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Cumbria Community Foundation Grants

Cumbria Community Foundation has 84 open funds listed here, none of them with a fixed deadline.

Checked daily. Last updated 12 November 2026.

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

Contains data from 360Giving publishers, used under open licence.

What Cumbria Community Foundation funds

Counted across the 84 open funds on this page.

Charities & Non-Profit (84)Health & Social Work (60)Education (30)Other Services (17)Arts, Entertainment & Recreation (16)Environment & Conservation (11)

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Alston Moor Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Health & Social Work, Environment & Conservation

Cumbria Community Foundation's Alston Moor Community Fund gives grants of normally up to £2,000 to charitable, not-for-profit groups for work in the civil parish of Alston Moor. The money comes from an anonymous donor. It covers initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help people reach their potential. It also covers projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action in Alston Moor. The Foundation lists four example project types: community events and festivals, improvement to community facilities, arts and culture programmes, and community development and sustainability. Individuals cannot apply. The Foundation's normal exclusions also apply on top of that. The funder's website gives no deadline, so check with the Foundation before you start. Applications go through the Foundation's online application portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Lisa Blackwell takes questions on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Amentum Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation distributes the Amentum Grassroots Fund, which gives charitable and not-for-profit organisations in the former local authority areas of Allerdale and Copeland grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year. Amentum is the donor. The money goes to initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. The funder lists these examples: an outdoor climbing prism for a community pre-school, tools and equipment for Men in Sheds, drama workshops for young people, healthy eating sessions for young people, and turning a gardening space into a "science zone" for young children. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website gives no deadline. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step help guide is available. Questions can go to Annalee Holliday on 01900 825760 or grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Ullswater Trust Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable and not-for-profit organisations in the former local authority area of Eden, particularly Ullswater and Penrith. Projects should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. An anonymous donor provides the money. The funder lists these example projects: refurbishing a community centre training room, respite for young carers, a disabled toilet and kitchen unit for a community centre, and playground equipment. Individuals and Scout trips are excluded, along with the foundation's normal exclusions. The funder's website gives no deadline. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Questions go to Lisa Blackwell on 01900 820 828 or grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Genesis Homes Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £3,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

Genesis Homes, a Penrith homebuilder, pays for the fund, which began in 2022. The funder's website lists no deadline. Named areas are Seaton, Carlisle, Penrith, Kendal, Halton and Kirkby Lonsdale. Grants of normally up to £3,000 over one year go to charitable, not-for-profit organisations near Genesis Homes developments in Cumbria. Priority goes to projects for children and families in need of extra support, people facing challenges, older people, health and wellbeing, and stronger communities. Past projects include environmental improvements to community spaces, sports training equipment, and work with young people on leadership and entrepreneurship. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. Applications are considered case by case and go through the foundation's online portal.

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Westmorland Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

£500 - £10,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Westmorland Community Fund, which gives grants of £500 to £10,000 to community groups in Appleby-in-Westmorland, Brough, Kirkby Stephen, Penrith, Stainton, Shap, Tebay and Kendal. The Dunning Family of Westmorland Ltd set it up in 2009. It backs projects in the communities where Westmorland Ltd colleagues live. Applications are open and no closing date is given. Eligible groups support young people and their skills, manage facilities such as community halls and youth clubs, or provide community-based services. Examples the funder lists include a skills training programme for young people, mental health workshops with peer support, a community building renovation, a weekly youth club and an enterprise project with mentoring. Priority goes to projects that improve mental health and wellbeing or have potential to grow and leave a legacy. Multi-year grants are considered only where projects show strong potential to grow. Individuals, sports clubs, trips and nature projects are excluded.

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Cumberland Educational Foundation Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Education, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants to individuals under 25 and to charitable, not-for-profit organisations for the education of young people who need financial help. The young person must live, or have parents who live, in the former county of Cumberland: Allerdale, Copeland, Carlisle and the northern part of Eden. Individuals can normally get up to £2,000 over one year. Organisations can normally get up to £5,000 over one year. Multiple-year funding may be considered. The funder lists no deadline on its page. Projects it has supported include kit and training costs for an aspiring athlete, course costs such as books, computer equipment and travel, and theatre workshops for young people. It has also backed a voucher scheme for training and technical courses for young farmers. Household income is considered when individual applications are assessed. All applications go through the foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Questions go to Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 825760.

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Cumbria Industries Amenities Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations that support people with disabilities in the Carlisle area. No deadline is listed on the funder's website. Priority goes to two kinds of project: activities and equipment for disabled people in Carlisle, and vocational work and training for disabled people in Carlisle. Examples the Foundation lists are cookery lessons for people with learning difficulties, accredited training for people with disabilities and an active sports development programme. The fund began to help workers at the Workshops for the Blind in Carlisle. Its terms were widened in the 1980s to cover all disabilities. Cumbria County Council moved it to the Foundation in 2008. Individuals cannot apply. The Foundation's normal exclusions also apply. Applications go through the Foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Sarah Thompson answers questions on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Disability Fund for Cumbria

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of up to £1,000 to individuals and up to £10,000 to organisations for practical work that helps disabled people into employment. Both figures are normal limits for one year. The fund was set up after Disability association Carlisle & Eden (DaCE) closed. Individuals can ask for specialist equipment or training that supports their work, and the foundation considers household income when it assesses their application. Charitable and not-for-profit organisations can also apply. The funder lists these examples of projects it has supported: a job coach and work experience, employment support opportunities, and specialist equipment or training. Priority goes to work that helps disabled people become as independent as possible. It also goes to local organisations that employ disabled people, or where a significant proportion of trustees are disabled people. Medical equipment for general health purposes is excluded, as are the foundation's normal exclusions. The funder's website gives no closing date. Applications go through the foundation's online portal.

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Workington (Ashfield) Lawn Tennis Club Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £4,500Charities & Non-Profit, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

This fund from Cumbria Community Foundation helps organisations provide tennis coaching to young people in the former local authority area of Allerdale. The money comes from a private organisation donor. You can use a grant for the cost of employing a tennis coach. It can also cover facility hire, so young people have somewhere to learn to play. Competition-related costs are included too, such as referee fees and trophies. The fund suits charitable, not-for-profit organisations that promote or enable tennis coaching for young people. Priority goes to coaching that benefits young people who live in Workington and Maryport. If your project reaches young people in those towns, say so clearly in your application. Grants will normally be up to £4,500 over one year. That is the usual ceiling, so plan your costs with it in mind and focus on the coaching, hire or competition costs you need most. Because the grant covers one year, think about what your coaching programme will look like over that period. All applications are now made through the foundation's online application portal. A step-by-step portal help guide is available on the fund page if you want to see how it works before you start. For questions about the fund, you can contact Annalee Holliday, Head of Grants Practice and Programmes, on 01900 820824 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/workington-ashfield-lawn-tennis-club-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Rowan Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation's Rowan Community First Fund gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations. The funder's website names the Eden area as a priority for groups based there. No deadline is stated on the funder's website. The money goes to work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential. It also covers projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. An anonymous donor funds it. Priority goes to projects that support the education of children and young people, give training to help people back into employment, or help older people stay socially connected. Past projects include computer classes for adults, drop-in clubs for older people in rural areas, activities and running costs for a youth organisation, and nursery provision that let parents return to work. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. Applications go through the online portal. Lisa Blackwell handles questions on 01900 825760.

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Joyce Wilkinson Charitable Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Funding amount not listedCharities & Non-Profit

The Joyce Wilkinson Charitable Trust Fund gives grants to organisations that run charitable activities in or close to the parishes of Rosley and Westward, Wigton and Aspatria in North Cumbria. Cumbria Community Foundation runs the fund together with the Trustees of the Joyce Wilkinson Trust. Joyce Wilkinson lived in Rosley and Westward all her life and did a lot of work for her community. She left much of her estate to support charitable activities in and around her home. Charitable, not-for-profit organisations can apply. Priority goes to groups that help people, particularly older adults, children and young people. It also goes to groups that manage village facilities such as halls, play areas and schools, and to those that operate in or close to the four named areas. Projects supported so far include local play groups and nurseries, refurbishment and equipment for village halls and community buildings, youth group activities and equipment, and a local support group for people affected by heart conditions and strokes. There is no minimum or maximum grant. Each application is judged on its merits, in particular how close you are to Rosley and Westward. That is the main thing to bear in mind before you apply. All applications are made through the Foundation's online portal, and the page gives a step-by-step help guide. The page does not give a closing date. If you have questions, you can call Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 512395. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/joyce-wilkinson-trust-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Jeffrey Bond Memorial Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Environment & Conservation

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit groups for nature conservation and environmental projects in Cumbria. The money comes from the Jeffrey Bond Legacy Gift. No deadline is listed on the funder's website. Projects that involve volunteers get priority. The foundation lists these examples of work it has supported: habitat creation and restoration, species conservation, repairing and maintaining upland paths, hedge restoration and wildflower planting schemes. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so check them before you start. All applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step portal help guide is available on the fund page. For questions about the fund, contact Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Roselands Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Roselands Trust Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £5,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations in the former local authority areas of Eden and South Lakeland. Projects must support people who live with a disability, or older adults or people with disabilities or learning difficulties. The donor is the Roselands Trust. The funder's website gives no deadline and no minimum award. Examples it lists include exercise sessions for adults with physical and learning disabilities, electrically assisted tricycles for older people with disabilities, and sailing sessions for a group of adults and children with visual impairments. Dementia group activities and village hall or community group projects are also listed. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions apply on top of that. All applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step help guide is on the fund page. For questions, contact Sarah Thompson on 01900 820 821 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Thomas Graham Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Thomas Graham Grassroots Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to voluntary-led groups and organisations in Carlisle and West Cumbria. Projects must involve sport and young people. The donor is Thomas Graham & Sons Limited. Charitable and not-for-profit organisations can apply. Individuals cannot. The funder lists three examples: uniforms for children's rugby teams, gymnastic equipment for a youth centre, and coaching courses for three volunteer coaches. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so check those before you start. No closing date is given on the funder's website. All applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step portal help guide is linked from the fund page. For questions, contact Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or at siona@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Violet Laidlaw Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Violet Laidlaw Trust Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to groups and individuals supporting people in the district of Carlisle who have been made homeless. The funder names four causes: alcohol and drug addiction, domestic violence, family breakdown and mental ill health. Individuals need support from an independent case worker or health professional. Charitable, not-for-profit organisations can also apply. Past projects include household items for a homeless person moving into a new home, renovation of buildings to create a supported accommodation service, tents for rough sleepers and a handy person's scheme. Household income is considered for individual applications. Individuals will normally qualify for only one grant. Applications go through the foundation's online portal. The funder's website gives no deadline. For questions, contact Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Janetta Topsy Laidlaw Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Health & Social Work, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation's Janetta Topsy Laidlaw Trust Fund gives grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year to older people in the area of Carlisle City Council who face significant hardship and want to stay in their own homes. Individuals supported by a health professional or a social worker can apply. So can charitable groups helping older people in the Carlisle City Council area. Household income is considered when applications are assessed. Individuals will normally qualify for only one award from the fund. The fund will not pay for expeditions or computers and laptops, on top of the foundation's normal exclusions. The funder gives no deadline and no minimum award. The fund comes from a bequest from the estate of Janetta T Laidlaw, an occupational health specialist who worked for Cumbria Health Authority. Applications go through the foundation's online portal. Lisa Blackwell can answer questions on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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English Lakes Hotels Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Charities & Non-Profit, Education, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the English Lakes Hotels Trust Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year. Money goes to employees of English Lakes Hotels nominated by the company, and to charitable or not-for-profit organisations delivering community projects in Windermere, Ambleside, Morecambe and Lancaster. These are the places where the hotels are situated. English Lakes Hotels is the donor. Priority goes to projects that address hardship, assist families in crisis, promote education (particularly internships and apprenticeships), or support the Christian church and community projects. The funder lists two examples: funeral costs for a family experiencing hardship, and premises hire for a hub for homeless young people. The funder gives no deadline and no minimum award. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step portal help guide is available. Questions can go to Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or siona@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Programme and Project Partners (PPP) Social Impact Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

£500 - £10,000Education, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants to adults and organisations in the former local authority areas of Allerdale and Copeland for education and training that leads to work. Individuals aged 18 or over can normally get £500 to £2,000 over one year. Organisations can get up to £10,000 over one year. The funder gives no deadline. Individuals need backing from a recognised professional, such as a caseworker, teaching professional or support worker. Organisations must be charitable or not-for-profit, work directly with adults in those areas, and show they have at least 50% match funding or are working towards it. Example projects include accredited courses linked to local industries, work-readiness programmes covering CV writing, interview preparation and work placements, and vocational training leading to qualifications. Priority goes to projects for unemployed people and people with complex barriers to employment. Expeditions are not funded. Applications go through the foundation's online portal. Four donors fund it: Kellogg Brown and Root Ltd, Amentum Clean Energy Ltd, Morgan Sindall Construction & Infrastructure Ltd and Altrad Babcock Ltd.

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Strummer Calling Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year to charitable and not-for-profit organisations through the Strummer Calling Community First Fund. Projects should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. Priority goes to projects in the former local authority areas of Carlisle and Eden. The funder's website gives no deadline or minimum award. Examples it lists include a community cinema, camping activities for Scout groups, volunteer expenses and room hire for radio broadcast training, and improvements to village halls or community buildings. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The donor is anonymous. Applications go through the foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Questions can go to Sarah Thompson on 01900 820 821 or grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Abbeyfield Carlisle Society Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Health & Social Work, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Abbeyfield Carlisle Society Community First Fund, which gives grants of normally £5,000 or less for one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations benefitting communities in the former local authority areas of Allerdale, Carlisle and Eden. The donor is Abbeyfield Carlisle Society Limited. The funder's website gives no deadline. Funded work should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. The funder lists these example projects: grow and cook workshops, arts and culture programmes in local communities, and improvement of community facilities. Community support and development is also listed. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step portal help guide is available. For questions, contact Sarah Thompson on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Eden Rural Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £3,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation's Eden Rural Community Fund gives charitable and not-for-profit organisations grants for services that help people in Eden District and the surrounding area. The services must support residents over 18 who are frail, older, ill or disabled and need care to live independently and safely at home. Families and carers can benefit too. Multi-year funding may be considered. The funder's website gives no deadline. Priority goes to projects for older people, especially vulnerable and isolated ones, adults with physical disabilities, mental health needs or learning disabilities, carers, and community or volunteer-led work improving rural access to services. Examples listed include exercise classes for older people, befriending or social activities to reduce isolation, and equipment for a community centre that also benefits older people. One-off capital equipment grants will be considered. Individuals cannot apply. Applications go through the online portal.

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Live the Dream Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000Education, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation's Live the Dream Fund gives grants of up to £2,000 to young people living in Allerdale or Copeland, and up to £10,000 to charitable and not-for-profit organisations that directly benefit people in the former local authority areas of Allerdale and Copeland. The money pays for education or training that raises career aspirations. The donor is BNFL. Individuals aged 16-25 get priority and must show evidence of excellence in their chosen field. Organisations must show how they are raising aspirations for young people. Awards run over one year, and the foundation may consider multiple-year funding for organisations. It considers household income when assessing individual applications. The funder lists these examples: living costs for a university student, coaching and training costs for a promising young athlete, and apprenticeship wages for a youth organisation. School trips, expeditions and family holidays are excluded. The funder's website gives no deadline. Apply through the foundation's online portal.

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CCL Secure Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,500Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

The CCL Secure Community Fund is run by Cumbria Community Foundation. It gives grants to organisations in the former local authority areas of Allerdale and Copeland. The money comes from the donor CCL Secure. The fund backs work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential. It also supports projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. Examples of projects supported include improving facilities for disabled people, a drop-in service for people with mental health problems, and access to services that tackle social isolation for older people. The fund also lists core costs and capital projects, so it is not only for new activity. Grants will normally be up to £2,500 over one year. Plan your request with that ceiling in mind. Because the grant is normally for one year, it suits work you can deliver within that time. You can apply if you are a charitable, not-for-profit organisation. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so it is worth reading them before you start. All applications are made through the foundation's online application portal. There is a step-by-step portal help guide to walk you through it. If your work is based in Allerdale or Copeland and fits one of the themes above, this fund is worth a look. If you have questions, you can contact Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/ccl-secure-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Brian & Ann Clark Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Cumbria Community Foundation's Brian & Ann Clark Fund gives grants of normally up to £10,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations. Money goes to work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. Multiple-year funding may be considered. Priority goes to five types of project: support for families, including those with a disability or mental health issues, and for young people in caring roles; help after natural disasters of all types; small charities in short-term financial crisis and at risk of closure; upkeep of local buildings and structures of architectural, historical and cultural value; and preserving the way of life in rural communities. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder gives no deadline or minimum award. Applications go through the foundation's online portal. The Grants Team can be reached on 01900 825760.

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Beeby Family Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Education, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants to charitable and not-for-profit organisations that work with children and young people, mainly those living in Wigton and the surrounding areas. The money comes from the Beeby Family. Groups elsewhere in Cumbria may be considered only in exceptional need. Multiple-year funding may be considered. The funder's website lists no deadline, so check with the Foundation before you plan your timetable. The funder backs groups that build personal development, confidence and employability skills in young people. It also backs activities that stop children and young people developing problems that lead to difficulties later in life. Priority goes to projects that promote life skills, help young people fulfil their potential and encourage personal development. Applications go through the Foundation's online portal, and a step-by-step help guide is available. Annalee Holliday handles questions on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Catherine Alexander Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation's Catherine Alexander Grassroots Fund gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations that benefit local people in Kendal and the immediate district. Money goes to initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. Priority goes to projects that support children and young people, support people in fulfilling their potential, or promote life skills and the raising of aspirations. The funder lists three example projects: equipment for a youth group, improvement of community facilities, and activities for people with a disability. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website gives no closing date. All applications go through the foundation's online application portal, with a step-by-step help guide on the fund page. Questions can go to Sarah Thompson on 01900 820821 or sarah@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Bridget’s Magical Music Pot

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £500Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Charities & Non-Profit

Bridget's Magical Music Pot is a small grants fund run by Cumbria Community Foundation. It helps people come together to make music of any kind in West Cumbria, which means the former local authority areas of Allerdale and Copeland. The fund was created by the family of Bridget Hilton, a teacher who spent her life encouraging people to play music for fun. It is funded by donations from her family and friends, and it is open to further donations. The fund can help with a range of practical costs. These include equipment such as music stands, music hire or purchase, and instrument purchase or hire. It can also cover room or venue hire for practice or performance, tuition, tutoring or workshop costs, and travel costs, for example to hear or perform music. Publicity costs to promote performances or attract new members are also covered. It suits charitable, not-for-profit organisations and small unconstituted groups. If your group has no formal constitution, an individual aged 18 or over can apply on its behalf. Grants will normally be up to £500. That makes this fund a good fit for modest, practical costs rather than large projects. All applications are made through the Foundation's online application portal, and the page links to a step-by-step portal help guide. If you have questions about the fund, you can contact Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/bridgets-magical-music-pot/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Cumbria Young People’s Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000Charities & Non-Profit

Grants of up to £10,000 per year are available for projects that help young people aged 14-22 develop life skills and fulfil their potential. The funder's website gives no deadline and no minimum award. An anonymous donor backs the fund. Examples of projects supported include a programme that builds young people's confidence, resilience, communication and team working skills, community-based youth group activities, and counselling sessions for young people in hostels for the homeless. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so check them before you start. All applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step portal help guide is available. For questions, contact Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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CN Group Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the CN Group Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations for projects in Cumbria. The donor is Cumbrian Newspapers Limited. The fund backs work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential. It also covers projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. Examples the foundation lists include improvements to a community hall, furniture for a community centre, a cleaning system for a community swimming pool and wages for an activity coordinator. Other examples are improvements to a children's play area and a creative music project for people with disabilities. No deadline is given on the funder's website. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. All applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step help guide is available.

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Liddle Thomson Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation's Liddle Thomson Community First Fund gives charitable, not-for-profit organisations grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year for work in north Allerdale, primarily around Wigton and Carlisle. No deadline is stated on the funder's website. Projects can reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. Groups that support children and young people get priority. The funder lists three example projects: improvements to a community-run swimming pool, equipment for play parks for children, and activities and running costs for a youth organisation. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step portal help guide is available. For questions, contact Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 512 395 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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William Milburn Charitable Trust Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Environment & Conservation, Other Services

The William Milburn Charitable Trust Community First Fund is run by Cumbria Community Foundation. It offers grants to organisations working in the parish of Brampton and surrounding areas, including Castle Carrock, Hethersgill, Askerton, Lanercost, Scaleby, Upper Denton, Walton and Farlam. It is a good fit if your project serves people in this part of Cumbria. The fund supports initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help people reach their potential. It also backs projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action in the local area. Past examples give a good feel for what suits. They include a young carers support trip, a community music festival, tools for children to look after a school vegetable garden, drop-in clinics for people with acute hearing loss and a new kitchen in a village hall. Grants will normally be up to £5,000 over one year. The fund is for charitable, not-for-profit organisations. It will not support individuals, and the Foundation's normal exclusions also apply. All applications are made through the Foundation's online portal, and there is a step-by-step help guide to walk you through it. The page does not give a closing date. If you have questions about the fund, you can call Joe Cosby on 01900 511 856 or email grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/william-milburn-charitable-trust-community-first-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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The Brian Crowe Community and Conservation Fund (Cumbria)

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing, Environment & Conservation

The Brian Crowe Community and Conservation Fund is managed by Cumbria Community Foundation in memory of Brian Crowe, a countryman and farmer for over 60 years. It gives grants to groups in Cumbria in two strands. The conservation strand covers all of Cumbria. It supports nature conservation and preservation, improving and restoring habitats and upland farming landscapes, and protecting wildlife, native species and heritage breeds. Examples it gives include species conservation (with priority for red squirrels), protecting heritage breeds of livestock, habitat creation and restoration, and traditional rural and land-based working practices. The community strand covers Furness and South Lakeland only. It supports people facing specific health-related or emergency circumstances, with priority for palliative or end-of-life care, specialist provision for people with visual impairments, and search and rescue services. The maximum grant will normally be up to £5,000, and multi-year funding may be considered. Only charitable and not-for-profit organisations can apply, not individuals. The fund page does not give a closing date. Applications go through the Foundation's online portal. Who it suits: conservation groups, breed societies and rural skills charities in Cumbria, especially those working with upland farms. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/the-brian-crowe-community-conservation-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 14 October 2026.

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The Sarah Nelson Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Education, Health & Social Work

The Sarah Nelson Fund is run by Cumbria Community Foundation. It supports charitable organisations across Cumbria that help people reach their full potential. The fund was inspired by Sarah Nelson, who created Grasmere Gingerbread in 1854 and rose out of poverty through resilience, creativity and community spirit. It puts people before profit. Grants will prioritise projects that help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness, improve education for children and adults, encourage creative and sustainable business ideas, or tackle food poverty. Each priority reflects something from Sarah's own life, from her childhood in poverty to teaching local children to read. Grants will normally be £5,000 or less over one year. You can apply if you are a charitable, not-for-profit organisation working in Cumbria. Priority goes to projects that match the themes above, so show clearly how yours fits. The fund cannot support individuals, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so read those before you start. All applications are made through the foundation's online application portal. The fund page links to a step-by-step portal help guide, which is worth a look if you have not used the system before. If you would like more information about the fund, you can contact Sarah Thompson on 01900 820821 or at sarah@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/the-sarah-nelson-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Borron Pratt Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation's Borron Pratt Fund gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations in Workington, Whitehaven and along the west coast of Cumbria, including St Bees, Seascale and Holmrook. Money goes to work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality or helps people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. The foundation lists four examples: renovating a community space for people experiencing homelessness, a service for victims of domestic abuse, training to build skills and find employment, and activities that bring older people together and promote wellbeing. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website gives no deadline or minimum award. All applications go through the foundation's online portal, and a step-by-step help guide is linked on the fund page. Questions go to Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 825760 or grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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David and Margaret Rankin Fund: Skills and Training (Cumbria)

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Education, Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the David and Margaret Rankin Fund: Skills and Training, which gives grants to individuals and charitable, not-for-profit organisations across Cumbria. The money goes to young people building skills, confidence and training for business or employment. Individuals can normally get up to £1,000 over one year, and household income is considered. Organisations can normally get up to £5,000 over one year, and multiple-year funding may be considered. Priority goes to projects that help young people, activities that develop knowledge or skills, and activity that encourages young people into farming. Examples the Foundation lists are business training for young people, mentoring programmes, courses for industry-specific certificates of competency, and travel expenses for work experience. The funder's website gives no closing date. Applications go through the Foundation's online application portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Siona Hartley handles questions on 01900 820824.

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Pappagallino Fund (Cumbria)

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000Health & Social Work, Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing, Charities & Non-Profit, Environment & Conservation

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Pappagallino Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £10,000 to charitable, not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. Money goes to projects that improve health and wellbeing by addressing social and rural isolation, or that protect the environment and support the farming and rural community. The donor is anonymous. Priority goes to projects that improve mental health, make long-term, strategic investment in people or the organisation, offer inclusive activities and reduce isolation, support older people, or bring in additional funds. Multiple-year funding may be considered. Individuals cannot apply, and the Foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website gives no closing date. All applications go through the Foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step help guide is on the fund page. Questions go to Annalee Holliday, Head of Grants Practice & Programmes, on 01900 820824.

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Edwin and Anita Mackay Memorial Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year from the Edwin and Anita Mackay Memorial Fund. The money goes to charitable, not-for-profit organisations that run activities for children and young people up to the age of 18 in the Seaton parish. The fund comes from a legacy gift. No deadline is listed. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal. The foundation lists these examples of projects it supports: coaching costs for members of the junior cricket club, tools and equipment for a gardening group for young children, and premises hire for youth club activities. It also names drama workshops, social and personal development activities, and improvements to community facilities that benefit young people. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. Questions go to Tracy Cheesbrough, Grants & Programmes Officer, on 01900 512395.

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Lakeland Disability Support Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

£100 - £5,000Health & Social Work, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally £100 to £5,000 from the Lakeland Disability Support Fund to people with physical disabilities living in the former South Lakeland council area. Charitable groups working in that area can also apply. Priority goes to individuals. The money pays for items, facilities or support that relieve a disability. The foundation lists an electric scooter, a hoist for loading into a car, an orthopaedic chair or bed, disabled access, respite care and outdoor holidays for disabled people as examples. Laptops, computers and tablets are also listed, particularly for disabled children. The funder's website gives no deadline. Applications go through the foundation's online portal. You can apply yourself or ask someone to apply for you with your consent. Quotes must come with the application, and household income is considered for individuals. NHS items, ongoing care and repetitive items are excluded.

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Staff 10th Anniversary Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation's Staff 10th Anniversary Fund gives grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations and individuals. The money comes from current and former staff of the Foundation. It backs initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help people reach their potential. It also covers projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. No deadline is given on the funder's website. Examples of past projects include a specialised bed for a severely disabled child, travel costs for an elderly man to visit his father's grave (his father was killed in WWII), a hospitality and cooking course for a socially disadvantaged young person, and a community Sports-for-All day for young people. All applications go through the Foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Questions go to Siona Hartley on 01900 820824.

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Barrow Community Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £3,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation's Barrow Community Trust Fund gives grants to charitable and not-for-profit organisations for projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. Grants are normally up to £3,000 over one year. Priority goes to projects that benefit people in the former Heart of Barrow wards: Old Barrow (Barrow Island and Central) and Hindpool; Ormsgill and Parkside; Risedale and Roosecoate; and Hawcoat and Newbarns. Example projects the funder lists include improving community facilities, social inclusion activities for older people, recruiting and training volunteers, and IT equipment and training sessions for community use. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website gives no deadline. Applications go through the foundation's online portal. Money comes from the Heart of Barrow Initiative and individual contributions.

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Abbeyfield Carlisle Society Over 55 Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Education, Health & Social Work, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation awards grants of normally less than £5,000 over one year to charitable not-for-profit organisations benefitting people aged 55 and over in the former local authority areas of Allerdale, Carlisle and Eden. The money comes from the donor, Abbeyfield Carlisle Society Limited. Projects should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. The funder lists these examples: exercise classes for older people, befriending or social activities to reduce isolation, and IT classes and digital education for older people. It also names equipment for a community centre that will also benefit older people, and improvements to community facilities to improve access. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder gives no deadline. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step help guide is linked on the fund page.

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The Border Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Health & Social Work, Education, Charities & Non-Profit, Environment & Conservation

Cumbria Community Foundation runs The Border Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £2,000 to individuals and to charitable, not-for-profit organisations for projects in Cumbria. Priority goes to people and groups in the rural areas northeast of Carlisle, including north and east of Longtown, through to Gilsland and Newbiggin. The funder's website gives no deadline or minimum award. Funded work should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. The anonymous donor names examples: hearing loss clinics, skills training for disadvantaged adults over 25, domestic abuse training for staff running women's centre group sessions, and hardship costs that let someone finish a course. Individuals have their household income assessed. Core costs, gap-year funding and role-specific professional qualifications are excluded, on top of the foundation's normal exclusions. Applications go through the foundation's online portal.

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Beverley Charitable Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000Education, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants from the Beverley Trust to young people in hardship and to charitable, not-for-profit organisations that help young people with education and employment. Individuals can normally get up to £2,000 over one year. Groups can normally get up to £10,000 over one year. Priority goes to individuals, and within that to young people living in the former local authority areas of Allerdale and Copeland. No deadline is given on the funder's website. Multiple-year funding may be considered. Examples of projects the foundation lists include academic study or courses that build practical skills, activities that are part of a further or higher education course, activities leading to vocational qualifications, books, materials and computer equipment, bursary support and travel costs. For individuals, household income is considered in the assessment. School trips are not funded, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. All applications go through the online application portal.

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Cumbria Home from Home Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £5,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations that benefit people within the Lake District National Park and the immediate area. Funded work covers initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. The money comes from donations by holiday and second homeowners, other business owners who benefit from visitor income, and visitors to Cumbria. The funder's website gives no deadline and no example project costs. Applications go through the Foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step portal help guide is linked from the fund page. Individuals cannot apply, and the Foundation's normal exclusions also apply. For questions, contact Sarah Thompson on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Johnson Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £3,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Education

The Johnson Fund from Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants to organisations and individuals. It backs work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential. It also supports projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. The fund covers the former local authority areas of Allerdale, Carlisle, Eden and South Lakeland. You can apply if you are a charitable, not-for-profit organisation, or if you are an individual under the age of 30. Grants will normally be up to £3,000 over one year. Priority goes to projects that help carers of people with dementia, or that support young people to fulfil their potential. Past projects give a good feel for what the fund supports. They include music therapy sessions for disabled children, training materials for students to build their skills and employability, and a time-out trip for carers of people with mental health issues. The fund has also contributed to the living costs of a student studying for a MMus (conducting) degree. Household income is considered when the foundation assesses an application from an individual. All applications are made through the foundation's online application portal, and there is a step-by-step portal help guide to walk you through it. If you have questions about the fund, you can contact Lisa Blackwell, Grants and Programmes Officer, on 01900 820828 or at lisa@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/johnson-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Laurel House Brampton Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Laurel House Brampton Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable not-for-profit organisations. The activities must benefit people aged 60 and over who live in the Parish of Brampton and the surrounding area. The money comes from the Laurel House Management Committee. The funder gives no deadline or opening dates. Multiple-year grants may be considered depending on the project. Priority goes to projects that reduce isolation for older people or improve their health and wellbeing. The funder lists these examples: regular meetings, pie and pea suppers, lunches, coffee mornings, meals out and regular outings and trips; activities and outings for older people with mobility issues or disabilities, and their carers; and sessions with speakers or advice organisations, such as benefits advice. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. All applications go through the foundation's online portal, and a step-by-step help guide is available.

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Wing Cdr. H. Thompson MBE & Rev. J. L. Green Grassroots Grants Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Environment & Conservation, Charities & Non-Profit, Education

This fund from Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants to organisations in the Barrow-in-Furness area. It supports young people's personal development, education and involvement in the community, as well as environmental initiatives. It suits charitable, not-for-profit organisations that work with young people locally. Priority goes to projects that offer training in leadership, self-discipline and life skills for young people, or that encourage respect for the environment. The funder gives some examples of projects it has supported. These include a sailing trip for disadvantaged young people, equipment for a judo or karate club, training costs for Scouts or Guides, and running costs or building repairs for Sea Cadets. Grants will normally be up to £1,000 over one year. That makes this a good fit for small, grassroots groups with a clear and modest ask. The fund comes from an anonymous donor. Applications are made through the foundation's online application portal, and there is a step-by-step help guide to walk you through it. One thing to bear in mind: the fund does not support individuals, in addition to the foundation's normal exclusions. If you are unsure whether your project fits, you can contact Siona Hartley at the foundation on 01900 820824 or by email at siona@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/wing-cdr-h-thompson-mbe-rev-j-l-green-grassroots-grants-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Shepley Group Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

The Shepley Group Grassroots Fund from Cumbria Community Foundation gives small grants to local organisations. It is funded by a donor, Shepley Engineers Limited. The fund supports work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential. It also backs projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. Examples of projects it has supported include equipment for a junior football club, a community café, a community allotment, and a cellar refurbished for a men's workshop. It has also funded functional skills classes for unemployed people aged 16 and over, and respite activity for young carers. Grants will normally be up to £2,000 over one year. That makes the fund a good fit for small, practical projects rather than large capital schemes. Charitable and not-for-profit organisations can apply. Priority goes to projects that benefit people and communities in areas where Shepley Group employees live. These are the former local authority districts of Allerdale, Barrow-in-Furness, Carlisle and Copeland. One thing to know before you start: individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply on top of that. All applications are made through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step help guide is available on the fund page. If you have questions, you can contact Annalee Holliday, Head of Grants Practice and Programmes, on 01900 820824 or at annalee@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/shepley-group-grants/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Altrad Babcock Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation distributes Altrad Babcock Limited's Grassroots Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations. Projects must benefit local people in Allerdale, Barrow, Carlisle and Copeland, the areas where Altrad Babcock's employees live. The fund backs work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential. It also backs projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. The funder lists three example projects: DIY equipment for Men in Sheds, astro-turf rebound boards for a community sports ground, and coaching costs for members of a junior cricket club. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website gives no deadline. Applications go through the foundation's online portal, and a step-by-step help guide is available. For questions, contact Annalee Holliday on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Edmond Castle Educational Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Education, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Edmond Castle Educational Trust Fund, which gives grants to individuals aged 21 and under, and to charitable, not-for-profit organisations, for education and training in Cumbria. Individuals can normally get up to £2,000 over one year. Organisations can normally get up to £5,000 over one year, and multiple-year funding may be considered. The funder's website gives no deadline. Priority goes to young people who are, or have been, looked after by Cumberland Council or Westmorland & Furness Council. The grant must make a significant difference to the young person's education or training. Examples the Trust lists include fees for a private tutor, travel expenses to sport training and course-related costs for academic study. It also backs equipment or course fees and projects that build employment skills. Household income is considered when an application is assessed. All applications go through the Foundation's online portal. A step-by-step help guide is linked on the funder's website.

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Evening Hill Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. The Evening Hill Grassroots Fund backs work with young people aged 16-25, older people and people living in rural areas. Funded work should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. Priority goes to projects that support children and young people, improve the quality of life for elderly people, or improve the lives of children, young people and older people in rural communities. The donor is anonymous. Individuals cannot apply. Refurbishments and improvements to village halls are excluded, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website gives no deadline and no minimum award, and it does not list example projects or costs. Applications go through the foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Questions can go to Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 512 395.

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Kipling Fund for Older People

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year to charitable not-for-profit organisations that benefit older people in Cumbria. Projects should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. The funder's website lists no deadline, so check with the Foundation before you plan a start date. Examples of projects it has supported: social inclusion activities for isolated older people, a local support group for older people affected by heart conditions and strokes, and support groups for people with dementia. Individuals cannot apply. The Foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The fund comes from a £120,000 legacy left by George Kipling, who farmed at Burgh-by-Sands. Applications go through the Foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Questions go to Sarah Thompson on 01900 820 821 or grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Age Friendly Activities Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £5,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations running projects for people aged 50 and over in the former South Lakeland district. No deadline is stated on the funder's website. Money goes to projects that remove barriers stopping older people from taking part in community life. The funder lists projects that reduce loneliness and social isolation, encourage physical activity and healthy ageing, run intergenerational activities, and promote digital inclusion. Priority goes to small, grassroots and volunteer-led organisations. Community-led work with strong local engagement also ranks high, as do projects reaching older people in rural, deprived or underserved areas. Existing activities are not funded unless the grant is used specifically to remove barriers and bring in more people. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The fund is part of Age Friendly South Lakeland. Applications go through the foundation's online portal.

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Castles & Coasts Housing Association Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation distributes the Castles & Coasts Housing Association Community Fund, with money from the housing association as donor. It pays grants to charitable, not-for-profit organisations running community projects for tenants and residents in the neighbourhoods served by Castles & Coasts Housing Association. The maximum grant will normally be around £1,000. The funder gives no deadline, so check the foundation before you start. Priority goes to projects that bring people from across a community together, help residents gain employment or develop skills, give access to digital and financial inclusion services, provide health and wellbeing activities, or reduce anti-social behaviour. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. All applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step portal help guide is linked from the fund page. For questions, contact Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org. The funder do not list example projects or costs, and they do not name individual neighbourhoods.

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Kipling Fund for Younger People

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable not-for-profit organisations helping children and families in Cumbria. Priority goes to projects for young people with mental health needs, children and young people, and households on low incomes. The funder lists these examples of projects it has supported: youth groups, equipment for a family group, and educational projects for teenagers. It also names accredited learning and young carers' projects. School trips are excluded, on top of the Foundation's normal exclusions. The funder's website gives no deadline and no minimum award. Applications go through the Foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step help guide is linked from the fund page. For questions, contact Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Cumberland and Westmorland Herald Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Health & Social Work, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Cumberland and Westmorland Herald Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable not-for-profit organisations. The money must benefit people living in the Cumberland & Westmorland Herald's main circulation area, including Penrith, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Kirkby Stephen and Alston. The donor is Cumberland & Westmorland Herald Limited. Projects should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. Past examples include riding workshops and sessions for the disabled, improvement of community buildings, exercise classes for older people, and camping equipment for a young people's group. Individuals cannot apply. The Foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder gives no deadline. Applications go through the Foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Lisa Blackwell handles questions on 01900 825760.

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Cumbria Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Education, Environment & Conservation

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £10,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations for projects under two themes: Improving Lives and Strengthening Communities. The funder's website gives no deadline and no minimum award. Multi-year funding may be awarded for certain projects. Example projects the foundation lists include financial advice, food and fuel security, mental health services, community hubs and digital inclusion projects. Climate education and conservation projects also fit. Revenue (operational) costs are prioritised over capital costs such as infrastructure or equipment. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The fund is paid for by a number of donors and fundholders. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal. Questions can go to the Grants Team at grants@cumbriafoundation.org or on 01900 825760.

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Kirkby Moor Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000Charities & Non-Profit, Energy & Utilities, Health & Social Work, Water & Waste Management

Cumbria Community Foundation offers grants of normally up to £10,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations that benefit communities within eight kilometres of the Kirkby Moor Wind Farm. The money comes from the donor, Nadara Limited. The funder's website gives no deadline and no minimum award. Projects can aim to reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. They can also nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. The funder's map shows the eligible area as the Kirkby Moor Wind Farm Area of Benefit. Projects located in the red area get priority. Examples the funder lists include community composting schemes, hedge restoration and wildflower planting, and energy efficiency work for community facilities or residents on low incomes. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. Applications go through the online portal. Siona Hartley handles questions on 01900 825760.

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Laidlaw Fund for the Environment

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Education, Environment & Conservation

Cumbria Community Foundation's Laidlaw Fund for the Environment gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. Projects should protect wildlife habitat or teach people about the natural environment. Priority goes to projects in Carlisle and the surrounding area. The funder's website gives no deadline and no minimum award. Eleanor Laidlaw set up the fund in memory of her parents. The foundation lists these example projects: local environment and habitat initiatives, forest schools, and environmental and habitat workshops. It also lists activities that encourage people to protect and improve the natural environment. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so check them before you start. All applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step help guide is linked from the fund page. Questions can go to Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Gurney Charitable Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Gurney Charitable Trust Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations. The money is for work benefiting people in Keswick, Cockermouth, Aspatria and Wigton. Organisations in and around the village of Ireby get priority. The funder lists no deadline on its page. Funded work covers reducing poverty, improving health, tackling social inequality and helping people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. The funder gives these examples: activities for young people, hire of road matting for Ireby Festival, an art exhibition celebrating women of Cumbria and outreach services. Exceptional projects outside the priority area that fit the donor's interests will also be considered. The donor is the Gurney family. Applications go through the Foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step help guide is available. For questions, contact Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 512 395 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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The Janet Hartley Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation runs The Janet Hartley Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £5,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations. Projects must benefit communities in the towns and surrounding areas of Appleby, Brough, Kendal, Kirkby Stephen, Penrith, Sedbergh and Tebay. The funder's website gives no deadline and no minimum award. Examples of projects it has supported include a family support worker in Eden, youth mentoring and skills development programmes, and activities for rurally isolated older people. Vocational training and education for people with disabilities is also listed. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so check them before you start. The fund was created in 2016 for Out of Eden Limited, the Kirkby Stephen company founded by Janet Hartley and her husband Ian in 1993. It was renamed in 2025. Applications go through the foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Questions go to Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 512395.

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Thomas Armstrong Construction Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Thomas Armstrong Construction Community Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations. The money comes from the donor, Thomas Armstrong (Construction) Ltd. It covers communities near the company's Head Office and the sites where it and Washington Homes operate. Current areas of benefit are Flimby, Workington, Maryport, Whitehaven, Cleator Moor, Gilcrux, Millom, Moor Row, Penrith and Wigton. Projects should help people escape poverty, provide skills, education and training, or promote better health. Priority goes to projects that help children and families in need of extra support, offer inclusive activities and reduce isolation, promote better mental health and wellbeing, or build stronger, more resilient communities. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder gives no deadline. Applications go through the foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Lisa Blackwell, Grants and Programmes Officer, handles enquiries on 01900 820828.

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Printers Inc Social Mobility Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Funding amount not listedCharities & Non-Profit, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants to charitable and not-for-profit organisations that support young people aged 14-25 who live in Cumbria. The money goes to work on life skills, education, employability and enterprise. The donor is CN Group Limited, proprietor of Cumbria Newspapers. There is no minimum or maximum award, and multi-year funding may be considered. The funder's website gives no deadline. Priority goes to activities that build academic or social skills, life or employment skills, or qualifications that open job opportunities. Training programmes, internships and projects that raise aspirations also get priority. Examples the funder lists include equipment to support further education, employability programmes, interview training, and programmes for young people studying music, sport or the arts. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. All applications go through the online application portal, and the funder's website links to a step-by-step help guide. Siona Hartley is the contact on 01900 820824.

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Fevara Group Fund (Cumbria)

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £3,000Charities & Non-Profit, Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing, Health & Social Work, Environment & Conservation

The Fevara Group Fund is managed by Cumbria Community Foundation and funded by Fevara Group PLC. It gives grants to charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria for work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential, or for projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action locally. Among its priorities are support for rural and farming communities and improving people's knowledge of countryside matters, alongside life skills, raising aspirations and helping people fulfil their potential. Examples of projects it has supported include educating young people in rural matters, agricultural qualifications for people with disabilities, advice and support for people living in rural areas, and community facilities run by grassroots groups. Grants will normally be up to £3,000 over one year. The fund does not support individuals, and the Foundation's normal exclusions apply. This is community funding, not a farm business grant. It suits groups supporting farming families and rural residents, for example rural advice services, farming support charities, young farmers' clubs and village halls. The fund page does not give a closing date. Applications go through the Foundation's online portal. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/fevara-group-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 14 October 2026.

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The Forrest Family Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £4,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Forrest Family Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £4,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. Projects must support children and young people. They must also meet one or more priorities: reducing poverty, improving health, tackling social inequality, or helping people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. The funder lists four example projects: youth group activities and equipment, a voucher scheme for training and technical courses for young farmers, activities to improve practical skills or personal development, and a community garden that helps young offenders develop social and employment skills. The money comes from the Forrest Family. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. No deadline is given on the funder's website. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal, which has a step-by-step help guide.

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Elizabeth Fell Memorial Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Elizabeth Fell Memorial Trust Fund, which gives grants to charitable, not-for-profit organisations in Kingstown and the surrounding area. Grants are normally up to £5,000 over one year. Funded work should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. The funder lists these example activities: a community event, refurbishment of an IT room, youth activities for summer holidays, and an upgrade to community facilities. Check the eligibility map on the funder's website before you apply, as the project must fall inside the area it shows. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder gives no deadline. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step portal help guide is on the fund page. Questions go to Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or grants@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Fryer Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

The Fryer Grassroots Fund is run by Cumbria Community Foundation. It gives grants to organisations that support people with a disability. The money is for initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help disabled people reach their potential. The fund comes from an anonymous donor. This fund suits charitable and not-for-profit organisations. If your work supports people with a disability and fits one or more of those aims, it is worth a close look. Grants will normally be up to £5,000 over one year. That means you should plan your project so it can be delivered within a single year. One practical point to bear in mind. The fund does not support individuals. The foundation's normal exclusions apply as well, on top of that. Read them before you start, so you do not spend time on an application that cannot be considered. All applications are made through the foundation's online application portal. The foundation provides a step-by-step portal help guide to walk you through it. If you would like to talk about the fund first, you can contact Sarah Thompson on 01900 820 821 or email grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/fryer-grassroots-grants-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Geoffrey Blake Architectural Heritage Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Charities & Non-Profit, Construction

Cumbria Community Foundation's Geoffrey Blake Architectural Heritage Fund gives grants to charitable and not-for-profit organisations for community projects of architectural merit in Cumbria. Grants normally go up to £2,000 over one year, though larger awards may be made. Projects must give the public full access and bring a clear benefit to the community. Examples the fund lists include renovating community features and landmarks such as watering holes, crosses and memorials. It also names renovating features of public buildings with particular architectural merit, creating new work such as sculptures and other built features, and reconstructing historical bridleways of significant importance. Individuals and major building renovations are excluded, on top of the foundation's normal exclusions. A private individual created the fund in memory of her father, who had a long interest in historical architecture. Apply through the foundation's online portal. Lisa Blackwell handles questions on 01900 825760.

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The Robinson Family Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Cumbria Community Foundation's Robinson Family Fund gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations based in Cumbria, and to individuals who fit the fund's criteria. Priority goes to groups and individuals in West Cumbria and Barrow. The fund backs groups that support homeless people or rough sleepers, drug and alcohol rehabilitation, and people living with a physical disability. It also backs aspiring young sportspeople aged 15-25. Sportspeople must show evidence of excellence in their field, or of how they will raise aspirations for young people in the priority areas. Organisations may get a single award or yearly awards for up to three years, depending on progress. Household income is considered for individual applications. School trips, family holidays, expeditions and people living outside Cumbria are excluded, along with the foundation's normal exclusions. The funder's website gives no closing date. Applications go through the foundation's online portal.

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Lawrence Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Education, Health & Social Work

The Lawrence Fund from Cumbria Community Foundation supports disadvantaged people who want to study horticulture or music. It is particularly interested in music therapy, and in young musicians in North Cumbria. The fund was set up by a private individual donor. Both individuals and charitable, not-for-profit organisations can apply. Priority goes to projects that support young talented musicians, include the study of music therapy, or involve education in horticulture or gardening. The foundation gives some examples of what it has supported. These include extra tuition costs for a talented young person, music therapy classes for groups living with dementia or mental health needs, concert costs for a community choir, and a gardening-for-health project run by a charitable organisation. Grants will normally be up to £2,000 over one year. If you apply as an individual, the foundation will consider your household income when it assesses your application, so keep that in mind. All applications are now made through the foundation's online application portal. There is a step-by-step portal help guide to walk you through it. If you would like to talk about the fund first, you can contact Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/lawrence-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Moorhouse Grassroots Grants Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation's Moorhouse Grassroots Grants Fund gives grants of normally up to £10,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations. Preference goes to projects that benefit people and communities in North Cumbria. The fund backs work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential. It also backs projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. Examples the foundation lists include creative arts therapy for children, staff costs for a family support group and counselling costs for people with mental health issues. Other examples are activities engaging residents in the importance of river maintenance and habitat, and wellbeing environmental work. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website gives no deadline or minimum award. All applications go through the foundation's online application portal. Questions can go to Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 825760 or grants@cumbriafoundation.org. The donor is James Carr, a former Trustee of the foundation.

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Nuclear Waste Services LLWR Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation distributes grants of normally up to £5,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations through the Nuclear Waste Services LLWR Grassroots Fund. The money comes from LLW Repository Limited, trading as Nuclear Waste Services. Projects should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action also qualify. Groups that support children and young people get priority. The funder's website lists four examples: scenery hire for a musical in a local theatre, astro-turf rebound boards for a community sports ground, activities to help young people learn about setting up their own companies, and coaching costs for a junior cricket club. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website gives no deadline and names no specific towns or council areas. All applications go through the foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide.

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Nuvia Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Nuvia Fund, which gives charitable and not-for-profit organisations grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year. The money comes from the donor, Nuvia Limited. Projects must serve the areas local to the Nuvia site, in the former local authorities of Allerdale and Copeland. The funder's website gives no deadline and no minimum award. It backs work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality, helps people reach their potential, nurtures a sense of place or promotes climate action. Priority goes to projects that improve young people's employability, build healthier, safer and more resilient communities, or have environmental or sustainability aims. Past examples include activities and workshops for young people in Cleator Moor and Frizington, and educational environment activities for young people from the former Allerdale and Copeland areas. Individuals and expeditions are excluded, on top of the foundation's normal exclusions. Applications go through the foundation's online portal.

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The Barker Family Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Education

The Barker Family Fund from Cumbria Community Foundation supports young people in Cumbria. It gives grants to organisations that help empower young people and support education. It also gives grants to individuals aged 25 and under, including young farmers, who live in Cumbria. The page gives examples of what could be supported. These include business training for young people, helping young people with a disability into employment, further qualifications for young farmers, and activities that promote life skills and confidence. Grants to organisations will normally be up to £5,000 over one year. Larger grants may be given in exceptional circumstances, and multiple-year funding may be considered. Individuals can normally apply for up to £1,000 over one year. For individuals, household income is considered when the application is assessed. The fund is open to charitable, not-for-profit organisations and to individuals aged 25 and under. If you run an organisation that works with young people in Cumbria, this could suit projects that build skills, confidence or routes into work and training. There are some things the fund will not pay for, on top of the foundation's normal exclusions. These are staff costs for a youth group, trips, university costs and nursery schools. Read this list before you start, so you do not spend time on an application that cannot be funded. All applications are made through the foundation's online application portal. If you would like to know more about the fund, you can contact Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or at siona@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/the-barker-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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herdyfund (Cumbria)

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the herdyfund, which gives grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations that support rural communities in Cumbria. Funding comes from The herdy Company Limited. Upland fell farming is a named focus. The fund also backs projects that reduce social isolation or create innovative and ambitious solutions to problems facing farmers and rural communities. Priority goes to projects that make long-term, strategic investment in people or the organisation, offer inclusive activities and reduce isolation, support rural communities, and bring in additional funds. Multiple-year funding may be considered. Individuals cannot apply, and the Foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website lists no deadline or closing date. All applications go through the Foundation's online portal, and a step-by-step help guide is available. For questions, contact Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or siona@cumbriafoundation.org. The funder's website gives no example projects, so check with the Foundation if you are unsure your idea fits.

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Crofton Trust Fund (Cumbria)

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing, Education, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Crofton Trust Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations for community projects in Cumbria. Projects must educate the public about agriculture, forestry and the countryside environment. Money can also help maintain woodland, agricultural land and buildings used for that educational purpose. The donor is the Crofton Charitable Trust. Priority goes to exhibitions and displays, lecture series, practical demonstrations, field days and conferences. Individuals cannot apply, and the Foundation's normal exclusions also apply. The funder's website lists no closing date. All applications go through the Foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step help guide is available. For questions, contact Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Check the Foundation's normal exclusions before you start an application.

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Dowker Bindloss Charity Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £1,000Charities & Non-Profit, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation runs the Dowker Bindloss Charity Fund, which gives grants of normally up to £1,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations benefitting the residents of Kendal. Projects should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality or help people reach their potential. The funder's website gives no deadline and no minimum award. Projects it has backed include the refurbishment of a community facility for homeless people, a climbing wall for children and young people with disabilities, and an intergenerational art project for visually impaired people. Applications go through the Foundation's online application portal, and a step-by-step portal help guide is linked from the fund page. The Foundation took over trusteeship from Kendal Town Council in April 2012. For questions, contact Sarah Thompson on 01900 825760 or at sarah@cumbriafoundation.org.

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The Solway Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Charities & Non-Profit, Education

Cumbria Community Foundation's Solway Fund gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations that help children and young adults in the Maryport and Workington areas develop skills for adult life. An anonymous donor funds it. The funder gives no deadline. Applications go through the foundation's online application portal. Activities the fund lists as examples include personal development, activities that improve confidence and life skills, accredited and non-accredited training, and mentoring and peer support. It also names activities that prevent children and young people developing problems that lead to difficulties later in life. Individuals cannot apply. The foundation's normal exclusions apply as well, so read them before you start. Questions go to Tracy Cheesbrough, Grants & Programmes Officer, on 01900 512395 or tracy@cumbriafoundation.org.

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Education Fund (Cumbria)

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000Education, Charities & Non-Profit

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £2,000 over one year from its Education Fund (Cumbria). Individuals who live in Cumbria and charitable, not-for-profit organisations can apply. The money pays for education and learning opportunities for people living in Cumbria. It comes from various trusts transferred to the Foundation to manage. Priority goes to projects that support academic or social skills, life or employment skills, or sport or artistic skills. Examples the Foundation lists include course-related costs such as books, computer equipment and travel expenses. Others are kit and training costs for an aspiring athlete, and a voucher scheme for training and technical courses for young farmers. A community garden helping young offenders build social and employment skills has also been funded. Individual applicants should know that household income is considered in the assessment. The funder's website gives no deadline. All applications go through the Foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide.

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Fairfield Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000Health & Social Work, Charities & Non-Profit, Environment & Conservation

Cumbria Community Foundation distributes the Fairfield Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund, paid for by Fairfield Windfarm Ltd, which EDF Energy Renewables operates. Grants go to charitable, not-for-profit organisations that benefit the parishes of Parton, Lowca, Distington and Moresby, close to the Fairfield Wind Farm at Pica. Awards are normally up to £10,000 over one year. The funder gives no deadline and no minimum award. Money can go to work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality or helps people reach their potential. It can also fund projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. Examples the funder lists are environmental sustainability, improvements to community facilities, and projects that improve energy efficiency for residents on low incomes. Individuals and anti-renewable energy projects are excluded. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. Applications go through the foundation's online portal, and a step-by-step help guide is linked on the fund page. Lisa Blackwell handles questions on 01900 825760.

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Quarry Hill Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000Charities & Non-Profit, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation's Quarry Hill Grassroots Fund gives grants of normally up to £5,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations that work with young people to promote taking part in sport. Young people who face barriers to involvement are the focus. Preference goes to projects that benefit people and communities in North Cumbria. Priority goes to projects that support children and young people facing significant challenges or barriers, and projects that address issues in rural communities where access to opportunities is limited. The funder lists these examples of projects it has supported: equipment for a netball club, cricket activities for females, wheelchair football sessions, floodlights for a community lawn tennis club. The funder's website gives no deadline. Applications go through the foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. For questions, contact Siona Hartley on 01900 820824.

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Matson Ground Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

£1,000 - £15,000Charities & Non-Profit, Other Services

Cumbria Community Foundation's Matson Ground Fund gives grants of typically £1,000 to £15,000 to small, grassroots charitable, not-for-profit and volunteer-led organisations based in Cumbria. Money goes to project-based activity that starts from community need, brings people together on shared challenges and improves local spaces. The funder names no deadline on its page. Larger or multiple-year grants may be considered in exceptional circumstances. Larger county-wide charitable groups can apply only if their values closely match the fund's aims and guiding principles. The funder is particularly interested in projects that support young people in rural and underserved communities, help vulnerable or underrepresented groups, promote volunteering, champion environmental sustainability, or let people take collective action on local priorities. Core and unrestricted funding is considered only where your objectives closely match the fund. Individuals, national charities and planned building improvements are excluded. Apply through the foundation's online portal. The donors are Alex and Samantha Scott.

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Cumbria Community Resilience Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £12,500Charities & Non-Profit, Public Administration & Defence

Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants of normally up to £12,500 to charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria, including Parish and Town Councils, for community resilience work. Money goes to activity that helps people prepare for and recover from flooding, power loss, extreme weather, access disruption or isolation. Example costs the funder lists include batteries and charging solutions, radios, satellite phones or local alert systems, and storage and insurance for shared equipment. Plans can be funded too, including testing them through exercises. Applicants must already have a community resilience or emergency plan, belong to a recognised community emergency hub, or commit to developing one through the funded work. Funded groups agree to be contacted during an emergency and to share updates with their community. Larger, innovative or phased applications may be considered with clear justification. The funder gives no deadline. All applications go through the online portal.

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Lamont Pridmore Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £3,000Charities & Non-Profit, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Health & Social Work

Cumbria Community Foundation's Lamont Pridmore Grassroots Fund gives grants of normally up to £3,000 over one year to charitable, not-for-profit organisations in the former local authority area of Allerdale, particularly the Workington area. Funding goes to work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality or helps people reach their potential. It also covers projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. The funder lists examples it has supported: theatre workshops for schoolchildren in deprived areas, kit and equipment for a junior football club, and premises hire for youth club activities. Others are coaching training for a local trampoline club and music workshops and master classes in schools. Individuals cannot apply, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. No deadline is given on the funder's website. Applications go through the foundation's online portal, which has a step-by-step help guide. Lisa Blackwell handles questions on 01900 825760.

Where this funding goes

North West England (84)

Frequently asked questions about Cumbria Community Foundation funding

How many Cumbria Community Foundation grants are open right now?+

84 grants from Cumbria Community Foundation are open on GrantMatch today, none of them with a fixed deadline. The list is checked daily.

How much does Cumbria Community Foundation usually award?+

Across 338 published awards, the typical Cumbria Community Foundation grant is £3,000, with most falling between £1,000 and £8,060. Figures come from 360Giving open data and describe past awards, not what is on offer now.

How do I apply for Cumbria Community Foundation funding?+

Each grant on this page links to the Cumbria Community Foundation application page for that fund. Read the funder's own eligibility criteria before you start, since terms differ between funds.

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