Grants supporting community action

Each entry on the list contains key information such as the funder’s interests, contact information and details of how to apply. The funder’s website is included; we recommend that you visit their website before making an application. Most funders have a list of Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) to help you complete their application forms online.

If you need support when applying for grants, we have developed some resources and tools that can assist your church and its community.

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Supporting community action

Cheshire Community Foundation

A range of community grants for churches in Cheshire.

Link to more information on Cheshire Community Foundation

Coalfields Regeneration Trust - Scotland

Supporting community organisations in former coalfield communities in Scotland.

Link to more information on Coalfields Regeneration Trust - Scotland

Coalfields Regeneration Trust - Wales

Supporting community organisations in former coalfield communities in Wales.

Link to more information on Coalfields Regeneration Trust - Wales

County Durham Community Foundation

To build more confident communities across county Durham.

Link to more information on County Durham Community Foundation

Foundation Scotland

Created to support local charities and grassroots organisations across Scotland

Link to more information on Foundation Scotland

Foyle Foundation

Young people, vulnerable, elderly, disadvantaged. Arts, Heritage, Education.

Link to more information on Foyle Foundation

Gannochy Trust

To improve the quality of community life in Perth and Kinross, and for people across Scotland.

Link to more information on Gannochy Trust

Garfield Weston Foundation

Usual grant programme continuing for up to £100,000, occasionally more, for a wide range of causes.

Link to more information on Garfield Weston Foundation

Hadrian Trust

Supporting vulnerable people and communities; improving the lives of people living and working in the North East of England.

Link to more information on Hadrian Trust

Karbon Homes

Community funding - Up to £4,000 for projects that make a real difference to people’s lives and wellbeing in communities across the North East of England.

Link to more information on Karbon Homes

Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme

Grants that cover the VAT incurred in making repairs to listed buildings in use as places of worship.

Link to more information on Listed Places of Worship Grant Scheme

National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF)

Range of grants available for community projects.

Link to more information on National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF)

The 29th May 1961 Charitable Trust

Supporting a wide range of charitable purposes across a broad spectrum.

Link to more information on The 29th May 1961 Charitable Trust

The Leathersellers Company

Typically focus on tackling deprivation and social problems, but a wide range of causes are supported.

Link to more information on The Leathersellers Company

Yapp Charitable Trust

Grants for running costs to small charities in England and Wales.

Link to more information on Yapp Charitable Trust

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