cardfactory Foundation Community Fund

The cardfactory Foundation Community Fund gives fixed grants of £10,000 to UK registered charities. It supports charities working with families in financial hardship, people in crisis, and vulnerable children and young people aged 0 to 25. The funding is unrestricted, so you can use it where your charity needs it most. You must be a registered charity with an annual income under £3 million and have been operating for at least 18 months. The deadline to apply is 3 July 2026.

This fund is for UK registered charities based or working in England or the West Midlands. You must have an annual income under £3 million and have been actively running for at least 18 months. Your work must focus on families in financial hardship, crisis support, or vulnerable children and young people aged 0 to 25.

The cardfactory Foundation Community Fund provides fixed grants of £10,000 to UK registered charities working in one or more of the Foundation's priority areas: families experiencing financial disadvantage, hardship and crisis support, and vulnerable children and young people aged 0–25. The fund aims to address immediate needs while helping communities build long-term stability and resilience. Unrestricted funding is available for charities to use where it is most needed.

Apply directly through the cardfactory Foundation. You will need your charity registration number and evidence that you meet the eligibility criteria. Check the Foundation's website for the application form and any further steps.