Grants in North Yorkshire: what is open now
As of 29 October 2026, GrantMatch lists 7 live grants for organisations in North Yorkshire. 2 close in the next 30 days, the first on 5 November 2026, 3 are open all year and 0 were added this week.
Last checked 28 October 2026.
Every grant on this page is limited to North Yorkshire or to a town, district or council area within it, as named by the funder. Funders with open grants here include North Yorkshire Council, The Woodsmith Foundation and National Grid (administered by Localgiving). Because each one is local, far fewer organisations can apply than for a national fund. Grants open across all of Yorkshire and The Humber are on our Yorkshire and The Humber page.
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North Yorkshire Staying Healthy, Independent and Connected (SHIC) Grants
North Yorkshire Council
North Yorkshire Council is inviting applications to its Staying Healthy, Independent and Connected (SHIC) grants programme. The aim is to help mainly older people stay active, independent and connected to their communities. The programme funds locally based voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations to run community-led activities. These activities should support older people's independence, wellbeing and social connections. It suits charities and community groups that work with older people in one of the 12 listed areas. SHIC is a three-year programme starting on 1 April 2027, with the possibility of a further two-year extension. The maximum annual grant depends on where you work. In Harrogate and Scarborough you can receive up to £30,000 a year. In Selby Town and Rural the limit is £25,000 a year. In the other areas, the limit is £15,000 a year. These areas are Knaresborough, Ripon, Richmond, Catterick and Colburn, Whitby, Helmsley and Kirkbymoorside, Pickering, Malton and Norton, and Sherburn. To get the programme guidance and application form, you email the council. Allow time for a reply before you start writing your application. The deadline is 9am on Monday 23 November 2026. Note the early morning cut-off. Do not plan to finish your application later that day, as you will miss it. Official source: https://www.communityfirstyorkshire.org.uk/grants-available-to-help-older-people-stay-healthy-independent-and-connected/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 28 October 2026.
Woodsmith Foundation Community Grants
The Woodsmith Foundation
The Woodsmith Foundation's Community Grants fund local projects that do good things in their communities. You can apply for capital or revenue grants of between £2,001 and £10,000. The final 2026 round closes at 10am on 5 November 2026, and there is £120,000 to share in this round. The Foundation will support projects that increase opportunities for better life chances. It also funds projects that improve lives and places, or tackle issues that harm local people. A third focus is bringing people together through local spaces, resources and activities that offer pleasure, learning or community action. Priority goes to projects that support people most at disadvantage, including those facing barriers that lead to inequality. The fund suits organisations working in the Borough of Redcar and Cleveland, the Borough of Scarborough or the North York Moors National Park. Funding is split into two upper limits, with specific categories set out in a table in the 2026 Community Grants Guidance. The guidance also explains which types of organisation can apply and which projects are funded, so read it before you start. You apply through an online form. You can save your progress and come back later. Saved links last 30 days, and file uploads are not saved, so add your files last. If you cannot apply online, the Foundation will work with you to find another way. Keep in mind that you can only apply once in 12 months. If you receive between £7,000 and £10,000, the Foundation will also hold a follow-up meeting with you to discuss outcomes. Official source: https://www.woodsmithfoundation.org.uk/apply-now. Last checked by GrantMatch on 28 October 2026.
Funders with open grants in North Yorkshire
- North Yorkshire Council (3 open)
- The Woodsmith Foundation (2 open)
- National Grid (administered by Localgiving) (1 open)
- Ripon City Council (1 open)
By grant size
| Largest award | Open grants |
|---|---|
| Up to £10,000 | 5 |
| £10,001 to £100,000 | 2 |
| Over £100,000 | 0 |
| Amount varies or not stated | 0 |
All open grants in North Yorkshire (7)
No deadline listed
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North Yorkshire Councillor Locality Budgets 2026/27
North Yorkshire Council
North Yorkshire Council gives each of its councillors a budget of £5,000 a year to respond to local needs. Councillors use it to recommend small amounts of funding for specific activities in the communities they represent. The money supports activities that promote the social, economic or environmental wellbeing of local communities. It can fund projects run by external organisations, or pay for additional services provided by the council itself. This is not a grants programme, and each councillor decides how they wish to promote and use their own budget. The council's page helps you find who your local councillor is. The council publishes every approved allocation, so you can see how the money has been used. Since May 2025, awards have gone to a wide mix of local groups, including parish councils, village halls, schools, scout groups, sports clubs, food banks, festivals and community interest companies. Most awards are a few hundred pounds up to around £1,000, with some larger awards of up to £5,000. Recent examples include Christmas lights, defibrillators, notice boards, speed signs, warm spaces, playground improvements and village hall repairs. This could suit you if you run a small, practical community project in North Yorkshire and your councillor sees it as meeting a local need. Keep in mind that each councillor has a set amount for the year and chooses where it goes, so any funding is entirely at their discretion. Official source: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/community-and-volunteering/community-and-volunteering/councillor-locality-budgets. Official source: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/community-and-volunteering/community-and-volunteering/councillor-locality-budgets. Last checked by GrantMatch on 28 October 2026.
North Yorkshire Inspire Fund
North Yorkshire Council
The Inspire Fund from North Yorkshire Council offers grants of up to £1,000 to help resident groups and community organisations start something new. It backs new groups, new activities and new ideas, especially where community-led social action can grow and more people can come together to make a positive difference. You can use the money to run new community events or activities, cover start-up costs for new projects or services, or buy small items of re-usable equipment you need for the new activity. Your idea should increase social interaction, encourage neighbourliness, improve wellbeing, or help your community become more resilient and able to respond to local challenges. The fund suits not-for-profit groups based in North Yorkshire, or delivering their project there. Grants are a one-off contribution to the cost of an eligible project. Your application should show how the project can be delivered without needing future support from this fund. Before you apply, you must speak to a member of the local Communities Team. They will talk through your idea and tell you whether it fits the fund. They will then either advise you to apply or point you towards other funding that suits your project better. The council aims to give you a decision within 20 working days of applying. One important caveat: the fund will not pay the ongoing costs of existing projects. It also will not fund large capital items, major building work, ongoing staff costs or repeat events. If the Inspire grant would cover less than 10% of your total costs, your project is not eligible. You can only have one live application at a time, and a single organisation can apply only once every six months. Official source: https://www.northyorks.gov.uk/community-and-volunteering/grants-and-funding/community-and-volunteering/grants-and-funding/inspire-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 28 October 2026.
Woodsmith Foundation Small Grants for Everyday Essentials and Activities
The Woodsmith Foundation
The Woodsmith Foundation offers small grants of between £50 and £2,000 to help organisations do good things in their communities. This is a new offer for 2026. It is designed as a quicker, simpler route for smaller items that need to be bought sooner. Community organisations can use the money to buy the items they need to run their group. All organisations can also apply for kit, equipment, qualifications, or time-limited activities delivered over six months. The guidance document explains in full what you can apply for, so read it before you start. The fund suits organisations working in the Borough of Redcar and Cleveland, the Borough of Scarborough or the North York Moors National Park. The Foundation had smaller grassroots groups especially in mind. If your project is longer or larger, or involves a contribution to a building, the Foundation's Community Grants may suit you better. There is no single closing date. Applications received by the last Monday of each month go to that month's decision panel. You will hear the decision within two weeks. If you are successful, you have six months from the date of your offer letter to spend the grant. Reporting is kept light, with the main focus on a photograph. The total pot for 2026 is £70,000. One practical tip: the online form lets you save and resume, but it does not save file uploads. Upload your files last. If you cannot complete the form online, contact the Foundation and they will work with you to find the best way for you to apply. Official source: https://www.woodsmithfoundation.org.uk/apply-now. Last checked by GrantMatch on 28 October 2026.
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Questions
What grants are open in North Yorkshire right now?
Today GrantMatch lists 7 live grants limited to North Yorkshire or places within it. 2 close in the next 30 days and 3 have no fixed deadline.
Who funds grants in North Yorkshire?
Today the funders with the most open grants here are North Yorkshire Council, The Woodsmith Foundation and National Grid (administered by Localgiving). Each grant page links to the funder's own guidance.
Are UK-wide grants included?
No. This page only lists grants that name North Yorkshire or a place inside it, so it is not padded with national funds. Organisations here can also apply for grants open across Yorkshire and The Humber and the whole UK, which are on our Yorkshire and The Humber and UK-wide pages.
How do you check these grants?
We collect grants from official funder pages, GOV.UK, councils and community foundations, and remove them when they close. Each grant page links to its source and shows when we last checked it. Always confirm the details with the funder before you apply.