Place Based Expansion Funding available to the voluntary and community sector to support physical activity

An expression of interest form is available on the Active Essex website where they would like to encourage community partners to put forward their project idea along with costs. The project must hit one or more of Sport England’s criteria which is :  ·      Increasing Activity·      Decreasing Inactivity·      Tackling Inequalities·      Providing positive experiences for children and young people Details on the … Continue reading Place Based Expansion Funding available to the voluntary and community sector to support physical activity

Latest Funding Opportunities

Costco & United Way UK - Give Local GrantApply by 31/8/2024If your organisation has an average annual income of £300,000 or less, then you may be eligible. United Way UK will support organisations that provide programmes and services that align with our strategic priorities. These priorities are long-term solutions addressing one of the following needs: Education … Continue reading Latest Funding Opportunities

Thames Freeport secures over £1 Million in Awards for skills fund: Pioneering Workforce Development in the region

[London, 20 August 2024] Thames Freeport is proud to announce the award of substantial funding totalling £1.2 million to support its Skills Fund, a critical component of the “Skills for the Future” campaign. This funding will significantly enhance workforce development and upskilling initiatives in the region, driving economic growth and preparing the local workforce to … Continue reading Thames Freeport secures over £1 Million in Awards for skills fund: Pioneering Workforce Development in the region

Southall Trust grant

Please note, this is a rolling fund and an eligibility checker can be found on their website. Southall Trust, awards grants to charities that are registered in the UK and working in at least one of the following four areas; Quaker Work & Witness Peace & Reconciliation Environmental Action & Sustainability Social Action Click here for … Continue reading Southall Trust grant

Koda Kultur fund

Please note this is a rolling fund and Koda Kultur welcomes applications from composers, who are members of Koda, and who work within the genre of art music. The purpose of the Mentorship grant is to support the artistic growth and development of composers within the genre of art music – which for the purposes of … Continue reading Koda Kultur fund

Violence & Vulnerability Community Grant

Violence & Vulnerability Community Grants 2025-2026 is open to local 'not-for-profit' voluntary or community clubs or organisations with a registered office based address, and delivering work in, Essex, Southend and Thurrock only. Apply by 23/9/24 The aim of this fund is to reduce the overall likelihood of ever becoming a victim or perpetrator of violence, by reducing risk factors … Continue reading Violence & Vulnerability Community Grant

Community Safety Development Fund

Apply by: 1/9/2024To be eligible you must demonstrate a positive impact on at least one of the PFCC's priorities.  The PFCC are offering funding to support local initiatives that prevent and tackle crime and anti-social behaviour.This fund empowers communities and voluntary & community groups across Essex, including Southend and Thurrock, to deliver innovative and effective solutions aligned with … Continue reading Community Safety Development Fund

Last chance to apply for funding for Digital Equipment & Connectivity

Thurrock Connect is a new project that can help Thurrock VCFSE organisations build digital inclusion and resilience for themselves and the communities they support. This innovative project offers support through IT equipment, training, online sessions, resources, and connectivity enhancements. There are two funding pots available, one for digital equipment (£80,000) and the other to support with connectivity (£30,000). Apply … Continue reading Last chance to apply for funding for Digital Equipment & Connectivity

Funding News

📣 Brand new grant available! Violence & Vulnerability Community Grants 2025-2026 is open to local 'not-for-profit' voluntary or community clubs or organisations with a registered office based address in, and delivering work in, Essex, Southend and Thurrock only. Apply by 23/9/24 The aim of this fund is to reduce the overall likelihood of ever becoming a victim or perpetrator … Continue reading Funding News

Funding available for Digital Equipment and Connectivity

Thurrock Connect is a new project that can help Thurrock VCFSE organisations build digital inclusion and resilience for themselves and the communities they support. This innovative project offers support through IT equipment, training, online sessions, resources, and connectivity enhancements. There are two funding pots available, one for digital equipment (£80,000) and the other to support with connectivity (£30,000). Apply … Continue reading Funding available for Digital Equipment and Connectivity