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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.
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Funding opportunities
Here are the funding opportunities we have shared recently…
Birmingham and Black Country Communities Fund – Heart Of England Community Foundation
Grants of up to £3,000 are available to support projects making a difference in Birmingham and the Black Country.
Ford Britain Trust Grants
The Ford Britain Trust is offering grants of up to £3,000 to support community and education projects across the UK.
Women and Girls Match Fund – Applications Now Open!
Are you part of a charity dedicated to supporting and empowering women and girls? The Women and Girls Match Fund 2025 is now accepting applications, offering matched funding to charities making a real difference.
The Elephant Trust Grants for Fine Arts
The Elephant Trust is offering grants between £2,000 – £5,000 to support new work in the fine arts, with priority given to artists, small organisations, and galleries producing imaginative exhibitions or projects.
Lloyds Bank Foundation – Local Collaborations Programme Now Open!
If your charity is involved in policy and influencing work at a local level, don’t miss this opportunity! The Local Collaborations Programme is now open for applications, offering £100,000 over two years to partnerships of at least three organisations.
Funding for Physical Activity Providers – Parkinson’s UK
The Parkinson’s UK Physical Activity Grants Programme is reopening on Monday 10 March 2025! This fund supports activity providers, community groups, networks, and organisations to create opportunities for people with Parkinson’s to stay active.
Funding for Social Justice – Barrow Cadbury Trust
The Barrow Cadbury Trust is an independent charity dedicated to tackling social injustice by addressing the root causes of inequality. They focus on a small number of distinct policy areas, working to build evidence, advocate for change, and amplify the voices of those affected.
The Happiness Fund – £5,000 for Community Wellbeing Projects
The Happiness Fund is here to support grassroots projects that promote mental health, wellbeing, inclusion, and skills development in local communities. Think SpongeBob’s optimism meets Holly Willoughby’s charm! 🧽✨
£1.5 Million Fund to Support Windrush Compensation Claims
The UK Government has announced £1.5 million in funding to help victims of the Windrush scandal navigate the compensation application process and secure their legal status.
npower Business Solutions Foundation – Grants Up to £100,000
Funding is now available for charities, CICs, and educational institutions within 50 miles of Solihull to support community projects focused on sustainability, social innovation, and local employment opportunities.
Community Cohesion and Resilience Project Fund
City of Wolverhampton Council has been awarded a portion of funding from The Ministry of Housing Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) to deliver projects that build community relationships and work to prevent and counter harmful narratives. We are inviting applications which seek to bring communities together and raise community awareness and support.
Targeted Initiative Fund (TIF) for Community Projects
Counter Terrorism Policing West Midlands (CTPWM) is offering funding for community projects that support Prevent objectives across the region.
HAF 2025 Grant Applications Now Open!
Organisations can now apply for HAF 2025 holiday funding, supporting children with healthy meals, physical activities, and enriching experiences during school holidays.
Warburtons Families Matter Community Grants
Not-for-profit organisations in England, Scotland, and Wales can apply for grants of up to £400 to support projects that benefit families in need.
The Screwfix Foundation
Charities and not-for-profit organisations can now apply for grants of up to £5,000 to support projects that fix, repair, maintain, and improve properties and community facilities for those in need across the UK.
National Lottery statement on the use of Artificial Intelligence tools in funding applications
More and more charities are using AI to support them with their National Lottery grant applications, but we know there’s a lot of conflicting advice out there, especially when it comes to what’s acceptable and what isn’t.
Student Opportunities in Museums
Museums can now access grants to create paid opportunities for students, offering mutual benefits for both students and museums.
King Charles III Charitable Fund – Small Grants
The King Charles III Charitable Fund supports community-based organisations with grants of up to £5,000 per year. Approximately 100 grants are awarded annually to help small non-profits make a difference.
Funding Now Open! 2025 REN Community Research for Health Grants
Does your organisation work with people with a story to tell? If so, you may be interested in becoming a community researcher! We are pleased to announce that the second phase of Research Engagement Development (REN) fund is now underway, as we continue to discover what matters most to people when it comes to health and care.
Grants to Support Vulnerable Young People
Grants of up to £2,400 are available through Buttle UK’s Chances for Children Grants to help vulnerable children and young people (aged 2–18) who have experienced a recent crisis or significant change affecting their wellbeing or education.
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.
Email: commshub@wvca.org.uk