Funding Opportunities and Community Information
9th of March, 2026
OPPORTUNITIES
Faith Security Training
The Home Office is launching FST – a free scheme designed to help faith communities across England strengthen their security awareness and preparedness. Delivered by CDS Support, this training provides practical guidance to keep places of worship safe and resilient.
Virtual or face-to-face sessions will be offered.
Please register your interest via this link: https://email.cdsds.uk/en-gb/faith-security-training
Celebrate an Outstanding Young Person with the Sheraton Trophy
Do you know a person aged 18 or under who inspires others? Nominate them for the Sheraton Trophy to give them the praise and recognition they deserve.
Nominating is easy – email mayor@wyre.gov.uk with the young person’s full name, age, contact details and a short explanation of why they inspire you.
Deadline: 7th April 2026
FUNDING CONSULTATION
New Morecambe Bay Offshore Windfarm Community Benefit Fund
Deadline: 22nd May 2026 (consultation closes). The fund will not go live until 2030!
Who for: Thornton-Cleveleys & Poulton-le-Fylde (also Blackpool, most of Fylde, and small parts of Preston and South Ribble)
What for: Community projects
How much for: When the wind farm is in operation, £200,000 is expected to be made available annually.
Link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/XHKJH8Y (consultation)
Further information: https://grantscape.org.uk/fund/mowcbf-public-consultation/
FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES
Finnis Scott Foundation
Deadline: 12th March
Who for: Charities, including CIOs. Unfortunately, not CICs.
What for: Gardening, fine art and history projects
How much for: Usually grants of £5,000
Link: https://www.finnis-scott-foundation.org.uk/apply-for-a-grant/
One Stop Community Partnership Programme
Deadline: Expected to open this month/March
Who for: Community groups near a One Stop – Preesall, Garstang, Thornton-Cleveleys, Fleetwood
What for: Tackling food poverty, reducing inequality, supporting vulnerable people including the elderly, sports teams, improving the local environment
How much for: £1,000
Link: https://www.onestop.co.uk/community-partnership-programme/
Laughology Happiness Fund
Deadline: 27th March
Who for: Community-based organisations
What for: Projects that are sustainable (not one-off events or salaries)
How much for: £5,000 (note the total fund is £10,000)
Link: https://laughology.co.uk/happiness-fund/ (to complete 4 pre-requisite questions)