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Location

England, South East England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

Sussex Community Foundation offers grants to small charities and voluntary groups in Sussex. The funding helps tackle disadvantage and build community resilience. They especially want to hear from groups led by or supporting people from underrepresented communities. Small to medium community groups are particularly welcome to apply.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

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Key requirements:

  • Must be a small charity or voluntary group
  • Must work in communities across Sussex
  • Priority given to organisations led by or supporting underrepresented communities
Who is this for?

This grant is for small charities and voluntary groups based in Sussex. It suits organisations working with disadvantaged communities, especially those led by or supporting underrepresented groups. It is not for large charities or businesses.

Funder track record
Last published award 2025Open to first-time applicants

Awards published

1,156

Typical award

£5,000

Most awards

£2,866 to £8,338

Most funded region

South East

108 awards in 2025, down from 413 the year before.

Recent awards include Camber Residents Association (£500, 2025), Tilling Green Events CIC (£2,400, 2025) and Rye Wurlitzer Academy (£800, 2025).

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Full details from Sussex Community Foundation

Sussex Community Foundation provides grants to small charities and voluntary groups working in communities across Sussex. The grants help address disadvantage and deprivation and build resilience across Sussex. They particularly welcome applications from organisations led by and supporting people from underrepresented communities, and those from small-to-medium-sized community groups.

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Last updated: 5 August 2026