Health and Safety Capital Programme

The Arts Council has designed this programme to enable organisations to purchase equipment and/or carry out minor works to their premises which will address any health and safety issues or has been an outstanding maintenance issue which has rendered the space not fit for purpose. 

We want to support organisations across Northern Ireland to maintain their creative spaces addressing any issues that may hinder the work to take place.  We want to ensure that organisations have proper measures in place to welcome their staff, artists and audiences.  We also want to support organisations in their delivery of the arts in new and creative alternatives.

Particular priority will be given to equipment and minor works which:

• improves the accessibility of the arts;

• continues the safe practice for continued accessibility of the arts;

• improves the environment for the arts sector; and

• enhances or broadens the audience/participants’ experience.

Who can apply?

The Arts Council welcomes applications from the widest possible range of organisations and, in particular, from applicants whose projects benefit individuals categorised under Section 75 of the Northern Ireland Act 1998. In addition, in order to be eligible to apply to this programme, please note the following:

• You do not have to be primarily an arts organisation (for example, community groups may apply to the scheme), however, the purpose of the requested equipment and / or minor works must be clearly focussed on the arts.

• Local authorities are eligible to apply but they are a low priority.

• Registered charities and other fully constituted organisations which cannot distribute a profit are eligible to apply.

• Commercial organisations can only apply for support if the equipment and/or minor works is primarily for the benefit of the public rather than their own commercial interests.

• If your organisation has a limited membership you must show that the equipment and / or minor works will benefit the wider public.

• Groups of organisations (consortia) working together to deliver specific projects may apply.

What Can You Apply For?

You can apply for any equipment and / or minor works to help adapt your venue or working practice. This could be, but not limited to, the following:

• Creation of safe spaces

• New equipment / structures to enable delivery outdoors

• IT equipment to assist with remote working environments

• Software (pre-loaded operating systems and packages only)

• Accessibility equipment and minor works

• Works in relation to upgrading and maintaining existing systems

• Transport

For more information and to apply, please visit Health and Safety Capital Programme | Arts Council NI (artscouncil-ni.org)

Awards Programme for Outstanding NI Rural Community Projects Invites Applications

Applications are being invited by an annual awards programme that celebrates the work of rural community groups across Northern Ireland.

Financial prizes and award recognition are available to community groups who have delivered outstanding projects to improve health, wellbeing, and individual and community development for residents of rural Northern Ireland settlements.

The Rural Community Awards programme provided by the Northern Ireland Housing Executive is accepting applications from community groups, residents' groups, voluntary groups or other groups having a constitution and acting in the interest of a rural settlement within Northern Ireland.

For the purpose of this awards programme, 'rural' settlements are defined as those with a population of less than 5,000.

There are three award types:

• The Rural Community Spirit Award is open to all community groups based in rural areas who work together to make their village or small settlement a better place to live.

• The Cleaner & Greener Rural Community Award seeks to reward and encourage those rural communities who have come together to protect and enhance their built and natural environment and to promote sustainability with their residents.

• The Community Champion Award is open to extraordinary individuals nominated by the rural community group they represent.

In 2023, the following awards will be made:

• A £1,000 prize will be awarded to each of the winners of the northern and southern Rural Community Spirit and Cleaner & Greener Rural Community awards.

• Each winning individual of the northern and southern Rural Community Champion Awards receives a plaque, together with a £500 donation to the community group associated with their work.

The prize money awarded to winning groups is to be used to support and extend activities or projects which benefit their local rural community.

The deadline for applications is 29 September 2023 (4pm).

For more information and to apply, please visit The Housing Executive - Rural Community Awards (nihe.gov.uk)

September Deadline for NI Arts and Leisure Venue Access and Inclusion Programme

A capital grant funding programme aimed at promoting a more inclusive society in Northern Ireland by enabling disabled people to participate more fully in arts, cultural and active recreation activities is inviting applications.

Funding is available to arts, culture and active recreation venues in Northern Ireland to enable both physical improvements at facilities and works that will enhance the experience on offer to people with disabilities.

The Access and Inclusion Grants programme provided by the Northern Ireland Executive's Department for Communities is accepting applications from local arts, culture and active recreation venues in Northern Ireland which are either:

• A museum accredited by Northern Ireland Museums Council.

• A local authority-owned venue where the council is providing Access and Inclusion programme support directly. Interested parties should contact their local council to confirm their eligibility and the support available.

The following criteria apply:

• There must be a demonstrable need for the project supported by evidence of consultation with and/or input from individuals with disabilities or the disability sector.

• An accessibility audit must be completed and attached to each application for a council-owned venue.

• Whilst an accessibility audit is not essential for an application from an accredited museum, the project must have the endorsement of Northern Ireland Museums Council.

• If the applicant is a community or voluntary organisation, it must have an agreed constitution which includes arts, culture (including leisure) or heritage as a primary objective of the body.

The programme is particularly keen to welcome applications for Changing Places facilities, accessible equipment for play parks and projects that will impact positively on sustainability and climate change.

Grants of up to £30,000 are available, to fund up to 90% of total project costs.

The deadline for applications is 14 September 2023 (5pm).

For more information and to apply, please visit Funding opportunities for Accredited Museums | NIMC

The Primary Club - James Fund

The Primary Club (the Club), now in its 68th year, provides financial support for a wide range of recreational and sporting facilities for the blind and visually impaired (VI). It is the major supporter of the thriving network of VI cricket clubs in the UK. But, while its origins and heart are in cricket, the Club also supports VI futsal, goalball, golf, skiing, swimming, tandem cycling and Braille chess.  

The Club is both a registered charity and a membership organisation – open to anyone who has ever been out first ball, in any form of cricket (from a game in the back garden to an Ashes Test Match). It is run entirely by volunteers and its income is derived from donations, legacies and occasional events.  

In 2022/23, the Club made grants to 43 clubs and organisations. The average grant was just under £4,000. However, following a significant legacy in 2023 from the late Kenneth G James, the Trustees are keen to encourage applications for more substantial funding for relevant new projects. 

How much funding is available?

The Trustees have earmarked a total of £75,000 for this initiative. The maximum amount  available for any individual applicant or project is £25,000. There is no lower limit,  although applicants for less than £10,000 may be better advised to apply under the normal  process.  

Which projects are eligible?

The following criteria apply to all funding provided by the Club 

• All projects must relate clearly to the sporting and/or recreational needs of the blind  and partially sighted.  

• The Trustees generally prefer to support ‘grass roots’ and ‘start up’ activities rather than, for example, international teams of visually impaired sportsmen and women. 

• The Trustees generally prefer to fund the whole of the cost of a project, even where this is spread across two or more years, rather than to be one of a number of  contributors.  

• The Trustees generally prefer to support running costs or the purchase of equipment, as distinct from items which will significantly increase the recipient’s long-term asset  base.  

For more information and to apply, please visit Trustees launch James Fund – The Primary Club

Crowdfunder Cost of Living Crisis Emergency Fund

Crowdfunder are supporting projects who are tackling food poverty caused or accelerated by the cost of living crisis.

Projects can get up to £5,000 for their community food project.

This fund has been donated by members of the public who want to support community projects through the cost of living crisis. You can still donate to the fund to support good causes.

To be eligible to apply for match funding your organisation must:

• Be based in England, Wales, Scotland or Northern Ireland and is for the benefit of communities within the UK.

• Have a UK mainland bank account in the name of the organisation.

• The outcome of this crowdfunding campaign will need be delivered by 31st December 2023.

• Be raising funds for running costs only (capital costs such as building refurbishment are not eligible).

• Have been operating for at least 12 months.

Be one of the following:

• Registered UK Charities

• Registered community benefit organisations

• Registered social enterprises and charity companies

The funding would be applicable for projects that are focused on helping to resolve cost of living issues around food poverty and food education.

Typical projects may include (but are not limited to):

• Supporting the creation or continuation of foodbanks

• Providing support to those helping to provide free meals for children during the summer holidays

• Providing food budgeting or food education support to those in financial difficulties

• Reducing food waste and therefore food costs through community fridge creation/continuation

Selection process:

All projects that meet the criteria set out above will be assessed to determine which will receive match funding. Project owners will be informed whether their application has been successful or not. We will focus on prioritising organisations which are new to crowdfunding as well as seeking to ensure funding is distributed equitably, particularly in terms of geographic location and types of beneficiaries. A range of projects will be selected to achieve this.

Match Funding criteria:

To receive match funding (once approved), the following conditions must all be met:

• For every donation made towards your project we'll match it up to £250, so if your project receives a donation of £20 we'll add another £20. If your project receives a donation of £600 then you'll receive an additional £250.

• Only one donation per supporter will be matched (we will not provide match funding where a supporter is deemed to have made multiple donations).

• You can receive a maximum of £5,000 of match funding per organisation.

Timeline:

The Crowdfunder Cost of Living Crisis Emergency Fund will close when the funds are fully allocated.

Only one application per group or organisation will be accepted.

Please read the full Eligibility Criteria before applying.

Projects will be required to agree to the Terms and Conditions.

For more information and to apply, please visit Crowdfunder Cost of Living Crisis Emergency Fund | Crowdfunder UK

Empowering Local Communities Grant

Applications open: 28th August to 3rd November 2023

Funding for activities & events: Before 1st March 2024

This grant is one of three grants underneath our ‘Grassroots Grants’ programme and is designed to support a broad range of activities helping to transform communities and improve lives. We know every community need is different and therefore we will support and fund what is needed and important to your community. What do local groups in your area need support for? What would make the biggest difference for the people in your community?

Your group must meet the eligibility criteria below. Please check carefully before applying.

Group Criteria

1. The group is not for profit

2. The end beneficiaries are community groups of people

3. The group has a presence locally and its work benefits the local community

4. The group has a bank account in its group name and can provide proof

5. The group has suitable governance to be able to manage funds from Asda Foundation. E.g., Financial reporting, committee meetings

6. The applying organisation must have a live safeguarding plan in place. The applicant needs to provide contact details of their Safeguarding Lead. Documentation may be requested.

7. There is no minimum timescale for how long the group has been in existence

8. Groups can apply for a maximum of one Grassroots Grant per year (in round 1, 2 or 3).

Grassroots Grants are: Empowering Local Communities, Under 18s Better Starts and Cost of Living. This year's Grassroots Grants started at the end of Feb. If groups received a grant in Round 1 or Round 2 2023, they cannot apply again this year. Groups must not apply to multiple stores; they should work with one store only.

For more information please visit PowerPoint Presentation (asdafoundation.org)

Grand Choice 2023

Grand Choice is a Participatory Budgeting initiative which means that local people get to decide how public funds are used to address needs in their area. Community Planning Partners have pooled their resources to fund community projects.

Local people with a valid email address and Castlereagh South postcode can apply for up to £1,000 for a project they think will benefit their area of Castlereagh South - and best of all, it is the local residents who decide which projects should go ahead!

Your project should take place between  and must be within Castlereagh South District Electoral Area. This includes Beechill, Cairnshill, Carryduff East, Carryduff West, Galwally, Knockbracken, Newtownbreda

Stage 1.  Application Form 

Generating Ideas and Apply Stage – where groups complete a short application form outlining their project idea.

If you decide to apply for funding and use your personal contact details in the Stage 1 application form. This information will be stored in a safe place and used to contact you about the application. Your full name will not be used in publicity material and contact details will not be shared.

If you are under 18 and you decide to add your personal contact details to the form you must ask a parent/ guardian/ carer to complete the online consent.  It must be submitted by 17th September 2023.

When you submit your entry, we will check if it meets with our themes – we might give you a call for some further information.

We aim to let groups know if they’ve been shortlisted by 21st September or as soon as possible thereafter.

The shortlisted projects will be required to exhibit their proposal at a Community Decision Event on Saturday 21st October 2023. 

Stage 2. Community Decision Event

At the Community Decision Event in October you will tell the voters what you plan to do and what you hope to achieve as they visit your stand. All you need to do is tell them some information about what you do, what the project is about and how this will be good for the Lisburn North area. You can do this by using pictures, posters and/or display boards etc.

Your views, ideas and proposal may appear in reports and press releases once that information is made public.

Voting Process

The people attending the Community Decision Event will vote on which projects should be funded. They will be required to vote for 10 projects.

You can apply for up to £1,000 for a local project.

Key themes

Your project must demonstrate how it relates to one or more of the Take 5 Ways To Wellbeing themes:

• Connect – with the people around you and keep in touch with each other

• Be Active – to help us feel good both physically and mentally

• Take Notice – to ensure the community is safe 

• Keep Learning – new things that give us a sense of achievement, enjoyment and increased confidence

• Give – doing something that gives back to our community and help each other

For more information and to apply, please visit Grand Choice in Castlereagh South (lisburncastlereagh.gov.uk)

Christmas Festive Fund

Council’s Christmas Festive Fund is now open for applications, closing date 12 noon on Friday 22nd September 2023:

The Christmas Fund will support community associations from Towns, Villages and hamlets to help celebrate Christmas.  Please note that only one community group per settlement will be successful and projects/events must take place between 25th Nov and 16th Dec 2023.  Please note that if your community organisation is situated within Ballycastle, Ballymoney, Coleraine & Limavady and receive a Council Christmas event, then your group is unable to apply.

Fund A – Applications for settlements with a population of 1000 can apply for a range of costs relating to festive entertainment, priority will be given to projects that promote wide community involvement for outdoor events – up to £2500.

Fund B – Applications for settlements with a population between 100-1000 can apply for a range of costs relating to festive entertainment, priority will be given to projects that promote wide community involvement for outdoor events celebrating the festive period - up to £750

For more information and to apply please click on our council website – www.causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk  or to discuss your application, you can directly contact the Events team – Tracey Freeman – tracey.freeman@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk

Pudsey Next Steps

This funding is for groups new to Children in Need i.e. those who have not had a grant with us before, and who have a turnover of less than 100k per annum. 

You can apply for project costs or core costs up to 15k per year for 3 years through our normal grant process on our website.

First step is to submit an expression of interest through link below  - you can choose project or a core grant but for core there needs to be a clear connection between the core funding requested and direct outcomes/benefit for children and young people .  Once you submit your Expression of Interest we will assign those eligible to Pudsey Next Steps, and then invite those who are successful to submit an application.

https://www.bbcchildreninneed.co.uk/grants/apply/

The EOI is short but you will need to have your project idea and costs thought out before you submit this.  Our Pudsey Next Steps  funding is time sensitive and we would need any Expression of Interest eligible through before the end of August. 

For more information please contact Barbara Wallace on 0303 080 0940

Community Mentoring & Grants Programme

Elevate provides a unique opportunity for community organisations to put their collective learning on health inequalities into practice in a supportive and encouraging environment. One of the elements of Elevate is the Community Mentoring & Grants programme.

Groups who are successful in the Elevate Mentoring and Grants Programme receive:

• Direct support for your group from a mentor organisation

• Networking sessions, coming together with other Elevate mentee Groups

• A grant of up to £5,000 to implement a community-based project following identification of local needs and solutions.

We have partnered with six organisations that demonstrate excellent community development practice and a solid commitment to tackling health inequalities, to deliver the mentoring on behalf of Elevate. These are Mid & East Antrim Agewell Partnership, County Down Rural Community Network, ARC Healthy Living Centre, and Supporting Communities. These mentors will each support groups by providing them with direct mentoring sessions supporting them to build their community development practice as a group, and networking sessions where groups have the chance to come together with other Elevate mentee groups. The networking sessions allow local organisations to make connections, build networks, share information and ideas and support each other in their work. Successful groups also receive a grant of up to £5000 to enable them to use a community development approach to deliver a project aimed at reducing health inequalities in their locality or for the target group they support.

The Public Health Agency (PHA) – funded Elevate Community Mentoring and Grants programme 2023-24 is NOW OPEN.  The programme supports groups who could benefit from mentoring and funding (up to £5,000) to deliver a project which uses community development to tackle health inequalities.

The closing date for applications is  4:00pm on Monday 28th  August 2023. 

This year, we will consider all applications, and particularly welcome applications from groups who are in local areas with previously low uptake (Lisburn and Castlereagh, Antrim and Newtownabbey, Lisanelly Omagh and Crossmaglen areas) and groups who support people from LGBTQIA+, BAME, and other under-represented groups. 

For more information and to apply, please visit Community Mentoring & Grants Programme - Elevate NI

Food Hardship Grant for Community Organisations

The Department for Communities has made available hardship funding to local authorities to support the most vulnerable affected by the cost of living crisis. Council is working with partners in the Anti-Poverty Stakeholder Steering Group to support borough wide services to deal with the increased demand for support through a range of measures.

The purpose of this Grant Programme is to support small localised constituted community and voluntary organisations that are currently supporting residents experiencing food insecurity, and that need additional resources to cope with the increased demand for their services. 

The Programme will assist organisations to support residents through the direct provision of food, hygiene and household essentials through established community food projects such as community food pantries and cupboards.

Applications are invited from constituted community and voluntary organisations that have a track record of working directly with people experiencing disadvantage. These include:

• Food pantries/ cupboards;

• Projects that redistribute food, such as community fridges, to those that need it most in local communities;

• Holiday hunger schemes.

Only those applications which provide a targeted response in relation to food poverty interventions will be considered.

This scheme is for localised food insecurity projects; a separate scheme will operate for larger registered foodbanks that provide regional coverage and so they should not apply through this programme. Due to the one off nature of this funding the grant cannot be used to support the set up of new food projects. That grant is opened on a rolling basis and the fund will close as soon as the available funds are allocated. 

Eligible organisations can apply for grants of up to £3,000 towards 100% of eligible costs. Funded activities can take place up to 31st March 2024. Funding should be used for food items and other household and hygiene essentials. A maximum of 10% of the grant awarded can be used for administration costs.

Projects must demonstrate how they will address all of the following 3 objectives:

• Support residents who are experiencing financial difficulty through the provision of food. This may also include hygiene or household essentials;

• Ensure that the support is targeted at those most vulnerable and in need of support;

• Ensure that any food intervention is linked with other support services by signposting or referral (such as benefits and money advice; energy efficiency advice etc)

You are strongly advised to speak to a member of the Community Development team before applying to ensure that your project is eligible.

The team can be contacted as follows:

Limavady, Benbradagh & Ballymoney -                                                                                                                                        

Catherine Farrimond

07846 099916    

catherine.farrimond@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk

Coleraine, Bann, Causeway & The Glens -                                                                                                                                    

Lisa Harris

lisa.harris@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk

Neighbourhood Renewal areas in Coleraine & Limavady -  

 Jenni Archer

07892 764937

jenni.archer@causewaycoastandglens.gov.uk

For detailed guidance notes and application form please apply here:-  https://grants.ccgbcapps.com/

Closing date is 31st August 2023

Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) Small Grants Programme

Local community and voluntary groups are invited to apply for funding from the Ards and North Down PCSP’s small grants programme for 2023-2024

 Applications will be considered from constituted groups wishing to deliver projects that will address levels of Anti-Social Behaviour within the Borough and improve community safety.

 Funding is available for projects to local groups, organisations and partnerships wishing to undertake interventions to address;

• anti-social behaviour

• substance abuse in public spaces

• criminal damage

• disruption

• nuisance

• street drinking

Projects should encourage positive action to enhance a positive lifestyle and priority will be given to projects targeting ASB hotspots in the Borough.

Closing date for applications is 4.00pm Friday 18 August 2023

Please see below word and PDF versions of the Grant Application Form 2023-24

• PCSP ASB Small Grant Application Pack 2023-24 [Word] (DOC 760 KB)

• PCSP ASB Small Grant Application Pack 2023-24 [PDF] (PDF 391 KB)

For more information and to apply, please visit PCSP grants | Ards and North Down Borough Council

Funding Opportunity for Healthy Eating Projects

The Community Food Initiatives (CFI) is a healthy eating programme funded by safefood.  The programme runs over a three year cycle (2022-24) and its purpose is to provide people with the knowledge and skills to provide healthy food options for themselves and their families.  safefood, as a North / South body established under the Good Friday Agreement, provides CFI funding to organisations in Northern Ireland and in the Republic of Ireland.  The programme is managed by SECAD Partnership on behalf of safefood.

CFI at Home

safefood is inviting organisations who are not currently involved in the CFI to apply for funding to deliver an online project, in their own local area, that meets the criteria of the CFI at Home Programme.  The purpose of the CFI at Home Programme is to support families in their own homes to develop their cooking skills and healthy eating habits.  Projects could include all or some of the following elements:

·     Learning how to prepare & cook a recipe

·     Attending an online cookery session

·     Online support groups for sharing ideas and tips

·     Online interactive talks delivered by a dietitian or registered nutritionist

Examples of online projects that were delivered during 2020 and 2021 can be found at this link: CFI Booklet 2019-21

safefood Resources

The resources needed to plan and deliver a CFI at Home project can be found on the safefood website at www.safefood.net/cfi-hub and include:

•    101 Square Meals Recipe Book

•    Food Pyramid and The Eatwell Guide

•    safefood START campaign

•    Handwashing

•    Family Meal Planning

•    Food Safety

•    Healthy Lunchboxes

•    Kitchen Skills

Funding

Interested organisations can apply for funding up to a maximum of €2,000 or £1,720 to deliver a project in their local area.

Applicant Organisation Criteria

Organisations must:

•    Be community-led organisations with a legal status and appropriate governance structure

•    Be experienced in the management of public funds which support social inclusion initiatives

•    Currently employ and manage full time professionals with community development experience

•    Have experience of working with the target group identified

•    Be supporting other broader community initiatives through their work

•    Provide supports across communities irrespective of age, race or creed

Preparing an Application

Please contact SECAD Partnership for details on how to apply for the funding at:

Sinéad Conroy

SECAD Partnership CLG

T: 00 353 (0)87 354 3606

E: sconroy@secad.ie

Closing date for application

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis up to and including Friday, 16th September 2023.  As funding is limited, interested organisations are advised to apply as soon as possible.  All activities must be completed by Sunday, 5th November 2023.

Power NI's Brighter Communities

Our Brighter Communities programme energises innovative and emerging community groups, teams and projects with £1000 of funding awarded each month. Since 2018 we have contributing over £40,000 to our communities and we are still going!

Applications for the month are now open, and we welcome all communities to apply using the form below. Successful applicants will be contacted using the details provided and will have 72 hours to respond and accept the £1,000 funding. All applications must comply with the Brighter Communities terms & conditions.

Brighter Communities | Community Funding | Power NI

Small Woodland Grant Scheme

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs's Small Woodland Grant Scheme is now open and will remain open until 10pm on 31 August 2023. 

Almost all woodlands in Northern Ireland are planted with some form of grant assistance. The Forest Service encourages the creation of new woodlands and the management of existing woodlands by providing grant aid towards the cost of the work.

Forests for Our Future programme aims to plant 18 million trees or 9,000 hectares of new woodland over the next 10 years to help our environment and economy. Grant funding for creating new woodlands will be via the Small Woodland Grant Scheme or the Forest Expansion Scheme.

The Small Woodland Grant Scheme is specifically for new native woodland planting of 0.20 hectares and larger. It provides a fixed area based payment for woodland establishment, a fencing grant and where eligible annual premia for a 10-year period.

Closing date: 31 August 2023 at 10pm

For more information and to apply bit.ly/3SJR418

Small Grants Programme 2023-2024

The Small Grants Programme has been set up to allow young people from Education Authority Youth Service (EAYS) registered and verified groups to apply for grants for projects to Support the Growth and Participation of young people.

The Small Grants Programme for 2023-2024 is to enable young people to apply for funding to support other young people in their communities to:

• Promote youth participation, leadership and volunteering

• Build and develop life skills

This year, there are two options. Groups can apply for a maximum of £500 for a one-off event or a maximum of £1500 for a group work programme with multiple sessions. All projects must demonstrate young people’s involvement in planning and delivery.

The closing date for applications is 20th October 2023.

Any applications received on or before 4th August will be assessed and notified by the end of August 2023. Any applications received after 4th August will be assessed and notified by the end of November 2023. All projects must be completed by 31st March 2024.

If you would like to make an application in the 2023-2024 programme, please ensure your organisation is registered with the EA Youth Service and have received a verification visit. Registration is open all year round and details on how to register can be found here.

Youth Service: Small Grants Programme
Education Authority
Grahamsbridge Road
Dundonald
BT16 2HS

Email: sgp@eani.org.uk
Phone: 02890566429

Tesco Stronger Starts

Giving thousands of children a healthier, active start in life

Tesco Stronger Starts supports schools to apply for extra financial help they might need to provide healthy food and activities that boost young people’s mental and physical wellbeing.

Tesco Stronger Starts supports thousands of local community projects and good causes across the UK.

The scheme is open to all schools, registered charities and not-for-profit organisations, with priority given to projects that provide food and support to young people.

Examples of eligible applications with a focus on food security, children and young people could be:

• A school providing pupils with food for breakfast clubs or snacks throughout the day.

• A school wanting to buy equipment for outdoor or indoor activities.

• A school wanting to develop a food growing area.

• A school supporting an after school club.

• A voluntary organisation working with families to run a food bank.

• An organisation addressing holiday hunger.

• A healthy eating project that supports families to cook healthy meals on a budget.

• A Brownie or Scout group needing funding for new play equipment or activities.

For more information and to apply, please visit Apply for a grant – Tesco Stronger Starts (tescocommunitygrants.org.uk)

The UK Fund to launch in August

The UK Fund is one of our first significant commitments as part of our new strategy, ‘It starts with community.'

We’re looking to fund organisations that want to do more to help communities come together and help make us a better-connected society.

Your project must either work across the UK, or be able to inform, influence or scale across the UK.

We want to fund projects that:

• strengthen relationships between people whose experiences of life have not been the same. For example, relationships between people of different ethnic backgrounds, generations, occupations or geographies

• create connections between online and offline worlds

• help make sure people from all backgrounds can shape the future of their communities.

We’ll fund ambitious projects that aim to create longer-term, transformational change. We’ll take an equity-based approach to tackle inequality. This means we’ll fund where there’s greatest need.

You can read our blog for examples of projects we’re likely to fund.

Area: You must either work across the UK, or be able to inform, influence or scale across the UK.

Funding size: £500,000 to £5m

Length of grants: We expect most projects to run from 2 to 5 years. We may consider funding for up to 10 years.

Area - UK-wide

Funding size - £500,000 to £5 million

Application deadline - Ongoing

For more information, please visit The UK Fund | The National Lottery Community Fund (tnlcommunityfund.org.uk)

Elevate Community Mentoring & Grants Programme is returning

CDHN's Public Health Agency funded Elevate Community Mentoring and Grants Programme 2023-24 is coming back. If you are interested in being part of this year's Programme and want to find out more, sign up for an information session where the Elevate Team will provide an overview of the programme and answer any questions you have.

Monday 24 July 7pm to 8pm

Tuesday 1 August 11am to 12pm

For more information please contact The Elevate Programme – developing skills in your community | Community Development and Health Network (cdhn.org)

Policing & Community Safety Partnership Call for Applications

The funding call opens on Thursday 6 July 2023 and will close at 5pm on Thursday 27 July 2023. Funding covers the financial year 2023 / 2024, 1 August 2023 to 29 February 2024.

Fermanagh and Omagh Policing and Community Safety Partnership aims to create safer, shared communities. To help achieve this the Fermanagh and Omagh Policing and Community Safety Partnership (PCSP) has funding available to assist with the delivery of projects that respond to community needs and emerging trends. The funding will focus on projects which address an identified community safety need AND/OR build community confidence in policing. The PCSP invites organisations to submit a proposal for funding to deliver activity in the 2023-2024 financial year. By inviting the proposal, the PCSP is not making any commitment to funding the proposal wholly or in part. All project activity must take place in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area. Prior permission must be granted from the PCSP for project activity to take place outside of the Council area. Applications will only be accepted from groups/organisations based in the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area.

The PCSP small grants programme supports organisations to address community safety issues e.g., anti-social behaviour, fear of crime, internet safety AND/OR build confidence in policing. Project activities will result in positive and measurable change in terms of community safety and levels of engagement with and community confidence in policing. Applications that are solely activity based e.g., trip to outdoor centre will not be considered. Where feasible project activity should take place within the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council area.

Applicant groups must be a not for profit constituted community or voluntary group with an annual AGM. The following are eligible for funding:

• Workshop facilitator

• Venue hire

• Refreshments capped at 20% of the funding award

• Project materials

• Transport costs

• Diversionary activities

• Equipment where it can be demonstrated it is integral to the project activity

Grants available in the range of £750 - £5,000.

Applications can be discussed with officers in the PCSP Team:

Carol Follis carol.follis@fermanaghomagh.com / 07712540263

Greg McMullan greg.mcmullan@fermanaghomagh.com / 07834333513

Sandra Armstrong Sandra.armstrong@fermanaghomagh.com / 07880130437

For more information, please visit Grant Manager (eformz.info)