Grants in North West England

DF Capital Foundation Fund

Forever Manchester / DF Capital Foundation

This fund gives £2,500 grants to grassroots community groups in Greater Manchester. Your group must be based in one of the 10 Greater Manchester boroughs. You must have an annual income of less than £75,000. The deadline to apply is 22 October 2026.

Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) in Schools Grant Scheme

Department for Education (DfE)

The Department for Education is offering grants to help schools in England reduce surface water flood risk. The scheme funds Sustainable Drainage Systems, which are features like rain gardens or permeable paving that manage rainwater on site. You can apply for between £10,000 and £1,000,000. This is a match-funded scheme, so the DfE will cover up to 50% of your total project costs. You must fund the remaining 50% yourself. The deadline to apply is 2 November 2026.

Rotary Community Grant 2026-27 - Oldham

Rotary Club of Failsworth and Chadderton

Small voluntary groups across Oldham Borough can apply for up to £1,000 for community activities. The next published deadline is noon on 30 November 2026.

Transferable Audio-Visual Equipment on Rail Replacement Coaches

The Department for Transport

The Department for Transport is offering up to £2 million to help coach operators buy audio-visual equipment for rail replacement services. The grant covers up to 75% of the cost of purchasing transferable equipment. This includes things like next stop announcements, so disabled passengers get clear journey information. From 1 August 2026, rail replacement coaches must provide audible and visible passenger information by law. The scheme runs for six months or until the money runs out. Applications close on 18 December 2026.

Electric vehicle chargepoint grant for residential landlords

Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

This grant helps residential landlords cover the cost of buying and installing electric vehicle chargepoints at their properties. It is funded by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles. You can receive up to £100,000 in total. The deadline to apply is 31 March 2027.

Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant for Renters and Flat Owners

Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

This grant helps electric vehicle drivers who rent their home or own a flat. It covers the cost of buying and installing EV charge points. You can get up to £500 towards these costs. The grant is available across the UK. It runs until 31 March 2027. You need to be a renter or flat owner who drives an electric vehicle. The grant helps make EV charging more accessible for people who cannot install chargers easily.

Community Hub Bursaries

The National Archives

The National Archives offers bursaries of up to £1,000 for people working in community heritage. You can use the money for training, mentoring, workshops, or other professional development you choose. Anyone at any stage of their career can apply. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with a deadline of 3 July 2027.

Life Sciences Transformational R&D Investment Fund (TRIF) Pilot

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

The Life Sciences Transformational R&D Investment Fund Pilot provides capital grants for large-scale research and development projects in the UK life sciences sector. You can get between £5 million and £25 million in funding. Your project must cost more than £100 million in total. The money supports innovation and health resilience projects that could bring economic benefits. This is separate from the Life Sciences Innovative Manufacturing Fund. The deadline is 31 March 2028. The fund is open across the whole UK.

Youth Jobs Grant

Department for Work and Pensions

The Youth Jobs Grant pays employers up to £3,000 for each young person they hire who would otherwise struggle to find work. It is part of the government's Youth Guarantee scheme. The money is paid in stages once you meet the scheme's conditions. You can apply if you are based in England, Scotland, or Wales. The grant is meant to add to your existing hiring activity, not replace it.

Support and Finance for UK Businesses

British Business Bank

The British Business Bank offers government-backed loans and support for businesses in the UK. Funding ranges from £500 to £25,000. The scheme provides loans, guidance, and financial support to help businesses grow or manage costs.

Leadership for Growth

Growth Platform

This programme develops leadership skills for managers in growing small businesses across Liverpool City Region. It aims to improve productivity and business performance. The programme is for SMEs with scale-up potential.

Liverpool City Region Life Sciences Innovation Zone Programmes

Liverpool City Region

The Liverpool City Region Life Sciences Innovation Zone offers support for life sciences businesses. This is part of the Government's national Investment Zone Programme. You can access new state-of-the-art facilities for your business. The programme provides dedicated business support and innovation programmes. It also includes training for new talent in life sciences. The programme is based in Liverpool City Region in North West England. No specific funding amounts or deadlines are mentioned. This appears to be an ongoing programme with rolling support.

Brighter Borough Fund

Wigan Council

Wigan councillors support local projects that improve community facilities, the environment or community life through the Brighter Borough Fund. Applicants must benefit Wigan Borough.

Supporting Communities Fund

Wigan Council

Wigan Council offers funding to help local community groups and organisations run their projects. The grant is open to community groups based in Wigan Borough. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. You can use the money to support your community projects and initiatives. The exact application process and requirements are not detailed in the current information.

Gather

Growth Platform

Gather is a business scale-up programme for digital, creative and tech companies in the Liverpool City Region. The programme helps technology-focused businesses grow and develop. It is run by Growth Platform. The programme appears to have rolling applications with no fixed deadline. You must be a digital, creative or tech-enabled business based in the Liverpool City Region to apply. The funding amount is not specified in the available information.

Funding for voluntary or community groups

Manchester City Council

Manchester City Council offers funding for voluntary and community groups in Manchester. Your group must deliver services or activities that benefit Manchester residents. The funding covers a wide range of community projects and initiatives. No specific funding amounts or deadlines are listed for this programme.

Tenant Together Fund

Wigan Council

Wigan Council's Tenant Together Fund offers up to £2,000 for projects benefiting its eligible neighbourhoods. Groups can apply up to three times per financial year, subject to available funds.

Kellogg's Breakfast Club Grants Programme

Kellogg's

Kellogg's offers £1,000 grants to school breakfast clubs in England. The money helps provide breakfast to children who need it most. Each grant is exactly £1,000. School breakfast clubs can apply for this funding. The programme runs on a rolling basis with no set deadline. You can apply at any time throughout the year. This is a partnership between Kellogg's and Forever Manchester. The grants support essential breakfast services in schools.

Fryer Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund gives grants to charities and not-for-profit groups that support people with a disability. It funds projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, or help disabled people reach their potential. Grants are normally up to £5,000 for one year of activity.

Baltic Ventures Launchpad

Baltic Ventures

Baltic Ventures Launchpad is a 12-week programme for ambitious founders in Liverpool City Region. You get hands-on workshops and expert one-to-one coaching. The programme helps you validate your product ideas and connect with customers. You also join a supportive community of other founders. This is for people ready to turn their business ideas into real impact. The programme runs on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline. No funding amount is specified for this programme.

Baltic Ventures Accelerator

Baltic Ventures

Baltic Ventures Accelerator is a 12-week programme for ambitious founders in Liverpool City Region. You get £30,000 funding to turn your business idea into reality. The programme includes hands-on workshops and expert one-to-one coaching. You also join a supportive community of other founders. The programme helps you validate your product and connect with customers. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. This is for businesses ready to accelerate and scale up.

Gather Business Scale-up Programme

Growth Platform

This programme supports digital, creative, tech and tech-enabled businesses in the Liverpool City Region. It helps growing technology-focused businesses scale up their operations.

Gateway Angels

Gateway Angels

Gateway Angels provides investment funding for early-stage companies with innovative ideas. You can get between £50,000 and £1 million in pre-seed or seed investment. Your company needs a strong management team and a clear plan for how to sell your product or service. This is investment, not a grant, so you will give up equity in your company. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. You need to be based in England to apply.

Help to Grow: Management

Growth Platform

Help to Grow: Management is a 12-week practical programme for small business leaders in Liverpool City Region. It covers all aspects of management including finance, growth strategies, and innovation. Your business must have between 5 and 249 employees. You need to have been trading for at least 12 months. The programme is not available to charities. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Innovation Sprint Programme

Growth Platform

The Innovation Sprint Programme is a fully-funded programme for small and medium enterprises in Liverpool City Region. You must be registered or have your main trading address in Liverpool City Region to apply. Places are limited for eligible SMEs.

ESA Business Incubation Centre United Kingdom

ESA

The ESA Business Incubation Centre helps UK space companies turn their technology into commercial products. You get support and funding to develop your space-related business idea. Your company must be registered in the UK and less than 5 years old. You need to show a clear connection to space technology. You must have a viable business plan that demonstrates commercial potential. The programme provides ongoing support to help you grow your business. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year.

Health & Life Science Fund

LYVA Labs

LYVA Labs offers investment packages between £25,000 and £250,000 for health and life sciences businesses. You must be based in Liverpool City Region. The fund targets innovators who have not yet received equity investment. This is rolling funding with no set deadline. You can use the money to develop health and life science innovations. The funding comes as investment, not a grant, so you will give up some ownership of your business. Applications are accepted throughout the year.

Get help developing your group

Manchester City Council

Manchester City Council offers support and funding to help voluntary and community groups develop their capacity and skills. The grant provides assistance with organisational development and training. It aims to help groups become more sustainable and build stronger community organisations. This is available to voluntary and community groups based in Manchester.

Cultural Partnership Grant Programme 2026-2029

Manchester City Council

Manchester City Council offers multi-year funding for cultural organisations and partnerships in Manchester. The grant supports cultural activities, arts programmes and creative projects that enhance the city's cultural offer. This is a sustained funding programme running from 2026 to 2029.

Kirkby Moor Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations running projects near Kirkby Moor Wind Farm in Cumbria. Projects must benefit communities within eight kilometres of the wind farm. The fund focuses on reducing poverty, improving health, tackling inequality, and promoting climate action. It also supports energy efficiency, environmental improvements, community composting, local food, and wildflower planting. Grants are normally up to £10,000 for one year. Priority is given to projects in the red area shown on the eligibility map.

Laurel House Brampton Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund offers grants of up to £2,000 to charitable and not-for-profit organisations. The money supports activities that benefit people aged 60 and over in the Parish of Brampton and the surrounding area. Priority goes to projects that reduce isolation or improve health and wellbeing for older people. Supported activities include social events, outings, trips, and advice sessions. Projects helping older people with mobility issues or disabilities are also welcome.

Improve your community

Manchester City Council

Manchester City Council offers funding to support projects that enhance local communities and improve quality of life for residents. The grant supports initiatives that address local needs and create positive change in Manchester neighbourhoods. Community groups and organisations working to improve local areas in Manchester can apply.

Claremont, Weaste and Seedley Community Grant

Salford City Council

Funding for community projects benefiting Claremont, Weaste and Seedley residents.

GM Nature Network Grants

GM Nature Network Grants

This grant supports charities and third sector groups in Greater Manchester. It funds work that creates wildlife-rich land as part of the GM Nature Network. The goal is to help deliver the Local Nature Recovery Strategy. Small grants are available, but the exact amounts are not confirmed.

BridgeAI

BridgeAI

BridgeAI provides funding and support to help businesses adopt AI technology. The programme targets companies in agriculture, construction, transportation and creative industries. It offers comprehensive support solutions alongside the funding. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis.

Clean Growth UK

Clean Growth UK

Clean Growth UK helps businesses develop, fund, test and commercialise clean and green innovations. The programme supports businesses across various sectors that are working on environmental technologies and sustainable solutions.

Rochdale Recovery Micro Fund £1k

The Rochdale Recovery Micro Fund provides up to £1,000 for community groups and projects in Rochdale Borough. The money supports voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise organisations that help local people recover and strengthen communities. You must be based in Rochdale Borough to apply. The fund focuses on projects that directly benefit local residents. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. This is a small grants programme run by Rochdale Borough Council.

Eccles Community Committee Grant

Salford City Council

Funding for community projects in Eccles, Winton and Barton. Specific limits apply to start-ups, festivals and lunch clubs.

Manchester Active grants for children and young people’s cycling

Manchester Active offers grants up to £1,000 for cycling projects that help children and young people. Your project must happen within Manchester City Council boundaries. It must benefit Manchester residents. You need to sign up to Manchester Active's Provider Portal after getting funding. You must have £10 million public liability insurance. You need to meet Manchester Active's delivery standards. The application process is rolling with no set deadline.

Rochdale Refugee Welcome Programme (RRWP)

The Rochdale Refugee Welcome Programme supports refugees and asylum seekers in Greater Manchester. It funds English language education and employment support services. The programme focuses on culturally-informed and trauma-aware provision. Services must be designed to meet individual skills and needs. The funding helps people access suitable employment support. No specific funding amounts or deadlines are mentioned. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis.

Tameside Rotary Community Cash Awards

Tameside Rotary wants to fund projects that bring people together to improve their local community. Clubs, societies, voluntary groups, and local charities in Tameside can apply. Your project must show a clear, positive difference for the area. No funding amount or deadline has been published for this grant.

Little Hulton and Walkden Community Grant

Salford City Council

Funding for community projects in Little Hulton and Walkden. The £500 limit applies to one-off events.

Salford Community Committee Grants - Area Funding Guide

Salford City Council

An overview of Salford neighbourhood funding. Choose your area for its criteria and award limits.

Oldham Summer HAF

Oldham Summer HAF

The Holiday Activities and Food (HAF) programme supports children from low-income families during school holidays. It helps tackle food insecurity and the holiday experience gap that affects some children. The programme runs in Oldham and provides activities and food support. Funding amounts are not specified in the available information. The programme appears to run on a rolling basis. You need to contact Oldham Council directly for full eligibility criteria and application details.

Greater Manchester Victims Capacity and Capability Small Grant Fund 2026

The Greater Manchester Victims Capacity and Capability Small Grant Fund supports VCSE organisations helping victims in Greater Manchester. This is part of a 3-year small grants programme that launched in May 2026. The fund prioritises victim support organisations in the voluntary, community and social enterprise sector. You must be based in Greater Manchester to apply. The funding amount and application deadline are not specified. This appears to be a rolling programme with multiple rounds.

One Oldham Fund Developing Recovery Communities Grant

Oldham Council

Oldham Council has set aside funding to support people in recovery from addiction or mental health issues. The money goes to voluntary groups, community organisations, faith groups, and social enterprises in Oldham. Your organisation must work directly with people in recovery to be eligible. Private companies and individuals cannot apply.

Ordsall, Quays, Pendleton and Charlestown Community Grant

Salford City Council

Funding for community projects benefiting Ordsall, Quays, Pendleton and Charlestown residents.

Age Friendly Activities Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund gives small grants to charities and not-for-profit groups in the former South Lakeland district. It supports projects that help older people aged 50 and over take part in community life. Grants are up to £5,000 for one year. The fund focuses on reducing loneliness, encouraging physical activity, and removing barriers to participation. Priority goes to small, volunteer-led groups working in rural or underserved areas. The fund does not pay for existing activities unless the money is used to remove barriers and bring in more people.

Barrow Community Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Barrow-in-Furness. It funds projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, or promote climate action. It also supports projects that improve community facilities or help people reach their potential. Grants are normally up to £3,000 for one year. Priority goes to projects benefiting communities in the former Heart of Barrow wards, including Old Barrow, Hindpool, Ormsgill, Parkside, Risedale, Roosecoate, Hawcoat, and Newbarns.

Beeby Family Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports children and young people in Wigton and the surrounding area. It pays for activities that build life skills, confidence, and employability. It also funds work that helps young people avoid problems later in life. Grants are normally up to £5,000 and cover one year. Multi-year funding may be considered in some cases. Applications from elsewhere in Cumbria may be accepted where there is exceptional need.

Borron Pratt Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Workington, Whitehaven, and along the west coast of Cumbria. Projects must reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, or help people reach their potential. The fund also supports projects that build a sense of place or promote climate action in the area. Grants are normally up to £2,000 for one year. Individuals cannot apply.

Bridget’s Magical Music Pot

Cumbria Community Foundation

This grant supports groups coming together to make music in West Cumbria. It covers equipment, venue hire, tuition, travel, and publicity costs. Grants are normally up to £500. You can apply if you are a charitable or not-for-profit group, or an individual aged 18 or over applying on behalf of a group.

Castles & Coasts Housing Association Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports community projects that benefit tenants and residents in areas served by Castles & Coasts Housing Association. Grants of up to £1,000 are available. Charitable and not-for-profit groups can apply. Priority goes to projects that bring communities together, support employment or skills, improve health and wellbeing, or reduce anti-social behaviour.

CN Group Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund offers grants of up to £2,000 to charities and not-for-profit groups in Cumbria. It supports projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or help people reach their potential. It also funds projects that build community pride or take action on climate change. Past projects include community hall improvements, play area upgrades, and music projects for people with disabilities.

Crofton Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This grant funds community projects in Cumbria that educate the public about agriculture, forestry, and the countryside. It supports activities like exhibitions, lectures, practical demonstrations, field days, and conferences. It also helps maintain woodland, farmland, and buildings used for educational purposes. Grants are normally up to £2,000 for one year.

Cumberland Educational Foundation Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports the education of young people under 25 who live in the former Cumberland area. That covers Allerdale, Copeland, Carlisle, and the northern part of Eden. Individuals can apply for up to £2,000. Organisations can apply for up to £5,000. Household income is considered for individual applications. Funded projects include course costs, equipment, training, and community programmes for young people.

Cumbria Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

The Cumbria Fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. It funds projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or strengthen communities. Grants are normally up to £10,000 for one year. Multi-year funding may be available for some projects. The fund prioritises running costs over equipment or building costs.

Cumbria Industries Amenities Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund gives grants of up to £2,000 to charities and not-for-profit organisations. It supports activities and equipment for disabled people in the Carlisle area. It also funds vocational training and skills development for people with disabilities. Past projects include cookery lessons, accredited training, and sports programmes. Individuals cannot apply.

Eden Rural Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in the Eden District of Cumbria. It pays for services that help adults aged 18 and over live independently and safely at home. Priority goes to projects supporting older people, adults with disabilities or mental health needs, and carers. Funded activities include exercise classes, befriending schemes, and community facility improvements. One-off grants for equipment are also considered. Grants are normally up to £3,000, and multi-year funding may be available.

Edmond Castle Educational Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports the education and training of young people aged 21 and under in Cumbria. Individuals can apply for up to £2,000. Organisations can apply for up to £5,000. The fund covers things like tutor fees, course costs, travel to training, and equipment. Priority goes to young people who are, or have been, in the care of Cumberland Council or Westmorland and Furness Council. Household income is taken into account for individual applications. Multi-year funding may be considered for organisations.

Edwin and Anita Mackay Memorial Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund gives grants to charities and not-for-profit groups running activities for children and young people up to age 18 in the Seaton parish. Grants are normally up to £2,000 for one year. Supported projects include sports coaching, drama workshops, gardening groups, youth club premises hire, and community facility improvements. Individuals cannot apply.

English Lakes Hotels Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund offers grants of up to £1,000 to employees of English Lakes Hotels and local charities or not-for-profit groups. Projects must be in Windermere, Ambleside, Morecambe, or Lancaster. Priority goes to projects tackling hardship, supporting families in crisis, promoting education, apprenticeships, or the Christian church. Past grants have covered funeral costs for families in need and premises hire for homeless young people.

Evening Hill Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund offers grants of up to £2,000 to charities and not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. It supports projects helping young people aged 16 to 25, older people, and people in rural areas. Funded work can tackle poverty, improve health, reduce social inequality, or promote climate action. Priority goes to projects supporting children, young people, and elderly people, especially in rural communities.

Fevara Group Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

The Fevara Group Fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. Grants are up to £3,000 for one year. The fund focuses on reducing poverty, improving health, and tackling social inequality. Priority goes to projects that raise aspirations, support rural and farming communities, or improve knowledge of countryside matters. Examples include educating young people in rural matters, agricultural qualifications for people with disabilities, and community facilities run by grassroots groups. Individuals cannot apply.

Jeffrey Bond Memorial Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports nature conservation and environmental projects in Cumbria. Grants are normally up to £2,000 for one year. It funds things like habitat creation, species conservation, hedge restoration, wildflower planting, and upland path repairs. Priority goes to projects that involve volunteers.

Laidlaw Fund for the Environment

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports wildlife habitat protection and environmental education projects in Cumbria. Projects in Carlisle and the surrounding area are given priority. Grants are normally up to £2,000 for one year. Charitable and not-for-profit organisations can apply. Individuals cannot apply.

Lakeland Disability Support Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund helps disabled people and charitable groups in the former South Lakeland area. It pays for items and support that relieve physical disability, such as electric scooters, hoists, orthopaedic chairs, laptops, specialised software, respite care, and accessible holidays. Grants are normally between £100 and £5,000. Individuals are the priority. The fund will not pay for anything already available through the NHS, social services, or statutory provision. Your household income will be considered if you apply as an individual.

Lawrence Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

The Lawrence Fund supports disadvantaged people in North Cumbria who are studying horticulture or music. Priority goes to young talented musicians, music therapy projects, and gardening-for-health activities. Charities and individuals can both apply. Grants are normally up to £2,000 for one year. If you are an individual, your household income will be considered as part of the assessment.

Liddle Thomson Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in the north Allerdale area, mainly around Wigton and Carlisle. Grants are up to £1,000 for one year. Projects should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote climate action and a sense of place. Priority goes to groups working with children and young people.

Nuclear Waste Services LLWR Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund gives grants of up to £5,000 to charities and not-for-profit groups in the Cumbria area. It supports projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or help people reach their potential. Projects that build a sense of place or promote climate action are also welcome. Groups working with children and young people will be given priority.

Pappagallino Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. It pays for projects that improve health and wellbeing, reduce social and rural isolation, protect the environment, or support farming and rural communities. Grants are up to £10,000, and multi-year funding may be considered. Priority goes to projects that improve mental health, support older people, reduce isolation, or help attract additional funding.

Rowan Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations working to reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote climate action. Grants are normally up to £2,000 for one year. Priority goes to projects supporting children's education, helping people back into work, or keeping older people socially connected. Groups based in the Eden area are also prioritised. Examples of funded work include computer classes, drop-in clubs for older people, and nursery provision.

Strummer Calling Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund offers grants of up to £1,000 to charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. It supports projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote a sense of place and climate action. Projects in the former Carlisle and Eden council areas will be given priority. Past projects include community cinema, Scout camping activities, volunteer expenses, and village hall improvements.

The Border Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

The Border Fund offers grants of up to £2,000 to individuals and not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. It funds projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote climate action. Priority goes to people and groups in rural areas northeast of Carlisle, including north and east of Longtown, through to Gilsland and Newbiggin. The fund particularly wants to support hearing loss clinics, skills and confidence training for adults over 25, domestic abuse training for women's centre staff, and mature students changing career. It can also cover hardship costs that help someone complete a course. Core costs, gap-year funding, and role-specific professional qualifications are not eligible.

The Robinson Family Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

The Robinson Family Fund offers grants of up to £2,000 to support young people with drug or alcohol problems, homeless people, and people with physical disabilities. It also supports aspiring young sportspeople aged 15 to 25 who need help to reach their potential. Charities and not-for-profit organisations based in Cumbria can apply, as can eligible individuals. Priority goes to groups and individuals in West Cumbria and Barrow. Grants to organisations can be paid as a single award or annually for up to three years, depending on progress.

Ullswater Trust Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This grant supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in the Eden area of Cumbria. It funds projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote a sense of place and climate action. Grants are up to £2,000 and run for one year. Past projects include community centre refurbishments, respite for young carers, and playground equipment.

Greater Manchester Green Spaces Fund

The Greater Manchester Green Spaces Fund provides grants to community groups who want to create more accessible, nature-rich green spaces. The fund focuses on areas where green space is most needed. It aims to increase the amount of green space available to local communities. The fund is managed by Action Together. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. You must be a community group operating in Greater Manchester to apply.

Westmorland Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

The Westmorland Community Fund supports community groups in specific towns across Cumbria. Grants range from £500 to £10,000. Priority goes to projects that help young people, improve mental health and wellbeing, or connect with local farming, food, and craft. Multi-year grants are available for projects with strong growth potential. The fund will not support individuals, sports clubs, animal charities, one-off events, trips, or nature projects.

William Milburn Charitable Trust Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This grant supports charities and not-for-profit groups in and around the parish of Brampton, Cumbria. It funds projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote a sense of place and climate action. Past projects include community music festivals, hearing loss clinics, and school garden tools. Grants are normally up to £5,000 for one year.

Workington (Ashfield) Lawn Tennis Club Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports tennis coaching for young people in the former Allerdale area of Cumbria. Charitable and not-for-profit organisations can apply for grants of up to £4,500 for one year. Funding can cover coach employment costs, facility hire, and competition expenses such as referee fees and trophies. Priority is given to projects benefitting young people in Workington and Maryport.

Cheshire Community Foundation - Open Grants Programme 2026

Cheshire Community Foundation

Community funding across Cheshire and Warrington. Micro grants reach £1,000, small grants £2,500, and main grants £15,000 with salary costs or £10,000 without. The next assessment cutoff is 14 October 2026.

Disability Fund for Cumbria

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports disabled people and the organisations that help them into employment. Individuals can apply for up to £1,000 for specialist equipment or training. Organisations can apply for up to £10,000 for projects that help disabled people live independently or find work. Priority goes to local groups that employ disabled people or have disabled trustees. Medical equipment for general health purposes is not funded.

Elizabeth Fell Memorial Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This grant supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Kingstown and the surrounding area. It funds projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, or help people reach their potential. It also supports projects that build community identity or promote climate action. Grants are normally up to £5,000 for one year.

Beverley Charitable Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports young people in hardship to access education and vocational training. It also funds charitable and not-for-profit organisations that help young people reach their potential. Individuals can apply for up to £2,000 per year. Organisations can apply for up to £10,000 per year. Priority is given to individuals living in the former Allerdale and Copeland council areas. Funding can cover courses, books, equipment, travel costs, and bursary support. School trips are not funded.

Liverpool Empty Homes Grant Scheme

Liverpool City Council

Grants of £5,000 to £20,000 per property support repairs that make long-empty Liverpool homes habitable. The council receives tenant nomination rights for three years, with rent at the Local Housing Allowance rate. The scheme-wide funding exceeds £7 million; that is not an individual award.

Local Member Grants Scheme

Lancashire County Council

Local Member Grants offer £100 to £2,000 for eligible community projects in Lancashire. A group can approach more than one county councillor, but its total request across the scheme is capped at £2,000 per financial year. Awards depend on councillor approval and remaining funds.

Champion Grants Scheme

Lancashire County Council

Champion Grants support eligible projects linked to a Lancashire county council Champion’s remit. The minimum award is £100, with no fixed applicant maximum stated; each Champion’s remaining budget limits awards. New Armed Forces and Veterans applications are currently paused while revised arrangements are finalised. Other Champion routes have separate remits.

Live Well Community Fund - Coaching Grants

Action Together

Leaders working in Rochdale Borough can receive up to £1,000 for one-to-one coaching. Action Together offers this support through the Live Well Community Fund while funding remains available.

East Salford Community Grant

Salford City Council

East Salford supports not-for-profit community projects. Awards are usually up to £3,000, but larger requests can be considered where local need and priorities justify them.

Alston Moor Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit groups in the civil parish of Alston Moor. Grants are normally up to £2,000. Projects can cover community events, arts and culture, improving facilities, or climate action. The fund also supports work that reduces poverty, improves health, or tackles social inequality.

Amentum Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund offers grants of up to £1,000 to charities and not-for-profit groups in the former Allerdale and Copeland areas of Cumbria. It supports projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or help people reach their potential. It also funds projects that build community pride or take action on climate. Past projects include climbing equipment for a pre-school, Men in Sheds tools, and drama workshops for young people.

Dowker Bindloss Charity Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations running projects that benefit people in Kendal. It focuses on reducing poverty, improving health, tackling inequality, and helping people reach their potential. Grants are normally up to £1,000 for one year. Past projects include refurbishing a facility for homeless people, a climbing wall for disabled children, and an art project for visually impaired people.

Abbeyfield Carlisle Society Over 55 Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable not-for-profit organisations running projects that benefit people aged 55 and over. It covers activities like exercise classes, befriending groups, digital skills sessions, and improvements to community facilities. Projects must serve communities in the former local authority areas of Allerdale, Carlisle, or Eden. Grants are normally under £5,000 for one year of activity.

Gurney Charitable Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This grant supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in the Keswick, Cockermouth, Aspatria, and Wigton areas. It funds projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote a sense of place and climate action. Organisations in and around Ireby are given priority. Grants are normally up to £2,000 for one year.

Janetta Topsy Laidlaw Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports older people who want to stay in their own homes and are facing significant hardship. Individuals must be supported by a health professional or social worker. Charitable groups helping older people in the Carlisle City Council area can also apply. Grants are normally up to £1,000 over one year. Your household income will be considered when your application is assessed. Individuals can usually only receive one award from this fund.

Joyce Wilkinson Charitable Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This grant supports charitable and not-for-profit groups working in or near the parishes of Rosley, Westward, Wigton, and Aspatria in North Cumbria. It was set up in memory of Joyce Wilkinson, who spent her life in Rosley and Westward. Priority goes to groups helping older adults, children, and young people, or those managing village facilities like halls, play areas, and schools. There is no minimum or maximum grant amount. Each application is judged on its own merits, with closeness to Rosley and Westward being a key factor.

Kipling Fund for Younger People

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund gives grants of up to £2,000 to charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. The money supports children, young people, and families. Priority goes to projects helping young people with mental health needs, children and young people generally, and households on low incomes. Funded projects have included youth groups, young carers' projects, educational work for teenagers, and equipment for family groups. School trips are not funded.

Moorhouse Grassroots Grants Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations working to reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote climate action. Projects that nurture a sense of place are also welcome. Grants are normally up to £10,000 for one year. Projects benefiting people and communities in North Cumbria will be given preference.

Nuvia Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

The Nuvia Fund offers grants of up to £1,000 to charities and not-for-profit organisations. It supports projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, or promote climate action. Your project must benefit communities in the former local authority areas of Allerdale and Copeland in Cumbria. Priority goes to projects that improve young people's employability, build healthier communities, or have environmental and sustainability goals.

Programme and Project Partners (PPP) Social Impact Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports people and organisations in the former Allerdale and Copeland areas of Cumbria. It pays for training, skills development, and activities that help adults get into work. Individuals aged 18 and over can apply for grants between £500 and £2,000. Charities and not-for-profit organisations can apply for up to £10,000. Organisations must show they have secured, or are working towards, at least 50% match funding. Priority goes to projects helping unemployed people, those with complex barriers to work, and people in deprived areas.

Roselands Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports projects that help people with disabilities, learning difficulties, or older adults. You must be based in the former Eden or South Lakeland council areas. Grants are normally up to £5,000 for one year. Eligible projects include exercise sessions, activity groups, village hall projects, and equipment like adapted tricycles.

The Forrest Family Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

The Forrest Family Fund supports children and young people in Cumbria. Grants go to charitable and not-for-profit organisations. Projects should reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, help young people reach their potential, nurture a sense of place, or promote climate action. Examples include youth group activities, training vouchers for young farmers, skills development, and community gardens. Grants are normally up to £4,000 for one year.

The Solway Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charities and not-for-profit groups working with children and young people in Maryport and Workington. It pays for activities that build confidence, life skills, and personal development. Mentoring, peer support, and accredited training are all eligible. Grants are normally up to £2,000 for one year.

Thomas Graham Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports voluntary-led groups running sport projects for young people. It covers things like team uniforms, sports equipment, and coaching courses. You can apply for grants of up to £2,000. Projects must be based in Carlisle or West Cumbria.

Altrad Babcock Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund offers grants of up to £1,000 for charitable and not-for-profit organisations. It supports projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote climate action. Projects that build community pride and a sense of place are also welcome. You must be based in or serve people in Allerdale, Barrow, Carlisle, or Copeland.

The Barker Family Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

The Barker Family Fund supports young people and education in Cumbria. Charitable and not-for-profit organisations can apply for grants up to £5,000. Individuals aged 25 and under, including young farmers, can apply for up to £1,000. The fund can pay for business training, employment support for young people with disabilities, further qualifications, and life skills programmes. Household income is considered for individual applicants. The fund will not pay for staff costs at youth groups, trips, university costs, or nursery schools.

CCL Secure Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund offers grants of up to £2,500 to charitable and not-for-profit organisations. It supports projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, or help people reach their potential. Projects that build a sense of place or promote climate action are also welcome. You must be based in or working in the former Allerdale or Copeland council areas in Cumbria.

Catherine Alexander Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund offers grants of up to £2,000 to charities and not-for-profit groups in Kendal and the surrounding area. It supports projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or help people reach their potential. Projects focused on climate action or a sense of place are also welcome. Priority goes to work supporting children, young people, and those building life skills and aspirations.

Cumbria Community Resilience Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports voluntary, community and parish-level groups in Cumbria to prepare for and recover from emergencies. It covers practical costs like resilience equipment, power backup, communication tools, community events, and planning support. Organisations supporting minority ethnic communities, disabled people, carers, or people facing social barriers are especially encouraged to apply. To be eligible, your group must already have an emergency plan, be part of a community emergency hub, or commit to developing one as part of the project. Funded groups must agree to act as a local contact point during emergencies and share information with their community.

David and Margaret Rankin Fund (Skills and Training)

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports young people in Cumbria to build skills and confidence for work or business. Individuals can apply for up to £1,000. Charities and not-for-profit organisations can apply for up to £5,000. Funded activities include business training, mentoring, industry certificates, and travel for work experience. Farming-related projects for young people are a priority. Multi-year funding may be considered.

Education Fund (Cumbria)

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports education and learning for people in Cumbria. Individuals and local organisations can both apply. Grants are normally up to £2,000 per year. The fund covers things like course costs, books, equipment, travel, sports kit, and training. Priority goes to projects building academic, social, life, employment, sport, or artistic skills. For individuals, your household income will be taken into account.

Fairfield Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in communities near the Fairfield Wind Farm in Pica, Cumbria. It funds projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote climate action. It also supports environmental sustainability, community facilities, and energy efficiency improvements for low-income residents. Grants are normally up to £10,000 for one year.

Abbeyfield Carlisle Society Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in the Allerdale, Carlisle, and Eden areas of Cumbria. It pays for projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or help people reach their potential. It also funds projects that build community identity or promote climate action. Grants are normally up to £5,000 for one year.

Johnson Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Grants to individuals and organisations for initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, and help people reach their potential, or for projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action in the former local authority areas of Allerdale, Carlisle, Eden, and South Lakeland. Donor Private individuals Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations • individuals under the age of 30 Priority will be given to projects that: • help carers of people with dementia • support young people to fulfil their potential Examples of projects supported: • music therapy sessions for disabled children • training materials for students to increase their skills base and employability • ‘time-out’ trip for carers of those with mental health issues • contribution to living costs for a student studying for a MMus (conducting) degree How much can you apply for? Grants will normally be up to £3,000 over one year. Household income will be considered in the assessment of an application for an individual. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here If you would like further information about this fund please contact: Lisa Blackwell, Grants and Programmes Officer, on 01900 820828 or email lisa@cumbriafoundation.org.

Lamont Pridmore Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Grants to organisations for initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, and help people reach their potential, or for projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action in the former local authority of Allerdale, and particularly in the Workington area. Donor Lamont Pridmore Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations Examples of projects supported: • theatre workshops for schoolchildren in deprived areas • coaching training for local trampoline club • kit and equipment for junior football club • premises hire for youth club activities • music workshops and master classes in schools What the Fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • individuals How much can you apply for? Grants will normally be up to £3,000 over one year. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here If you would like further information about this fund please contact: Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or email grants@cumbriafoundation.org

Live the Dream Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Grants to individuals and organisations in the former local authorities of Allerdale and Copeland to enable access to educational or training activity which raises career aspirations. Donor BNFL Who can apply? • young people living in Allerdale or Copeland, with priority given to those aged 16-25. Individuals will need to provide evidence of excellence in their chosen field. • Charitable, not-for-profit organisations which directly benefit individuals in the former local authorities of Allerdale and Copeland. Groups will need to provide evidence of how they will/are raising aspirations for young people in Allerdale and Copeland. Examples of projects supported: • living costs for individual studying at university • coaching and training costs for a promising young athlete • apprenticeship wages for youth organisation • event to promote career aspirations in young people • employment programme for young people What the Fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • school trips • expeditions • family holidays How much can you apply for? Grants to individuals will be up to £2,000 over one year. Household income will be considered in the assessment of the application. Grants to organisations will be up to £10,000 over one year. Multiple-year funding may be considered. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here If you would like to know more about this fund please contact: Tracy Cheesbrough Grants & Programmes Officer, on 01900 512395 or email: tracy@cumbriafoundation.org.

Matson Ground Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Overview Grants to support projects that are triggered by community need and that bring people together to address shared challenges, foster social action, and improve local spaces. The Fund aims to: • strengthen communities and improve people’s lives through local, community-led projects • respond quickly and flexibly to emerging and urgent need • support creative ideas to tackle social or environmental issues and enable communities to be more resilient in the long term The Fund aligns with the Cumbria Lieutenancy’s Strategy, which was launched in September 2025. Donor Alex and Samantha Scott Who can apply? • small, grassroots charitable, not-for-profit, and volunteer-led organisations based in Cumbria • larger county-wide charitable groups can apply, but ONLY if their values and approach closely match the Fund’s aims and guiding principles What the Fund will support: • project-based activity • unrestricted and core funding ONLY if the organisation’s objectives are closely aligned with the Fund’s aims and We are particularly interested in projects that: • support young people, especially in rural and underserved communities • address the needs of vulnerable or underrepresented groups • promote volunteering, civic participation, and community engagement • champion environmental sustainability and climate-conscious practices • create opportunities for people to work together and take collective action on local priorities What the Fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • individuals • national charities • planned building improvements How much can you apply for? Grants will typically range from £1,000 to £15,000. Larger or multiple-year grants may be considered in exceptional circumstances. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here If you would like further information about this fund please contact: Sarah Thompson on 01900 820821 or email sarah@cumbriafoundation.org

Quarry Hill Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Grants to organisations with initiatives that improve health and help people reach their full potential. Preference will be given to projects that benefit people and communities in North Cumbria. Donor Anonymous Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations working with young people to promote participation in sport, particularly for those who face barriers to involvement Priority will be given to projects that: • support children and young people facing significant challenges or barriers • address issues in rural communities where access to opportunities is limited Examples of projects supported: • equipment for a netball club • provision of cricket activities for females • wheelchair football sessions • floodlights for a community lawn tennis club • achievement programme for young people • lakeside residential youth training and activity centre What the fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • individuals How much can you apply for? Grants will normally be up to £5,000 over one year. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here For further information about this fund please contact: Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or email siona@cumbriafoundation.org

Staff 10th Anniversary Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Grants to individuals and organisations for initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, and help people reach their potential, or for projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. Donor Current and former staff of Cumbria Community Foundation Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations • individuals Examples of projects supported: • specialised bed for a severely disabled child • travel costs for an elderly man to visit the grave of his father who was killed in WWII • hospitality and cooking course for a socially disadvantaged young person • community Sports-for-All day to boost confidence and self-esteem in young people How much can you apply for? Grants will normally be up to £1,000 over one year. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here For further information about this fund please contact: Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or email siona@cumbriafoundation.org

The Janet Hartley Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Grants to organisations delivering projects that benefit communities within the towns and surrounding areas of Appleby, Brough, Kendal, Kirkby Stephen, Penrith, Sedbergh, and Tebay. Donor Out of Eden Limited Background Janet Hartley founded the Kirkby Stephen-based company Out of Eden in 1993 with her husband Ian. For over 30 years her passion was leading her team, with Out of Eden becoming the town’s biggest employer. Janet was a committed Christian so the company has always tithed its profits, giving 10% to charity every year. This Fund was created for Out of Eden in 2016 and renamed The Janet Hartley Fund in 2025. Janet grew up on a farm in the highlands of Kenya, where she got her work ethic and sense of personal responsibility. She learned from her father’s relationship with their farmworkers the importance of treating people fairly and valuing those with the least rather than those with the most, which was reinforced by her faith. Janet believed in community service and in supporting organisations that strengthened local society. She chaired the governors at Kirkby Stephen Grammar School, volunteered with various charities and committees, including the Appleby Heritage Centre and the Cumbria Community Foundation, and was asked to be High Sheriff of Cumbria but died before she could carry out the role. The aim of this fund is to continue to support local charities and organisations that strengthen local communities and help those in need, as Janet did. Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations Examples of projects supported: • family support worker in Eden • youth mentoring and skills development programmes • activities for rurally isolated older people • vocational training and education for people with disabilities What the fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • individuals How much can you apply for? Grants will normally be up to £5,000 over one year. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here If you would like further information about this fund please contact: Tracy Cheesbrough on 01900 512395 or email tracy@cumbriafoundation.org

The Sarah Nelson Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Overview Inspired by the values of Sarah Nelson who created Grasmere Gingerbread® in 1854, this fund puts people before profit. It supports charitable organisations across Cumbria that help individuals reach their full potential. 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 • tackle food poverty Donor Grasmere Gingerbread® is a unique, spicy-sweet cross between a biscuit and cake that was invented in 1854 by humble Victorian cook Sarah Nelson in her Church Cottage home in Grasmere – today The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop. Feted by royalty, leading chefs and celebrities, Grasmere Gingerbread® is still freshly baked 362 days of the year inside The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop which is run by the third generation Hunter family who proudly safeguard its culinary heritage. The fund’s priorities reflect the life and values of Sarah Nelson, the inventor of Grasmere Gingerbread®, who overcame poverty through resilience, creativity, and community spirit: • Homelessness: Sarah was raised in poverty by a single mother, and later in life her own family qualified for ‘poor and needy’ housing at Church Cottage. • Education: Sarah taught local schoolchildren to read using letters made from Grasmere Gingerbread®. Her home, Church Cottage, was originally the village school built in 1630 from public donations – showing Cumbria’s long-standing commitment to education. • Entrepreneurism: Sarah used her creativity, determination and entrepreneurial flair to build a business and lift her family out of poverty. • Food: Sarah invented Grasmere Gingerbread® as a way to generate income and support her family, showing how food can be a powerful tool for change. Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations Priority will be given to projects that: • help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness • improve education for children and adults • encourage creative and sustainable business ideas • tackle food poverty What the Fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • individuals How much can you apply for? Grants will normally be £5,000 or less over one year. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here If you would like further information about this fund please contact: Sarah Thompson on 01900 820821 or email sarah@cumbriafoundation.org.

Thomas Armstrong Construction Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Overview The Thomas Armstrong Construction Community Fund focuses on supporting communities in and around their Head Office location and sites where Thomas Armstrong (Construction) Ltd and Washington Homes operate. Grants are available for organisations that aim to improve lives by: • creating opportunities for people to escape poverty, • providing skills, education, and training to help individuals achieve their full potential, or • promoting better health Current areas of benefit: Flimby, Workington, Maryport, Whitehaven, Cleator Moor, Gilcrux, Millom, Moor Row, Penrith and Wigton. Donor Thomas Armstrong (Construction) Ltd Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations Priority will be given to projects that: • improve the lives of children and families in need of extra support • offer inclusive activities and reduce isolation • promote better mental health and wellbeing • build stronger, more resilient communities What the Fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • individuals How much can you apply for? Grants will normally be up to £2,000 over one year. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here If you would like further information about this fund please contact: Lisa Blackwell, Grants and Programmes Officer, on 01900 820828 or email lisa@cumbriafoundation.org

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

Cumbria Community Foundation

Grants to organisations in the Barrow-in Furness area that support young peoples’ personal development, education and involvement in the community and environmental initiatives. Donor Anonymous Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations Priority will be given to projects which support one of the following aims: • training in leadership, self-discipline and life skills for young people • respect for the environment Examples of projects supported: • sailing trip for disadvantaged young people • equipment for a judo or karate club • training costs for Scouts or Guides • running costs or building repairs for Sea Cadets What the fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • individuals How much can you apply for? Grants will normally be up to £1,000 over one year. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here For further information about this fund please contact: Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or email siona@cumbriafoundation.org

Brian & Ann Clark Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in projects that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, or promote climate action. Priority goes to projects helping families, young carers, and people with disabilities. It also supports small charities facing financial crisis, rural communities, and the preservation of historic buildings. Grants are normally up to £10,000 for one year. Multi-year funding may be considered.

Cumbria Home from Home Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund gives grants to charities and not-for-profit organisations in and around the Lake District National Park. It supports 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 are also welcome. Grants are normally up to £5,000 for one year.

Genesis Homes Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund gives grants to charities and not-for-profit groups in Cumbria. It supports projects that benefit communities near Genesis Homes developments. Current development areas include Seaton, Carlisle, Penrith, Kendal, Halton, Kirkby Lonsdale, and Penrith. Grants are normally up to £3,000 for one year. Priority goes to projects helping children and families, older people, health and wellbeing, and community resilience. Individuals cannot apply.

herdyfund

Cumbria Community Foundation

The herdyfund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations in Cumbria. It focuses on rural communities, especially upland fell farming. Grants can also fund projects that reduce social isolation or find new solutions to problems facing farmers and rural communities. Grants are normally up to £1,000 for one year. Multi-year funding may be considered.

Cumberland and Westmorland Herald Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund offers grants of up to £2,000 to charitable and not-for-profit organisations in the Cumberland and Westmorland Herald's circulation area. That includes Penrith, Appleby-in-Westmorland, Kirkby Stephen, and Alston. Your project must reduce poverty, improve health, tackle inequality, help people reach their potential, promote a sense of place, or support climate action. Past projects include riding workshops for disabled people, community building improvements, and exercise classes for older people.

Cumbria Young People’s Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This fund supports charitable and not-for-profit organisations running projects for young people aged 14 to 22 in Cumbria. It pays for activities that help young people build life skills, confidence, and reach their potential. Projects can include youth group activities, counselling, and skills programmes. Grants are normally up to £10,000 per year.

Geoffrey Blake Architectural Heritage Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

This grant funds community projects with architectural merit in Cumbria. It supports things like renovating memorials, crosses, and public building features, creating sculptures, and restoring historical bridleways. Only charitable and not-for-profit organisations can apply. Grants are normally up to £2,000, but larger amounts may be awarded.

Kipling Fund for Older People

Cumbria Community Foundation

The Kipling Fund for Older People offers grants of up to £1,000 to charities and community groups in Cumbria. Projects must benefit older people in the area. Funded work can include reducing poverty, improving health, tackling social inequality, or helping people reach their potential. Projects that build a sense of place or promote climate action are also welcome. Examples of supported projects include social inclusion activities for isolated older people, support groups for people with dementia, and local groups for people affected by heart conditions or strokes.

Printers Inc Social Mobility Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Grants to organisations supporting young people aged 14-25 who reside in Cumbria to improve their life skills, education, employability, and enterprise. Donor CN Group Limited (proprietor of Cumbria Newspapers) Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations Priority will be given to activities that support: • acquisition of academic or social skills • acquisition of life or employment skills • training programmes and internships • acquisition of further qualifications which open job opportunities • development of moral, educational, and mental capabilities • raising aspirations and opportunities Examples of activities that could be supported: • equipment to support further education • employability programmes • bringing businesses and young people together equipping them for work • interview training • programmes for young people studying music, sport, or the arts What the fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • individuals How much can you apply for? There is no minimum or maximum award amount. Multi-year funding may be considered. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here For further information about this fund please contact: Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or email siona@cumbriafoundation.org

Shepley Group Grassroots Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Grants to organisations for initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, and help people reach their potential, or for projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. Priority will be given to projects that benefit people and communities in areas where Shepley Group employees live, specifically within the former local authority districts of Allerdale, Barrow-in-Furness, Carlisle, and Copeland. Donor Shepley Engineers Limited Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations Examples of projects supported: • equipment for a junior football club • community café • community allotment • refurbishment of cellar to be used for a men’s workshop • functional skill classes for unemployed people ages 16+ • respite activity for young carers What the Fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • individuals How much can you apply for? Grants will normally be up to £2,000 over one year. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here For further information about this fund please contact: Annalee Holliday, Head of Grants Practice & Programmes, on 01900 820824 or email annalee@cumbriafoundation.org

The Brian Crowe Community & Conservation Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Overview Grants for groups in Cumbria to support: 1) Community: people facing specific health‑related or emergency circumstances. Area of benefit: Furness and South Lakeland or 2) Conservation: nature conservation and preservation; improvement and restoration of habitats and upland farming landscapes; and the protection of wildlife, native species and heritage breeds. Area of benefit: Cumbria Donor The Brian Crowe Community & Conservation Fund has been set up in honour of Brian, a true countryman and farmer for over 60 years. A man of few words, Brian loved and revered nature and was skilled in the old ways, always working in harmony with the environment and never against it. The fund was created to help people like Brian to care for and nurture the landscape of our beautiful county of Cumbria and the unique wildlife and habitat within it, and to preserve it for generations to come. Who can apply? • charitable, not-for-profit organisations Examples of activity supported include: Community – priority will be given to: • palliative or end of life care • specialist provision for people with visual impairments • search and rescue services Conservation: • species conservation (priority for red squirrel conservation) • protection of heritage breeds • habitat creation, restoration and improvement • traditional rural and land‑based working practices What the Fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions: • individuals How much can you apply for? • The maximum grant will normally be up to £5,000. • Multiple-year funding may be considered. How to apply? • All applications are now made through our online application portal • Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here For further information about this fund please contact: Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or email siona@cumbriafoundation.org