Support for your organisation
Funding
We can help you find the right funding for your project or organisation.
Hundreds of funding opportunities exist with funds available from a few pounds to thousands of pounds, however, it is increasingly competitive.
Generally, funders want to fund good projects, groups and organisations that meet community needs, have an impact and improve people’s lives in some way.
Not all projects and groups need funding but if you think you do, WVCA can help you to find the right funder for your project, group or organisation and can provide support with the application process.
3 things you can do to find funding…
Funding opportunities
Here are the funding opportunities we have shared recently…
The Ironmongers’ Company Grants
Calling all Wolverhampton charities working with disadvantaged young people under 25: the Ironmongers’ Company has opened its UK‐wide grant round.
UnLtd Awards – Funding for Social Entrepreneurs
UnLtd offers grants of up to £8,000 for start-ups and £18,000 for growing ventures led by social entrepreneurs making a positive impact in their communities.
Cash4Clubs – Grants to Get Adults Active
Community sports clubs supporting adults (18+) can apply for up to £2,000 in unrestricted funding through the Cash4Clubs grant from Sported and Flutter UKI.
FREE Trees for Schools and Communities
The Woodland Trust is giving away thousands of free trees to schools and community groups to help create a greener, healthier future.
Reach Fund – Grant Support for Investment-Readiness
The Reach Fund helps charities and social enterprises in England bridge the gap between ambition and investment, by funding the final pieces of work that investors often require. Managed by Social Investment Business on behalf of Access – The Foundation for Social Investment, the Reach Fund typically provides grants in the range of £5,000 to £15,000.
Friends of the Elderly – Grants for Older People
The Friends of the Elderly Grants Programme provides small grants of up to £600 to help older people living on low incomes across England and Wales. The scheme supports individuals or couples who are of or over state pension age, have savings of less than £5,000, and do not meet the criteria for other funders.
Funding for Respite Breaks for Disabled Children and their Families
The Adamson Trust provides financial assistance for the cost of holidays and respite breaks for disabled children and their families. Grants are available to help children aged 3–17 with physical, mental or emotional impairments enjoy much-needed time away.
Severn Trent Community Fund: Core Funding (Nov 2025)
The fund offers restricted grants of £5,000–£20,000 to eligible not-for-profit organisations supporting essential community services, with a focus on improving wellbeing and helping vulnerable residents. This round will support around 28 organisations across the Severn Trent region with one year of core funding.
Already signed up as a Good Cause with the Wolverhampton Community Lottery?
Your online dashboard has everything you need to make the most of the lottery – from tracking ticket sales to boosting your fundraising campaigns.
Triangle Trust – Grants for Vulnerable Young Women and Girls at Risk of Entering the Criminal Justice System
Apply by 21st October for Triangle Trust grants of up to £10,000 supporting women-led organisations working with vulnerable young women and girls at risk of entering the criminal justice system.
Paul Hamlyn Foundation – Early-Stage Ideas Driving Social Change
Paul Hamlyn Foundation offering up to £20,000 to support bold, early-stage ideas tackling social issues across the UK (details coming soon)
National Gardens Scheme – Community Garden Grants Now Open
Apply by 20th October for National Gardens Scheme grants to transform community outdoor spaces and boost wellbeing through gardening.
Groundwork Grassroots Grants – Up to £2,000 for Local Projects
Apply by 14th October for Groundwork Grassroots grants of £500–£2,000 supporting small charities tackling local issues in Wolverhampton and beyond.
Gardening with Disabilities Trust – Grants for Disabled Gardeners
Ongoing grants available from the Gardening with Disabilities Trust to help disabled gardeners adapt their gardens and keep gardening.
Edgar E Lawley Foundation – 2025–26 Grants Programme
Apply by 31st October for Edgar E Lawley Foundation grants of £1,500–£2,000 to support UK charities in health, education, and community wellbeing.
Throwback to the launch of the Wolverhampton Community Lottery!
Did you know the lottery is a simple way for local groups and organisations to raise unrestricted funds through ticket sales – while giving residents the chance to support the causes they care about?
Motability Foundation: Organisation Grants
Charities and organisations can apply for grants to enhance existing services or launch new initiatives that improve transport access for disabled people.
Calisen Impact Charitable Trust – Environmental & Social Wellbeing Grants
The Calisen Impact Charitable Trust is inviting applications for projects that support environmental sustainability and social wellbeing across the UK.
Esmée Fairbairn Foundation
The Esmée Fairbairn Foundation supports organisations across the UK working towards long-term, positive change. Their funding focuses on three priority areas.
Sport England – The Movement Fund
Sport England offers up to £15,000 for physical activity projects in the community. The focus is on people who face barriers to activity and projects designed to help them.
How can I get support with funding?
Contact Us
Our team has a wealth of knowledge and experience and will be able to help you with any questions you may have.
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