The Fore – Core and Development Funding
Who’s it for?
Small charities and social enterprises working across the UK that are supporting people experiencing economic poverty, vulnerability or marginalisation.
How much?
Grants of up to £30,000, usually spread over one to three years.
What’s it for?
This funding is designed to help organisations strengthen how they work, rather than fund direct service delivery. It supports things like:
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Developing leadership, governance or strategy
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Improving systems, processes or ways of working
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Building financial resilience and long-term sustainability
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Testing new approaches or scaling what already works
What can the funding cover?
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Core costs
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Staff time
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Professional support (e.g. consultants, coaches, specialists)
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Organisational development activity
Key things to note:
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The Fore focuses on organisations with strong leadership and big potential
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Funded groups are usually small but ambitious
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Successful applicants also receive non-financial support from experienced professionals
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Applications are competitive and assessed in rounds
Deadline:
The Fore runs multiple funding rounds each year – check the website for the next deadline.