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Barrow Community Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £3,000North West England

The Barrow Community Trust Fund, run by Cumbria Community Foundation, gives grants to organisations for initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help people reach their potential. It also supports projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. Grants will normally be up to £3,000 over one year. That suits smaller, focused projects. Priority goes to projects that benefit people and communities in the former Heart of Barrow wards. These are Old Barrow (Barrow Island and Central) and Hindpool; Ormsgill and Parkside; Risedale and Roosecoate; and Hawcoat and Newbarns. If your work reaches people in those areas, say so clearly in your application. The fund has supported improvements to community facilities, social inclusion activities for older people, recruiting and training volunteers, and IT equipment and training sessions for community use. You can apply if you are a charitable or not-for-profit organisation. The fund does not support individuals. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so read them before you start. All applications are made through the foundation's online application portal. If you have questions about the fund, you can contact Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or at siona@cumbriafoundation.org. The money comes from the Heart of Barrow Initiative and individual contributions. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/barrow-community-trust-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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MK Community Foundation Sapling Grants

Milton Keynes Community Foundation

£750 - £5,000South East England

Grants to develop and strengthen community projects and emerging organisations in Milton Keynes so they can grow, increase their impact and create lasting local benefit. Amount: £750 to £5,000. Rolling: apply by the last Friday of each month; about four-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/sapling-grants/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Abbeyfield Carlisle Society Over 55 Community First Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000North West England

The Abbeyfield Carlisle Society Over 55 Community First Fund is run by Cumbria Community Foundation. It gives grants to organisations that benefit people aged 55 and over in the communities of the former local authority areas of Allerdale, Carlisle and Eden. The money comes from the donor, Abbeyfield Carlisle Society Limited. The fund backs initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help people reach their potential. It also supports projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. The page gives examples of what the fund supports. These include exercise classes for older people, befriending or social activities to reduce isolation, and IT classes and digital education. It also covers equipment for a community centre that will also benefit older people, and improvements to community facilities that make them easier for older people to use. Grants will normally be less than £5,000 over one year. That makes the fund a good fit for small, focused projects. Charitable not-for-profit organisations can apply. Individuals cannot, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so read those before you start. All applications go through the foundation's online application portal. The page links to a step-by-step help guide to walk you through it. If you would like to talk your idea through first, the page names a contact at the foundation for this fund. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/abbeyfield-carlisle-society-over-55-community-first-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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The Border Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000North West England

The Border Fund is run by Cumbria Community Foundation with money from an anonymous donor. It gives grants to individuals and organisations for work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential. It also backs projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action in Cumbria. Priority goes to individuals and groups in the rural areas northeast of Carlisle. That includes north and east of Longtown, and through to Gilsland and Newbiggin. Grants will normally be up to £2,000, for both individuals and groups. If you are an individual, the foundation will consider your household income when it assesses your application. The fund gives priority to projects that increase personal skills, increase independence, support individuals and communities in rural areas, help groups build long-term skills, support disadvantaged people over 25 who want to change career, or support mental health. The donor would particularly like to support hearing loss clinics, training that builds skills and confidence for disadvantaged adults over 25, domestic abuse training for staff delivering women's centre group sessions, mature students seeking a career change or a professional qualification, and hardship costs that help someone finish their studies or a course. One practical caveat: the fund will not pay for core costs, gap-year funding or role-specific professional qualifications, on top of the foundation's normal exclusions. You apply through the foundation's online application portal. A step-by-step help guide is available, and the Grants & Programmes Officer can answer questions by phone or email. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/the-border-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Stimulus Fund

Suffolk Community Foundation

Up to £1,000East of England

The Stimulus Fund from Suffolk Community Foundation helps charitable, voluntary and community groups to bring more people into tennis in Suffolk. It pays for project costs on small, local grassroots schemes. The fund was set up by the Suffolk Lawn Tennis Association. It wants to take tennis further into the community, both socially and geographically. It also wants to give people who have not had the chance before an opportunity to play. Projects should promote tennis in areas of deprivation, including rural areas, and help people who are disadvantaged or vulnerable. You can ask for up to £1,000. The fund aims to encourage young people up to the age of 30 to enjoy tennis or return to it. The emphasis is on increasing membership and making tennis sessions sustainable. Activity camps that include other sports can also be considered, as long as tennis is a major part and an experienced tennis coach supports the sessions. The fund is open all year round. Decisions are made on a regular basis as demand dictates, so there is no closing date to work towards. One practical point to note: any application that involves tennis coaching should only be undertaken by qualified LTA coaches. The page also says social enterprises cannot apply to this fund. If you have questions, you can call a Grants Officer at Suffolk Community Foundation on 01473 602602 before you submit your application. Official source: https://suffolkcf.org.uk/grants/stimulus-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Beverley Charitable Trust Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000North West England

The Beverley Charitable Trust Fund, run by Cumbria Community Foundation, helps young people reach their potential in education and employment. It pays for things that improve access to study and vocational training. The fund supports both individuals and organisations, but priority will be given to individuals. If you are a young person in hardship, priority goes to those living in the former local authority areas of Allerdale and Copeland. Charitable, not-for-profit organisations can apply too. Examples of projects supported include academic study or courses that build practical skills or personal development, activities that are part of a further or higher education course, and activities leading to vocational qualifications. The fund can also cover books, materials and computer equipment, bursary support and travel costs. Grants to individuals will normally be up to £2,000 over one year. Grants to groups will normally be up to £10,000 over one year. Multiple-year funding may be considered. One practical point: if you are applying as an individual, your household income will be considered when your application is assessed. School trips are not supported, and the foundation's normal exclusions also apply. All applications are made through the foundation's online application portal, and there is a step-by-step help guide to walk you through it. If you would like to know more about the fund, you can contact Tracy Cheesbrough, Grants & Programmes Officer, on 01900 512395. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/beverley-trust/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Cumbria Home from Home Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £5,000North West England

The Cumbria Home from Home Fund gives grants to organisations that benefit people living in the Lake District National Park and the immediate area. It is run by Cumbria Community Foundation. You can apply for work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality, or helps people reach their potential. Projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action are also welcome. The money comes from donations by owners of second homes and holiday homes, other business owners who benefit from visitor income, and visitors who want to sustain the communities that welcome them. The fund aims to help maintain the quality of community life in local towns and villages. Grants will normally be up to £5,000 over one year. Plan your project costs with that in mind. The fund is open to charitable, not-for-profit organisations. It does not support individuals. The Foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so read them before you start. All applications are made through the Foundation's online application portal. The page links to a step-by-step portal help guide, so it is worth reading that first. If you have questions about the fund, you can contact Sarah Thompson on 01900 825760 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/cumbria-home-from-home-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Patna Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

£500 - £5,000Scotland

The Patna Community Fund from Foundation Scotland backs community-led charitable activities that support the regeneration and sustainability of Patna in East Ayrshire. The money comes from Greencoat, through the South Kyle Wind Farm. Groups can apply for between £500 and £5,000. Awards can cover a wide range of costs. These include equipment, running costs for local groups, staff or sessional worker costs, consultations, and the maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. The page says this list is not exhaustive, so if you are unsure whether a cost is eligible, you can ask Foundation Scotland for advice. Projects need to be located within, or directly benefit people in, the Patna Community Council area. You do not need to be a registered charity to apply. Groups and organisations based outside the fund area will be considered case by case, and must show a clear benefit for residents in the fund area. There is no deadline. You can apply at any time, and decisions are expected to take around 4-6 weeks. A community panel made up of people who live in Patna makes the decisions. One practical point: the fund's standard eligibility and exclusion criteria apply, so read the application criteria before you start. Foundation Scotland welcomes pre-application enquiries if you would like to talk your idea through first. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/patna. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Supporting children and young people in Seaton Sluice and New Hartley.

Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland

Up to £4,000North East England

The Ted Weekes Fund supports children and young people in Seaton Sluice and New Hartley. It is run by Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland and is open to organisations. You can ask for up to £4,000. The fund is listed as a rolling grant, so there is no closing date on the page and you do not need to wait for a set round. The fund suits organisations in Northumberland that run activity for children and young people in these two communities. The funder's page lists the fund among those currently accepting applications. Before you apply for the first time, you will need an account on the funder's grantee portal. The funder also has an eligibility guide for new applicants, a set of FAQs and a Help and Support page if you would like support with your application. One practical point to keep in mind: the page gives only a short description of this fund. Use the "Read more" link on the funder's apply page to see the full guidance for the Ted Weekes Fund before you start your application. Official source: https://www.communityfoundation.org.uk/apply/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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SWEF Business Grants

Foundation Scotland

Up to £2,000Scotland

SWEF Business Grants from Foundation Scotland give young people in Scotland up to £2,000 to help their business grow. They suit entrepreneurs who are struggling to invest in their venture or who want to take it to the next level. You can use the money for things that will help increase your revenues. That includes equipment, materials or stock, prototypes and product development, a website or booking system build, and training. Second-hand equipment is particularly welcome, and so are applications that bring match funding. Grant amounts reflect the monthly profit of the business and the size of the opportunity. The fund has been open to applications since 24 August 2026. There is no fixed closing date, and applications are reviewed once a month. If your application is eligible and shortlisted, you will be invited to a call with SWEF. The funder says it will be in touch within 2 months with next steps. You must be aged 18-30 and apply as the majority shareholder of a UK business with a business bank account. The business must be a sole trader, limited company or CIC limited by shares, and must have been trading for less than 2 years. It must also have earned at least £500 a month for the last three months. If it has not, you will be rejected, but the SWEF Start-Up grant may suit you instead. One practical point: you must spend the grant within one month of receiving the funds. It cannot cover salaries, debt repayment, rent and utilities, or new computers, phones and tablets. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/swef-business-grants. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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The Harry Payne Fund

Heart of England Community Foundation

£500 - £2,000West Midlands

The Harry Payne Fund from Heart of England Community Foundation pays for a large variety of projects. It began in 1939 as part of the Harry Payne Trust, so it has a long history of backing good causes. Grants are for up to £2,000. The fund has two clear aims. The first is to help people who are disadvantaged. The second is to help smaller causes, where a modest donation can make a real difference. If your project is small in scale and you only need a modest sum, this fund may suit you well. It may suit you even better if your work supports people facing disadvantage. The page does not give a closing date. It does show an Apply now button, so you can start from the fund page. Before you apply, the foundation asks you to read the Fund Factsheet and its Essential Information. These documents set out the detail you need, so it pays to read them first. There is one important exclusion. For this fund, the foundation will not support any projects that involve or provide support to the armed forces. If your project has any link to the armed forces, this is not the right fund for you and you should look elsewhere. Official source: https://www.heartofenglandcf.org/harry-payne-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Lairg Wind Farm Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

Up to £5,000Scotland

The Lairg Wind Farm Community Fund, managed by Foundation Scotland, offers grants of up to £5,000 for charitable activities that benefit people living in the Lairg Community Council area in Highland. The money comes from Lairg Wind Farm Ltd, which operates the three-turbine wind farm at Cnoc Na Inghinnin. You can ask for a wide range of costs. These include equipment, running costs for local groups, staff or sessional workers, consultations, and maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. Projects should improve quality of life for local residents, help build vibrant, healthy and sustainable communities, and encourage community spirit and activity. Awards are prioritised for projects that show added value. That might mean bringing in other funding, working in partnership with other groups, or reaching beyond one group to benefit the whole community. Every application is considered case by case. Requests above £5,000 can be considered in exceptional circumstances, for transformational projects that bring significant benefit to most or all Lairg residents. Groups and organisations working to benefit people in the area can apply, and you do not need to be a registered charity. You should show community support, think about sustainable development, and use local suppliers where appropriate and feasible. Lairg Community Council meets on the first Wednesday of each month, except December, and makes the award recommendations. One practical point: you must submit your application at least two weeks before a meeting for it to be considered at that meeting. For smaller needs, micro-grants of up to £250 are run separately by the Community Council. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/lairg. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Inch Cape Construction Fund

Foundation Scotland

£500 - £2,000Scotland

The Inch Cape Construction Fund gives small grants to community projects in East Lothian. It backs work that tackles the effects of poverty and inequality, while improving the environment and supporting sustainability. The money comes from Inch Cape Offshore Limited, the company developing the Inch Cape Offshore Wind Farm, and Foundation Scotland runs the application process. You can ask for between £500 and £2,000. Grants can cover a wide range of costs, such as equipment, staff or sessional workers, consultations, running costs for local groups, and maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. Your project needs to contribute to at least one outcome: better physical or mental health and wellbeing, less isolation or loneliness, more access to education, learning and employment, a better local environment, or less food or fuel poverty. Projects can benefit children, families, adults or older people. Activities that help people overcome extra challenges, such as disability or discrimination, are especially welcome. The fund suits groups and organisations that benefit residents of the Prestonpans or Cockenzie & Port Seton community council areas. You do not need to be a registered charity, but you must meet the standard eligibility criteria. There is no closing date. Applications are considered on a rolling basis, so you can apply at any time. Decisions usually take six to eight weeks, and you must apply at least four weeks before your project starts. Repeat applications are welcome, as long as each one is for a different project or activity. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/inch-cape-construction-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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NnG (St Monans and Abercrombie) Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

Funding amount not listedScotland

The NnG (St Monans and Abercrombie) Community Fund supports charitable activities that benefit the communities of St Monans and Abercrombie in Fife. It is part of the wider Neart na Gaoithe (NnG) Community Benefit Fund, which began in late 2025. The money is donated by NnG, a joint venture between EDF power solutions UK and ESB, which own the NnG offshore wind farm. There is no fixed grant size. For the first three years (2025-2028), £10,800 a year, rising in line with inflation, is donated for the St Monans and Abercrombie area. That is the pot for the whole area, not an individual award. The fund is expected to last 25 years, the anticipated initial lifetime of the wind farm. The amounts for each area will be reviewed in 2028. Foundation Scotland hosts the listing, but the fund is run locally by St Monans and Abercrombie Community Council. The Community Council makes the award decisions. It also advertises the exact priorities, who can apply, what cannot be funded, and how and when to apply. Applications are made direct through the Community Council. One practical point: because the detail sits with the Community Council, you will need to read its local information before you plan your project. Foundation Scotland also asks you to read its application criteria first. If you want advice on running your group or project, Fife Voluntary Action is the local Third Sector Interface. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/nng-st-monans-and-abercrombie-community-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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NnG Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

Funding amount not listedScotland

The Neart na Gaoithe (NnG) Community Fund supports charitable activity that benefits communities near the NnG offshore wind farm. It began in late 2025. The wind farm is owned by NnG, a joint venture between EDF power solutions UK and ESB, which donates £270,000 a year, rising in line with inflation. The fund is expected to run for 25 years. For the first three years it covers set community council areas in three places: the East Lammermuir area in East Lothian, five coastal areas in Fife, and five coastal Berwickshire areas in the Scottish Borders. In year one, 68% (£183,600) is for East Lammermuir, 20% (£54,000) is for Fife and 12% (£32,400) is for East Berwickshire. There is no single application route. Each area has its own local fund with its own arrangements. Some are run by community councils. Some are run by Foundation Scotland with a local decision making panel. In East Berwickshire, NnG money is joined with community benefit funding from the Drone Hill windfarm. In Crail, year one funding is going to a strategic project run by the community council. There is no fixed grant amount and no single deadline. Launch dates will be shared on each area's fund page. The key practical point is that who can apply, what can be funded and how decisions are made all differ by area. Read the application criteria first, then the page for your local fund, before you plan a project. The overall area of benefit and the percentage split between areas will be reviewed in 2028. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/nng-community-fund. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Grants for environmental activities

Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland

Up to £7,000North East England

Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland runs many funds across the North East. This listing points to its main apply page. The fund on that page closest to environmental activity is The Curtin PARP Fund, which supports "Passionate About Realising Potential in environmental/green careers". The Curtin PARP Fund is open to both organisations and individuals. Awards are up to £7,000. It is a rolling grant, so you can apply at any time rather than waiting for a closing date. It covers Gateshead, Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Sunderland. If no current fund matches your plans, the foundation encourages a general application instead. As long as your organisation is in Tyne and Wear or Northumberland, you can make one at any time of year. Before you apply for the first time, you will need an account on the foundation's grantee portal. The page also offers eligibility information for new applicants, a set of FAQs and a Help and Support page if you need a hand with your application. One practical point to bear in mind: The Curtin PARP Fund does not list County Durham or Tees Valley among its areas, so organisations based there should look at the foundation's other funds or check that their location fits before spending time on an application. Official source: https://www.communityfoundation.org.uk/apply/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Supporting people with practical cost-of-living interventions in North East England

Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland

Up to £7,500North East England

The Mayor's Opportunity Fund supports people with practical cost-of-living interventions across North East England. It is run by Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland, and it is listed on the funder's page as a grant for organisations. You can ask for up to £7,500. The page does not give a minimum award. The fund is a rolling grant. That means the funder lists it as open without a closing date, so you do not need to work to a fixed deadline. It covers County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Sunderland. Tees Valley is not on the list of areas for this fund, so check that your work takes place in one of the seven named areas before you go any further. The funder asks first-time applicants to read its eligibility information and to register for an account on its grantee portal before applying. Plan time for this, because you cannot apply without an account. The funder also offers a Help and Support page and a set of FAQs if you need a hand with your application. One practical point to keep in mind: the listing on the funder's page is brief. It names the fund and the maximum grant, but the detail of what counts as a practical cost-of-living intervention sits behind the Read more link. Look at that fund page and the new applicant guidance so you can be sure your project fits before you spend time on an application. Official source: https://www.communityfoundation.org.uk/apply/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Winter Resilience Fund

Two Ridings Community Foundation

Up to £2,500Yorkshire and The Humber

Grants for local groups helping people who are especially vulnerable in winter, such as warm spaces, food provision and wellbeing activities. Priority goes to projects for older people and to needs identified by local people. Amount: Up to £2,500. Rolling: open until all funding is committed; covers activity from October 2026 to March 2027. Who can apply: Small voluntary and community groups, small charities and other not-for-profit organisations with wholly charitable purposes, based in East Yorkshire, Hull, North Yorkshire or York, with annual income under £500,000 (priority under £250,000). How to apply: Read the Winter Resilience guidance notes and the How to Apply page on the Two Ridings website, then apply online from the fund page. The fund closes once the money is committed, so apply early. Official source: https://tworidingscf.org.uk/fund/winter-resilience-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 19 October 2026.

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Support for vulnerable people in Tyne & Wear and Northumberland

Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland

Funding amount not listedNorth East England

The Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland funds a wide range of causes across the North East. This page is the starting point for applying. It helps you check your eligibility, see which funds are open and register to apply. If a fund with a current call suits your work, you can apply to that. If nothing matches, you can make a general application instead. As long as your organisation is in Tyne and Wear or Northumberland, you can do this at any time of year. Several funds could suit work with people facing hardship. The Mayor's Opportunity Fund backs practical cost-of-living help and offers up to £7,500 on a rolling basis to organisations. The Jackie Haq Fund supports small grassroots organisations tackling domestic violence, poverty, racism, disadvantage and mental health or suicide prevention. It offers up to £1,500 and closes on 23 November 2026. Other funds on the page cover young people, culture, sport, STEM and capital projects. Maximum awards run up to £25,000, depending on the fund. Be aware that each fund has its own location, applicant type and closing date. Some are for individuals only. The page gives no set award size for a general application. Before applying for the first time, you will need an account on the grantee portal. Help and support is available if you need it. Official source: https://www.communityfoundation.org.uk/apply/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Birmingham and Black Country Communities Fund

Heart of England Community Foundation

£500 - £3,000West Midlands

The Birmingham and Black Country Communities Fund offers grants to support people living in Birmingham and the Black Country. It is run by Heart of England Community Foundation. The money comes from the earnings of a number of endowment funds. These funds are created from contributions by individuals, companies and trusts, and the Foundation manages them. You can ask for between £500 and £3,000. The minimum request is £500 and grants go up to £3,000. Your application needs to meet at least one of four aims. These are to promote health and wellbeing, to tackle disadvantage, to promote community cohesion, or to develop sustainable communities. Think about which aim fits your project best and make that clear from the start. The page does not give a closing date, and it does not say whether the fund is open to applications right now. It does have an "Apply now" link and a Fund Factsheet that gives more detail about the fund. This fund may suit you if you are running a project that benefits local people in Birmingham or the Black Country and you need a small to medium grant. Make sure your request is at least £500, as smaller requests do not meet the fund's minimum. Official source: https://www.heartofenglandcf.org/birmingham-black-country-communities-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Johnson Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £3,000North West England

The Johnson Fund from Cumbria Community Foundation gives grants to organisations and individuals. It backs work that reduces poverty, improves health, tackles social inequality and helps people reach their potential. It also supports projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. The fund covers the former local authority areas of Allerdale, Carlisle, Eden and South Lakeland. You can apply if you are a charitable, not-for-profit organisation, or if you are an individual under the age of 30. Grants will normally be up to £3,000 over one year. Priority goes to projects that help carers of people with dementia, or that support young people to fulfil their potential. Past projects give a good feel for what the fund supports. They include music therapy sessions for disabled children, training materials for students to build their skills and employability, and a time-out trip for carers of people with mental health issues. The fund has also contributed to the living costs of a student studying for a MMus (conducting) degree. Household income is considered when the foundation assesses an application from an individual. All applications are made through the foundation's online application portal, and there is a step-by-step portal help guide to walk you through it. If you have questions about the fund, you can contact Lisa Blackwell, Grants and Programmes Officer, on 01900 820828 or at lisa@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/johnson-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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HIWCF Community Grants

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation

£1,000 - £5,000England, South East England

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation (HIWCF) offers grants through an annual calendar of themed programmes. They are all designed to build thriving communities across Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. The focus is on smaller, grassroots organisations. Generally, grants are between £1,000 and £5,000. They go to non-profit organisations, including charities, charitable incorporated organisations, companies limited by guarantee, community interest companies limited by guarantee and constituted community organisations. HIWCF funds against six impact themes, and there is a separate route for individuals applying for themselves. Each programme has its own criteria, so read the details of the specific fund you are interested in before you start. The page also points to application guidance, a guide to filling out the form, FAQs and the grant policy. You can subscribe to alerts to hear when new funding opportunities open. One practical point to keep in mind: demand for grants is higher than the money available. HIWCF says it can often fund less than half of the applications it receives. It also says it does not currently offer hardship grants for individuals. If you want advice while you apply, you can call the Grants Team on 01962 798700 or email Grantsadmin@hiwcf.com. Official source: https://hiwcf.org.uk/grants/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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People affected by hardship and living in areas of disadvantage

Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland

Funding amount not listedNorth East England

This page is the Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland's main route into its grants. It does not describe a single fund called "People affected by hardship and living in areas of disadvantage". It does show how to apply for support across the North East. If no current call matches your work, you can make a general application. Organisations in Tyne and Wear or Northumberland can do this at any time of year. The page also lists funds with their own calls. Some may suit work with people facing hardship. The Mayor's Opportunity Fund backs practical cost-of-living support through a rolling grant of up to £7,500. The Jackie Haq Fund helps small grassroots organisations tackling issues such as poverty, disadvantage and mental health, with grants of up to £1,500. It closes on 23 November 2026. The Henderson Family Fund supports young people in hardship in Northumberland, with a rolling grant of up to £1,000. Before you apply for the first time, you need an account on the foundation's grantee portal. New applicants should also read the eligibility information first. Help and Support is available if you need it. One thing to bear in mind: each fund has its own locations, grant type and maximum award, and some are only open at certain times of the year. Match your project to a fund where you can, and use the general route if nothing fits. Official source: https://www.communityfoundation.org.uk/apply/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Halkirk District Benefit Fund - Individual

Foundation Scotland

Up to £1,500Scotland

The Halkirk District Benefit Fund (individual fund) is managed with Foundation Scotland. It helps people in the Halkirk District of Highland book recreational activities or personal development experiences that meet their needs. People aged 18 and under can apply for up to £1,500. People aged 19 and over can apply for up to £500. The activity could be sport, arts, heritage, culture or science, an educational class, something competitive, or anything that supports mental or physical health or helps people feel more included. Awards cover costs directly linked to taking part. These include tutor or class fees, entry fees, and travel and accommodation to attend competitions. An activity funded in a previous year can usually be supported again. If you need a carer to take part, their costs can be included, as long as other schemes such as the plus one scheme have been considered. There is no deadline, so you can apply at any time using the online form. Only one application will be considered in any 12 month period. Parents should apply on behalf of children under 18. The main caveat is that your grant must also benefit the wider community. You could share your experience with others, or offer mentoring or training through a local club. You will also be expected to attend the fund's AGM to share your experiences. Equipment and kit are not usually funded, unless not buying them would stop you taking part. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/halkirk-district-benefit-fund-individual. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Live the Dream Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £10,000North West England

The Live the Dream Fund from Cumbria Community Foundation helps people in the former local authority areas of Allerdale and Copeland to take part in education or training that raises career aspirations. The money comes from the donor BNFL. Two groups can apply. Young people living in Allerdale or Copeland can apply as individuals, with priority given to those aged 16-25. Charitable and not-for-profit organisations can also apply, as long as their work directly benefits individuals in those areas and they can show how they are raising aspirations for young people. Individuals can apply for up to £2,000 over one year. The foundation will consider household income when it assesses the application. Organisations can apply for up to £10,000 over one year, and multiple-year funding may be considered. Examples of projects supported include living costs for someone studying at university, coaching and training costs for a promising young athlete, apprenticeship wages for a youth organisation, an event to promote career aspirations, and an employment programme for young people. The fund will not support school trips, expeditions or family holidays. The foundation's normal exclusions also apply. One practical point: individuals need to provide evidence of excellence in their chosen field, so gather that before you start. All applications go through the foundation's online portal, and there is a step-by-step help guide to walk you through it. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/live-the-dream-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Coventry, Solihull & Warwickshire Communities Fund

Heart of England Community Foundation

£500 - £3,000West Midlands

The Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire Communities Fund is run by the Heart of England Community Foundation. The money comes from the earnings of the Foundation's own endowment fund. Grants of up to £3,000 are available for organisations in Coventry, Solihull and Warwickshire. The smallest grant you can request is £500. That makes it a good fit for smaller local projects rather than large-scale work. Your application must meet at least one of four aims. These are to promote health and wellbeing, to tackle disadvantage, to promote community cohesion, or to develop sustainable communities. The page does not give a closing date or say whether the fund is open all year, so you may want to look at the Apply button on the page to see how things stand before you start. One practical point to note. Before you apply, the funder asks you to read the Fund Factsheet and its Essential Information. These documents should explain the detail of what the fund will and will not support, so it is worth reading both before you put your application together. Official source: https://www.heartofenglandcf.org/coventry-solihull-warwickshire-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Express Grant Programme

Quartet Community Foundation

Up to £5,000South West England

The Express Grant Programme from Quartet Community Foundation supports local grassroots groups and small to medium sized organisations working with communities that face inequality and disadvantage. It is open for applications all year, so there is no closing date to work towards. The programme funds activities, projects and services that help people affected by economic disadvantage, such as poverty, unemployment or low income. It also funds work that improves access to appropriate and affordable services and support for people who are currently excluded or underserved. The communities can be geographic, or groups brought together by race or ethnicity, age, disability, gender or sexual orientation. You can ask for up to £5,000. The average grant is around £4,000. You can apply for a new activity or to continue something you already do. Grants can cover core or running costs, project and activity costs, and capital costs such as equipment or refurbishment. You should plan to start spending the grant within six months of it being awarded. You must be based and working in Bristol, Bath and North-East Somerset, North Somerset or South Gloucestershire. The foundation prioritises organisations with an income under £1 million, and particularly those under £0.5 million. A practical point to know: funds are limited, and currently 54% of applications are successful. The foundation aims to fully fund requests but may occasionally award part of the amount. Decisions usually take up to 8 weeks, and may take up to 10 weeks at busy times. Some criteria changed from 1 May 2026, so read the Guide for Applicants before you apply. Official source: https://quartetcf.org.uk/grants/express-grant-programme/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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The 1989 Willan Charitable Trust

Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland

Up to £10,000North East England

The 1989 Willan Charitable Trust is a fund run by Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland. It gives grants to organisations, and the funder's page lists it as a rolling grant. That means you can apply at any time rather than waiting for a closing date. The fund covers a wide area. It is open to organisations in County Durham, Tees Valley, Gateshead, Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside, South Tyneside and Sunderland. The maximum grant is £10,000. The page does not give a minimum award. The funder's listing does not describe what the fund pays for, so this page cannot tell you the specific themes or activities it backs. The funder says its grants support a wide range of causes across the North East, and each fund has its own "Read more" page with the details. Before you apply for the first time, you will need an account on the funder's grantee portal. The funder also asks new applicants to check its eligibility criteria first. If you need support with your application, it has a Help and Support page. One practical point to bear in mind: the funder says some funds only open at certain times, but this one is listed as rolling. If no current fund suits your project, the funder says organisations in Tyne and Wear or Northumberland can make a general application at any time of year. Official source: https://www.communityfoundation.org.uk/apply/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Alston Moor Community Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000North West England

The Alston Moor Community Fund, run by Cumbria Community Foundation, gives grants to organisations in the civil parish of Alston Moor. It is funded by an anonymous donor. The fund backs initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality and help people reach their potential. It also supports projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action in the parish. Examples of projects the fund has supported include community events and festivals, improvements to community facilities, arts and culture programmes, and community development and sustainability work. If your idea fits one of those themes, this could be a good match. The fund is open to charitable, not-for-profit groups. That means charities and community groups are the main audience. It will not support individuals. The Foundation's normal exclusions also apply, so it is worth reading those before you start. Grants will normally be up to £2,000, so think about how far a smaller award can take your project. Your project should benefit the civil parish of Alston Moor. All applications are now made through the Foundation's online application portal. The Foundation has a step-by-step portal help guide to walk you through it. If you would like to talk about the fund first, you can contact Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or email grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/alston-moor-community-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Funding for Organisations

Kent Community Foundation

Funding amount not listedEngland, South East England

Kent Community Foundation gives grants to charities and community groups working in Kent and Medway. The funding supports local people and the issues that matter most to their communities. Every year, hundreds of small charities and community groups secure funding with the foundation's help. Your work should fit one of five priority areas. These are mental health and wellbeing; children, young people and families; crisis and basic needs; connected communities; and environment. Past projects include sustaining community gardens in Broadstairs and improving wellbeing access for African and other ethnic minority communities in North Kent. Support is built into the process. There is practical application guidance, an eligibility checker that takes a few minutes, a set of FAQs and a friendly Grants Team you can contact by email or phone. This is useful whether you are new to applying or have applied before. The foundation also runs a social lending programme. It offers unsecured loans of £10,000 to £100,000, with up to 30% as a grant, for organisations that want to grow, innovate or sustain their impact. Funding for individuals works differently, because professionals working with people in financial hardship in Kent or Medway nominate them. A practical tip: before you start, make sure your project fits one of the priority areas. The eligibility checker is the quickest way to find out if your organisation qualifies. Official source: https://kentcf.org.uk/funding/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Laurel House Brampton Fund

Cumbria Community Foundation

Up to £2,000North West England

The Laurel House Brampton Fund from Cumbria Community Foundation supports activities that benefit older people aged 60 and over who live in the Parish of Brampton and the surrounding area. The money comes from the Laurel House Management Committee. Grants will normally be up to £2,000 over one year. Multiple-year grants may be considered, depending on the project. Priority goes to projects that reduce isolation for older people or improve their health and wellbeing. The funder gives clear examples of what it supports. These include social activities such as regular meetings, pie and pea suppers, lunches, coffee mornings, meals out and regular outings and trips. They also include activities and outings that improve the health and welfare of older people, especially those with mobility issues or disabilities, and their carers. Sessions with speakers or organisations that offer advice and guidance, such as benefits advice, are also supported. The fund is open to charitable not-for-profit organisations. It will not support individuals. The foundation's normal exclusions apply as well, so it is worth reading them before you start your application. All applications are made through the foundation's online application portal, and there is a step-by-step help guide for using it. If you have questions about the fund, you can contact Joe Cosby on 01900 511 856 or at grants@cumbriafoundation.org. Remember that the benefit must reach older people in the Brampton area, so make that link clear in your project plans. Official source: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/fund/laurel-house-brampton-fund/. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.

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Carcant Wind Farm Community Fund (Heriot)

Foundation Scotland

£250 - £10,000Scotland

The Carcant Wind Farm Community Fund (Heriot) is run by Foundation Scotland. It backs community projects that benefit people living in the Heriot Community Council area in the Scottish Borders. The money comes from community benefit payments made by the operators of two wind farms near Heriot, Carcant and Toddleburn. Grants run from £250 to £10,000. Larger requests may be considered in exceptional cases where you can show significant impact, and the page advises you to call the Fund Manager before applying for more. The fund can pay up to 100% of project costs. It can cover equipment, staff or sessional workers, consultations, running costs for local groups, and the maintenance or refurbishment of community facilities. The fund supports activities that encourage community spirit, improve access to services, improve local transport infrastructure, build the local economy, strengthen cooperation between groups, or develop and maintain community assets. The last listed funding round closed on 19 September 2025, with decisions in mid November. The page also says other applications may be submitted at any time, with a 6-8 week turnaround for decisions. If your request is time sensitive, the Panel may be able to consider it between rounds, so contact the Fund Adviser. One practical point: if you apply for running costs, there is no guarantee of support year after year. The fund encourages groups to work towards self-sufficiency. It also cannot pay for second-hand vehicles or energy consumption costs. Applications from groups that have explored other funding or raised money locally are looked on favourably. Official source: https://www.foundationscotland.org.uk/apply-for-funding/funding-available/carcant-heriot. Last checked by GrantMatch on 16 October 2026.