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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.

Funding opportunities

Here are the funding opportunities we have shared recently…

Funding for Youth Mental Wellbeing Projects – up to £1,000

Funding for Youth Mental Wellbeing Projects – up to £1,000

The fund is open to grassroots charities and community groups working with disadvantaged teenagers. Grants of £500 to £1,000 can be used to support a wide range of activities, including emotional and mental health support, essential items, awareness-raising, and projects that build peer connections or promote physical health and wellbeing.

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Funding to Support People with Severe Learning Disabilities – Baily Thomas  Baily Thomas Charitable Fund

Funding to Support People with Severe Learning Disabilities – Baily Thomas Baily Thomas Charitable Fund

Funding is open to UK charities, voluntary organisations and schools and can be used for a wide range of purposes, including equipment, capital works, and project or core costs. Previous grants have supported things like residential and respite care, play and therapy schemes, employment and skills projects, family support, independent living initiatives, and community-based activities.

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Funding for Projects Supporting Women and Girls – up to £5,000

Funding for Projects Supporting Women and Girls – up to £5,000

Another Way Women’s Foundation is offering grants of up to £5,000 for projects that support women in business and girls in science education. The funding is open to UK-based individuals and not-for-profit organisations and can be used to support pilot projects or service delivery. There’s also a smaller grant option of £1,000, aimed at more concise project ideas.

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Clive Richards Foundation

Clive Richards Foundation

Supports UK projects in education, healthcare, heritage and arts, with a focus on initiatives where significant, one-off funding creates long-term impact. Suitable for capital improvements, refurbishment, equipment or expanding community access to heritage and cultural assets.

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Hospital Discharge: Social Prescriptions Grant Programme

Hospital Discharge: Social Prescriptions Grant Programme

WVCA is pleased to announce the extension of our funding programme designed to support voluntary and community organisations in helping patients transition back to life at home after an extended hospital stay. Grants of up to £5,000 are available for projects that embed Social Prescribing and community support into the hospital discharge process.

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Screwfix Foundation Grants

Screwfix Foundation Grants

The Screwfix Foundation offers grants of around £5,000 to charities and not-for-profit organisations across the UK to repair, improve or adapt buildings and community facilities for people facing hardship.

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Amazon Literary Partnership Grant

Amazon Literary Partnership Grant

Amazon’s Literary Partnership Grant supports not-for-profit organisations that help writers develop their skills, build careers and improve diversity within the literary sector.

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Philip Bates Trust – Grants for Young People in the Arts

Philip Bates Trust – Grants for Young People in the Arts

The Philip Bates Trust offers grants of £100–£250 for individuals and up to £500 for organisations supporting young people (under 25) in the arts. Priority is given to charities, not-for-profits and projects based in the West Midlands. The Trust funds arts education, performance, exhibitions and opportunities that build confidence and celebrate achievement. Deadlines fall in January, May and September ahead of trustee meetings.

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Alpkit Foundation – Grants up to £500 for Outdoor Participation Projects

Alpkit Foundation – Grants up to £500 for Outdoor Participation Projects

The Alpkit Foundation offers grants up to £500 for individuals, schools, community groups and not-for-profits to help people access outdoor activities. Funding supports projects focused on inclusion, environmental improvement, wellbeing, education and getting more people into nature. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed every two months. Apply at least three months before your project starts.

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7stars Foundation – Grants Supporting Vulnerable Children and Young People

7stars Foundation – Grants Supporting Vulnerable Children and Young People

The 7stars Foundation offers up to £2,500 for projects supporting vulnerable children and young people (18 and under) affected by addiction, abuse, homelessness or caring responsibilities. They also provide Direct Grants up to £500 for individuals, applied for by a professional. Open to charities, schools and council-run children’s homes with turnover under £1.5m. Funding rounds run 1 Jul–31 Aug, 1 Dec–1 Feb, and 1 Mar–30 Apr.

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Hinrichsen Foundation – Grants for Contemporary Music Projects

Hinrichsen Foundation – Grants for Contemporary Music Projects

The Hinrichsen Foundation offers grants to support contemporary music projects, including commissions, recordings and performances. UK-based individuals, groups and charities can apply, with typical awards of £500–£3,000 and a dedicated multi-year partnership strand available in the May round. Applicants must show additional income sources, as the Foundation rarely funds projects in full. Deadlines run across four rounds each year.

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Petplan Charitable Trust – Welfare Grants (up to £20,000)

Petplan Charitable Trust – Welfare Grants (up to £20,000)

Petplan Charitable Trust is offering grants of up to £20,000 for projects that improve the welfare of dogs, cats, horses and rabbits, including education and animal-assisted therapy. UK-registered charities that can show good rehoming practices are eligible to apply, and applications must include photos, accounts extracts and a vet reference. Deadline dates vary.

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Geoff Hill Charitable Trust

Geoff Hill Charitable Trust

Small grants up to £200 available from the Geoff Hill Charitable Trust for charities and community groups in Wolverhampton and surrounding areas — apply any time.

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