness in Cancer Care - projects that help healthcare services better understand and meet the cultural needs of different communities and remove barriers to person-centred care.
  • Shared Decision-Making - projects that make it easier for people to understand their treatment options, take part in decisions about their cancer care, and reduce unfair differences in how this happens.
  • Dementia-Friendly Cancer Care - projects that support people living with both cancer and dementia, improve their care experience, and help them and their carers take part in treatment decisions.

  Value Notes

  Up to £1.5 million is available for this first round, with grants ranging from £50,000 to £150,000. Grants are for either one or two years.

  Who Can Apply

  Application will be considered from voluntary, community, faith or social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations based in the UK, including:

  • Registered charities
  • Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs)
  • Community Interest Companies (CICs)
  • Companies Limited by Guarantee
  • Faith-based organisations
  • Residents/tenants association and community groups
  • Local sports clubs and Recreational/Social clubs
  • Community benefit societies

  To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be UK based (England, Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland).
  • Have governance appropriate to their size and the grant they are applying for (minimum three unrelated trustees/directors and two unrelated bank signatories)
  • Show experience addressing health inequities or working as a trusted partner with communities facing barriers to cancer care
  • Be able to deliver the project within the grant timeframe (grants are for either one year or two years)
  • Demonstrate community-led, co-designed approaches
  • Show how their project will make a difference for people living with cancer.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Informal support groups without a legal structure (unincorporated groups)
  • Unregistered charities
  • CICs that distribute dividends to private shareholders
  • Individual healthcare professionals
  • NHS trusts or hospitals
  • Local authorities or government bodies
  • Commercial businesses and sole traders
  • Political lobbying
  • Costs that should be covered by statutory funding
  • Retrospective activities
  • Core costs beyond 15% of the project budget
  • Pre-diagnosis cancer care activities

  A full list of restrictions can be found in the information pack.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding is for community-led and co-designed projects that meet at least one of the three key themes and:

  • Are designed by and with the people most affected.
  • Have clear leadership and understand what partnerships are needed for success.
  • Have the capacity to create change with clear goals, good plans and an understanding of the wider context they are operating in.

  Grants will support:

  • Staff and People costs:
    • Salaries for project staff (including recruitment costs)
    • Freelance trainers, facilitators and consultant
    • Fees for experts by experience and community facilitators
    • Training and supervision for project staff
  • Project delivery costs(examples of possible activities):
    • Training design and delivery
    • Reverse mentoring programmes
    • Action research and testing new approaches
    • Awareness-raising or promotional activities that aim to influence change
    • Partnership development with NHS, social care or other organisations
    • Co-design workshops with communities
    • Resource development (materials, tools, accessible formats)
    • Venue hire, equipment hire, refreshments
    • Project overheads (e.g. public liability insurance)
    • Accessibility accommodations (BSL interpreters, transport, etc.)
  • Evaluation and learning costs:
    • Impact assessment tools and data collection
    • Evaluation support (internal or external)
    • Report writing and documentation
    • Peer learning events and networking
    • Conference attendance

  Full details are in the application information pack.

  Location

  UK

  How To Apply

  The deadline for applications is 23 January 2026 (17:00). Decisions are expected in early to mid March 2026.

  All relevant documents and the online eligibility quiz can be found on the Macmillan Cancer Support website.

  Macmillan is providing three information webinars that will cover not only the Macmillan CARE Grant but also other Macmillan grants currently available for community applicants:

  • 2 December 2025 (11:00am – 12:00pm). Registration is required.(External link)
  • 11 December 2025 (18:00 - 19:00) Registration is required(External link)
  • 8 January 2026 (15:30 - 16:30) Registration is required.(External link)

  Pre-application support calls are also available.

  Contact Macmillan Cancer Support for further information.

  Documents & links

  • Macmillan Care Grants(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Macmillan CARE Grants Programme team
     Macmillan Cancer Support
     89 Albert Embankment
     London
     SE1 7UQ
     Tel: 020 7840 7840
     Email: CommunityGrants@macmillan.org.uk(External link)

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Barclays Community Sport Fund - Female Coaches for Girls Fund

  Background

  The Barclays Community Sport Fund, delivered in partnership with Sported, aims to reduce inequalities in sport – with a focus on football, tennis, and cricket.

  The three year funding programme, running from April 2025 to December 2027, will provide £1.4 million each year.

  Objectives of Fund

  The funding supports community groups and grassroots sports organisations who are working within the most deprived areas of the UK and are making sport more accessible to women and girls, as well as engaging people from other under-represented groups including people with disabilities, from racially diverse communities and from the LGBTQ+ community.

  Currently only the Female Coaches for Girls Fund is open for applications with a deadline of 31 December 2025.

  Value Notes

  The programme offers:

  • Female Coaches for Girls Grants to support football, tennis, and cricket coaching courses to help increase the number of female coaches delivering sport to girls. Two coaching grants per club to cover the cost of, or a contribution towards, a Level 1 or equivalent introductory qualification and any additional safeguarding and first aid requirements for the chosen sport. This is to upskill up to two female coaches at the club or group.
    • Level 1 coaching grants: Football - £160 grant; Tennis - £200 grant; Cricket - £200 grant.

  The Fund also offers:

  • Exclusive match tickets, mascot places, and promotional opportunities.
  • Access to advice and support and signposting to training and resource.

  Who Can Apply

  Applications will be accepted from not-for-profit organisations including community groups, youth groups and traditional sports clubs.

  To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Deliver football, cricket, or tennis activities for women and girls – or are applying for funding to start.
  • Operate in an area of high deprivation. The Government Indices of Multiple Deprivation (IMD) are used to establish eligibility and only organisations located in or supporting people from IMD areas 1-3 are eligible to apply.

  Disability applications from groups that sit outside of IMD areas 1-3 will be considered as long as they groups offer activities for women and girls.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Trips abroad.
  • Costs associated with elite football or talent development.
  • Talent development.
  • Schools and other educational institutions. (Charities that support schools may be considered if they are inclusive of young people from the wider community and not just pupils from that school.)
  • School curriculum-based activities.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding is unrestricted and can be used for anything that will support delivery of football, cricket, or tennis activities for women and girls.

  Typical examples of costs might include a contribution towards:

  • Venue hire including floodlights and heating.
  • Coaching costs
  • Volunteer expenses
  • Equipment
  • Kit
  • Marketing and communications
  • Training and qualifications
  • Insurances and affiliation.

  Ideally the funding should be spent within a six month period.

  Location

  UK

  How To Apply

  The female coaches for girls fund remains open until 31 December 2025.

  The FAQs, application guidance, and online application form can be found on the Sported website.

  Groups who are not a Sported member or existing grantee will need to create an account to start their application.

  Please note it is anticipated that the fund will be 'extremely popular' and thus applications may close earlier than the deadline. Groups should apply early to avoid disappointment.

  Contact Sported for further information.

  Documents & links

  • Barclays Community Sport Fund(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Sported Team
     Sported Foundation
     House of Sport (4th Floor)
     190 Great Dover Street
     London
     SE1 4YB
     Tel: 0203 848 4670
     Email: barclays@sported.org.uk(External link)

  Background

  Established in 1960, the Bernard Sunley Foundation is an independent grant-making charity that offers financial assistance to registered charities for a wide range of purposes.

  Objectives of Fund

  The aim of the foundation is to help raise the quality of life in England and Wales, particularly for the young, disadvantaged and older people.

  Value Notes

  The Foundation offers three levels of grants:

  • Large grants of £25,000 and above.
  • Medium grants up to £20,000.
  • Small grants of £5,000 and under.

  Grants are for capital projects of between £10,000 and £5 million.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  The foundation does not offer match funding. Grants are rarely more than 20% of the total budget. The foundation will very rarely fund the full costs (or even 50%) of a project or shortfall as it expects to be one of many contributors to a project.

  Who Can Apply

  Applications will be accepted from the following types of organisations with an annual income of less than £10 million:

  • Charities registered in England and Wales
  • Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs) working in England and Wales
  • Specialist schools
  • Scout and guide groups
  • Housing associations.
  • Cooperatives and community benefit societies registered with the FCA (Financial Conduct Authority).

  Applications are considered from all areas of England and Wales, particularly from rural and isolated communities.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Charities registered outside England or Wales.
  • Community amateur sports clubs (CASCs).
  • Community interest companies (CICs).
  • Unregistered community groups/clubs.
  • Town and parish councils.
  • Churches or other religious bodies with no or limited secular activity.
  • NHS hospitals or charities fundraising on their behalf.
  • Mainstream schools, colleges or universities, or charities fundraising on their behalf.
  • Charities with an annual income of £10 million and over.
  • Charities with an annual income of £1 million and over applying for a project costing less than £100,000. Special Educational Needs schools are excepted.
  • Newly established charities with no previous annual accounts.
  • Charities that have applied to us unsuccessfully within the previous 12 months.
  • Charities applying for a new grant before an existing pledged grant has been paid.
  • Individuals
  • Project costs of over £5 million.
  • Project costs of less than £10,000.
  • Equipment such as IT infrastructure and AV systems, work tools, sports gear, musical instruments etc.
  • Fittings such as electrical appliances and furniture.
  • Church towers, bells or organs.
  • Second hand vehicles.
  • Capital fees – building surveys, planning applications or feasibility studies.
  • Core costs – salaries, running and repair costs, websites and other IT, programmes, rent, utility bills.
  • Heritage or conservation projects with no or limited community benefit.
  • Medical or research medical equipment.
  • Solar panels and/or battery storage (unless it is part of a wider project).

  Following an application, organisations should not reapply for at least 12 months (from the date of the original application).

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding is for one-off capital projects (not running costs) that fit into one of the following themes:

  Community - projects should make a positive contribution to their neighbourhood and create a sense of belonging. These projects provide greater opportunities for families, the elderly, young people and children to get involved in sport and social activities. Churches are considered if their improvements benefit the wider community.

  Community funding areas

  • Churches
  • Community Centres
  • Rescue Services
  • Sport
  • Uniformed Groups
  • Village Halls
  • Youth Clubs

  Health - projects need to provide an excellent standard of care and support in their communities. These include the creation of modern facilities for those suffering from a range of illnesses such as cancer, mental health or neurological conditions. They also include developing amenities such as gardens and outdoor spaces that provide relief and sanctuary for patients, their families and carers.

  Health funding areas

  • Animal Assisted Therapy
  • Cancer
  • Day Services for Disabled
  • Hospices
  • Medical Aid Overseas
  • Mental Health
  • Neurological
  • Residential for Disabled
  • Sight/Hearing Loss

  Social Welfare - funding to assist the most vulnerable in society such as those seeking help with addiction, homelessness, ex-offenders and victims of domestic and sexual abuse.

  Social welfare funding areas

  • Animal Welfare
  • Addiction and Rehabilitation
  • Almshouses
  • Armed Forces and Veterans
  • Domestic and Sexual Abuse
  • Elderly
  • Ex-Offenders
  • Homeless
  • Poverty Relief Overseas
  • Social Enterprises

  Education - funding supports learning experiences and life skills for children and young people, particularly for the disadvantaged, those with disabilities or special needs. There is particular interest in projects that encourage young people to experience the outdoors and to try new pursuits.

  Education funding areas

  • Arts
  • Countryside
  • Literacy
  • Music
  • Outdoor Learning
  • Special Needs Schools/Colleges

  Location

  England and Wales

  How To Apply

  The first step in the application process is to complete the online eligibility check. Those who are successful will be able to access the online application form.

  Large and medium grant applications are considered at the Trustees’ meetings held in March, July and November.

  Small grants are decided by Trustees on a monthly basis.

  Contact the Bernard Sunley Foundation for further information.

  Documents & links

  • Bernard Sunley Foundation - Grant Giving(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     Bernard Sunley Foundation
     Green Park House
     15 Stratton Street
     London
     W1J 8LQ
     Tel: 020 3036 0090
     Email: office@bernardsunley.org

  
  

  
  

  
  
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  Background

  The Kristina Martin Charitable Trust is a registered charity established by the parents of Kristina Martin following their daughter's death in 1965.

  Objectives of Fund

  The current funding round is for the following themes:

  • Breaking the link between homelessness and poor mental health. Priority will be given to those applications that break this link and provide meaningful differences to those affected. This theme is open to UK-registered charities that provide support for housing accommodation for those who are currently homeless and ongoing support for the improvement of their mental health thereafter.
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  Background

  The Kristina Martin Charitable Trust is a registered charity established by the parents of Kristina Martin following their daughter's death in 1965.

  Objectives of Fund

  The current funding round is for the following themes:

  • Breaking the link between homelessness and poor mental health. Priority will be given to those applications that break this link and provide meaningful differences to those affected. This theme is open to UK-registered charities that provide support for housing accommodation for those who are currently homeless and ongoing support for the improvement of their mental health thereafter.
  • Reduction in the effects of social media on mental health. This theme is for UK-registered charities that create significant pathways from online to physical community participation, for example, through volunteering, peer/influencer/educator, or paid work. The communities could operate in local, national, or international settings. There is particular interest in innovative approaches, from long-established or newly formed charities, where young people themselves may drive the charity.
  • Reduction of Social Isolation – This theme is aimed at charities that own or operate a community hub which is used to improve social inclusion, reduce isolation, provide support services and activities that support mental health and loneliness within their community. Priority will be given to applications that demonstrate positive change to service users, engagement of a variety of volunteers, and are driven or supported by young people. Funds can be for a specific project or for core costs, but core costs must relate to a specific activity/service provided.
  • Improving mental health outcomes for children and young people.This theme is for charities that have demonstrable experience improving mental health outcomes for children and young people through projects that:
    • Improve early identification of mental health concerns, thereby facilitating early intervention. This could include, but is not limited to, innovative screening (in line with the channels the service users are comfortable using) and the provision of training and resources for teachers, parents, and community support workers.
    • Improve the provision of resources, activities, and programs to support positive mental health experiences.

  Value Notes

  For this round, there is a total funding budget of £400,000, which will be divided as follows:

  • A total of £100,000 is available for the breaking the link between homelessness and poor mental health theme. The level of the grant will be at the discretion of the trustees.
  • A total of £100,000 is available for the reduction in the effects of social media on mental health theme. Four grants will be awarded, with a maximum grant of £50,000.
  • A total of £100,000 is available for the reduction of social isolation theme. The level of the grant will be at the discretion of the trustees.
  • A total of £100,000 is available for the improving mental health outcomes for children and young people theme. The level of the grant will be at the discretion of the trustees.

  Who Can Apply

  UK-registered charities can apply.

  To be eligible, applicants must have:

  • A written constitution, charitable aims, and impact in local, UK, or international settings.
  • A minimum of three Trustees who are not related.
  • A core focus on supporting mental health and well-being.

  Previous Success

  Examples of previously funded groups include:

  • Campaign Against Living Miserably
  • Child Bereavement Trust
  • Combat Stress
  • Place2Be
  • Rethink Mental Illness
  • Scotty’s Little Soldiers
  • St Clare Hospice
  • West Berks Food Bank
  • Time to Talk West Berkshire
  • The Compassionate Friends

  Location

  UK

  How To Apply

  This fund will open for applications on 24 October 2025 with a deadline on 12 December 2025.

  Please note: The Trust received over 400 applications worth a total of £6.25 million compared with the £240,000 available for distribution in the last grant round.

  Criteria and the application form can be found on the Trust’s website.

  Documents & links

  • The Kristina Martin Charitable Trust(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     Kristina Martin Charitable Trust
     Suite 7
     The Old Town Hall
     Market Place
     Newbury
     Berkshire
     RG14 5AA
     Tel: 01635953437
     Email: info@kmct.org.uk(External link)

  Background

  The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) runs the #iwill Fund to help support the aims of the #iwill movement(External link).

  All the funding for #iwill Fund 2025 - strand 2 comes from The National Lottery Community Fund. Previous strands were funded by both The National Lottery Community Fund and the UK Government Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS).

  Objectives of Fund

  Organisations across England can apply for funding to either deliver youth social action projects directly or take on a funding role - supporting other eligible organisations to do the same.

  This round of funding is especially focused on projects that bring new voices into the social action space - particularly those engaging young people for the first time, led and shaped by young people themselves, and actively challenging negative stereotypes about young people.

  The funding is for work that will:

  • Create opportunities for young people to take social action
  • Help young people get involved, and stay involved as they grow up
  • Reach young people who have not taken part in regular social action activities before
  • Give young people a say in the work being done, and in running the organisation

  The funded work must help achieve one of the NLCF missions:

  • Bring people together and encourage social connections
  • Help children or young people thrive
  • Support of all ages to live healthier lives
  • Support communities to be environmentally sustainable

  Priority will be given to work that supports young people experiencing poverty, disadvantage or discrimination.

  Value Notes

  There is a total of £20 million in funding. NLCF expects to fund 15 to 20 organisations.

  Grants of between £30,000 and £5 million are available and can support projects for up to four years.

  Activities must be completed by 31 March 2030.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Match funding is required. Unlike previous strands, there is no fixed amount and the NLCF is 'happy to discuss how much match funding is reasonable' for the applicant.

  Match funding could be from other fundraising, or money the organisation already has. It could also include ‘in kind’ contributions, for example, donated equipment or people giving their time or expertise for free.

  Who Can Apply

  Applications will be accepted from the following types of organisations:

  • Funders
  • Not-for-profit companies
  • Company and registered charities
  • Charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs)
  • Community interest companies (CICs)
  • Schools (as long as their project benefits and involves the communities around the school)
  • Public bodies (for example, local authorities, town, parish or community councils)
  • Community benefit societies (registered with the Financial Conduct Authority)
  • Co-operative societies (registered with the Financial Conduct Authority).

  Organisations must have at least two board or committee members who are not related. Companies must have at least two directors who are not related.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Unincorporated charities or community groups
  • Individuals or sole traders
  • Organisations based outside the UK
  • Companies that can pay profits to directors, shareholders or members (including companies limited by shares)
  • One organisation applying on behalf of another (unless they are applying together as a partnership)
  • Organisations applying to more than one of our funds for the same work at the same time
  • Retrospective costs.
  • Alcohol.
  • Contingency costs, loans, endowments or interest
  • Buying or doing major development to land or buildings
  • Paying someone else to write their application
  • Fundraising activities (where NLCF funding is used to raise more money)
  • VAT that can be reclaimed
  • Religious activities (religious organisations may apply if their project benefits the wider community and does not include religious content)
  • Statutory activities
  • Activities that help children or young people with their schoolwork during school time
  • Overseas travel
  • Work taking place outside of the UK
  • Activities that make profits for private gain
  • Cash that will be given directly to individuals
  • Political campaigning and lobbying.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The grants will support social action activities that:

  • Are led by young people
  • Are challenging enough to help develop young people’s skills and confidence
  • Improve things they and their community care about
  • Let young people try something new
  • Help young people access other useful services and organisations
  • Can be a regular and meaningful part of a young person’s life
  • Encourage young people to reflect on what they have achieved.

  The funding can be used for:

  • Project delivery and running costs of the funded organisation
  • Equipment
  • One-off events
  • Staff costs
  • Training costs
  • Transport
  • Utilities
  • Volunteer expenses
  • Evaluation costs
  • Minor refurbishments.

  Location

  England

  How To Apply

  Guidelines and the online application form can be found on the National Lottery Community Fund website.

  The deadline for applications is 19 November 2025 (midday) with a decision in 26 weeks.

  Contact the National Lottery Community Fund for further information.

  Documents & links

  • National Lottery Community Fund - #iwill Fund 2025 - strand 2(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     National Lottery Community Fund
     Apex House
     3 Embassy Drive
     Edgbaston
     Birmingham
     B15 1TR
     Tel: 03454 10 20 30
     Email: general.enquiries@tnlcommunityfund.org.uk(External link)

  
  

  Background

  Arnold Clark, the UK’s largest independently owned, family-run car retailer, created the Arnold Clark Community Fund in 2021 to support communities in which it operates.

  Objectives of Fund

  The Arnold Clark Community Fund offers the following support:

  • Cost of Living Support – funding to registered charities and community group that are within a 50-mile radius of an Arnold Clark branch and whose work directly supports those most affected by the cost-of-living crisis, such as foodbanks, accommodation, poverty relief and where people/communities in the UK are the primary and immediate focus of investment. Remains closed but expected to reopen in December 2025.
  • Our Communities Support – funding to projects embedded in the communities in which Arnold Clark operates and is available to organisations who provide services widely accessible to those within Arnold Clark local communities, addressing the needs of those living within them. Open for applications.
  • Gear Up for Sport – 150 sports kits given away each month to support youth sports teams across the UK. Any youth team with up to 30 members aged 4 to 15 years can apply. Remains closed but expected to open in November 2025.

  Value Notes

  Funding is at the discretion of Arnold Clark Community Fund.

  The following one-off grants are available:

  • Community grants up to £1,000.
  • Cost of living grants up to £2,500

  All payments will be made by BACS to a bank account in the organisation's name.

  Who Can Apply

  Applications will be accepted from:

  • UK registered charities
  • Local community groups
  • Social enterprises
  • Community interest companies (CICs)
  • Groups of organisations that are community or voluntary led
  • Charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs)

  To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Have people and communities in the UK as their primary focus of investment
  • Be incorporated in the UK.
  • Have a bank account in the organisation's name.

  Registered charity applicants must provide their charity number, current bank statement and proof of address.

  Applicants from unregistered charities and community groups will be required to provide a bank statement, letter of constitution and a letter from their local councillor/MSP/MP.

  The Cost of Living Support particularly welcomes applications from smaller voluntary and community organisations who are working with those most affected and vulnerable to the increased cost of living.

  Our Communities Support particularly welcome applications from smaller voluntary and community organisations who are working within Arnold Clark local communities.

  Organisations must be based/operate solely in the UK and located within 50 miles of an Arnold Clark branch.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Individuals
  • Sole traders
  • Professional sports teams
  • Organisations operating outside the UK even if registered in the UK.
  • Anyone applying on behalf of an organisation
  • Organisations which generate profits for private distribution
  • Schools, nurseries, colleges (unless this immediately impacts the wider community)
  • Organisations that are asking for funding for private gain.
  • Organisations that do not have a business bank account in their name.
  • Religious activity (unless this immediately impacts the wider community)
  • Projects that benefit an individual rather than the wider community.
  • Animal welfare, though pet welfare costs will be considered.
  • Political activities
  • Grant-giving organisations.
  • Travel applications (can only be accepted if this is for day trips in local community).
  • Organisations applying to use the funding to pay for wages, loan repayments or to pay off debt.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding must be used for charitable or community purposes.

  Projects applying for 'Our Communities Support' need to address one of the following categories:

  • Pet welfare (to help cover costs for pet bills, animal shelters, therapy animals - reviewed on case by case basis.
  • Arts and culture (music, books, art and theatre groups looking for money for transport, resources, venue hire, and special licences at arts and culture.
  • Community enhancement (enhancing community, defib installation and replacements, play parks, community gardens, community galas and events).
  • Disability (sensory group resources, equipment and adaptations, this could be from groups or hospitals, trips for disability groups).
  • Educational training / advancement (extra resources for a PTA, school/education fayre/gala, uniform poverty. Extra curriculum resources).
  • Sustainability enhancements / projects (community clean-ups, recycling programmes, urban gardening, eco-friendly initiatives).
  • Mental health support (local support groups, networks end events that focus on mental wellbeing support).
  • Relief support organisations (emergency service aid, cancer or illness support groups).
  • Equality and diversity (programmes that promote equal access and opportunity, address discrimination and inequality and foster community cohesion).
  • Youth clubs and groups, such as Brownies, Scouts, Guides, Sea Cadets, Cubs, amateur sports teams, dance groups and gymnastics (up to £750 for community trips, clubs costs materials, venue hire, transport).

  Projects must have people/communities in the UK as the primary and immediate focus of investment.

  Applications are also only eligible if they are made by an organisation that is based/operates solely in the UK and is located within 50 miles of an Arnold Clark branch.

  Location

  UK wide - within a 50-mile radius of an Arnold Clark branch

  How To Apply

  Applications are accepted during designated periods throughout the year. The Community Support Fund is currently open for applications.

  Once open, it is recommended that groups apply as early as they can as applications could be paused due to high demand.

  The criteria, faqs, terms and conditions, and application forms are available on the Arnold Clark website.

  Contact the Arnold Clark Community Team for further information.

  Documents & links

  • Arnold Clark Community Fund(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Arnold Clark Community Team
     Arnold Clark
     Email: community.fund@arnoldclark.com
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  September 2025 - Funding Opportunities

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  National Garden Scheme - Community Gardens Grants

  Background

  The Community Gardens Grants scheme was set up in 2011 by the National Garden Scheme and managed in partnership with the Royal Horticultural Society. From 2019 the Award became wholly managed by the National Garden Scheme. In November 2024, the Julia Rausing Trust announce a £1.5 million grant to the National Garden Scheme for the Community Garden Grants programme.

  The Award was set up in memory of Elspeth Thompson, a garden writer and journalist and supporter of the National Garden Scheme who died in 2010.

  Objectives of Fund

  The funding is for... Continue reading

  
  

  National Garden Scheme - Community Gardens Grants

  Background

  The Community Gardens Grants scheme was set up in 2011 by the National Garden Scheme and managed in partnership with the Royal Horticultural Society. From 2019 the Award became wholly managed by the National Garden Scheme. In November 2024, the Julia Rausing Trust announce a £1.5 million grant to the National Garden Scheme for the Community Garden Grants programme.

  The Award was set up in memory of Elspeth Thompson, a garden writer and journalist and supporter of the National Garden Scheme who died in 2010.

  Objectives of Fund

  The funding is for gardening projects carried out within local communities in England, Wales or Northern Ireland.

  The scheme is committed to:

  • Sustainability in gardening so proposals need to demonstrate that they will be using sustainable gardening methods – for instance being as far as possible peat-free.
  • Celebrating biodiversity so projects that encourage biodiversity and wildlife, while not essential, will be a positive.

  Value Notes

  Grants of between £1,500 and £5,000 are available.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Match funding is not a requirement but organisations should state in their application if they have obtained, or are applying for, funding from elsewhere, giving the amount and the source.

  Who Can Apply

  Applicants must be a fully set up community group, registered charity or Community Interest Company (CIC) with a functioning non-personal bank account.

  Previous Success

  Recent grant recipients include:

  • The Fathom Trust used their grant to create an apothecary garden so they could expand upon the social and therapeutic gardening activities already taking place at their hub in the Brecon Beacons. They have partnered with local GP surgeries and accept referrals from mental health teams and charities like Mind.
  • St Peters Community Wellbeing Projects in Bethnal Green, London used their grant to improve their gardening space which supports local elderly and/or vulnerable BAME women through participation in community gardening activities.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Local authorities including parish councils.
  • Schools including pre-schools
  • Volunteer expenses.
  • Salaries or wages.
  • Promotional costs (eg, production or printing of leaflets).
  • Hire of large mechanical tools (eg, large shredder, JCB etc).
  • Transport to visit gardens.
  • Insurance.
  • Educational course fees or training costs.
  • Groups that received a grant the prior year.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding is for the creation of a garden or a similar project (such as an allotment) with horticultural focus for the benefit of the local community.

  The project should aim to bring a community together by creating a space people can share, by the acquisition and sharing of gardening knowledge and skills and by inspiring a love of gardening.

  The funding can be used for a number of things, including but not limited to:

  • Plants and containers
  • Materials for flower or vegetable beds and other hard landscaping
  • Greenhouses, polytunnels and sheds
  • Seating
  • Hand tools and certain garden power tools (eg strimmers)
  • Materials for providing refreshment.

  Location

  England, Wales and Northern Ireland

  How To Apply

  Applications for 2026 Community Garden Grants are now open with a deadline of 20 October 2025 (12 noon).

  The current application guidelines are available on the website of the National Garden Scheme.

  The application process is in two parts.

  • Firstly, there is an initial check on eligibility.
  • The link to the second part will be sent by email.

  Note only the first 300 eligible submissions will be considered for a grant.

  Applicants will be informed whether they have been successful via email in April 2026.

  Contact the National Garden Scheme for further information.

  https://ngs.org.uk/who-we-are/community-garden-grants/(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Cash4Clubs

  Background

  Set up in 2008, Cash4Clubs is a grant programme funded by Flutter UK & Ireland, part of Flutter Entertainment, the global sports betting, gaming and entertainment provider. For this reason, groups must have adult members (18+) in order to be eligible for funding.

  Cash4Clubs is working with Sported, the UK's largest network of community sports groups, to get the funds to the clubs who need it most.

  Objectives of Fund

  The 2025 programme is focused on supporting adult participation in sport. Funding is available to groups that support over 18s only.

  Since Cash4Clubs aims to get vital funds to clubs that need it most, priority will be given to applications from groups working in areas of high deprivation and engaging adults from specific under-represented groups. That means those who:

  • Are supporting adults living in an area of high deprivation. (Using Government Indices of Multiple Deprivation and the Pobal HP Deprivation Index).
  • Increase access to sport for one or more under-represented groups, including women, people from racially diverse communities, people with disabilities and people from the LGBTQ+ community.
  • Encourage adults who would not usually engage in sport to take part. Examples include activities that support physical and mental wellbeing or tackle issues such as loneliness and rural isolation.
  • Address broader social issues for the local community, for example tackling crime and anti-social behaviour or supporting community cohesion.

  Value Notes

  There is a total fund of £500,000 for 2025/26.

  250 unrestricted grants of £2,000 are available (€2000 in Ireland).

  The funding should be spent within a six-month period.

  Who Can Apply

  Applications are accepted from not-for-profit organisations, including charities, community groups and traditional sports clubs.

  To be eligible for funding, applicants must:

  • Be either registered charities or clubs with a structured governance and constitution.
  • Demonstrate that they are using sport for wider social purposes and aiming to increase participation of adults from underrepresented groups. There is particular interest in reaching groups working in areas of higher deprivation.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Organisations who work with young people aged under 18.
  • Projects which are aimed at or support young people aged under 18.
  • Trips abroad.
  • Costs associated with elite sport or talent development.
  • Applications from individuals or organisations/clubs that run junior activities.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding is unrestricted and can be used for anything that will support the organisation to continue and/or grow their sports activities for adults.

  Typical examples of costs might include a contribution towards:

  • Venue hire
  • Utilities such as heating or lighting
  • Coaching costs
  • Volunteer expenses
  • Equipment
  • Kit
  • Marketing and communications
  • Training and qualifications
  • Insurances and affiliations

  Location

  United Kingdom and Ireland

  How To Apply

  Applications will be accepted from 8 September 2025 to 8 December 2025. Notification of decisions by end of January 2026.

  The guidelines and information on the application process are available on the Cash4Clubs website.

  Contact the Sported team for further information.

  Documents & links

  • Cash4Clubs(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Sported team
     Sported Foundation
     House of Sport (4th Floor)
     190 Great Dover Street
     London
     SE1 4YB
     Tel: 0203 848 4670
     Email: grants@sported.org.uk(External link)

  Groundwork Grassroot Grants

  
  

  Background

  The Grassroots Grants Programme is provided by the Postcode Local Trust, Postcode Places Trust, and Postcode Society Trust, and is administered by Groundwork.

  Objectives of Fund

  This fund aims to support flexible, unrestricted grants for small grassroots organisations that are working to make a positive difference in local communities, particularly those working to support marginalised or vulnerable groups.

  Value Notes

  Unrestricted grants of between £500 and £2,000 are available.

  Who Can Apply

  Small, local, constituted voluntary and community organisations, including registered charities, with an annual income of less than £25,000 in the last financial year can apply.

  Community interest companies (CICs) can apply if they have been in operating for two years with an asset lock (schedule one and two only).

  Priority will be given to organisations that meet the following criteria:

  • Funding is for work in communities that rank as being within the top 15% on the English Indices of Deprivation.
  • Organisations that work with and support communities that are classed as marginalised or vulnerable.

  Applicants must provide a copy of their governing document.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Individuals.
  • Community interest companies (CICs) that are less than two years old.
  • Schedule three CICs.
  • For-profit organisations.
  • Non-constituted organisations.
  • Local authorities.
  • Parish/town councils.
  • Schools, academies, nurseries, and preschools.
  • Parent teacher associations (PTAs) and friends of PTA organisations.
  • Colleges/universities.
  • Organisations with solely religious objects in their governing document.
  • Retrospective costs.
  • Political donations.
  • Fundraising activities or challenges.
  • Activities that collect funds for redistribution to other charities or individuals.
  • Overseas appeals.
  • Expeditions or overseas travel.
  • Promotion of a religious or political cause.
  • Activities that the state has a legal obligation to provide.
  • Payment of loans, fines, or penalties.
  • Funding being allocated to the organisation’s reserves.
  • Medical research, clinical treatment, medical staff in a clinical setting where the diagnosis and/or prescribing of clinical advice or medication is taking place, and medical equipment.
  • Animal welfare. However, applications involving animals that focus on the human element, such as therapy animals, may be considered.

  Eligible Expenditure

  Funding is to support the work of groups that provide vital services in their local communities, such as:

  • Access to food or basic essentials.
  • Improvements to local greenspace.
  • Cultural, support, or wellbeing activities.
  • Volunteering opportunities to improve the local environment or support other people.

  Grants are unrestricted, and can be used flexibly for costs such as:

  • Paying staff or volunteer expenses.
  • Costs for equipment or materials.
  • Core, ongoing running costs of the organisation, such as rent, utilities, and other general running costs.
  • Training for staff and volunteers.
  • Consultant time to help develop the organisation or key policies.

  Location

  England.

  How To Apply

  The deadline for applications is 14 October 2025 (noon).

  Guidance notes and an online application form are available from the Groundwork website.

  https://www.groundwork.org.uk/grassroots-grants/(External link)

  Background

  Home Instead Charities were founded by Home Instead, the UK’s leading provider of home care. Their mission is to end loneliness for ageing adults. The organisation exists to bring happiness and joy into the lives of Britain’s ageing population so that ageing adults are thriving, not just surviving.

  Objectives of Fund

  The funding is intended to support local community events that enhance and enrich the lives of people over the age of 55 to combat loneliness and sometimes isolation ensuring they stay fit, active, healthy and connected and contributing to their local communities.

  Value Notes

  There are two levels of funding:

  • Grants of up to £500 for small grass roots organisations.
  • Grants of up to £1,500 for small local registered charities. Larger grants can be considered for exceptional projects.

  The funder will only fully fund a grant request where the applicant holds no more than three months operating costs in reserve. For organisations that have more than this, up to 50% of the project costs will be funded.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Match funding of up to 50% of project costs is required for organisations that have more than three months operating costs in reserve.

  Who Can Apply

  Applications are accepted from small community groups and charities in the UK.

  Priority will be given to applications that have a connection to, and are championed by, a local Home Instead office.

  To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Have a bank account in the same name of the group they are applying for funding under.
  • Have a policy of being open and inclusive of all, irrespective of race, religion, sex or sexual orientation.
  • Show that their group members are over 55 years old or the project for which they seek funding benefits people aged over 55 years.

  Registered charities must be able to attach a copy of their governing documents and their last set of accounts as part of their application.

  Applications will be considered from groups, associations and charities that do not service the over 50s directly but the project they require funding for does, ie, a local school wishes to hold a special afternoon tea for its local care home residents.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Salaries
  • Core/running costs
  • Capital and/or revenue projects
  • Set up costs
  • The same project twice in one year

  Eligible Expenditure

  Grants are for wellbeing activities and projects that benefit people aged over 55 years and reduce social isolation and/or loneliness.

  Funding can be used for:

  • Regular weekly or monthly events and activities such as weekly cinema club, weekly knit and natter or Thursday lunch club.
  • One off activities such as a day trip or a Christmas lunch.
  • Activities such as yoga or a guest speaker for the group such as a local historian.

  Location

  UK

  How To Apply

  There are four application windows per year: January, April, July and October.

  Applications received outside of these windows will not be processed.

  Applications received in:

  • January will be processed and awarded in February
  • April will be processed and awarded in May
  • July will be processed and awarded in August
  • October will be processed and awarded in November.

  Applicants should complete the online form on the Home Instead Charities website. Small registered charities must attach their governing document and last set of accounts to their application.

  Contact Home Instead Charities for further information.

  https://www.homeinstead.co.uk/charities/how-we-do-it/apply-for-a-grant/
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  Grants are available to registered charities who make a positive difference to local communities in England, Scotland or Wales.

  Further details

  Background

  Based in Bradford, the supermarket chain Morrisons established the Morrisons Foundation in 2015 to support local good causes across Great Britain. The Foundation, a charity registered in England, Wales and Scotland, receives its funding from a number of different sources including the proceeds of the sales of carrier bags from its stores.

  The funding is for specific projects which make a difference to people’s lives, with special consideration for vulnerable and disadvantaged groups.

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  Grants are available to registered charities who make a positive difference to local communities in England, Scotland or Wales.

  Further details

  Background

  Based in Bradford, the supermarket chain Morrisons established the Morrisons Foundation in 2015 to support local good causes across Great Britain. The Foundation, a charity registered in England, Wales and Scotland, receives its funding from a number of different sources including the proceeds of the sales of carrier bags from its stores.

  The funding is for specific projects which make a difference to people’s lives, with special consideration for vulnerable and disadvantaged groups.

  Morrisons colleagues act as ambassadors for the Foundation and help to raise awareness at a local level, encourage charities to apply for funding and organise presentations.

  Objectives of Fund

  Projects should address the following criteria:

  • Tackle poverty and social deprivation.
  • Enhance community spaces, facilities and services.
  • Improve health and wellbeing.

  The funding is for specific projects that make a difference to people’s lives, with special consideration for vulnerable and disadvantaged groups.

  Value Notes

  Grants up to £10,000 are available.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Match funding supports the charities that Morrisons colleagues spend their time fundraising for, and provides a cash boost to their efforts. Match funding is limited to two applications per colleague per year.

  Who Can Apply

  UK charities that improve the lives of people and communities in England, Scotland or Wales can apply. To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Be registered with the Charity Commission (England and Wales) or the Office of the Scottish Charity Regulator Scotland (OSCR) for a minimum of one year
  • Have filed their accounts on time and in accordance with the Charity Commission / OSCR requirements.

  Both local and national charities are eligible.

  Charities cannot apply for the same project for a period of 12 months following an unsuccessful request.

  Applications from small charities, those with an income of less than £1 million are prioritised. However, larger charities may apply.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Part-funded projects.
  • CICs and social enterprises.
  • Salaries and other running costs
  • Support of ongoing service delivery
  • Grants, bursaries etc. to individuals
  • Expeditions recreation or overseas travel
  • Fundraising events
  • Work that is primarily the statutory responsibility of public agencies
  • Promotion of religious or political messaging
  • Event sponsorship
  • Advertising, promotion or marketing of events or services
  • Overseas appeals
  • Conferences or seminars
  • Equipment which will be retained by individuals rather than the charity
  • Animal charities, unless the objective is to improve the lives of vulnerable or disadvantaged people
  • Projects being delivered outside England, Scotland or Wales
  • Sports-based charities, unless the objective is to improve the lives of vulnerable or disadvantaged people
  • Projects which could harm the reputation of the Foundation

  Eligible Expenditure

  Capital spend or direct project delivery costs are supported.

  How To Apply

  Applications can be made at any time.

  An online application form is available on the Foundation's website.

  The Foundation aims to respond to completed applications within eight weeks of receipt. Match funding applications are normally processed within six weeks.

  Documents & links

  The Morrisons Foundation(External link)

  Contacts

  Morrison Foundation Making a difference to people's lives(External link)

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  Enquiries
  The Morrisons Foundation
  Hilmore House
  Gain Lane
  Bradford
  West Yorkshire
  BD3 7DL
  Tel: 0845 611 5364
  Email: foundation.enquiries@morrisonsplc.co.uk(External link)

  The Million Hours Fund Opens for Applications (Eligible Areas of England)

  The Million Hours Fund is provided by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and the National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF).

  Reopening after a two-year gap, this third round is offering grants of between £30,000 and £100,000 to provide extra support to young people in areas with higher rates of anti-social behaviour in England.

  The funding will provide extra hours of youth work to give these young people more places to go and positive things to do. The extra hours could be used for things like learning, arts, and playing sports, or for activities like mentoring, and developing social or life skills.

  To be eligible, projects must:

  • Benefit young people aged 10 to 18, or up to 25 if they have special educational needs or disabilities (SEND)
  • Effectively engage with young people at risk of taking part in anti-social behaviour
  • Deliver more hours of youth work than currently provided
  • Involve young people in decisions about the work
  • Deliver youth work that is open to as wide a range of young people as possible.
  • Be run by trusted adults such as qualified youth workers, youth support workers, or experienced volunteers.

  The extra youth work being delivered must help young people:

  • Have improved emotional wellbeing
  • Have improved life and practical skills
  • Feel safer and have access to trusted relationships with adults.

  Organisations can only apply if their work either is in an eligible ward area or will benefit young people living in one or more eligible ward areas. The eligible wards for this round are based on the youth population and levels of antisocial behaviour recorded by the police.

  Most of the funding being requested should be for the direct costs of running extra hours of youth work and can be used for:

  • Staff salaries to deliver this work
  • Volunteer costs to deliver this work
  • Training costs
  • Other direct costs to deliver youth work, like materials, equipment and food
  • The cost of reporting back to NLCF about the funding.

  The funding can also include overheads, such as part of the rent, insurance, part of a salary for someone not directly involved in this work, such as a senior manager or an office admin worker.

  Groups are encouraged to apply as soon as they are ready and not wait for the deadline as the programme may close before the deadline if more applications are received than expected.

  The deadline for applications is 22 October 2025 (12 noon).

  https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/programmes/million-hours(External link)

  
  

  Background

  The Community Grants Programme is provided by Warburtons, a family run bakery business, and is administered on their behalf by Charities Aid Foundation (CAF).

  Objectives of Fund

  The principle aim of this funding is to focus on supporting families that need help the most, in a way which adheres to their principles of transparency, trust and transformation.

  The aim of these small community grants is to support projects, activities and organisations that will be of real direct benefit to families and have a direct and tangible social impact on people’s lives.

  Value Notes

  Community grants of up to and including £400 are available.

  Warburtons has a 'limited amount of money for grant funding and will not be able to support all applications'.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Match funding is not a specified requirement.

  Who Can Apply

  Not-for-profit organisations with charitable purposes that are operating in England, Scotland and Wales are eligible to apply.

  Employees of Warburtons are able to apply on behalf of organisations if they are actively involved with them (e.g. they are a volunteer, trustee, active supporter).

  Location

  England, Scotland and Wales

  Restrictions

  Funding is not available for the following:

  • Individuals
  • Organisations that:
    1. Are not charitable and do not operate on a not-for-profit basis.
    2. Are not based in and working in England, Wales or Scotland.
    3. Discriminate on the basis of race, creed, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, or national origin.
    4. Primarily promote political or religious viewpoints to their beneficiaries.
    5. Primarily focus on animals.
    6. Solely seek support for salaries. However, consideration will be given to funding a proportion of a salary or sessional worker fees where these are directly linked to funded project delivery.
    7. Use funds to make grants, bursaries or financial donations to other organisations or individuals.
    8. Soley seeking to purchase something, (eg, the buying of a building or other significant purchase) other than small items.
    9. Cannot supply appropriate registration and financial documents, bank details and personal details of trustees/directors.
    10. Cannot report back on outcomes.
    11. May be harmful to the Warburtons business.
  • Activities or projects that:
    1. Have a negative impact on the environment.
    2. Benefit Warburtons' commercial business.
    3. Have already taken place.
    4. Are for sponsorship, advertising and promotion alone, which primarily generate commercial returns.
    5. Need raffle prizes.

  Eligible Expenditure

  Funding is available for projects that are working towards one of Warburtons' outcome areas:

  • Health - supporting families to care for each other and lead healthier lives:
    1. Improving physical health
    2. Improving wellbeing
  • Place - supporting families to flourish in communities that are safer, greener and more inclusive:
    1. Making spaces safe and inclusive
    2. Connecting communities with the environment
  • Skills - supporting families to gain useful skills for life and work:
    1. Developing useful life skills
    2. Developing useful skills for employment.

  Grants can be used to cover specific costs that will benefit the cause (e.g. purchasing equipment to support an employability project).

  How To Apply

  Applications are considered quarterly with deadlines in November, February, May and August. Decisions are typically made within six weeks of the deadline.

  Applications are currently being accepted with a deadline of 4 November 2025. Groups can expect a decision by 19 December 2025.

  To access the application form, groups should click on the link on the Financial Giving section of the Warburton website. They will be redirected to the application form hosted by the Charities Aid Foundation (CAF).

  CAF may get in touch with applicants directly to ask for their bank account details and any documents they may need.

  Contact Charities Aid Foundation (CAF) for further information.

  Useful links

  Warburtons
  http://www.warburtons.co.uk/(External link)

  Warburtons - Financial Giving
  https://www.warburtons.co.uk/our-company/sustainability/within-the-community/giving-donating/financial-giving/(External link)

  Addresses and contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this grant locally, please contact the following:

  CAF Grant Making
  

  Charities Aid Foundation (CAF)

  25 Kings Hill Avenue

  Kings Hill

  West Malling

  Kent

  ME19 4TA

  Tel: 03000 123 334

  E-Mail: grantmaking@cafonline.org
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  Arnold Clark Community Fund Opens for Cost of Living Support Applications (GB)

  Arnold Clark, the UK’s largest independently owned, family-run car retailer, has been offering grants to communities in the areas in which it operates since 2021.

  Registered charities and community groups across England, Scotland and Wales can apply now for a grant to support cost of living projects.

  To be eligible, they must be based/operate solely in the UK and located within 50 miles of an Arnold Clark branch.

  Their work must directly support those most affected by the cost-of-living crisis, such as foodbanks, accommodation, poverty relief and where... Continue reading

  
  

  Arnold Clark Community Fund Opens for Cost of Living Support Applications (GB)

  Arnold Clark, the UK’s largest independently owned, family-run car retailer, has been offering grants to communities in the areas in which it operates since 2021.

  Registered charities and community groups across England, Scotland and Wales can apply now for a grant to support cost of living projects.

  To be eligible, they must be based/operate solely in the UK and located within 50 miles of an Arnold Clark branch.

  Their work must directly support those most affected by the cost-of-living crisis, such as foodbanks, accommodation, poverty relief and where people/communities in the UK are the primary and immediate focus of investment.

  Applications are encouraged from smaller voluntary and community organisations who are working with those most affected and vulnerable to the increased cost of living.

  Funding is at the discretion of Arnold Clark Community Fund with a possible maximum grant of £2,500.

  Arnold Clark will contact successful applicants on a weekly basis.

  There are no deadlines for applications. However, it is recommended that groups apply as early as they can as applications could be paused due to high demand.

  • Cost of living grants up to £2,500

  Who Can Apply

  Applications will be accepted from:

  • UK registered charities

  • Local community groups

  • Social enterprises

  • Community interest companies

  • Groups of organisations that are community or voluntary led

  • Charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs)

  To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Have people and communities in the UK as their primary focus of investment

  • Be incorporated in the UK.

  • Have a bank account in the organisation's name.

  Registered charity applicants must provide their charity number, current bank statement and proof of address. 

  Applicants from unregistered charities and community groups will be required to provide a bank statement, letter of constitution and a letter from their local councillor/MSP/MP.

  The Cost of Living Support particularly welcomes applications from smaller voluntary and community organisations who are working with those most affected and vulnerable to the increased cost of living.

  Our Communities Support particularly welcome applications from smaller voluntary and community organisations who are working within our local communities.

  Organisations must be based/operate solely in the UK and located within 50 miles of an Arnold Clark branch.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Individuals

  • Sole traders

  • Professional sports teams

  • Organisations operating in Northern Ireland or Southern Ireland

  • Organisations operating outside the UK even if registered in the UK.

  • Anyone applying on behalf of an organisation

  • Organisations which generate profits for private distribution

  • Schools, nurseries, colleges (unless this immediately impacts the wider community)

  • Organisations that are asking for funding for private gain.

  • Organisations that do not have a business bank account in their name.

  • Religious activity (unless this immediately impacts the wider community)

  • Projects that benefit an individual rather than the wider community.

  • Political activities

  • Grant-giving organisations.

  • Travel applications (can only be accepted if this is for day trips in local community).

  • Organisations applying to use the funding to pay for wages, loan repayments or to pay off debt.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding must be used for charitable or community purposes.

  Projects applying for 'Our Communities Support' must address one of the following categories:

  • Animal welfare (benefiting humans)

  • Arts and culture

  • Community development

  • Disability

  • Education

  • Recreation

  • Relief support

  • Mental health support

  Projects must have people/communities in the UK as the primary and immediate focus of investment.

  Applications are also only eligible if they are made by an organisation that is based/operates solely in the UK and is located within 50 miles of an Arnold Clark branch.

  Location

  England, Scotland, Wales - within a 50-mile radius of an Arnold Clark branch

  How To Apply

  Applications are accepted during designated periods throughout the year. 

  Once open, it is recommended that groups apply as early as they can as applications could be paused due to high demand. 

  Contact the Arnold Clark Community Team for further information.

  The Arnold Clark Community Fund | Arnold Clark(External link)

  Music for All

  Funding for Musical Projects in Deprived or Marginalised Areas in UK

  Music for All, the charity of the UK musical instrument industry, is currently accepting applications for its fourth funding round of 2025.

  Groups, schools, any form of educational establishment, community projects, charities, organisations, companies and individuals that are bringing music to their communities in the UK can apply.

  In this round, grants of up to £2,000 are available to community groups in deprived or marginalised areas within the UK who are providing music making opportunities to:

  • People with physical mobility, coordination and/or accessibility needs.

  • People experiencing mental health challenges and/or are affected by loneliness or isolation.

  • Choral groups (both new and existing).

  • Early years aged children (0 to 4 years)

  In addition, groups can apply for descant recorder pack and music pack to develop music education, suitable for beginners only and includes 'Walking in the Air' sheet music. No cases available.

  Priority will be given to applicants who are most in need of help.

  Decisions are usually conveyed within three months of the application deadline.

  The deadline for applications is noon on 24 September 2025.

  Who Can Apply

  Groups, schools and organisations that are bringing music to their communities in the UK can apply.

  Priority will be given to applicants who are most in need of help.

  Applicants are eligible only if they have been resident in the UK for a minimum of three years and are either a British Citizen or a national of a member state of the European Economic Area, or have been granted leave to enter or remain in the UK for an indefinite period or hold a certificate of right of abode in the UK.

  Applicants will also be required to nominate an independent referee who must complete a witness statement in support of the application.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Retrospective costs.

  • Applicants based outside of the UK.

  • Applicants present in the UK only for education or attending a course of study.

  Eligible Expenditure

  In the current round, support will be available in the following distinct areas:

  • Physical mobility or accessibility needs – grants of up to £2,000 are available to open to community groups in deprived or marginalised areas and developing music education for those living in the area (this includes but is not limited to social infrastructure), providing music making opportunities to those with physical mobility, coordination and/or accessibility needs. Applicants for this award will need to demonstrate how music is used within their project work and where possible, be able to illustrate previous examples of their work as well as illustrate how funds will be used to remove barriers to support music-making for the group.

  • Choral groups – grants of up to £2,000 are available to open to community groups in deprived or marginalised areas and developing music education for those living in the area (this includes but is not limited to social infrastructure), providing music making opportunities to choral groups (both new and existing). Applicants for this award will need to demonstrate how music is used within their project work and where possible, be able to illustrate previous examples of their work as well as illustrate how funds will be used to remove barriers for its participants.

  • Working with groups with mental health challenges and/or affected by loneliness/isolation – grants of up to £2,000 are available to open to community groups in deprived or marginalised areas and developing music education for those living in the area (this includes but is not limited to social infrastructure), providing music making opportunities to those experiencing mental health challenges/affected by loneliness or isolation. Applicants for this award will need to demonstrate how music is used within their project work and where possible, be able to illustrate previous examples of their work as well as illustrate how funds will be used to remove barriers to support music-making for the group.

  • Working with early years aged children (0–4 years) – grants of up to £2,000 are available to open to community groups in deprived or marginalised areas and developing music education for those living in the area (this includes but is not limited to social infrastructure), providing opportunities to make music to children aged between 0–4. Applicants for this award will need to demonstrate how music is used within their project work and where possible, be able to illustrate previous examples of their work as well as illustrate how funds will be used to remove barriers to support music-making for the group. Caring and formal educational settings are considered, and choirs can apply.

  • Descant recorder pack and music pack – awards are open to groups using entry-level descant recorders to support communities in deprived or marginalised areas and develop music education for those living in the area. Suitable for beginners only and includes 'Walking in the Air' sheet music. No cases available. (These disadvantaged communities include but are not limited to social infrastructure). There are up to 60 recorder packs to apply for in this category.

  The main aspects that the trustees look for in an application are:

  • The number of new musicians the project will create and support.

  • The sustainability of the project (to ensure that people are able to continue their musical journeys).

  • Whether there are any other organisations supporting the project that can help with funding, or if funding applications have been made to other charities. (Music for All likes to help as many applicants as it can, so often works with other organisations to enable projects to gain the full support required.)

  How To Apply

  An online application form is available to complete on the Music for All website. It is only available during the open application window.

  The process takes around three months from application to outcome notification.

  Contact Music for All for further information.

  Documents & links

  Music for All(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  Enquiries
  Music for All
  7 Bell Yard
  Lower Ground Floor
  London
  WC2A 2JR
  Tel: 0140 362 8892
  Email: help@musicforall.org.uk(External link)

  Funding for Innovative Projects that Engage the Public on Topic of Dementia

  Alzheimer’s Research UK’s Inspire Fund offers a small number of seed funding grants of up to £5,000 each year to new applicants from across the UK.

  The funding is for projects that meet both of the following core criteria:

  • Engage with underserved audiences on the topic of dementia, such as minority ethnic communities, marginalised or socio-economically disadvantaged people.

  • Build knowledge and understanding about brain health (in the context of dementia risk reduction) and explore ways to encourage behaviour change.

  Projects can use a range of methods to engage with their audience and applicants are encouraged to consider their audience when selecting methods of engagement, to ensure people are able to take part.

  The Fund is open to all. Individuals, organisations and communities with ideas, passion and ability to realise innovative public engagement projects on the topic of dementia can apply. Applications are encouraged from people with a range of backgrounds and expertise – dementia researchers, community groups, artists, creative organisations, and people responsible for cultural spaces such as museums and libraries.

  ARUK encourages collaborative applications, and those that build relationships between communities and researchers.

  For the 2025 round, there is particular interest in proposals led by community groups or organisations, and in receiving applications from:

  • Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.

  • North West England.

  • Yorkshire and North East England.

  • The Midlands.

  • East Anglia.

  Previous Inspire Fund grant recipients can also apply for a follow-on grant of up to £20,000 per project to grow the scale and impact of past projects.

  An online information webinar will be held on 5 August 2025 (12-1pm) to provide more information about the scheme and answer questions. Registration to attend is via the ARUK website.

  The deadline for applications for seed funding grants is 8 September 2025 (5pm).

  Objectives of Fund

  The Inspire Fund provides funding for innovative projects that engage and empower the public by improving understanding of dementia and sharing the benefits of dementia research. The funders aim to create and nurture relationships between communities, researchers, creatives and other potential applicants.

  Projects must engage with underserved audiences on the topic of dementia, such as minority ethnic communities, marginalised or socioeconomically disadvantaged groups.

  For this call, seed funding is available to new grant holders, in grants of up to £5,000 per project.

  Follow on funding grants of up to £20,000 per project will also be available to past Inspire Fund grant holders, to grow the scale and impact of their previous projects. (Previous grant holders interested in follow-on funding should contact the Involvement & Engagement team for further information.)

  Who Can Apply

  Applicants are accepted from individuals, organisations and communities with ideas, passion and ability to realise innovative public engagement projects on the topic of dementia. ARUK is especially interested in proposals led by community groups or organisations.

  Applicants are encouraged to forge links with collaborators or groups to grow the scale of ideas and the impact of the projects.

  The funders are particularly interested in receiving applications from the following regions:

  • Devolved nations – Scotland, Northern Ireland and Wales.

  • North West England.

  • Yorkshire and North East England.

  • The Midlands.

  • East Anglia.

  Restrictions

  Funding is not available for:

  • Projects where research is the primary purpose.

  • Projects that will take place outside of the UK.

  • Projects providing dementia care or other front-line services (including arts therapy).

  • Projects judged to be using the scheme to further the commercial interests of an organisation.

  • Covering the cost of projects that are part of an organisation's usual programme of activities.

  • Costs incurred before your project starts.

  • Loans, investments or capital costs.

  • Emergency, top-up or maintenance funding.

  Eligible Expenditure

  Inspire Fund projects must meet both core criteria:

  • Projects must engage with underserved audiences on the topic of dementia, such as minority ethnic communities, marginalised or socio-economically disadvantaged people.

  • Build knowledge and understanding about brain health (in the context of dementia risk reduction) and explore ways to encourage behaviour change.

  Projects can use a range of methods to engage with their audience and applicants are encouraged to consider their audience when selecting methods of engagement, to ensure people are able to take part.

  The grant is intended to cover:

  • Salaries or fees for people who are essential to the proposal such as project lead, researchers, artists or consultants that aren't already covered by another grant.

  • Participant costs if relevant.

  • Materials and consumables.

  • Equipment that is essential to the project.

  • Production costs, including marketing.

  • Travel and subsistence relevant to the proposal.

  • Room hire.

  • Catering.

  • Accessibility costs (eg BSL translation).

  • Evaluation and dissemination of the work.

  • Contingency (up to 5% of total cost).

  Examples of previously funded projects can be found on the Alzheimer's Research UK website.(External link)

  An online application form is available on the ARUK website.

  The funders will be holding an online information webinar for potential applicants to find out more about the scheme and ask questions on 5 August 2025 (12–1pm). Applicants can sign up to attend on the ARUK website.

  Inspire Fund – public engagement grant - Grant scheme - Alzheimer's Research UK(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  Enquiries
  Alzheimer's Research UK
  3 Riverside
  Granta Park
  Cambridge
  CB21 6AD
  Tel: 0300 111 5555
  Email: engage@alzheimersresearchuk.org(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Greggs Foundation - Community Grants

  
  

  
  

  Maximum value £ 40,000 Application deadline 22/08/202

  
  

  
  

  Grants for core running costs are available to not-for-profit community organisations in Derby, Hull, Coventry, Preston, Belfast, Sefton, Gateshead, South Tyneside, Northumberland, Southwest Birmingham (B45 postcode) for projects tackling social deprivation.

  
  

  
  

  Background

  
  

  
  

  The Greggs Foundation (formerly Greggs Trust), a registered charity, was established in 1987 by the former Chairman of Greggs plc, Ian Gregg. The Foundation aims to put something back into the communities where there are Greggs shops and where customers and employees live.

  
  

  
  

  The former Northeast Core Funding Programme has now been incorporated into the Community Grants Programme. A portion of the funding available as part of the programme will be allocated to supporting organisations in the North East of England to address the lack of funding opportunities available in the past for organisations in the region where Greggs was founded and still retains its headquarters.

  
  

  
  

  Objectives of Fund

  
  

  
  

  The Fund aims to support projects in one or more of the following areas:

  
  

  
  

  • Addressing direct needs in the local community.

  
  

  
  

  • Providing food and support for individuals.

  
  

  
  

  • Reducing social isolation and widening networks.

  
  

  
  

  • Building knowledge, confidence, and opportunities.

  
  

  
  

  Grants of up to £20,000 per year over a period of two years are available.

  
  

  
  

  Who Can Apply

  
  

  
  

  Independent local not-for-profit groups can apply, including:

  
  

  
  

  • Registered charities.

  
  

  
  

  • Constituted groups.

  
  

  
  

  • Not-for-profit companies.

  
  

  
  

  • Community Interest Companies.

  
  

  
  

  • Social enterprises.

  
  

  
  

  For this round of funding, groups must be based in the following areas:

  
  

  
  

  • Derby City Council

  
  

  
  

  • Hull City Council

  
  

  
  

  • Coventry City Council

  
  

  
  

  • Preston City Council

  
  

  
  

  • Belfast City Council area

  
  

  
  

  • Metropolitan Borough of Sefton

  
  

  
  

  • Gateshead

  
  

  
  

  • South Tyneside

  
  

  
  

  • Northumberland

  
  

  
  

  • Southwest Birmingham (B45 postcode)

  
  

  
  

  Groups must have:

  
  

  
  

  • An annual income of between £25,000 and £1 million.

  
  

  
  

  • At least one set of annual accounts, having been delivering services for over a year.

  
  

  
  

  • Free reserves of less than six months' running costs in their last set of accounts which includes reserves groups have decided to allocate but are free to reallocate and does not include fixed assets such as land and buildings.

  
  

  
  

  • A board of at least three unrelated trustees or directors.

  
  

  
  

  • A safeguarding policy in place.

  
  

  
  

  • Public liability insurance.

  
  

  
  

  Restrictions

  
  

  
  

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  
  

  
  

  • Animal charities.

  
  

  
  

  • Friends of associations.

  
  

  
  

  • Branches or federations of national charities.

  
  

  
  

  • Larger organisations with a greater capacity to fundraise.

  
  

  
  

  • Uniformed groups such as scouts, guides and sea cadets.

  
  

  
  

  • Sports clubs and associations.

  
  

  
  

  • Schools or colleges.

  
  

  
  

  • Overseas travel.

  
  

  
  

  • Curricular activities that take place during the school day.

  
  

  
  

  • Religious promotion.

  
  

  
  

  • Research.

  
  

  
  

  • Repayment of loans.

  
  

  
  

  • Purchase of vehicles.

  
  

  
  

  • Equipment for hospitals.

  
  

  
  

  • Major capital projects.

  
  

  
  

  Eligible Expenditure

  
  

  
  

  The funding can be used for core costs, such as:

  
  

  
  

  • Rental costs.

  
  

  
  

  • Utilities.

  
  

  
  

  • Salaries for managers or administrators.

  
  

  
  

  • HMRC costs relating to the core salaries only.

  
  

  
  

  Projects should focus on one or more of the following themes:

  
  

  
  

  • Access to food.

  
  

  
  

  • Improved health and wellbeing.

  
  

  
  

  • Improved inclusion/reduced isolation.

  
  

  
  

  Funding is intended to support one or more of the following outcomes:

  
  

  
  

  • Supporting new and/or improved programmes or services.

  
  

  
  

  • Improving organisational sustainability.

  
  

  
  

  • Increasing the number of beneficiaries reached.

  
  

  
  

  Location

  
  

  
  

  • Derby City Council area.

  
  

  
  

  • Hull City Council area.

  
  

  
  

  • Coventry City Council area.

  
  

  
  

  • Preston City Council area.

  
  

  
  

  • Belfast City Council area.

  
  

  
  

  • Metropolitan Borough of Sefton

  
  

  
  

  • Gateshead

  
  

  
  

  • South Tyneside

  
  

  
  

  • Northumberland

  
  

  
  

  • Southwest Birmingham (B45 postcode)

  
  

  
  

  How To Apply

  
  

  
  

  The deadline for applications is 22 August 2025 (noon).

  
  

  
  

  There are four funding rounds each year.

  
  

  
  

  It is expected that groups will receive a decision within eight weeks of the closing date.

  
  

  
  

  Guidance, FAQs and an online application form are available from the Greggs Foundation website.

  
  

  
  

  Applicants must provide:

  
  

  
  

  • Their latest audited accounts.

  
  

  
  

  • A (budget) for the current financial year.

  
  

  
  

  • A full breakdown of the costs they have applied for.

  
  

  
  

  Contact the Greggs Foundation for further information.

  
  

  
  

  Documents & links

  
  

  
  

  Greggs Foundation - Community Grants(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Contacts

  
  

  
  

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  
  

  
  

  Enquiries
  Greggs Foundation
  Greggs House
  Quorum Business Park
  Newcastle Upon Tyne
  NE12 8BU
  Tel: 0191 212 7626
  Email: grants@greggsfoundation.org.uk(External link)

  
  

  
  

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  Health Protection Community Grants scheme 2025

  Amount : Up to £5000

  Following on from the health protections grants that were offered in 2023 public health is pleased to share that they can offer this scheme again this year.

  The purpose of this grant is to help local community and voluntary groups to raise awareness on the specific health protection topics using methods that are likely to engage with the groups they work with.  

  This scheme offers small sum grants which can be used towards costs incurred from the project. For example, covering the costs of refreshments, printing etc.   

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  Health Protection Community Grants scheme 2025

  Amount : Up to £5000

  Following on from the health protections grants that were offered in 2023 public health is pleased to share that they can offer this scheme again this year.

  The purpose of this grant is to help local community and voluntary groups to raise awareness on the specific health protection topics using methods that are likely to engage with the groups they work with.  

  This scheme offers small sum grants which can be used towards costs incurred from the project. For example, covering the costs of refreshments, printing etc.   

  Applicants must detail how they plan to spend the funding and how the community will benefit from this spend in relation to the subjects.  The Health Protection team will consider each application on a case-by-case basis and contact the applicant with 14 days of applying regarding the status of their application. 

    What are the health protection topics? 

  A limited sum of funding is available to deliver projects to raise awareness on the following Public Health subjects*: 

  • Vaccination (preconception and in pregnancy/ Pre-school and childhood/ Older Adults/ high risk groups) 

  • Sexual Health including safer sex 

  • HIV including promoting Undetectable equals untransmissible (U=U) 

  • Tuberculosis (Active TB/ Latent TB) 

  * across the topics, we will prioritise initiatives that focus on supporting underrepresented groups. 

  We want to give people the opportunity to identify which messages they think would benefit their community and come up with activities they think will get people to engage in the subject.

  Grant applications will be accepted until 31 August 2025 or until the totality of the fund has been allocated. There is an expectation that all funded work should be completed by 31 March 2026.

  For more information on what is involved and how to apply, please visit:

  • Grant Information page(External link)

  • How to apply(External link)

  If anyone has any queries relating to this scheme, the team are happy to discuss this with you,  whether that be to discuss ideas or support with the application form. Please do not hesitate to email  HPTeam@coventry.gov.uk(External link)

  Health Protection Community Grant – Coventry City Council(External link)

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  Rayne Foundation £ 30,000

  Grants are available to charities in the UK working to bring clear and direct benefits to vulnerable and disadvantaged people in its areas of special interest.

  Background

  Lord Rayne, who was Life President of London Merchant Securities plc, established the Rayne Foundation in 1962. The Foundation supports charitable causes that meet new needs and help build bridges to connect people and communities.

  As an independent funder, the Foundation considers an important part of its role is to support work which is untried, tests new approaches but has clear objectives. It favours work which could change the way issues are tackled in society and which could have lessons for others beyond the funded organisation.

  Objectives of Fund

  The Foundation's objective is to contribute to lasting social change by funding creative and collaborative approaches that build and test solutions to some of society’s most difficult challenges. The aim is to support organisations that think differently and enable innovation. This could be through introducing new methods, ideas, or products to improve services and systems.

  The funding is for charitable and not-for-profit organisations across the UK for projects that fall within the foundation's chosen areas of special interest:

  • Quality of life for older people and their carers.

  • Mental health of children and young people.

  • Opportunities for refugees and asylum seekers.

  Grants have typically been £10,000 to £30,000 per year but average grant sizes have been increasing over recent years. The Foundation usually makes multi-year grants.

  Funding can be used for specific project costs, including salaries and a reasonable contribution to overheads and on-costs. Applications for core costs will be considered where an organisation is making a step-change in the way that it works or tackles a particular issue.

  Match Funding Restrictions

  Match funding is required as the Foundation is unlikely to fund a project in full.

  Who Can Apply

  Voluntary, statutory and for-profit organisations (including CICs and CIOs) can apply.

  Organisations should be able to demonstrate:

  • Why the funding is needed.

  • How the funding will be used to unlock and overcome barriers.

  • That they are committing funding and/or support in kind from its own resources proportionate to its capacity.

  Statutory organisations will need to consider how a grant will enable transformation over and above delivering statutory obligations.

  For-profit organisations will need to show that charitable funding is necessary to enable transformative change.

  Statutory and for-profit organisations will be expected to work collaboratively with the voluntary sector.

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Work outside of the Foundation's priority areas for funding.

  • Organisations and work that do not meet the Foundation's funding criteria.

  • Day-to-day running costs of local organisations or buildings.

  • Capital, equipment or vehicle appeal.

  • Medical research.

  • Work exclusively focused on campaigning and lobbying.

  • Retrospective funding.

  • Endowments.

  • Individual use.

  • Organisations working or based outside the UK.

  • Organisations who have applied and been rejected in the past 12 months.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The Rayne Foundation's open grants programme is focused exclusively on its three areas of special interest.

  Children and young people’s improved mental health and wellbeing – the Foundation prioritises work that:

  • Supports early childhood (0-5 years including the perinatal period) with family/carer interventions that aim to reduce the impact of early childhood trauma.

  • Supports the care-experienced, those on the edge of care, or leaving care, with interventions that prioritise improved mental health and wellbeing.

  Applications for creative and artistic approaches to achieving progress in this priority area are also strongly encouraged.

  Refugees and asylum seekers – the Foundation prioritises work that:

  • Creates significant new opportunities relating to employability, entrepreneurial endeavours and personal development for refugees and asylum seekers

  • Supports the mental health of survivors of torture

  
  

  • Open to arts and creative endeavours which actively encourage building community between migrants and the wider community.

  Improved quality of life for people in later life and their carers – the Foundation prioritises work that:

  • Is driven by collaboration in a particular place.

  
  

  • Connects the dots of care provision for people drawing on care in later life and their carers.

  
  

  
  

  • Increases agency, voice and visibility of people in later life and their carers.

  
  

  
  

  • Embeds and sustains creativity and the arts in the delivery of care.

  
  

  
  

  As well as being within one of its three priority areas, the proposed work must meet the following essential criteria:

  
  

  
  

  • Approaches issues differently and enables innovation.

  
  

  
  

  • Has potential for wider application beyond the funded proposal.

  
  

  
  

  • Is informed by direct delivery and has a clear, positive impact on people’s lives.

  
  

  
  

  • Can demonstrate match-funding contributions to the project.

  
  

  
  

  And ideally the following three desirable criteria:

  
  

  
  

  • Enables and encourages collaboration between sectors and silos.

  
  

  
  

  • Develops best practice and captures learnings to share with others.

  
  

  
  

  • Adds to sector expertise and leadership.

  
  

  
  

  How To Apply

  
  

  
  

  
  

  
  

  Applications can be submitted at any time as this is a rolling, open grants programme with no deadlines.

  
  

  
  

  There is a two-stage application process:

  
  

  
  

  • Applicants must first complete the online expression of interest form on the Foundation's website.

  
  

  
  

  • Successful expressions of interest will then be invited to complete a full application.

  
  

  
  

  A typical grant application takes 4–6 months to complete.

  
  

  
  

  Documents & links

  
  

  
  

  Rayne Foundation(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Rayne Foundation UK – Application Guidance(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Contacts

  
  

  
  

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  
  

  
  

  Grants Team
  The Rayne Foundation
  3 Bromley Place
  London
  W1T 6DB
  Tel: 020 7487 9656
  Email: applications@raynefoundation.org.uk(External link)

  
  

  
  

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  Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire Communities Fund

  
  

  
  

  Heart of England Community Foundation

  
  

  
  

  Maximum value

  
  

  
  

  £ 3,000

  
  

  
  

  Grants are available to small local groups for charitable projects in Coventry, Warwickshire and Solihull that help people who are facing some form of disadvantage or social exclusion.

  
  

  
  

  Background

  
  

  
  

  Funding is provided by the Heart of England Community Foundation. Grants are awarded from the earnings of the Foundation's own endowment fund. The programme incorporates the following funds: Solihull Community Fund, The Coventry Building Society Fund and the Warwickshire Community Recycling Scheme.

  
  

  
  

  Objectives of Fund

  
  

  
  

  The Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire Communities Fund aims supports people living in Coventry, Warwickshire, Solihull by funding projects that meet one or more of the following aims:

  
  

  
  

  • Promote health and wellbeing.

  
  

  
  

  • Tackle disadvantage.

  
  

  
  

  • Support local solutions to meet local needs.

  
  

  
  

  • Promote community cohesion.

  
  

  
  

  • Develop sustainable and supportive communities.

  
  

  
  

  Grants of up to £3,000 are available. Funding must be spent within one year.

  
  

  
  

  Who Can Apply

  
  

  
  

  Applications are accepted from:

  
  

  
  

  • Registered charities.

  
  

  
  

  • Constituted community groups.

  
  

  
  

  • Companies limited by guarantee with charitable aims.

  
  

  
  

  • Community interest companies (CICs).

  
  

  
  

  • Co-operatives (registered community benefit societies and registered industrial and provident societies).

  
  

  
  

  • Social enterprises.

  
  

  
  

  To be eligible, applicants must:

  
  

  
  

  • Have an income equal to or less than £500,000, as shown in their most recent annual accounts.

  
  

  
  

  • Have a constitution or governing rules.

  
  

  
  

  • A management committee/board of trustees/board of directors with at least three unrelated people as members.

  
  

  
  

  • A bank account in the name of the organisation with at least two unrelated signatories.

  
  

  
  

  • Safeguarding policy (if working with children or vulnerable adults).

  
  

  
  

  • Equal opportunities policy.

  
  

  
  

  Restrictions

  
  

  
  

  Funding is not available for the following:

  
  

  
  

  • Direct replacement of statutory obligation and public funding.

  
  

  
  

  • Promotion of religious or political activities.

  
  

  
  

  • Groups with significant financial free reserves.

  
  

  
  

  • Retrospective grants.

  
  

  
  

  • Contribution to endowment fund, payment of deficit funding or repayment of loans.

  
  

  
  

  • National charities.

  
  

  
  

  • Overseas travel or expeditions.

  
  

  
  

  • Medical research and equipment for statutory or private healthcare.

  
  

  
  

  • General appeals.

  
  

  
  

  • Animal welfare, unless the project benefits people (eg disabled riding schemes).

  
  

  
  

  • Statutory work in educational institutions.

  
  

  
  

  • Sponsored or fundraising events or groups raising funds to distribute to other causes.

  
  

  
  

  • Schools, churches, parish councils or PTAs, unless community benefit is demonstrated.

  
  

  
  

  • Boxing clubs or associated organisations.

  
  

  
  

  Eligible Expenditure

  
  

  
  

  Grants can be made for a wide range of purposes, examples of which are as follows:

  
  

  
  

  • Start-up costs for new organisations or projects.

  
  

  
  

  • Extension and development of existing projects.

  
  

  
  

  • Pilot projects (to gather research and evidence).

  
  

  
  

  • The purchase of equipment and resources.

  
  

  
  

  How To Apply

  
  

  
  

  Applications can be made at any time.

  
  

  
  

  The application form is available to complete on the Heart of England Community Foundation website.

  
  

  
  

  Available Grants | Heart of England Community Foundation(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Documents & links

  
  

  
  

  Heart of England Community Foundation - Grants(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire Communities Fund(External link)

  
  

  
  

  Contacts

  
  

  
  

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  
  

  
  

  Grants Team
  Heart of England Community Foundation
  c/o Stellantis
  Pinley House
  2 Sunbeam Way
  Coventry
  West Midlands
  CV3 1ND
  Tel: 024 77800 520
  Email: info@heartofenglandcf.co.uk

  
  

  
  
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  Sport England – Movement Fund

  Sport England : Maximum value £ 15,000

  Grants and other resources are available for community groups, local sports clubs and grassroots organisations across England with ideas of how to tackle inequalities and help get more people active.

  The Movement Fund aims to help close the ‘significant activity gap’ between people based on where they live, how affluent they are, their sex, ethnic background or whether they have a disability or long-term health condition.

  The launch coincides with the introduction of Sport England’s new Movement Hub pilot – which aims to make it easier to find... Continue reading

  
  

  
  

  Sport England – Movement Fund

  Sport England : Maximum value £ 15,000

  Grants and other resources are available for community groups, local sports clubs and grassroots organisations across England with ideas of how to tackle inequalities and help get more people active.

  The Movement Fund aims to help close the ‘significant activity gap’ between people based on where they live, how affluent they are, their sex, ethnic background or whether they have a disability or long-term health condition.

  The launch coincides with the introduction of Sport England’s new Movement Hub pilot – which aims to make it easier to find existing tools and resources.

  
  

  Objectives of Fund

  The funding aims to get more people active and increase sports participation across England.

  Priority will be given to projects where there is the most need.

  There is particular interest in projects providing opportunities for groups facing barriers to activity, such as:

  • People living on low incomes.
  • Disabled people or those with long-term health conditions.
  • Older people.
  • People from culturally diverse communities.
  • Pregnant women and parents with very young children.
  • Girls aged 5-16.
  • LGBTQ+ people.
  • People who are in foster care.
  • People who provide care without pay.

  And in projects that address combined hurdles, such as people with long-term health conditions alongside caring responsibilities.

  Priority will be given to projects in communities where there is a greater need.

  Grants of between £300 and £15,000 are available.

  Who Can Apply

  Not-for-profit organisations working with people living in England can apply.

  To be eligible, organisations must:

  • Be formally constituted with a clear purpose.
  • Have at least three non-related trustees or directors who do not live together.
  • Ensure decision making and voting rights are equally distributed between their trustees or directors.
  • Meet Sport England’s Tier 1 Governance Code requirements (if applying for more than £10,000).

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • People living outside of England (costs for activities involving participants living outside England).
  • Activities linked to statutory duties (costs for activities that are statutory responsibilities, such as funding activities that schools are already required to deliver, like PE classes).
  • Projects for private gain.
  • Organisations that will redistribute Sport England grants to others.
  • Duplicate funding (costs already covered by another source of funding)
  • High-risk sports and activities (the exception might be for recognised sports where the organisation/coaches are affiliated with the relevant national governing body).
  • General running or existing staff costs (costs for general running of the organisation or existing staff).
  • Recoverable VAT
  • Retrospective funding.
  • Children under five years old (projects focused solely on children under five are not eligible for funding. However projects may be eligible where children under five are part of a larger project where the majority of beneficiaries are over the age of five).
  • Football Foundation projects.
  • Artistic dance activities (artistic dance activities where the main purpose is for artistic or performance purposes will not be supported; however, if they may be considered if the focus is on getting people active).
  • Projects with distant start dates (projects need to start within six months of the funding award confirmation)
  • Project which will not be within 12 months of starting.

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding is intended for local not-for-profit groups and organisations whose projects promote physical activity, including active travel, walking, cycling, dance, fitness and sporting activities.

  The funding could cover, for example:

  • Equipment: support purchasing new or improved equipment that’s required for the delivery of the activity.
  • Refurbishing or upgrading facilities: support to improve or create spaces that can provide opportunities to get more people active.
  • Developing new capabilities and leadership skills: providing formal training for staff and volunteers to improve their skills and leadership abilities to help improve how the group tackles inequalities and gets more people active.
  • Delivery costs: paying for the people and facilities needed to deliver the project, where these are new costs to the project.
  • Emergency relief: helping with costs during a crisis, like damage from extreme weather, that could not have been avoided or insured.

  Projects and activities need to address Sport England’s four ambitions:

  • Encouraging positive experiences of sport and physical activity.
  • Involving the community in planning and delivery.
  • Prioritising environmental sustainability.
  • A good use of public money.

  How To Apply

  Documents & links

  • Sport England - Movement Fund(External link)
  • https://www.sportengland.org/funding-and-campaigns/our-funding/movement-fund(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  
  

  Funding Helpline
  Sport England
  SportPark
  3 Oakwood Drive
  Loughborough
  Leicestershire
  LE11 3QF
  Tel: 0345 8508 508
  Email: funding@sportengland.org(External link)

  
  

  
  

  WCIT – IT4Good Grant Programme

  Maximum value £ 15,000

  Application deadline 18/08/2025

  Grants are available for not-for-profit organisations across the UK to deliver IT projects and activities that support the themes of education, inclusion, IT for charities, and understanding of IT.

  
  

  Objectives of Fund

  This fund aims to support IT projects and activities that relate to one or more of the following priority areas:

  • Education.
  • Inclusion.
  • Tech for charities.
  • Public understanding of Technology.

  
  

  Value Notes

  Grants over £15,000 may be considered in exceptional circumstances.

  
  

  Who Can Apply

  Registered charities and organisatoins with a formal not-for-profit constitution, such as community interest companies (CICs), can apply.

  Applicants must provide:

  • A document proving charitable state.
  • A copy of their most recent audited annual accounts.
  • A copy of their current safeguarding policy
  • A copy of their Person with Significant Control Register (for CICs and companies limited by guarantee).

  Applicants for grants over £5,000 and less than £15,000 must also provide contact details of an external referee who can provide a reference on the charity’s effective project or service delivery. This contact must be external to the organisation and be happy to be named. They should not be related to any applicant staff or volunteer.

  Applicants for grants over £15,000 must also provide:

  • Their most recent annual report or minutes of AGM. If the organisation is new, the minutes from the meeting when the constitution was formally adopted are acceptable.
  • Contact details of two external referees who can provide a reference on the charity's effective project or service delivery. The contacts must be external to the organisation and be happy to be named. They should not be related to any applicant staff or volunteer.

  
  

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Individuals.
  • Private companies.
  • Start-up organisations that are less than a year old, or with no income or accounts.
  • Organisations with an annual income or reserves of over £1 million.
  • Commercially available off-the-shelf products for staff use.
  • Apps or websites for income generation or staff administration.
  • Networking or telephony costs.
  • Existing projects or services.
  • Projects benefitting fewer than 25 people directly.
  • Projects where the service cost per beneficiary is over £300.
  • The financial request is less than 25% of the entire project budget.
  • Schools (other than existing partner schools).
  • Core running costs.
  • Political or lobbying work.
  • Local authorities or councils.
  • Loans/debt repayments.
  • Retrospective costs.
  • Consultancy costs.
  • Projects that seek to build an endowment.
  • Large national charities.
  • Projects whose beneficiaries are abroad.

  Eligible Expenditure

  Projects that are more likely to be funded include:

  • The development and delivery of new services, solutions, training, apps, analytics, AI, robotics, or accessibility features/hardware.
  • Projects where WCIT is a material or sole funder.
  • Projects where WCIT is the sole funder of the IT component of a larger project.
  • Organisations that could benefit from pro-bono support.

  Proposed projects should demonstrate an innovative use of IT, be scalable for wider replication, and be sustainable over time.

  How To Apply

  Guidance notes and an online grants portal are available from the WCIT Charity website.

  Documents & links to apply online

  • WCIT Charity(External link)
  • Home - WCIT Charity(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     WCIT
     39a Bartholomew Close
     London
     EC1A 7JN
     Email: charity@wcit.org.uk(External link)

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  Rosa - Rise Fund

  Maximum value £ 40,000

  Application deadline 23/06/2025

  A limited number of grants are available to support organisational development for Black and minoritised-led women’s and girls’ organisations in the UK so that they are in a stronger position to survive, thrive and grow into the future.

  Background

  Rosa, a registered charity, was launched in June 2008, following more than a decade of research and development in response to a need for greater recognition and financial support for women's organisations and projects supporting women in the UK.

  The first round of the Rise Fund was in 2022. It funded 35 organisations, with 12,451 women and girls supported.

  
  

  Objectives of Fund

  The Rise Fund aims to achieve the following outcomes:

  • Women and girls will be supported by women’s and girls’ organisations led by and for Black and racially minoritised women, ensuring women and girls can be safe, healthy and equal.
  • Women’s and girls’ organisations will be empowered and strengthened, meaning that they will be in a stronger position to survive, thrive and grow into the future.

  The funding is for organisational development work relating to areas such as strategy, governance, leadership, alliances and partnerships, funding, demonstrating impact and systems and processes.

  This means organisations will be able to report one or more of these changes:

  • A clearer strategy.
  • More effective governance.
  • More effective leadership.
  • A stronger voice within the women’s movement.
  • Stronger alliances with other women’s organisations.
  • More able to attract funding from other sources.
  • More able to demonstrate the impact of their work.
  • More effective systems and processes.

  
  

  Value Notes

  Two-year grants of between £10,000 (£5,000 per year) and £40,000 (£20,000 per year) are available.

  The grant will be paid in two instalments:

  • 50% of the grant will be paid in December 2025, after receipt of the signed grant agreement.
  • 50% of the grant will be paid in December 2026.

  The grant should be spent by December 2027.

  
  

  Who Can Apply

  Applications will be accepted from not-for-profit organisations run by, for and with Black and minoritised women and girls in the UK, including:

  • Registered charity
  • Community Interest Company (CIC) limited by guarantee.
  • Company limited by guarantee.
  • Constituted community organisation.
  • Charitable incorporated organisation (CIO)/Scottish charitable incorporated organisation (SCIO).
  • Industrial and provident community benefit society

  To be eligible, applicants must:

  • Have the principal objective of working with and for Black and minoritised women and/or girls.
  • Have Black and minoritised women and/or girls as the majority of their beneficiaries both now and in the future.
  • Have at least 75% of their senior management team and trustees/governing body as Black and minoritised women and/or girls.
  • Ensure their activities are charitable, legal and for the benefit of Black and minoritised women and/or girls.
  • Have an income of between £30,000 and £300,000 from their last set of annual accounts.
  • Have unrestricted reserves of no more than 12 months expenditure.
  • Have a written governing document, e.g. a constitution or set of rules.
  • Have a governing body with at least three unrelated members.
  • Have a UK-based bank or building society account in the name of the organisation, with at least two unrelated signatories.
  • Have an appropriate safeguarding policy in place (every organisation that delivers charitable activities has a duty to safeguard volunteers, staff members, participants and donors).
  • Deliver all their work in one or more of the four UK Nations: England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland.

  Priority will be given to organisations led by and for Black and racially minoritised women, which are also:

  • Operating in the top 20% of the most disadvantaged areas in the UK-based on the Indices of Multiple Deprivation (IMD);
  • Based in Scotland, Wales or Northern Ireland;
  • Led by and for disabled women and girls;
  • Led by and for LGBTQ+ women and girls.

  
  

  Organisations which meet more than one of the above priorities will be given higher priority than those that meet one priority.

  Rosa is especially keen to fund organisations which are created from and connected to the communities they serve, designing their services based on direct, lived experience and involving their beneficiaries in decision-making.

  In addition, organisations that have not previously been funded by Rise Fund will be prioritised

  
  

  Restrictions

  The following are not eligible for funding:

  • Organisations that do not meet the eligibility criteria including Rosa’s definition of a women’s and/or girls’ organisation led by, for and with Black and racially minoritised women
  • Responsibilities of statutory agencies
  • Profit-making work
  • Party political activity
  • Activities promoting religious beliefs
  • Work outside the UK
  • Applications from individuals
  • Overseas travel
  • Interest payments on loans
  • Building purchase
  • Costs that have already been incurred (‘retrospective costs’).

  
  

  Eligible Expenditure

  The funding is for organisational development work relating to areas such as strategy, governance, leadership, alliances and partnerships, funding, demonstrating impact and systems and processes.

  The grants can be used for the following:

  • Direct staff costs
  • Associated staff costs
  • Volunteer costs
  • General running costs, which could include rent, utility costs, insurances and any other costs related to the day to day running of the organisation. Up to 25% of the total request can be general running costs.

  
  

  How To Apply

  Applications are now open with a deadline of 23 June 2025 (16:00).

  Guidance notes and the online forms can be found on Rosa's website.

  The application process has two steps:

  • Registration form and eligibility check.
  • Application form.

  Rosa will be hosting ‘How to Apply’ webinars to help applicants develop their applications:

  • 5 June (12:00 to 13:00)
  • 10 June (16:30 to 17:30)

  The registration links can be found on Rosa's website.

  Contact Rosa for further information.

  
  

  Documents & links

  • Rosa - Rise Fund(External link)
  • The 2025 Rosa Rise Fund - Rosa(External link)

  Contacts

  For further information on how to obtain this fund, please contact the following:

  1. Enquiries
     Rosa
     c/o Sayer Vincent
     110 Golden Lane
     London
     EC1Y 0TG
     Email: grants@rosauk.org