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Funding Opportunities and Community News

28th of July, 2025

The Wyre VCFSE Get–Together – Deadline 31 July 2025 - On Weds 22 October 2025, representatives from the voluntary, community, faith & social enterprise (VCFSE) groups and organisations from across Wyre will have the opportunity to meet, network and learn from one another. We are inviting you to complete the following survey to help us develop the conference (which we are calling the Wyre VCFSE Get-Together). The survey will close on 31st July 2025.

Please click here for the link to the survey Wyre VCFSE Conference 2025

 

Wyre Business Awards – Deadline 1 August 2025 - Are you entering the category of Community & Charity Organisation of the year?

Proudly organised by Wyre Council, these awards shine a spotlight on the outstanding businesses that are driving innovation, creating jobs, and powering the local economy. From small start-ups to established enterprises, the awards recognise success across a wide range of sectors and are completely free to enter. This year’s glittering awards ceremony will take place on Tuesday 21 October 2025 at the iconic Marine Hall in Fleetwood, which marks its 90th anniversary in 2025, making this year’s event even more special. The event itself will celebrate the Golden Age of Hollywood. For the Community & Charity Organisation of the year awards.investinwyre.co.uk

For more information https://www.wyre.gov.uk/news/article/541/entries-now-open-for-the-wyre-business-awards-2025-

Funding Opportunities

Great British Energy Community Fund – NW England – Deadline 30 Sept 2025 - Funding up to £140,000 is available for community-based organisations, faith groups, CIC’s and sports teams which are developing projects for the benefit of their local community, to get started on clean power projects that benefit their local areas. The aims of the fund are to:-

  • Increase the level of community and locally owned renewable and low carbon energy assets to make progress towards the Government’s net-zero carbon emissions targets.
  • Support communities by helping them to reduce energy costs or generate income through community owned energy assets, reinvesting income locally, or services to reduce energy demand.
  • Promote growth through the creation of jobs and volunteering opportunities in the communities where projects are located.

The fund will achieve its aims by removing barriers to investment that are currently preventing the development of community-scale projects.

For more information Great British Energy Community Fund | Local Energy North West or contact jack.smith@lancashire.gov.uk

Amazon’s Creative Fund – No current deadline - Grants are available to charities that are currently running a programme that focuses on upskilling people from underserved communities for careers in creative industries such as publishing, music, gaming, film, TV, fashion, advertising, and other creative sectors where diversity and fresh perspectives can drive innovation and change. For more information and grant guidebook Amazon’s Regional Creatives Fund UK: £30,000 grants to boost career opportunities or contact regionalcreativesfund@amazon.com

Albert Gubay Charitable Foundation's General Fund – No Deadline - Grants are available for registered charities who are working to support communities that are in need. For details of the criteria, application process and more on the funding  albertgubayfoundation.org/?dm_i=6MG6%2CZHRV%2C1GCQ5T%2C4IKV8%2C1 or contact enquiries@theagfoundation.org

The Classical Association funds activities which promote Ancient Rome & Greece – Deadline 1 Sept 2025 – Grants up to £5000 are available.

  • UK state-maintained schools and colleges can apply for grants of up to £500 for school talks, events, workshops, theatrical performances, Greek and Roman study days, transport and/or entrance fees for groups of students to attend one-day events off-site where this would otherwise be difficult financially.
  • Outreach grants of up to £750 are also available to promote the public awareness of classical topics. This could include public talks, interactive sessions, workshops theatrical performances,
  • Major project grants (both large and small) are typically for projects that look to support and encourage the study of classical subjects in schools and sixth-form colleges. 

For more information for schools - Schools - The Classical Association and large grants Grants - The Classical Association or contact canews@classicalassociation.org

 

GSK Community Health Programme – Funding Future Health Leaders – Deadline 5pm 11 August 2025 - Grants up to £10,000 are available for UK-based charities tackling health inequalities. Organisations will receive £10,000 in funding, plus access to a leadership development programme worth £5,000, equipping emerging health leaders with the strategic skills to drive long-term impact. Targeted at small, independent charities with an income between £20k–£150k, this opportunity prioritises groups led by and for underrepresented communities. For more information https://www.kingsfund.org.uk/insight-and-analysis/projects/gsk/community-health-programme2025

Powering Change – Community Matters Fund – Deadline 5pm 1 August 2025 - Grants available up to £5000. Localgiving, in partnership with National Grid’s Electricity Distribution business, has opened applications for its 2025 Community Matters Fund (Low Carbon Communities). Grants are available to support community-led, energy-efficient initiatives that reduce carbon footprint, lower costs, and build long-term environmental resilience in underserved areas. Priority will be given to grassroots organisations supporting marginalised communities and delivering measurable, lasting impact—whether through retrofitting community spaces, providing STEM-based sustainability education, or supporting sustainable transport infrastructure. For more information https://localgiving.org/community-matters-fund-low-carbon-communities-2025

B&Q Foundation Grants to Support People Experiencing Homelessness in the UK – Deadline 16:00 1 August 2025 - B&Q Foundation has announced that its July 2025 funding round grants up to £5000 will be available and will be solely focused on funding UK based and registered charities supporting people experiencing homelessness within the UK. The grants are restricted and can only be used to provide, maintain, repair or improve housing or community spaces. For more information Apply For a Grant | B&Q Foundation or contact bandq@neighbourly.com

Mobility Foundation – Deadline 15/12/2025 - Grants are available between £50,000 and £1 million over a period of up to 3 years and is intended to develop, expand and improve active travel options for disabled people. This may include:

  • Active travel equipment hire.
  • Grant programmes for active travel equipment.
  • Services supporting disabled people to engage in active travel.
  • Training for disabled people that want to engage in active travel.
  • Pilots to test new models or solutions.

Active travel is defined as all modes of travel that allow people to get around using their own efforts – whether by walking, cycling, push scooters, or use of other mobility aids.

Active travel is making a journey by walking, cycling, using a wheelchair, push scooters, or other mobility aids.

Applications are welcome from organisations providing services and equipment, and those testing new ideas or approaches that could deliver future change.

Projects can provide support on a national scale or focus on specific regions, addressing local needs and challenges.

For more information Better Access to Active Travel Experiences and Equipment | Organisation grants or contact GrantstoOrganisations@motabilityfoundation.org.uk

Funding Reminders

Eric Wrigh Charitable Trust – No current deadline. Once it’s gone, it’s gone – Grants are available up to* £1,000 to support local organizations in the VCF sector that promote activity to address; locality community cohesion, reduce social isolation and make a positive difference to the lives and wellbeing of people of all ages. For more information, guidance and application form Eric Wright Charitable Trust Small Groups’ Funding 2025 in Wyre & Fylde - Volunteer Centre or contact enquiries@volunteercentrebwf.org.uk

LACVS/LOCAL Fylde Coast VCFSE Support Fund 2025/2026 – No deadline, first come, first served basis - Grants of up to £2,000 and one larger grant of up to £4,000 are on offer to support community-led projects.  The programme is aimed at local organisations within the VCFSE sector with an annual turnover of less than £100,000 who are providing activity to address local community development, including support into training and employment, cohesion, and which make a positive difference to the lives and wellbeing of people of all ages. For more information LACVS/LOCAL Fylde Coast VCFSE Support Fund 2025/2026 For Blackpool Wyre & Fylde - Volunteer Centre or email enquiries@volunteercentrebwf.org.uk .

Radcliffe Trust – Deadline 31 July 2025 - Charities, not-for-profit groups, and exempt organisations across the UK have until the end of July 2025 to apply for a grant of between £2,500 and £7,500 to deliver music and heritage & crafts projects. For more information The Radcliffe Trust or contact radcliffe@thetrustpartnership.com

7Stars Foundation – Deadline 31 August 2025 - Grants of up to £2500 to deliver projects and activities that support young people aged 18 years and under across the priority themes of abuse, addiction, child carers, and homelessness. For more information Apply for Funding - the7stars foundation or contact  info@the7starsfoundation.co.uk

Other information

Government Announces £500m to Support UK’s Vulnerable Children and Families – Delivered by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), the 10-year, £500 million Better Futures Fund aims to give struggling and vulnerable families and children a better start in life by providing them with the support and funding needed to access a better education, a safe home, and the caring supportive environment they need to flourish.

It is anticipated that around 200,000 children and their families will benefit from the fund over the course of the next decade.

Although details have yet to be released, the Government has indicated that it could fund providing support in schools to improve attendance and behaviour, intervening to free children from a life of crime, and offering employment support to secure their futures. This investment in early support to tackle challenges like school absence, addiction and re-offending will help give children the stability and opportunity they need to thrive.

The announcement is informed by consultation with the Social Impact Investment Advisory Group and other representatives from civil society, purpose-driven business, and local government.

Commenting, Richard Rigby, Head of UK Government Affairs, The King’s Trust said

“At The King’s Trust, we know that timely support can change the course of a young person’s life. Potential is everywhere but opportunity is not. The Better Futures Fund is an investment in the potential of young people who are too often left behind.”

For more information Largest fund of its kind to support vulnerable kids & families - GOV.UK