Cumberland and Westmorland Herald Fund

Funding

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Deadline

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Location

North West England

Applications

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Overview

Grants to organisations benefiting people living in the Cumberland & Westmorland Herald’s main circulation area, including Penrith, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Kirkby Stephen and Alston for initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, and help people reach their potential, or for projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. Donor Cumberland & Westmorland Herald Limited Who can apply? • charitable not-for-profit organisations benefiting people living in the Cumberland & Westmorland Herald’s main circulation area, including Penrith, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Kirkby Stephen and Alston Examples of projects supported: • riding workshops and sessions for the disabled • improvement of community buildings • exercise classes for older people • camping equipment for a young people’s group • sporting activities for the disabled What the fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions • individuals How much can you apply for? Grants will normally be £2,000 or less over one year. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here If you would like further information about this fund please contact: Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or email lisa@cumbriafoundation.org

Requirements to check

• charitable not-for-profit organisations benefiting people living in the Cumberland & Westmorland Herald’s main circulation area, including Penrith, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Kirkby Stephen and Alston

This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.

Funder track record
Last published award 2023

Awards published

338

Typical award

£3,000

Most awards

£1,000 to £8,060

Most funded region

North West

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Last updated: 4 October 2026