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Eastern Green Link 1 Community Benefit Fund Local Grants

Foundation Scotland (SP Energy Networks)

£20,001 - £500,000Scotland

This SP Energy Networks community benefit fund, run by Foundation Scotland, offers large grants of £20,001 to £500,000 for projects in the West Barns, Dunbar, East Lammermuir and Cockburnspath and Cove community council areas. It backs community buildings, green spaces, transport, skills, health and financial resilience projects. Multi-year awards of up to two years are possible and the fund can cover all eligible costs. Applications close on 6 November 2026. Smaller requests go to the Localgiving Grassroots Grants scheme instead. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/Eastern-Green-Link1. Last checked by GrantMatch on 22 October 2026.

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Beinneun Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

Funding amount not listedScotland

The Beinneun Community Fund supports projects that benefit people living in the Glengarry and Fort Augustus community council areas, including Glenmoriston. It is provided by Beinneun Wind Farm Ltd, which owns and runs the Beinneun wind farm, and is managed by Foundation Scotland. Around £500,000 a year is available for the life of the wind farm, which is expected to be up to 25 years from 2017. There is no fixed grant size. The Flexible Fund offers single year grants for short term activities and projects, and multi year grants for larger community investments. Multi year applications must show a broad range of community benefits, work with other local organisations, a clear project plan, measurable outcomes and strong governance. The fund can also pay for governance and organisation development costs, through the single year strand for grants under £5,000. It suits community groups and organisations that have a constitution and run on a not-for-profit basis. You do not need to be a registered charity, but your project must be charitable or for community benefit. You will need to explain how your project improves the economic, social or environmental sustainability of these communities. The next application deadline is 9 November 2026. The Community Panel then meets on 7 December 2026 to consider applications. One practical point: grants must normally be spent within one year of being awarded, unless the Panel agrees otherwise. Match funding is not required, but evidence of other income or fundraising will strengthen your application. Decisions are final and there is no appeals process. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/beinneun-community. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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The Beinneun Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

Funding amount not listedScotland

The Beinneun Community Fund pays for projects that benefit residents of the Glengarry and Fort Augustus community council areas, including Glenmoriston, in Highland. Foundation Scotland runs it, and Beinneun Wind Farm Ltd, which owns and operates the Beinneun wind farm, provides the money. The Flexible Fund has two strands. Single year grants cover short-term activities and projects. Multi-year grants give community groups steadier funding. For these you need to show a broad range of community benefits, work with other local organisations, present a clear project plan with measurable outcomes, and prove excellent governance. You can also apply for governance and organisation development costs. These go through the single year strand, for grants under £5,000. There is no fixed grant size. The next application deadline is 9 November 2026, and the Community Panel meets on 7 December 2026 for that round. Community groups and organisations with a constitution, set up on a not-for-profit basis, can apply. You do not need to be a registered charity, but your project must be charitable or for community benefit. You will need to explain how it improves the economic, social or environmental sustainability of the local communities. Match funding is not required, though evidence of other funding or your own contributions will strengthen your application. Grants must normally be spent within one year of being awarded, unless the Panel agrees otherwise. Decisions are final and there is no appeals process. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/beinneun-community. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Heart of Bucks Connected Communities Fund

Heart of Bucks Community Foundation

Funding amount not listedSouth East England

A £180,000 two-year fund for work that helps Buckinghamshire residents build lasting social connections and tackles isolation, such as welcoming people into activities, first-step support, better referral routes and transport or access barriers. Amount: Up to about £90,000 a year in total across no more than three grants, for two years. Expressions of interest close midday on 11 November 2026. Who can apply: Charitable, voluntary and community organisations working in Buckinghamshire. No more than three grants a year are expected. How to apply: Read the fund page and Heart of Bucks application resources, then apply online through the link on the fund page. Call 01296 330134 for help. Official source: https://heartofbucks.org/connected-communities/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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The Deutsche Bank Opportunity Fund

Heart of England Community Foundation

£1,000 - £5,000West Midlands

The Deutsche Bank Opportunity Fund is run by Heart of England Community Foundation. It supports registered charities, and community and voluntary organisations working to reduce homelessness across Birmingham. Grants of between £1,000 and £5,000 are available. The fund backs work that tackles disadvantage, prevents or eases poverty by providing food, offers activities that improve quality of life, and supports local solutions to meet local needs. If you are a charity or community group working on homelessness in Birmingham, this fund could suit you. It is a good fit for small, practical projects rather than large-scale programmes. The application deadline is 11 November 2026. Any grant you receive must be spent within 12 months of receipt, so it helps to plan your project timeline before you apply. One practical point to keep in mind: the foundation says it may close the fund early if it receives a high volume of applications. That means it is wise not to leave your application until the last minute. Before you apply, the foundation asks you to read the Fund Factsheet and its Essential Information. These will help you check that your project fits and that you have everything you need ready. You can start your application through the apply now button on the fund page. Official source: https://www.heartofenglandcf.org/deutsche-bank-opportunity-fund-2/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Stroupster Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund

Foundation Scotland

Up to £25,000Scotland

The Stroupster Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund, run by Foundation Scotland, offers grants of up to £25,000 for charitable activity that benefits people in the Dunnet & Canisbay Community Council area in Caithness, Highland. The money comes from Schroders Greencoat, owner of Stroupster Wind Farm. The fund backs projects that improve communications and transport, community assets and facilities, opportunities for young people and older people, enterprise and tourism, the natural environment, and culture and heritage. If your idea does not fit neatly but meets evidenced local need and shows strong community support, it may still be considered where funds allow. The fund can also cover core running costs, salaries, feasibility work and requests spread over up to three years, each with extra conditions. Groups and organisations working to benefit people in the area can apply. You do not need to be a registered charity. About 20% of the fund can go to projects outside the area, as long as residents of Dunnet & Canisbay clearly benefit. There are three rounds a year, closing on 15 March, 15 July and 15 November. The next deadline is 15 November 2026, with decisions notified in January. A Community Panel of local residents makes the award recommendations. One thing to plan for: you should show evidence of community support, and priority is likely to go to applications that have raised money from another source, including local fundraising. Requests above £25,000 may be considered only if your project is transformational, so contact the fund before applying. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/stroupster. Last checked by GrantMatch on 15 October 2026.

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Green Futures Fund (Dorset)

Dorset Community Foundation

Up to £4,000South West England

Grants for practical water conservation and water quality projects, youth environmental action, skills and career aspirations, and community environmental sustainability such as growing, green spaces, repair and recycling. Core, delivery and reasonable capital costs. Water conservation is the top priority. Amount: Up to £4,000. Closes midday 16 November 2026 (one round a year). Who can apply: Dorset-based registered charities, constituted voluntary groups, CICs and not-for-profit companies limited by guarantee with three unrelated trustees or directors, a constitution, a bank account with two unrelated signatories, and safeguarding and EDI policies. Not national charities, schools (PTAs can apply) or public bodies. How to apply: Read the criteria on the Dorset Community Foundation fund page and apply online by midday 16 November 2026. Pre-application calls are available from the Grants Manager (grants@dorsetcf.org, 01202 138690). Decisions by the end of November 2026. Official source: https://www.dorsetcommunityfoundation.org/green-futures-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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The Foyle Foundation Fund

Community Foundation Northern Ireland (on behalf of The Foyle Foundation)

Up to £5,000Northern Ireland

The Foyle Foundation Fund is a final small grants fund for community organisations in Northern Ireland. The Foyle Foundation finished its main grant giving at the end of 2025, after 25 years of supporting the arts, learning, community small grants, state school libraries and health. It has asked Community Foundation Northern Ireland to run this last fund on its behalf. You can apply for up to £5,000. The fund aims to support projects which generate income or cost savings, so that your organisation becomes more financially sustainable. If your project will help you earn money or spend less over time, this fund is worth a close look. The fund covers Northern Ireland and is aimed at community organisations in the region. Applications close at 12:00 on 16 November 2026. The page presents this as the Foyle Foundation's final fund, so it is wise to plan your application early and submit before the closing time. One practical point. The funder asks you to check that your organisation and project are eligible before you apply. If you have already started an application, keep using the link that was emailed to you when you registered. Official source: https://communityfoundationni.org/achieving-impact/available-grants/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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High Sheriff and Merseyside Police Charitable Fund

Community Foundation for Lancashire and Merseyside

Up to £3,000North West England

This Merseyside fund gives grants of up to £3,000 to community groups that help keep people safe and prevent crime. In 2026 the focus is on preventing and ending violence against women and girls, which is the current High Sheriff's priority. Examples include early intervention with boys and young men, support for survivors and their children, and making streets and spaces safer for women. Your group must have been constituted for at least a year and be based in Liverpool, Sefton, St Helens, Knowsley or Wirral. You will need a letter of support, ideally from your local neighbourhood policing team. Applications close on 16 November 2026. Official source: https://cfmerseyside.org.uk/grants/high-sheriff-and-merseyside-police-charitable-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 21 October 2026.

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Pinewood Community Fund

Heart of Bucks Community Foundation (Pinewood)

Up to £5,000South East England

Grants for projects in youth development (with an emphasis on screen and media industries), community development and disadvantaged communities, benefiting Buckinghamshire and especially the parishes of Iver and Fulmer. Amount: £5,000. Closes midday on 23 November 2026. Who can apply: Local community and voluntary groups, registered charities, residents groups and non-profit social enterprises. Groups outside the area may apply if Iver and Fulmer benefit. How to apply: Read the fund page and Heart of Bucks application resources, then apply online through the link on the fund page. Call 01296 330134 for help. Official source: https://heartofbucks.org/pinewood-community-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Supporting small grassroots organisations addressing domestic violence, poverty, racism, disadvantage and mental health / suicide prevention

Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland

Up to £1,500North East England

The Jackie Haq Fund is run by Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland. It supports small grassroots organisations that are tackling domestic violence, poverty, racism, disadvantage, and mental health and suicide prevention. You can ask for up to £1,500. The fund is for organisations, not individuals. It covers Gateshead, Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Sunderland. The closing date is 23 November 2026. The funder lists this fund among those currently accepting applications, so it is open now. Before you apply for the first time, you will need an account on the foundation's grantee portal. The funder also has a page for new applicants, so you can check that you and your activity meet its eligibility criteria. There is an FAQs page too, and a Help and Support page if you need extra support to apply. One practical point. The funder's page lists the maximum grant but gives no minimum, so plan your request around the £1,500 ceiling. If this fund does not quite fit your work, the foundation says you can make a general application at any time of year, as long as your organisation is in Tyne and Wear or Northumberland. This fund is a good place to start if you run a small community group supporting people facing abuse, hardship, discrimination or poor mental health in one of the areas above. Official source: https://www.communityfoundation.org.uk/apply/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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NHS Essex Community Health Partnership Fund

Essex Community Foundation (NHS Essex ICB)

Up to £10,000East of England

Grants for community-led projects over up to 24 months that build vaccine confidence and uptake among pregnant women (pertussis, RSV, flu), teenagers (HPV) and children (MMR). Priority for Basildon, Harlow and Tendring. No vaccine delivery or clinical costs. Amount: Up to £10,000. Expressions of interest close 5pm on 25 November 2026. Who can apply: Registered charities, community and voluntary organisations, CICs limited by guarantee and other not-for-profits in Essex (excluding Southend and Thurrock) already working with a priority group, with three unrelated trustees. How to apply: Submit an expression of interest through the online form linked from the ECF page by 5pm on 25 November 2026. Shortlisted groups are invited to a full application due 22 January 2027. Official source: https://www.essexcommunityfoundation.org.uk/2026/10/nhs-essex-community-health-partnership-fund-opens-for-applications/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Saffron Community Fund

Essex Community Foundation (Saffron Building Society)

Funding amount not listedEast of England

Grants for smaller charities and community groups supporting older people, children and young people, or environmental and green causes. About £50,000 is awarded each year; recent grants were £5,000 to £10,200. Amount: Not stated (recent grants £5,000 to £10,200). Closes 25 November 2026; panel decides end of January 2027. Who can apply: Charities, not-for-profits and volunteer groups in Essex, Hertfordshire and Suffolk, with priority for groups near a Saffron Building Society branch. How to apply: Complete the online application form linked from the ECF page by 25 November 2026. ECF recommends contacting the grants team first on 01245 355947 or grants@essexcf.org.uk. Official source: https://www.essexcommunityfoundation.org.uk/2026/10/the-saffron-community-fund-reopens-for-applications/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Pilkington Charities' Fund (Merseyside)

Community Foundation for Lancashire and Merseyside

Up to £20,000North West England

The Pilkington Charities' Fund, now run by the Community Foundation for Lancashire and Merseyside, gives grants of up to £20,000 to well-established groups helping people in the Liverpool City Region. This round is about health. The people you support need a diagnosed condition, such as cancer, depression, a long-term injury, a neurological condition or sensory loss. Crisis mental health support for people who may not yet have a diagnosis can also be considered. You can ask for project or core costs, including staff salaries. Your group must have been running for at least three years, and your request should be no more than half your annual income. St Helens is a priority area. Applications close at 4pm on 27 November 2026. Official source: https://cfmerseyside.org.uk/grants/pilkington-charities-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 21 October 2026.

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Randal Foundation Fund (Nottinghamshire)

Nottinghamshire Community Foundation (Forever Notts)

Up to £3,000East Midlands

The Randal Foundation Fund gives grants of up to £3,000 to small charitable groups in Nottinghamshire. Your turnover must be under £50,000, and your project needs to make a long-term difference to people's lives. The priorities are healthcare for vulnerable people, mental ill health, poverty, women and children at risk of violence or exploitation, and education for the most disadvantaged. You can ask for project or core costs. Groups that involve people with lived experience are particularly encouraged. Applications close on 30 November 2026. Official source: https://www.forevernotts.com/grant/randal-foundation-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 21 October 2026.

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EDF power solutions Dorenell Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund

Foundation Scotland

Up to £30,000Scotland

This fund supports community-led, charitable activities that benefit people living in Dufftown, Auchindoun, Glenrinnes, Glenlivet, Inveravon and Cabrach in Moray. It is paid for by EDF power solutions from the Dorenell Wind Farm and run by Foundation Scotland. You can ask for up to £30,000. Awards can cover revenue and capital costs, such as equipment, staff or sessional worker costs, consultations and feasibility studies, and maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. Your project should link to the themes in the 2024 Community Development Plan priorities: environment and heritage; community and recreational facilities, groups and activities; local economy; housing and sustainable development; and transport and access to services. Projects outside the listed priorities may still be funded where there is clear evidence of need and community support. The next application deadline is 30 November 2026. Earlier rounds closed on 31 March 2026 and 31 July 2026. A Community Panel of local people recommends awards. Groups and organisations need a constitution and must be set up on a not-for-profit basis. You do not need to be a registered charity. Larger strategic awards of more than £30,000 are considered case by case for projects with significant community benefit and for ongoing staff posts. Interest-free repayable grants are also possible where cashflow is a problem. Contact the Fund Adviser before applying for either. One thing to keep in mind: where there is competition for funding, priority may go to projects that show impact in areas such as community wealth building, partnership, environmental sustainability, bringing in other funding and lasting legacy. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/dorenell. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Thalia WB Community Fund

Cambridgeshire Community Foundation

£10,000 - £50,000East of England

Landfill Communities Fund grants for capital projects: public parks and amenities, species and habitat conservation, and repair of places of worship or buildings of architectural importance. Two-stage process; paid in arrears. Amount: £10,000 to £50,000. Next deadline 1 December 2026 (quarterly: March, June, September, December). Who can apply: Not-for-profit organisations with projects within 10 miles of a registered landfill site in Cambridgeshire (excluding Peterborough). How to apply: Read the Cambridgeshire Community Foundation application guidance, then complete the online application form linked from the fund page, with your governing document, accounts and policies. Call 01223 410535 or email info@cambscf.org.uk. Official source: https://www.cambscf.org.uk/funds/thalia/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Chelmsley Wood Pride in Place Get Talking Fund

Heart of England Community Foundation

Up to £10,000West Midlands

This fund pays local groups to run community activities and events in Chelmsley Wood that help people shape the Pride in Place Plan, part of the UK Government's Pride in Place Programme. Heart of England Community Foundation administers it for Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council and the Chelmsley Wood Neighbourhood Board. You could use a grant to add Pride in Place consultation to a regular activity such as a coffee morning. You could run an event in a public space or community centre with high footfall. You could also expand your current sessions with outreach or extra activity. Funded activities must use the standard Pride in Place messaging and branding, and must collect and share community data in a standardised format. The fund suits established charities and community groups with strong roots in the area. A total of £100,000 is available. Individual organisations can apply for up to £2,000. Partnerships of two or more named organisations, with one lead, can apply for up to £10,000. The amount awarded to a partnership is likely to reflect the breadth and depth of the partnership. The fund closes on 1 December 2026, or earlier if all the money is allocated, so early applications are advised. All activities must be delivered by 26 March 2027. A final monitoring report is due on 1 May 2027. One practical point: you need at least two years of continuous delivery in Chelmsley Wood and an annual income of £1 million or less. Successful applicants must also show adequate data protection policies and practices for handling residents' personal data. Support is offered if yours are not yet in place. Official source: https://www.heartofengland cf.org/chelmsley-wood-pride-in-place-get-talking-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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SWEF Enterprise Grants (Cornwall and Isles of Scilly)

Cornwall Community Foundation (SWEF)

£200 - £2,000South West England

Grants for young people starting or growing a business: equipment for new revenue or proven demand, materials for a new product line, prototypes, websites and booking systems, training and product development. Not salaries, rent, debt or new computers. Amount: £200 to £2,000. Applications by 1 December 2026; assessed monthly. Who can apply: Residents of Cornwall or the Isles of Scilly aged 18 to 30 with a clear business idea or trading for under two years. How to apply: Register on the Cornwall Community Foundation grant application page to receive your application form link, check the general eligibility criteria and Application Process and Guidance, then apply before the deadline. Official source: https://cornwallcommunityfoundation.com/grants/swef/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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South Yorkshire Mayoral Youth Impact Fund

South Yorkshire's Community Foundation

£2,000 - £10,000Yorkshire and The Humber

Grants for exceptionally gifted and talented young people to pursue academic, sporting or creative talent, covering equipment, fees, travel and resources. Activity starts from 1 March 2027. Amount: £2,000 to £10,000. Closes 5pm 4 December 2026. Who can apply: Young people aged 11 to 19 living in South Yorkshire (including care-experienced young people placed elsewhere) from families eligible for free school meals or mainly on Universal Credit, with a nomination from a coach, tutor or mentor. How to apply: Read the full guidance notes on the SYCF fund page and apply online by 5pm on 4 December 2026. Families may help, but the young person's voice must be clear; a video submission option is available. Official source: https://www.sycf.org.uk/apply/search-our-grants/south-yorkshire-mayoral-youth-impact-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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The Gateway Exchange Fund

Foundation Scotland

Up to £5,000Scotland

The Gateway Exchange Fund from Foundation Scotland supports activity across Scotland that helps people move on with their lives and fulfil their potential, where they would otherwise not have the opportunity. It carries on the work of the original Gateway Exchange, an Edinburgh centre that supported people returning to the community from prisons and mental health institutions or recovering from drug addiction. The fund looks for innovative ideas that tackle situations which challenge a person's sense of worth and identity. Priority goes to projects that help prisoners or ex-prisoners, people in recovery from drug addiction, and women and men recovering from sexual abuse. You can ask for up to £5,000. The fund usually makes 4-5 awards each year. There is no specific income cap. If competition is high, smaller, grassroots organisations will be given priority. All applicants must meet Foundation Scotland's common eligibility criteria, and its general list of things it cannot fund applies to this fund too. The process has two stages. You start by completing a short enquiry form by 7 December 2026. It should briefly outline your project and how much funding you are requesting. Foundation Scotland then decides which projects best match the fund's criteria. Stage 2 is by invitation only. If you are invited, you will have until the end of January 2027 to submit your full application. One practical point: final decisions come by early April 2027, so your project should not start before mid-April 2027. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/gateway-exchange-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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London Luton Airport Community Trust Fund

Bedfordshire and Luton Community Foundation (London Luton Airport)

Up to £10,000East of England, South East England

Grants for charitable projects around London Luton Airport that meet one of three priorities: Healthy Today (health and wellbeing), Skilled Tomorrow (upskilling people up to 30) and Alleviating Poverty. Amount: Up to £10,000. Expressions of interest close Tuesday 8 December 2026 (may close early if oversubscribed). Who can apply: Charitable organisations delivering work in Central Bedfordshire, Dacorum, eastern Aylesbury district parishes, Luton, North Herts, St Albans or Stevenage. Not groups funded by London Luton Airport in the last 12 months. How to apply: Read the criteria document, then submit the short expression of interest on the BLCF page by 8 December 2026. Online Meet the Funder sessions run on 11 November and 1 December. Official source: https://blcf.org.uk/apply-for-a-grant/central-beds/community-trust-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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MK Community Foundation Oak Grants

Milton Keynes Community Foundation

Up to £15,000South East England

Grants for well-established Milton Keynes organisations to scale proven approaches, embed lasting change and tackle the root causes of disadvantage. Amount: Up to £15,000. Next quarterly deadline 11 December 2026; about ten-week decision. Who can apply: Constituted not-for-profit organisations supporting people in Milton Keynes: unincorporated associations, registered charities, CIOs, sports clubs, and faith groups running community-focused activity. How to apply: Read the application guidelines and grants policy, then apply through the MK Community Foundation application portal. You will upload your constitution, latest accounts, a bank statement and safeguarding policy. Official source: https://www.mkcommunityfoundation.co.uk/apply-for-a-grant/oak-grants/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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New Albion Community Wind Farm Fund

Northamptonshire Community Foundation (New Albion Wind)

Up to £10,000East Midlands

Revenue and capital grants for charitable, educational, environmental and community amenity projects near New Albion Wind Farm. Amount: Up to £10,000. Next deadline 11 December 2026. Who can apply: Small, locally managed voluntary, community or self-help groups and charities. NCF does not usually fund social enterprises controlled by one individual. Projects must be based in and benefit Rushton or Pipewell. How to apply: Read the fund guidance on the Northamptonshire Community Foundation page and apply through the online form linked there. NCF recommends speaking to its grants team before applying. Official source: https://www.ncf.uk.com/new-albion-wind-farm-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Denny and District Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

£500 - £10,000Scotland

The Denny and District Community Fund, run by Foundation Scotland, gives grants of £500 to £10,000 to community projects that benefit people living in the Denny and District Community Council area in Falkirk. The money comes from the Earlsburn, Kingsburn and Todhill wind farms, owned by Nadara and Netro Energy. The fund backs charitable activities that improve quality of life, build vibrant, healthy and sustainable communities, and encourage community spirit. Grants can cover equipment, staff or sessional workers, consultations, running costs for local groups, and maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. Established groups wanting to develop their service are particularly welcome, as are new groups offering new opportunities. The next deadline is 15 December 2026, with decisions due by the end of February 2027. You do not need to be a registered charity, but you do need to show local consultation, evidence of demand and local partnerships, and you should include letters of support from local partners. Applications that reflect green alternatives, partnership working, local skills, local buying and a lower carbon footprint are likely to be viewed more favourably. One practical caveat: the fund cannot pay for projects retrospectively, so your project must only start after decisions are made. Projects usually need to finish within 12 months, although multi-year grants can be considered. If you need more than £10,000, speak to the Community Funds Adviser before filling in a form. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/denny-and-district. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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RWE Bad á Cheò Wind Farm Community Fund (Halkirk District)

Foundation Scotland

Up to £10,000Scotland

This fund from Foundation Scotland supports charitable activities and services that benefit people living in the Halkirk District Community Council area of Caithness. It is paid for by RWE, the owner of the Bad á Cheò Wind Farm. You can apply for up to £10,000. The fund backs projects that develop services and facilities, sustain or create jobs, build skills and knowledge, improve access to culture, heritage and the environment, or help people get around and get connected. Projects that do not fit these outcomes may still be considered if they show strong community support and clear need. Constituted not-for-profit groups and organisations working to benefit local people can apply. You do not need to be a registered charity. The fund can cover core running costs, salaries, feasibility work and trips outside the area, as long as you explain the case clearly and show the benefit to the wider community. You do not have to find a set amount of match funding. There are four rounds each year, with deadlines on 15 March, 15 June, 15 September and 15 December. The next deadline is 15 December 2026. A panel of local residents makes the funding recommendations. One practical point: read the application criteria before you apply. Requests for more than £10,000 and multi-year awards need a conversation with the fund adviser first. The fund will not support campaigning. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/bad-cheo-halkirk-district. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Halsary Windfarm Community Benefit Fund (Halkirk & District)

Foundation Scotland

Up to £10,000Scotland

The Halsary Windfarm Community Benefit Fund supports community activity and development in the Halkirk and District area of Highland. It is run by Foundation Scotland and paid for by ScottishPower Renewables, which owns and operates the Halsary Windfarm. The fund is worth about £30,000 a year for the life of the windfarm, expected to be 25 years. You can apply for up to £10,000. Projects must fit one of these purposes: community facilities, skills and employment, community or local events, sport and recreation, environmental improvements, youth and education, heritage, or net zero and emissions reduction. Applications that do not clearly fit but show strong community support and evidence of need may be considered where funds allow. The fund backs the charitable activities of constituted, not-for-profit groups that benefit the community. You do not need to be a registered charity. Running costs, salaries, feasibility work, trips outside the area and multi-year awards of up to three years can all be considered, each with conditions set out on the page. There are four deadlines each year: 15 March, 15 June, 15 September and 15 December. The next one is 15 December 2026. Decisions are announced at the end of May, August, November and February. A panel of local residents makes the award recommendations. One practical point: you will need to show that you have consulted the people who will benefit, and other local groups, and that they support your plan. You should also explore other funding sources, although you do not have to secure any set share of match funding. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/halsary-windfarm-community-benefit-fund-halkirk-district. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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RWE Bowbeat Wind Farm (Peebles & Eddleston) Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

£1,000 - £10,000Scotland

This fund pays for community projects that benefit people living in the Royal Burgh of Peebles and District and the Eddleston and District Community Council areas. It is provided by RWE Renewables UK Operations Limited, owner of the RWE Bowbeat Wind Farm, and run by Foundation Scotland. Projects should achieve at least one of these aims: improve quality of life for local residents, help build a vibrant, healthy and sustainable community, promote community spirit and activity, or tackle climate change at a local level. One-year grants are £1,000 to £10,000. Multi-year grants of up to three years can reach £30,000, which is £1,000 to £10,000 a year. In exceptional circumstances, one-year grants of up to £50,000 can be considered. If you want a large grant, you must speak to Foundation Scotland before you apply. You do not need to be a registered charity. Groups based outside the area can also apply if their project clearly benefits people in Peebles and Eddleston. The Round 2 deadline is 16 December 2026. Decisions are expected in mid-February 2027. A Community Panel of local people makes recommendations on awards. The page says some things will help your application. These include local consultation and support, match funding, local suppliers, care for the environment and partnership working. A grant can cover 100% of project costs, but preference goes to projects with other funding in place. One practical point: if you need less than £1,000, the page says a Micro-Grant scheme run by the Community Council will soon be available. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/rwe-bowbeat-wind-farm-peebles-eddleston-community-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 15 October 2026.

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Financial Shock Crisis Fund (Cornwall)

Cornwall Community Foundation

£500 - £3,000South West England

Grants to frontline organisations to distribute to people on low incomes facing a sudden financial shock, such as food, essentials, appliances, rent, transport, priority bills and utilities, up to £350 per household a year. Amount: £500 to £3,000 depending on capacity (listing shows up to £5,000). Applications by 1 January 2027; decisions on a rolling basis. Who can apply: Registered charities, voluntary organisations, food banks and care organisations in Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly that support people at risk of crisis. How to apply: Register on the Cornwall Community Foundation grant application page to receive your application form link, check the general eligibility criteria and Application Process and Guidance, then apply before the deadline. Official source: https://cornwallcommunityfoundation.com/grants/the-financial-shock-crisis-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Grange Wind Farm Community Fund

Lincolnshire Community Foundation

£250 - £5,000East Midlands, East of England

Grants for practical or educational projects on community cohesion and facilities, young and older people, energy efficiency and the environment. Running costs are currently considered. Amount: £250 to £5,000. Next closing date 1 January 2027 (rounds 1 January and 1 June). Who can apply: Volunteer-led not-for-profit projects within 10 miles of Grange Wind Farm at Tydd St Mary, with priority within 5 miles. One grant held at a time. How to apply: Download the fund guidelines and application from the Lincolnshire Community Foundation fund page and submit before the closing date with your governing document and accounts or recent bank statements. LCF encourages a call first on 01529 305825. Official source: https://lincolnshirecf.co.uk/grants/grange/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Humber Gateway Community Fund

Lincolnshire Community Foundation (RWE)

£200 - £2,500Yorkshire and The Humber

Grants for voluntary and community sector projects improving the lives of people in North East Lincolnshire, prioritising smaller grassroots groups. Shorter form for bids up to £500. Amount: £200 to £2,500. Next closing date 1 January 2027 (rounds 1 January and 1 June). Who can apply: Not-for-profit community groups, registered charities and other voluntary organisations, social enterprises and sports clubs in North East Lincolnshire with turnover under £1 million. How to apply: Download the fund guidelines and application from the Lincolnshire Community Foundation fund page and submit before the closing date with your governing document and accounts or recent bank statements. LCF encourages a call first on 01529 305825. Official source: https://lincolnshirecf.co.uk/grants/humber-gateway/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Sizewell C Community Fund

Suffolk Community Foundation

Funding amount not listedEast of England

The Sizewell C Community Fund, run by Suffolk Community Foundation, will provide up to £23 million over the next decade. It backs projects that benefit local communities in East Suffolk, help reduce the impact of building Sizewell C nuclear power station and leave a lasting legacy. You can apply for revenue costs, such as staffing, rent, volunteer expenses and core costs (up to 15% of the award). You can also apply for capital costs, such as buildings, vehicles, IT and other equipment. You can ask for up to 100% of your project costs. There are two programmes. Small Grants offer up to £10,000 a year, with a maximum of £30,000 over three years. Large Grants are for more than £10,000 a year for up to three years. There is no set maximum, but the team advises you to ask for an amount that is realistic and proportionate to the benefit. The fund is open all year, but it works in rounds with closing dates. The current round closes on 4 January 2027 at 23:59, with decisions in early April 2027. The next round closes on 4 April 2027 at 23:59. If you miss a date, you can aim for the next one. Priority goes to projects close to development sites (within 5km) that show a clear need linked to Sizewell C construction. Projects with wider community support, inclusive activities and a sustainable legacy also score well. One practical caveat: you must speak to the team before you apply. An application form is only released once they have talked through your idea with you. The fund cannot pay for anything bought or delivered before a grant is awarded. Official source: https://suffolkcf.org.uk/sizewell-c/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Haventus Ardersier Port Community Benefit Fund

Foundation Scotland

£200 - £10,000Scotland

The Haventus Ardersier Port Community Benefit Fund backs community projects that improve people's quality of life in the Highlands. Foundation Scotland runs it. Haventus, the owners of the Ardersier Energy Transition Facility (Ardersier Port), provides the money. You can ask for a wide range of costs. These include equipment, running costs for local groups, staff or sessional worker costs, consultations, and maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. Your project should aim to enhance quality of life, promote community spirit, or help communities to be vibrant, healthy and sustainable. Grants go up to £10,000. There are two routes. Small grants of £200 to £1000 can be applied for at any time. Decisions usually take 4 weeks, and you must apply at least 6 weeks before your project starts. Larger grants run in set rounds. The next large grant deadline is 6 January 2027, with decisions expected in early March 2027. The fund is for groups and organisations working to benefit people in the areas covered by the community councils of Petty and Ardersier, Cawdor and West Nairnshire, Croy and Culloden Moor, and Nairn West and Suburban. You do not need to be a registered charity, but your funded activity must be charitable. A Community Panel of local people makes recommendations on awards. One practical point: you will normally be expected to show value for money, for example with quotations. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/haventus-ardersier-port-community-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Yelvertoft Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund

Northamptonshire Community Foundation

Up to £30,000East Midlands

Revenue and capital grants for charitable, educational, environmental and community amenity projects near Yelvertoft Wind Farm. Multi-year applications possible. Amount: Up to £7,000, or up to £30,000 for exceptional projects. Next deadline 8 January 2027. Who can apply: Small, locally managed voluntary, community or self-help groups and charities. NCF does not usually fund social enterprises controlled by one individual. Projects must be based in and benefit Clay Coton, Crick, Lilbourne or Yelvertoft. How to apply: Read the fund guidance on the Northamptonshire Community Foundation page and apply through the online form linked there. NCF recommends speaking to its grants team before applying. Official source: https://www.ncf.uk.com/yelvertoft-wind-farm-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Winwick Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund

Northamptonshire Community Foundation (Cubico)

Up to £5,000East Midlands

Revenue and capital grants for charitable, educational, environmental and community amenity projects near Winwick Wind Farm. Amount: Up to £5,000. Next deadline 8 January 2027. Who can apply: Small, locally managed voluntary, community or self-help groups and charities. NCF does not usually fund social enterprises controlled by one individual. Projects must be based in and benefit Winwick, Cold Ashby, West Haddon or Guilsborough. How to apply: Read the fund guidance on the Northamptonshire Community Foundation page and apply through the online form linked there. NCF recommends speaking to its grants team before applying. Official source: https://www.ncf.uk.com/winwick-wind-farm-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Burton Wold Community Wind Farm Fund

Northamptonshire Community Foundation (Burton Wold Wind Farm)

Up to £30,000East Midlands

Revenue and capital grants for educational, environmental, charitable and community amenity projects, such as training and volunteering, green spaces, heritage and youth schemes. Multi-year applications possible. Amount: Up to £30,000. Next deadline 8 January 2027. Who can apply: Small, locally managed voluntary, community or self-help groups and charities. NCF does not usually fund social enterprises controlled by one individual. Projects must be based in and benefit Burton Latimer or Cranford. How to apply: Read the fund guidance on the Northamptonshire Community Foundation page and apply through the online form linked there. NCF recommends speaking to its grants team before applying. Official source: https://www.ncf.uk.com/burton-wold-wind-farm-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Langhope Rig Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund

Foundation Scotland

£250 - £5,000Scotland

The Langhope Rig Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund, run by Foundation Scotland, backs community projects in the Scottish Borders. The money comes from Greencoat UK Wind, owners of the Langhope Rig Wind Farm near Hawick. Small grants run from £250 to £5,000. In exceptional circumstances, requests of up to £10,000 may be considered for projects with considerable community need or benefit, but you must speak to the Fund Adviser first. You can also ask for recurring costs over three years, with a maximum award of £10,000. The fund supports charitable activities that encourage community activity, improve access to services, improve local transport infrastructure, build the local economy, strengthen links between groups, or develop and maintain community assets. It can cover equipment, running costs, staff or sessional worker costs, consultations, and maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. Groups and organisations that benefit people in eligible communities can apply. You do not need to be a registered charity. Applications close on 8 January 2027, and decisions are expected in mid-March 2027. One caveat: for revenue projects there is no guarantee of ongoing support, so the fund encourages groups to work towards being self-sustaining. Any outstanding completion or monitoring reports from earlier grants must also be with Foundation Scotland before further grants are paid. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/langhope-rig. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.