Funding for holiday activities for autistic children and young people is available through the Three Guineas Trust 2026 Holiday Schemes programme. Grants of up to £15,000 are available to support existing autistic-specific holiday provision for autistic children and their siblings, with funding contributing towards delivery costs.
unding for growing social enterprises and community businesses is available through the Social Economy Growth Programme, offering a £1,000 grant plus fully funded business support for West Midlands organisations. Delivered by Aston University, the programme helps charities and social enterprises build confidence, strengthen leadership skills and grow trading income through peer learning, tailored growth planning and practical tools.
Funding for community safety and local crime prevention is available through the My Community Fund from the West Midlands Police and Crime Commissioner. The fund supports small, community-led projects that help prevent crime, reduce anti-social behaviour and strengthen community cohesion across the West Midlands. It’s designed to back practical local ideas that make neighbourhoods safer and more resilient.
As of 1 February 2026, the cost to register a Community Interest Company with Companies House has gone up. If you’re planning a new CIC or budgeting for one, make sure you’ve factored these current fees in.
For over 40 years, Compton Care has been providing specialist palliative and end of life care, supporting patients and their families as they navigate life with a life-limiting condition. Our priority is to ensure that no one faces this journey alone.