HIWCF Community Group Grants

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation
Ongoing

Funding

£1,000 – £5,000

Location

England, South East England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

This grant supports smaller, grassroots community groups across Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. You can apply for between £1,000 and £5,000. The programme runs annual themed rounds, so the focus changes each year. Non-profit organisations can apply, including charities, CICs, and constituted community groups.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

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Key requirements:

  • Must be a non-profit organisation
  • Must be a constituted organisation
  • Must operate in Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth or Isle of Wight
Who is this for?

This grant is for small, grassroots non-profit organisations based in Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth or the Isle of Wight. You can apply if you are a charity, CIC, or a constituted community group. It is not for individuals, private businesses, or organisations based outside these areas.

No published award history for Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation. Some funders do not publish their grants data.

Full details from Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation

Annual themed grant programmes designed to build thriving communities across Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. Supports smaller, grassroot organisations with grants typically between £1,000 and £5,000. Funding is available to non-profit organisations including charities, CICs, and constituted community organisations.

How to apply

Apply through the Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation. The programme runs annual themed rounds, so check the current theme before applying. Contact the foundation directly to find out when the next round opens.

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Last updated: 14 July 2026