Wolverhampton’s Family Hubs partnership is pleased to announce that our city has been awarded funding to take part in a 6-month pilot of the DfE’s new Family Hubs Digital Service.
Charity Excellence is a Free One-Stop-Shop For Charity Funding, Policies, Help & Resources and includes funding opportunities for Core Funding and Small Charities & Community Groups plus 100s of links to other free charity funding directories.
The newly launched Access Programme supports social enterprises and charities in the West Midlands addressing the pressing cost-of-living crisis.
Households struggling with the on-going cost of living crisis can still seek help from the council, which has invested £15.2 million to date in helping families in need afford daily essentials.
The Dulverton Trust Fund aims to aid charitable endeavours addressing local needs in West Midlands. Grants of up to £5,000 are accessible for organisations, with funds to be utilised within a year. Applicants must align with one of the following priorities: youth opportunities, general welfare, conservation, or heritage.
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) launched the Community Environment Fund in October 2023, backed by £1 million from the Government’s Commonwealth Games Legacy Enhancement Fund. This initiative aims to empower communities to enhance the environment and quality of life. Grants of up to £25,000 for small projects and up to £100,000 for larger initiatives are available. Projects can focus on themes such as protecting nature, promoting circular economy practices, adapting to climate change, improving access to green spaces, and raising awareness about environmental issues.