The programme, funded by the Office of The Third Sector and administered by the Community Development Foundation, offers grants of between £250 and £5,000 to support activities that lie at the heart of local communities.
Within the programme, the Government has set aside a £50 million pot from which it will match endowment investments from businesses. This offers businesses the chance to contribute directly to supporting and sustaining the communities in which they operate.
To keep the process as simple and easy as possible for applicants, the money is being distributed directly through local funders – organisations already based in the community and selected because they are familiar with the needs and causes in each area.
Details of the local funders can be found by clicking on the following link:
Grassroots Grants Scheme
Or by calling the Grassroots Grants helpline on 01223 400 331.