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…
Funding for training female grassroots sports coaches
The Barclays Community Sport Fund is offering grants to help grassroots sports organisations train more female coaches in football, cricket and tennis. The funding aims to increase opportunities for women and girls by supporting new and aspiring coaches to gain recognised qualifications.
Funding for volunteer projects supporting historic parks and gardens
The Gardens Trust is offering grants to help volunteer groups protect, restore and celebrate historic designed landscapes across the UK. Funding is intended to seed-fund projects that encourage long-term community involvement and conservation.
Funding for grassroots sports clubs
The Aldi Sports Fund is offering grants to help grassroots sports organisations across England and Wales cover essential running costs. Funding can be used to support clubs in increasing participation, improving facilities and providing better opportunities for local communities.
Funding for theatre sustainability improvements
Theatres Trust, in association with the Wolfson Foundation, is offering capital grants to help theatres improve the environmental sustainability of their buildings. Funding is available for projects that reduce environmental impact through building improvements or more efficient equipment.
Funding for projects improving children’s access to healthy food
Tesco’s Fruit & Veg Grants programme offers funding to schools, charities and not-for-profit organisations to help children and young people access free fruit and vegetables. The scheme supports projects that encourage healthy eating and improve nutrition through practical activities.
Funding for organisations preventing homelessness
The Lloyds Bank Foundation is offering unrestricted funding to charities, CIOs and CICs working to prevent homelessness through early intervention. The fund aims to support organisations helping people before they reach crisis point.
Funding Opportunity – Youth Matters Fund Delivery Partner Competition
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is seeking a lead delivery partner to oversee the Youth Matters Fund – a major national programme designed to improve youth provision in underserved communities across England. This opportunity is aimed at organisations with the capacity and experience to manage large-scale grant programmes and work collaboratively across the youth sector.
Funding for Grassroots Community Projects – King Charles III Charitable Fund Small Grants
The King Charles III Charitable Fund is offering small grants to support grassroots organisations working in some of the UK’s most deprived communities. The programme aims to help local charities deliver practical projects that improve lives and strengthen communities.
Funding for Archive Engagement Projects – National Archives Engagement Grants
The National Archives is offering Engagement Grants to help organisations deliver outreach projects that connect archives with communities across England and Wales. Funding is available for activities that encourage people to engage with archival collections in creative and meaningful ways.
Meet the Funder – National Lottery Community Fund
Thinking of applying to the National Lottery Community Fund? This free online Meet the Funder session is a great opportunity to hear directly from a Funding Officer before you submit an application. Hosted by SCVO, the session will be led by Donna Adams, Funding Officer at the National Lottery Community Fund, who will explain the funder’s current priorities, recent changes to its programmes, and what they’re looking for in successful applications
Funding for Small Charities and Community Groups – Grants for Good
The Matthew Good Foundation’s Grants for Good programme offers unrestricted funding to help small charities, voluntary groups and social enterprises continue making a difference in their communities. Funding decisions are made by employees of the John Good Group, so applications should clearly demonstrate the positive impact your organisation has on local people.
Funding for International Creative and Cultural Partnerships – British Council Connections Through Culture 2026
Applications are now open for the British Council’s Connections Through Culture 2026 grants programme, supporting international creative and cultural collaborations between the UK and participating countries. The programme aims to foster meaningful partnerships, encourage cross-cultural exchange, and build long-term international relationships across a wide range of creative disciplines.
Funding for community engagement in Low Hill Pride in Place
City of Wolverhampton Council is seeking up to 10 voluntary and community sector organisations to help engage Low Hill residents, businesses and other local stakeholders as part of the Pride in Place programme. Successful organisations will deliver up to seven days of face-to-face outreach between 17 August and 25 September 2026, with a particular focus on reaching people whose voices may otherwise be underrepresented.
Funding for digital inclusion projects
The Access Foundation supports charities helping disadvantaged and vulnerable people access IT equipment, support and digital learning.
Funding for research into racial diversity and justice in the UK
The Nuffield Foundation’s Racial Diversity UK Fund supports research that improves understanding of racial inequality and identifies pathways towards a more racially just and inclusive society.
Funding for nature-based projects across the West Midlands
The new West Midlands Nature Investment Hub connects businesses looking to invest in nature with trusted organisations delivering projects that benefit wildlife, climate resilience and local communities.
Funding for youth-led climate and environmental projects
Organisations can apply for grants of £1,000 to £2,500 to support youth-led climate and environmental projects across the West Midlands. Grants of between £1,000 and £2,500 are available. An organisation can receive up to three grants for separate projects.
Funding for small charities tackling health inequalities
The GSK Community Health Programme supports small charities working to improve health and tackle inequalities within their communities. Up to ten organisations will receive unrestricted funding alongside a leadership development programme.
Funding for specialist physical health services
The James Tudor Foundation offers grants to registered charities providing specialist physical health support, therapeutic interventions, health information or direct healthcare.
Funding for essential household items for children in crisis
The BBC Children in Need Emergency Essentials Programme helps provide vital household items for children and young people whose wellbeing is being seriously affected by poverty, illness, disability, domestic abuse, homelessness, family breakdown or another crisis.
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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