VCSE Funding Opportunities

Womble Bond Dickinson Foundation grant programme:

• What the funding is about: The Womble Bond Dickinson Foundation supports charitable organisations that align with their key themes and areas of focus, aiming to empower charities to make a strong, positive impact.
• Amount available: The specific grant amounts are not detailed on the website.​
• Eligibility: Registered charities in England and Wales, particularly those operating near Womble Bond Dickinson’s UK offices (excluding Edinburgh), are eligible to apply.
• Application deadline: 4^th June 2025

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Football Foundation’s funding opportunities:

• What the funding is about: The Football Foundation provides grants to develop and improve grassroots football facilities in England, aiming to enhance community access and participation. ​
• Amount available: Funding amounts vary depending on the specific grant programme and project scope.​
• Eligibility: Eligible applicants include not-for-profit football clubs, local authorities, County FAs, educational establishments providing community facilities, registered charities, and other not-for-profit organisations. ​
• Application deadline: Application deadlines vary by programme; interested organisations should consult the Football Foundation’s website for specific dates

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The Stephen Lloyd Awards:

• What the funding is about: The Stephen Lloyd Awards aim to support innovative, early-stage projects that can lead to practical, sustainable social or environmental change, particularly those addressing problems at a systemic level.
• Amount available: Funding of £25,000 is available to support award winners in developing their initiatives. Additionally, up to ten awards of up to £2,500 may be granted at the shortlist stage to assist candidates in further developing their ideas.
• Eligibility: Applications are open to individuals resident in the UK, or any organisation or charity established in the UK, with an innovative idea seeking to address a problem systemically. All projects must be for exclusively charitable purposes according to the laws of England and Wales.
• Application deadline: The 2025 Awards programme have applications closing at 11:59pm on 14 May 2025.

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London Councils Pan-London Grants Programme 2026-2030

• What the funding is about: This four-year initiative aims to deliver vital services across London, focusing on combating homelessness and tackling domestic and sexual abuse, ensuring support for the city’s most vulnerable residents.
• Amount available: The specific funding amounts are not detailed in the provided information.​
• Eligibility: Eligible applicants must be not-for-profit organisations with a formal constitution, financially solvent, delivering services within Greater London, and capable of operating across more than one borough.
• Application deadline: Applications must be submitted by 12 noon on 14th May 2025.

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The Forvis Mazars Foundation UK funding

• What the funding is about: The Forvis Mazars Foundation UK offers flexible funding to support charities working in local communities to drive social mobility.
• Amount available: Grants ranging from £10,000 to £20,000 per annum are awarded twice a year.
• Eligibility: Registered charities with an annual income between £100,000 and £3,000,000 are eligible to apply.
• Application deadline: Full applications are by invitation only, with grants awarded twice yearly in August and February.

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The Lloyds Bank Foundation’s Racial Equity Programme:​

• What the funding is about: The Racial Equity Programme supports small, local charities and community interest companies (CICs) led by and working with people experiencing inequity due to their race or ethnicity. It aims to strengthen their capacity and resilience through unrestricted funding and tailored development support.
• Amount available: A three-year unrestricted grant of £75,000 is available, accompanied by development support to help organisations grow stronger and thrive beyond the grant period.
• Eligibility: Eligible applicants include small, local charities and CICs with an annual income between £25,000 and £500,000, led by and working with people facing racial inequity. Organisations must be based in England or Wales and primarily serve communities experiencing racial inequity.
• Application deadline: The closing date for applications is 29th May 2025.

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The SYP Trust funding:

• What the funding is about: SYP Trust supports organisations working with young people aged 11–18 in Greater London, aiming to improve their lives through access to learning and employment, promoting healthy and active lifestyles (with a focus on mental health), and empowering them to have a voice in decisions affecting their lives.
• Amount available: Grants typically range from £5,000 to £10,000.
• Eligibility: Preference is given to organisations with an annual income of less than £400,000, working directly with young people in Greater London.
• Application deadline:
• Stage 1 application deadline: 29^th September
• Stage 2 application deadline: 20^th October

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The Pathway Fund:​

• What the funding is about: The Pathway Fund supports Black-led social enterprises and charities aiming to address issues affecting the Black community in the UK.​
• Amount available: Grants of £25,000 are available to selected organisations.​
• Eligibility: Applicant organisations must be Black-led social enterprises or charities operating in the UK, addressing issues pertinent to the Black community.​
• Application deadline: Applications opened on 14th January and will remain open until all funding is committed.

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