So, you want to write a grant application? This means you have valuable work to do in your community that you’re passionate about. Writing a grant application is a major undertaking. You are entering a fierce competition for funding and as funders often only accept application a few times...
Lewisham Local became a local funder in 2020! In that time we have had the pleasure of launching some exciting funds attracting new individuals and organisations that have not previously accessed grant funding. This article provides some of our reflections on Do’s and Don’ts from reading a variety of...
About Lewisham Local is pleased to launch a ‘Community Food Projects Small Grants Fund’ for existing community food projects in Lewisham to apply for up to £750 to support their work providing food to Lewisham’s most vulnerable residents. This fund has been launched to help groups meet the unprecedented...
Open Funds The Cornerstone Fund – up to £25,000 Their collective vision is for London to be a city where all individuals and communities can thrive. Their mission is to reduce inequality and grow stronger, more resilient and thriving communities for a London that serves everyone. Deadline 22nd March 2021...
Aviva Community Fund During the COVID-19 outbreak, have you had to shift your focus? Have you had to adapt the way you run your charity? Is it challenging to correctly equip your staff/volunteers to work remotely? These are challenging times for many small charities. That’s why we wanted to...
Due to the coronavirus pandemic, demand for mental health services is increasing. Organisations can apply for a Coronavirus Mental Health Response Fund (CMHRF) grant. Thanks to £5m support from government (the Department of Health and Social Care), grants of £20,000 or £50,000 are available for projects lasting up to...
Cavell Nurses’ Trust Cavell Nurses’ Trust are offering grants to nurses for certain expenses, click here to find out more. The Care Workers’ Charity The Care Workers’ Charity have two different grants available, click here for more information. Education Support Education Support provide grants for those working in the...
The below resource is from NCVO and details a breakdown of the government’s latest funding package to charities: What’s in the package? A total of £750m in funding was announced. This is new money, separate from the £300m which the National Lottery community fund (NLCF) announced they were bringing...
