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.
Funding for young innovators tackling financial exclusion is available through the UnLtd Funding Futures Programme, offering grants of up to £18,000 for 16–30 year olds developing business ideas that improve access to financial services in disadvantaged communities. The programme combines funding with tailored support such as coaching, workshops and legal advice, helping young entrepreneurs respond to the cost-of-living crisis and build financially resilient communities. Applications are now open, with limited places available per round.
Funding for community wellbeing and tackling disadvantage is available through the Birmingham and Black Country Communities Fund, offering grants of up to £3,000 for voluntary and community organisations working locally. The fund supports a wide range of grassroots activity, from improving health and wellbeing to strengthening community cohesion and developing local solutions to local needs. Funding is aimed at small-scale projects that deliver clear and lasting benefits for people in Birmingham and the Black Country.
Funding for social inclusion and health and wellbeing projects is available through the King Charles III Charitable Fund, offering grants of up to £3,000 per year for up to three years. The fund supports UK charities and not-for-profit organisations with a track record of delivery and limited reserves, and applications are only accepted during specific funding rounds. The current round closes at 12 noon on 11 February, so eligible organisations are encouraged to apply promptly.
Funding for organisational development and core capacity is available through The Fore, offering grants of up to £30,000 for small charities and social enterprises working with people experiencing poverty or disadvantage. The fund focuses on strengthening leadership, governance, systems and long-term sustainability, rather than direct project delivery, and also includes access to skilled professional support. Funding is awarded through competitive rounds held throughout the year.