Herefordshire Funding

Opportunities Update

February 2016

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Contents

Contacts Page 1

Community Projects Page 2

Armed Forces Page 17

Health Page 18

Religious Projects Page 20

Disability Page 22

Community Buildings / Assets Page 26

Environmental Projects Page 28

Energy Projects Page 33

Heritage Page 35

Education / Schools Page 40

Arts Page 53

Children and Young People Page 61

Business / Community / Social Enterprise Page 70

Sport Page 76

Useful Contacts

The funding update provides information on key funding opportunities available in Herefordshire. This list is not exhaustive and will be updated regularly. Amendments to the previous bulletin will be highlighted. For further information about funding opportunities and project development enquiries, please contact Hannah McSherry or Dave Tristram: Dave Tristram, Project Development Officer, deals with enquiries from community and voluntary

organisations.

Call 01432 260636

Email dtristram@herefordshire.gov.uk

Hannah McSherry, Project Development Officer deals with enquiries from statutory services and schools.

Hannah is available from Tuesdays to Fridays and can be contacted on:

Call 01432 383061

Email hmcsherry@herefordshire.gov.uk For information and advice about social enterprise, business planning and organisational development / structures please speak to Elaine Edwards, Community Finance and Enterprise Officer:

Call 01432 383030

Email elaine.edwards@herefordshire.gov.uk

If you have any feedback on the bulletin and / or if you are successful in obtaining funds as a result

of content in the bulletin, please let us know as this will help us to improve and monitor our service.

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Community Projects

Go-online@Fastershire Grant

Purpose: This grant can help fund internet support, training sessions and other events or projects so that more local people can make the most of the benefits of going online. You could set-up a local computer club, arrange a one-off training session or demonstration for one of your group's regular meetings, or hold a series of training events on specific subjects such as emailing or paying bills online.

Who can apply: This fund can support local community groups, parish and town councils, clubs and other not-for-profit organisations in Herefordshire to prepare for faster broadband. The fund will help the community learn more about the benefits of going online and develop the skills to use the internet safely and effectively.

Amount available: There are limited funds but we can offer up to 80 per cent of the total eligible project costs, up to a maximum of £2,500. The minimum that can be applied for is £250. You will need to find at least 20 per cent of the costs yourself, although this can be 'in-kind' funding rather than actual money. 'In-kind' refers to volunteer time or goods and services donated to the project.

Deadline: This is a rolling scheme and applications will be considered within 6 weeks of receipt.

Further information: https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/business-and-employment/business-grants/fastershire-go-online

Herefordshire Community Foundation Purpose: Herefordshire Community Foundation encourages and supports charitable giving, matching people, ideas, resources and aspirations. They award grants to local voluntary and community groups, charitable causes, and sometimes individuals and families. Their support helps many projects that improve the lives of the people of Herefordshire. Who can apply: Not for profit organisations (and occasionally individuals and families) across Herefordshire. Amount available: Amounts vary, but the average grant is approx. £1800. Deadline: Contact Dave Barclay for details of deadlines. Further information: Dave Barclay on 01432 272550 or see website: http://www.herefordshirefoundation.org/communitygrants.html Hereford City Council Purpose: Hereford City Council gives grants under the following categories:

Improving the look and feel of the City – investing in local neighbourhoods as well as the City Centre

Improving the Cultural life of the city and the connection that people have with their Heritage

Improving the capacity of local communities to do things for themselves – supporting local groups and investing in community facilities

Improving the sustainability of the City – including encouraging activities that will reduce the carbon footprint of the City

Who can apply: Small grants are offered to Charity’s, Organisations, Community Groups and Associations for projects within the City parish boundaries however they are not available to individuals.

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Amount available: From £50 up to a maximum of £3,000. Deadline: Applications will be considered three times a year by the Community Development Committee at one of its meetings considering Community Grant Funding. These meetings normally fall on the first Monday in March, June and November. Further information: Tracy Morriss, Civic and Community Development Officer, on 01432 260454 or by email tracy@herefordcitycouncil.gov.uk or see the website: http://www.herefordcitycouncil.gov.uk/functions/grant-scheme/ Cargill Meats Europe Purpose: Projects should focus on one of the following four areas:

Health and Nutrition

Education

Environmental Stewardship

Cancer research, treatment and support Projects should address the root-cause of the problem (rather than treating symptoms) where the funding will facilitate a complete solution to the problem. Who can apply: All charitable or not for profit organisations based in Herefordshire can apply. Amount available: Cargill like to fully fund projects if possible. Deadline: Contact directly for details of deadlines. Further information: Contact Jane Melton at Cargill Meats Europe: Telephone 01432 362116 or email: Jane_Melton@cargill.com Eveson Charitable Trust Purpose: The Eveson Charitable Trust will consider applications for financial support from charitable organisations helping disabled people, people with mental ill health, children in need, older people, homeless people, hospitals, hospices and towards medical research. Grants are restricted to the UK. Initially, grants are only being paid for the benefit of residents of Herefordshire, Worcestershire and West Midlands. Grants are given for revenue, capital or research purposes. Who can apply: The majority of the Trust's grants are given to registered charities. However, the Trust also provides some support to statutory bodies directly or indirectly for projects for which the statutory body has no available statutory funding. The Trustees' preference is for enhancement of services rather than for provision of what they consider to be basic needs. Before making grants to statutory bodies, the Trust obtains written confirmation from the statutory body that no public funding is available towards the need for which application has been made. Amount available: Grants awarded by the Trust vary in amount but the average size of grants is usually around £5,500 Deadline: Applications can be made anytime Further information: http://www.eveson.org.uk/EvesonFiles/Objects.htm

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New Grove Trust

Purpose: The New Grove Trust want to help organisations deliver small scale projects that will help stimulate community activity e.g. a local music festival, staging a drama production, buying a piece of equipment, trips and activities in SOUTH Herefordshire (South of the River Wye). They will also consider a grant to provide match funding on a larger project. Who can apply: Not for profit organisations Amount available: Up to £2000 Deadline: The Trust has four trustees and we meet to discuss grant applications quarterly; End of January, End of April, End of July and End of October Further information: http://www.newgrovefarm.co.uk/ E.F. Bulmer Benevolent Fund Purpose: From its inception, the E F Bulmer Benevolent Fund assisted former Bulmer employees in a variety of ways, and also made grants to local charities. The Fund is for the benefit of persons who have been employees of H P Bulmer Holdings plc or its subsidiary companies for a period of not less than one year, or their dependents, suffering from poverty whether through sickness, misfortune, the large number of their dependents or otherwise. The Trustees also make grants to Herefordshire-based charitable organisations or groups existing for the relief of poverty or sickness of persons in Herefordshire, as well as to individuals who are in need, hardship or distress (via agency referral). The Trustees try to ensure that any grant awarded will make a genuine and significant improvement to the work of the group supported. Who can apply: Former Bulmer employees, not for profit organisations across Herefordshire and agencies working with individuals in need. Amount available: The Fund will support revenue funding (but only for one year at a time) and capital funding. There is no maximum amount awarded, but a typical grant might be around £3000. The Trustees do however sometimes award more than this. Deadline: The Trustees meet four times a year to discuss grants to pensioners and former employees of H P Bulmer Holdings plc and grants to Herefordshire charities and other organisations whose beneficiaries are in Herefordshire. Further information: http://www.efbulmer.co.uk/pages/grants.php or contact James Greenfield via email: efbulmer@gmail.com The Kingspan Insulation Community Trust Purpose: The Kingspan Insulation Community Trust is able to fund projects that benefit the residents within the official catchment areas of:

Lady Hawkins' School, Kington, Herefordshire;

Wigmore High School, Herefordshire;

Earl Mortimer College, Leominster, Herefordshire; and

Tenbury High School, Worcestershire.

Funding can be given for projects that meet one or more of the following four objectives:

To support the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment;

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To encourage biodiversity (the variety and number of plants and animals);

To improve the health and fitness of young people through recreation; and

To promote road safety. The Trustees of the Trust decide at their absolute discretion which applications receive grants. Who can apply: Not for profit organisations within the area of benefit outlined above. Amount available: Grants do not usually exceed £5000. Deadline: The deadline for this fund is the 31st March each year, so the next deadline is the 31st March 2016. Further information: http://www.kingspaninsulationcommunitytrust.org/applying/

Herefordshire Housing Community Grants

Purpose: Herefordshire Housing has a small pot of money that resident and community groups can apply for in order to help them carry out projects that will directly benefit Herefordshire Housing residents, as well as benefiting their community in some way. All successful applicants must have spent their grant funding by the end of March 2016.

Who can apply: Herefordshire Housing invite applications from community groups and organisations who want to deliver projects, events or activities that would benefit Herefordshire Housing residents.

Amount available: The Community Grant Fund Assessment Panel will favour grant applications between £250 and £2,000. Grant requests for higher amounts to a maximum of £5,000 will be considered in exceptional circumstances.

Deadline: No deadline specified, grants are awarded on an ad hoc basis until funds are exhausted.

Further information: http://www.hhl.org.uk/blog/community-grant-fund-2014-15/

Sanctuary Housing Grand Ideas Fund

Purpose: Sanctuary Housing Grand Ideas Fund for projects that make a difference to the lives of Sanctuary residents and communities. Projects must have a community focus and fit with one of Sanctuary's five priority themes outlined below:

Employment, Education, Skills and Training - Projects which support residents in developing skills and accessing training opportunities in order to enter into, and sustain, employment. For example, offering work related training.

Health and Wellbeing - Projects which support residents to live happy, healthy and fulfilled lives, with access to the care and support services they need. For example, running healthy activities.

Community safety and infrastructure - Projects which ensure that our communities are safe places to live and are equipped with the infrastructure they need to shape their aims and aspirations. For example, bringing the community together to increase their sense of safety.

Environment - Projects which make our neighbourhoods greener and cleaner places to live and to assist our residents to live more sustainable lifestyles. For example, supporting people to get involved in improving green spaces.

Financial inclusion - Projects which ensure that everyone is able to access the basic financial services products that are needed to participate in a modern society. For example, accessing appropriate and impartial advice on managing a budget.

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Who can apply: Charities, community groups, residents' associations and voluntary organisations can apply. Amount available: Grants of up to £1,000. Projects must have additional funding in place, or the ability to secure additional funding equivalent to the amount of funding being requested from Sanctuary. Additional funding can be in the form of cash or in the value of resources, e.g. donated materials or volunteer time. Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis up until 31st March 2016. Further information: https://www.sanctuary-housing.co.uk/community-investment/about-the-grand-ideas-fund

The Rowlands Trust

Purpose: The Rowlands Trust award grants for projects under a range of headings including:

Education and Training

The advancement of health

Arts, culture and heritage

People with disabilities

The prevention of poverty

Older people

Environment, Conservation and Heritage

Who can apply: Charitable organisations in the following areas:

Birmingham City

Gloucestershire

Herefordshire

Shropshire

Warwickshire

Worcestershire

Amount available: Few grants exceed £5000.

Deadline: Not specified.

Further information: Please contact the Rowlands Trust directly via email: amandip.dhillon@mills-

reeve.com or call: 0121 456 8308.

The Jordan Charitable Foundation Purpose: Since inception, the trustees have made substantial grants to charities that are local to the county of Herefordshire and in particular, charities operating within the city of Hereford. The trustees will continue to adopt this policy going forward. Grants have also been made to assist the people of Sutherland, Scotland, given the founders' connection with that area. The trustees have made significant grants in the following areas: Medical equipment; Medical research; Grants to elderly people; Grants to help disabled people, including disabled children; Grants for animal welfare; Grants to assist in the maintenance of Hereford Cathedral; The trustees assist towards funding of a capital nature and towards defraying revenue costs. This policy will continue going forward. Who can apply: Registered Charities. Amount available: Grant levels vary from £1000 to £50,000, but many awards are in the region of £5000.

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Deadline: Not specified. Further information: The registered and principal address is Eighth Floor, 6 New Street Square, New Fetter Lane, London, EC4A 3AQ. Tel: 020 7842 2000 Email: Jordan@Rawlinson-hunter.com Charity Commission website: http://apps.charitycommission.gov.uk/Showcharity/RegisterOfCharities/ContactAndTrustees.aspx?RegisteredCharityNumber=1051507&SubsidiaryNumber=0

Foundation of Social Improvement - Small Charities Fundraising Training Programme

Purpose: The programme, worth over £100,000, will provide expert training to small charities from February to June 2016. It will help charities with an annual income of up to £1 million to generate more income to support their vital work.

Following a competitive tender process, we have selected the Foundation for Social Improvement (FSI), in partnership with the Small Charities Coalition, and GlobalGiving UK to run the programme.

They will provide training opportunities for small charities, from face-to-face training, to intensive one-to-one advice sessions, skilled volunteering matches and webinars. These will cover topics including:

developing a fundraising strategy fundraising from trusts and foundations developing corporate relationships crowdfunding

You can sign up for the various opportunities through the different provider websites.

Further information: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/small-charities-fundraising-training-

programme-now-open

Friends Provident Foundation: Funding to Build Resilient Economies - Added February 2016

Purpose: The Friends Provident Foundation provides financial support to projects that promote a more resilient, sustainable and fairer economic system. There are two outcomes that flow from the overall aim: ‘systems change’ and ‘local economic resilience’. We ask applicants to decide which one they wish to contribute to. Systems change: This part of the programme involves a radical assessment of how ‘disruptive innovation’ might change the financial system – exploring and informing changes to the regulatory, policy or other systemic level that would develop financial system innovations with the potential to deliver our aim. Projects in this category will require strong analysis of the issues and possible solutions. They will also need to develop and demonstrate methods that will effectively change policy and corporate behaviors’ in pursuit of wider social objectives. Our aim would be to stimulate feasible new ideas and scalable, practical examples. Click here for an example of a project that we are already funding under the Systems Change outcome. Examples of other projects we might fund under this outcome would include:

An exploration of how far the regulatory system considers ‘fairness’ and ‘sustainability’ to be measurable market outcomes.

A comparison of methodologies for changing corporate behaviors’. Peer-to-peer lending: risks, rewards, regulation. Pensions: the potential and limitations of long-term capital.

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Local economic resilience: The aim of this part of the programme will be to support the development of local economic resilience. Projects should build on the technologies and approaches that currently assist localities to create economic growth and retain its value. This could be work relating to community assets, sweat equity schemes and other local resources. We expect projects in this category to build partnerships with other funders doing similar work at the local level, to learn from and share learning between local initiatives.. Examples of projects we might fund under this outcome:

Local economics in global economies – critical analysis of the evidence on resilient economies. The feasibility of collective procurement models for low income communities.

We wish to know how projects will go about addressing their chosen outcome. To this end, we would ask all applicants to indicate which one of the following approaches they intend to take: • Innovation: Development work to propose new solutions. • Intelligence: Research that will gather evidence to support and inform practice. • Institutions: The creation or maintenance of key organisations/functions that are important for building economic resilience. • Influencing: Exploring or piloting ways of influencing corporate, regulatory or policy players, economic resilience through diversity, flexibility and building capabilities. Amount available: Trustees will consider applications for grants, loans, underwriting or other forms of

financial support. The closing dates for 2016 as are follows:

Monday, 1st February Tuesday, 3rd May Friday, 1st July Monday, 7th November

Further information: http://www.friendsprovidentfoundation.org/programme-overview/ Sainsbury’s Local Food Partner Programme – Added February 2016 Purpose: Sainsbury's is expanding its Local Food Partner Programme and is accepting applications from local charities to join the network. Local food partner charities can collect dry and tinned food donated by customers and/or fresh food donated by Sainsbury's to distribute in the community. Who can apply: Applicants must be a registered charity, have appropriate Food Hygiene certification and be able to collect donated food regularly from you partner store. A Food Partner must:

Be able to collect food from their local store regularly

Put in place effective procedures for the receipt, storage and security of food provided by Sainsbury's

Ensure all staff involved in handling food are knowledgeable of food hygiene requirements

Comply with legally acceptable standards of hygiene in handling, storage, preparation and serving of meals and in accordance with manufacturers' instructions where available.

Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Further information: http://www.ccworks.co.uk/sainsburys.html

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Greggs Local Community Projects Fund – Added February 2016 Purpose: The Local Community Projects Fund helps organisations based in local communities to deliver projects or provide equipment to people in need at the heart of our local communities. We are interested in projects that improve resilience within your community of interest. This can include sessional activities/respite support, equipment for sessional activities, trips and residential breaks. We are also interested in new approaches and innovative ideas as well as sustainable approaches to supporting your community of interest. We do not fund running costs or continuation of existing and ongoing work. All projects must support a community of interest, e.g. people who are:

Disabled or suffering chronic illness

Living in poverty

Voluntary carers

Homeless

Isolated older people

Other demonstrable significant need We are more likely to make grants to local organisations based near Greggs shops. Please use the shop locator on the Greggs website to find your nearest shop. Who can apply: Local Community Projects Funding is offered to organisations supporting people in need. Any not for profit organisation can apply, however, larger organisations with a turnover in excess of £300,000 are unlikely to be successful. Amount available: The maximum grant that we can give is £2,000. Deadline: The next closing date is: 4th March 2016. Further information: http://www.greggsfoundation.org.uk/grants/local-community-projects-fund Big Lottery - Awards for All Purpose: Awards for All gives groups a quick and easy way to get small Lottery grants of between £300 and £10,000. Through this fund the BIG Lottery want to fund projects which address the issues, needs and aspirations of local communities and people.

They fund projects that meet one or more of the following outcomes:

People have better chances in life – with better access to training and development to improve their life skills.

Stronger communities – with more active citizens working together to tackle their problems.

Improved rural and urban environments – which communities are better able to access and enjoy.

Healthier and more active people and communities. You can apply for Awards for All funding for activities that will benefit the community, including:

Putting on an event, activity or performance

Buying new equipment or materials

Running training courses

Setting up a pilot project or starting up a new group

Carrying out special repairs or conservation work

Paying expenses for volunteers, costs for sessional workers or professional fees

Transport costs.

Who can apply: Not for profit groups including social enterprises, parish and town councils, schools or health bodies. NB: Applications from schools are welcome, but Awards for All will not pay for activities or services that schools have a statutory responsibility to provide.

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Amount available: Up to £10,000 Deadline: Applications can be made at any time, please allow up to12 weeks for a decision to be made, current turnaround times are around 14 weeks. Further information: http://www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/global content/programmes/england/awards-for-all-england The Hilden Charitable Fund Purpose: The Hilden Charitable Fund awards grants to projects both in the UK and in developing countries. The aim of the fund is to address disadvantages, notably by supporting causes which are less likely to raise funds from public subscriptions. Both the UK and overseas fund policy is directed largely at supporting work at community level. Hilden’s grant making priorities are: Homelessness, Penal Affairs, Asylum Seekers and Refugees, and Community Based initiatives for Disadvantaged Young People Aged 16 to 25. While Trustees' policy is to address needs by considering and funding specific projects' costs, Trustees are most sympathetic to funding general running, or core costs. In awarding these types of 'unrestricted' grants, Trustees believe that great value can be added, as most charities find fund raising for core costs most difficult. Who can apply: Not for profit organisations with a charitable purpose. The Hilden Charitable Fund does not give grants to individuals. Amount available: Average grants are £5,000. Hilden will consider funding for more than one year. Deadline: Applications are accepted at any time, panel meetings are held quarterly (next one 16th December) Further information: http://www.hildencharitablefund.org.uk/

Persimmon Community Champions

Purpose: Persimmon Community Champions is here to fund good causes across the UK. In the next 12 months we plan to give away up to £750,000 to fund your local community initiatives. It’s really simple to apply for a donation. All you need to do is complete the online form, telling us why your group or charity deserves our donation. Included in your application we need to know how much you’ve already raised and how much you want us to donate.

Who can apply: Not for profit community groups and charities.

Amount available: Our charity match programme gives donations of up to £1000 to local UK groups and charities, which have already raised vital funds themselves.

Deadline: Not specified.

Further information: http://www.persimmonhomes.com/charity/

Lloyds Bank Foundation Purpose: The Foundation has two funding programmes:

Invest”– A flexible, long term core funding programme for organisations delivering clear, targeted outcomes for disadvantaged people;

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“Enable” – a smaller and shorter grants programme for organisations to strengthen the effectiveness of the charity. This should aim to improve one of: activities/services; leadership/governance; strategic planning/policy; structure/systems and communications.

Who can apply: Charities or charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs) registered with the Charity Commission with at least one year of published accounts covering a twelve month operating period Amount available: Invest: up to £25,000 per year for up to 6 years. Enable: up to £15,000 over 2 years. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.lloydsbankfoundation.org.uk/our-programmes/ Santander Foundation Community Plus Purpose: This programme aims to support registered charities to deliver local projects that help disadvantaged people. Who can apply: Registered charities. Amount available: Up to £5,000 for Community Plus strand and up to £10,000 for Learn and Grow and Money Skills funds. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. More information: http://www.santanderfoundation.org Thomas Wall Trust Purpose: Thomas Wall II created his Trust in 1920 for the “encouragement and assistance of educational work and social service”. Today, the Trust continues to assist in these areas by providing grants to individuals and organisations. Trustees will consider grants of for smaller charities active in serving the social and/or educational needs of their communities, especially where a grant can make a real impact in improving the lives of local people. Who can apply: Registered charities with an annual income of less than £200,000. Amount available: Up to £1,000. Deadline: Trustees meet twice a year, in July and November. Applications for the July meeting must be received by the end of May and, for the November meeting, by the end of September. Further Information: http://www.thomaswalltrust.org.uk/ Alec Dickson Trust Purpose: The Alec Dickson Trust supports young people who are able to demonstrate that through volunteering or community service they can enhance the lives of others, particularly those most marginalised by society. Who can apply: Individuals aged 30 and under or from small groups of young people who believe their actions to be in pursuit of the aims of the Trust. Amount available: Up to £500.

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Deadline: Applications can be made at any time for consideration at quarterly trustee meetings in Jan/Feb, April, July and October. Further Information: http://www.alecdicksontrust.org.uk Wakeham Trust Purpose: The objective of the Trust is to provide grants to help people rebuild their communities. The Trust is particularly interested in neighbourhood projects, community arts projects, projects involving community service by young people, or projects set up by those who are socially excluded. The Trust wishes to support projects that are in the early stages of development, and new for the area. Who can apply: Grants are available to small registered charities, voluntary and community groups within the UK. Amount available: Grants range between £75 and £750. Deadline: Not specified. Further information: http://www.wakehamtrust.org/index.php Big Lottery - Reaching Communities Purpose: The scheme will finance projects that respond to needs identified by communities, and actively involve them. Projects need to help those most in need including those people or groups who are hard to reach. Support will be given to projects that best meet their communities’ needs. Who can apply: Registered charity, voluntary or community group, statutory body (including schools), charitable or not-for-profit company, town or parish council. Amount available: Between £10,000 and £500,000 (including a maximum of £100,000 for capital grants). Key criteria: Projects should lead to:

people having better chances in life, with better access to training and development to improve their life skills

strong communities, with more active citizens, working together to tackle their problems

improved rural and urban environments, which communities are better able to access and enjoy

healthier and more active people and communities Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Further information: http://www2.biglotteryfund.org.uk/prog_reaching_communities Trusthouse Charitable Foundation Purpose: Trusthouse has two overarching themes:

Rural Issues: rural in this context means cities, towns, villages and areas with 10,000 or less inhabitants. The foundation is interested in projects providing transport to the elderly, contact networks for young disabled people, projects that encourage a sense of community such as community centres and village halls.

Urban Deprivation: in this context, only urban areas classified in the latest government Indices of Multiple Deprivation as being in the lowest 20% are eligible.

Who can apply: Local and national charities or not-for-profit organisations.

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Amount available: The average grant is £6,000 although grants range from £1,000 to £30,000. Key criteria: Within the overarching themes mentioned above, Trusthouse funds projects in three broad areas: Community Support; Disability and Healthcare; Arts, Education and Heritage. Deadline: The Grants Committee meets in January, April, July and November. Applications must be received at least 8 weeks prior to a meeting. Further information: http://www.trusthousecharitablefoundation.org.uk/

Arthur Rank - Computers for Rural People Scheme

Purpose: Through this scheme Individuals and organisations in rural areas that need access to information and services, are able to purchase fully functioning ex-government computers for as little as £130. The computers are being made available through the Arthur Rank Centre. This is a collaborative unit supported by the National Churches, the Royal Agricultural Society of England and the Rank Foundation. For organisations that need more than one computer; e.g. for a Drop-in centre, School etc. the prices are even lower.

Who can apply: Individuals, schools, clubs and community organisations.

Amount available: N/A

Deadline: No deadline specified.

Further information: http://www.arthurrankcentre.org.uk/communities-and-farming/computers-for-rural-people Morrison’s Foundation Purpose: If your charity is looking for funding on a particular project that can demonstrate clear public benefits and bring about positive change in your community you can apply for a grant from the new Morrison’s Foundation. The Foundation is looking to award approximately £2 million a year for community projects that improve people's lives. There are examples of funded projects on the website.

Who can apply: Applicants must be from a registered charity whose project will improve people's lives. Applicants must also have financial information dating back to 2012 and have raised some of the funding elsewhere. Please download and complete the form from the website.

Amount available: Grants awarded to date range from £500 to £20,000.

Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Decisions take approx. 3 months.

Further information: http://www.morrisonsfoundation.com/

Garfield Weston Foundation

Purpose: The Garfield Weston Foundation supports a broad range of organisations and activities that share a commitment to making a positive impact to the lives of the communities in which they work, and that are driven by a desire to achieve excellence. They make grants across the UK to organisations in the following categories: Arts, Education, Youth, Health, Community, Environment, Religion and Welfare.

Mindful of the challenging economic climate, the Foundation has continued to grow its donations (giving almost £55 million in the last year) and the Trustees are especially keen to see applications for core and

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project costs for charities delivering services directly to beneficiaries, especially in the welfare, youth and community fields, and also in regions of economic disadvantage. Who can apply: Applications are accepted from the following organisations: UK registered charities that operate within the UK – we will require your registration number Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs) – as above your registration number is required Educational establishments Hospitals Housing associations and corporations Churches and cathedrals Amount available: Capital and Revenue grants are available under the following schemes:

Main Grants - Under £100,000

For regular grants - under £100,000 - we have a one stage application process and applicants will know the outcome of their request within four months of applying.

Major Grants - £100,000 Plus

We have a slightly different approach for organisations wishing to apply for a major grant as these are considered by the Trustees at one of eight meetings per year. We therefore ask you to begin by sending us an initial letter in the post to outline your project, with information on the objectives, overall cost, current shortfall and timeframes.

Deadline: Applications can be made at any time so there are no formal deadlines for submitting applications that you need to worry about. Further information: http://www.garfieldweston.org/how-to-apply/application-process/

Sainsbury Family of Charitable Trusts Purpose: The Sainsbury Family Charitable Trusts is the operating office of 18 grant-making trusts established by three generations of the Sainsbury family. Each trust works autonomously as an independent legal entity with a separate board of trustees, actively led by an individual member of the family with keenly-followed interests. The Trusts vary in their interests and cover areas from heritage and the arts, through to social policy and leukemia care. Who can apply: The trusts only fund registered charities or activities with clearly defined charitable purposes. Amount available: Grant amounts vary from Trust to Trust. Deadline: Applications area accepted on a rolling basis. Further information: http://www.sfct.org.uk/ Edgar E Lawley Foundation Purpose: The objectives of The Edgar E Lawley Foundation are for general charitable purposes with particular reference to medicine, to necessitous elderly persons, and to educational purposes with reference to the arts, commerce and industry. Its area of benefit is undefined within the United Kingdom but traditionally the Foundation has given particular assistance to smaller charities in the West Midlands area. The Foundation will not consider applications for grants from and on behalf of private individuals.

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Who can apply: Charities across the UK but the focus of the Foundation tends to be on supporting those in the West Midlands area. Amount available: Grants in the region of £1,500. Deadline: Next round opens early 2016 Further information: http://www.edgarelawleyfoundation.org.uk/about-us/

Help the Homeless

Purpose: Help the Homeless, a national Charity which aims to help homeless people throughout the United Kingdom to resume a normal life. Who can apply: They accept applications from small and medium sized charities and voluntary organisations (those with a turnover of under £1m per annum). Grants to larger charities may be considered if the project is suitably innovative and only possible for a larger organisation to develop it. Amount available: Grants of up to £5,000 are available towards capital costs to support projects that assist disadvantaged individuals in their return to mainstream society, through residential or training facilities. Deadline: The next application deadline is the 15th March 2016. Further information: http://www.help-the-homeless.org.uk/applying-for-funding/ The Bodfach Trust Purpose: For charities in Mid Wales and on the Welsh Borders, grants are given in 5 areas.

Affordable housing

Care for the elderly

Helping young people

Preservation of old buildings

Supporting green spaces and public parks

Who can apply: The trust is particularly keen to support smaller organisations. Amount available: Usually up to £500, but the trust may give more in exceptional circumstances. Deadline: Next round open at beginning of 2016. Further information: http://www.bodfachtrust.org.uk/grants.php Community Radio Fund Purpose: Funding will be available to Community Radio Stations towards their core running costs. These can include:

Management costs

Administration, financial management & reporting costs

Fundraising to support the station

Community outreach work

The costs involved in using volunteers; etc.

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Who can apply: Community radio licensees broadcasting under a community radio license. Amount available: The average grant awarded is in the region of £15,000. Deadline: Next round opens Feb. 2016 Further information: http://stakeholders.ofcom.org.uk/broadcasting/radio/community-radio-fund/ LandAid Empty Properties Fund Purpose: Property Charity LandAid has launched a new empty properties Fund. A total of £1 million is available to fund work across the UK which turns empty properties into supported accommodation for young people who are at severe risk of becoming homeless. LandAid welcomes applications from organisations with experience in renovating empty properties. LandAid will consider funding towards:

Capital costs of the building work for the refurbishment and conversion of empty properties

Salary costs related to the building work e.g. to organise on-site construction training opportunities. Who can apply: To be eligible applicants need to be either UK registered charities or UK registered societies, community benefit societies, ‘pre-commencement societies', industrial and provident societies. LandAid will not fund statutory organisations, churches or individuals. Amount available: Applicants can apply for grants between £50,000 and £150,000. The main focus of this grant round is to provide capital funding to part fund or fully fund building work. Up to 25% of the total grant applied for can be for a contribution towards a related salary. Deadline: This scheme is currently closed Further information: http://www.landaid.org/our-cause-impact/applying-funding-support Tesco Local Community Scheme Purpose: The scheme which is being funded through the 5p carrier bag charge and Administered by the environmental charity "Groundwork" will provide grants to improve green spaces in communities such as:

Creating pocket parks

Sports facilities

Woodland walks

Community gardens Who can apply: Organisations eligible to apply include not-for profit organisations such as voluntary and community organisations, registered charities, health bodies, community councils, development trusts, local authorities and housing organisations. The scheme will award six grants per year in each of the 428 Tesco regions. Tesco customers will vote over two weekends in their store for their favourite shortlisted local project. Amount available: Grants will then be awarded as follows:

1st place in Tesco customer vote: £12,000 grant

2nd place in Tesco customer vote: £10,000 grant

3rd place in Tesco customer vote: £8,000 grant Deadline: This scheme is currently closed, but will reopen in 2016. Further information: http://www.groundwork.org.uk/Sites/tescocommunityscheme

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Porticus UK

Purpose: Porticus UK is one of eleven Porticus offices around the world. They support charitable projects that promote human dignity and social justice through a grant giving programme in England, Wales and Scotland. Porticus UK chooses to focus support on the efforts of organisations contributing to the common good and social change in the programme areas outlined below:

Education Society Faith Care

They accept applications for funds to help develop policy, advocacy and research and are particularly interested in organisations with a proven model that they wish to roll-out or expand. Who can apply: We will accept applications from charitable, not-for-profit organisations operating in England, Wales or Scotland. Our values are based on the Catholic faith, but we welcome applications from religious and secular organisations Amount available: There are no funding limits. The organisations we advise prefer to tailor their support based on the merits of an application and a variety of other factors. Grants tend to exceed £10,000. Deadlines: There are no deadlines as applications are considered regularly throughout the year.

Further information: https://uk.porticus.com/en/home

Armed Forces

The Royal British Legion External Grants Programme Purpose: The Royal British Legion External Grants Programme is open to applications from organisations running, or planning, charitable activities in support of the Armed Forces community. Grants are available and priority will be given to projects that support:

Employment and training

Family support; homelessness and outreach

Supporting the elderly. Who can apply: Charitable organsiations that have been operating for at least 2 years. Amount available: Up to £50,000, but smaller requests are encouraged. Deadlines: The first stage in the application process is to submit and Expression of Interest (EOI) and if successful at this stage applicants will be invited to submit a full application. The next stage one deadline for submitting an Expression of Interest is 26th February 2016. Further information: http://www.britishlegion.org.uk/get-support/external-grants/ Enquiries should be directed to externalgrants@britishlegion.org.uk Armed Forces Covenant Fund Purpose: The funders primarily want to fund coordinated, end-to-end approaches towards advice and support, which means we want to see organisations connecting to create joined up services and person-centred pathways through those services. However, they are also willing to fund new and imaginative

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approaches on a smaller scale. This includes replications, where projects take something that has worked in a different location or sector and try it in a new place. There is a budget of £10million every year, and this year, there is funding available for:

Community integration projects The coordination and delivery of support to the armed forces community Projects which address issues facing veterans in the criminal justice system

Who can apply: The lead organisation can be either a registered charity or a statutory body, such as a local authority. If the application is not lead by an Armed Forces charity, it must have an Armed Forces charity as a key partner. Other types of organisation can be partners in applications. All project work must be done on a not for profit basis. Amount available:

Small grants for funding applications up to £20,000; and Large grants for applications between £20,001 and £500,000

Further information: https://www.gov.uk/government/collections/covenant-fund

Health

Pink Ribbon Foundation Grants 2016

Purpose: The Foundation is a grant making trust that provides financial support to UK charities which relieve the needs of people who are suffering from, or who have been affected by breast cancer or who work to advance the understanding of breast cancer, its early detection and treatment. For the 2016 grant period and with finances getting tighter and requests for assistance growing we will be focusing on organisations with limited financial resources to deliver their services. Who can apply: Any charity working in the field of breast cancer can apply for a grant. Applications from general cancer charities must demonstrate that the grants requested will be applied to benefit those affected by breast cancer. Where applications relate to general services, details must be given of how many (and what proportion) of the total number benefiting from the charity's work are affected by breast cancer. Amount available: Not specified. Deadline: Applications are currently being welcomed: the closing date is the 27th May 2016. The Foundation hope to announce grant awards by Friday 29th July 2016. Further information: http://www.pinkribbonfoundation.org.uk/grants/ Healthy Hearts Grants Purpose: Heart Research UK Healthy Heart Grants are available across the UK for new, original and innovative projects that actively promote Heart Health and help to prevent, or reduce, the risk of heart disease in specific groups or communities. Who can apply: Only community or voluntary organisations, registered charities or other not for profit organisations may apply. In exceptional circumstances, where a project has a very strong heart element applications may be considered from researchers. Please note that private enterprise and government, local authority, public sector or organisations funded with public money cannot apply. Amount available: of up to £5,000 and up to £10,000

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Deadline: There are two rounds each year. Applications for the spring round can be submitted during January and February with a closing date of 28 February. Applications for the autumn round can be submitted during July and August with a closing date of 31 August. Further information: To apply, please download the Guidelines, Terms and Conditions and relevant Application Form from the website. If you have any further questions about the HHG, please refer to the Frequently Asked Questions. http://heartresearch.org.uk/grants/apply-hruk-healthy-heart-grants McMillan Cancer Support Grants Purpose: Our Supporting You to Help Others Grant Programme helps give people affected by cancer the opportunity to use their experiences to support others, while also receiving support themselves. The grants we offer:

Start-up funds - to support the start-up of a new self-help and support project for people affected by cancer.

Development funds - to support the ongoing activities and development of self-help and support projects for people affected by cancer.

User Involvement Grants - to encourage the involvement of people affected by cancer in the design and improvement of cancer services.

Individual Development Grants - to enable people affected by cancer to develop their skills and use their cancer experience to help support others.

Who can apply: Applications will be accepted from individuals or groups of people affected by cancer and organisations and professionals working in partnership with people affected by cancer. Amount available:

A maximum of £500 for projects that have been running for less than 12 months

A maximum of £3000 for projects that have been in existence for more than 12 months.

Individual development - The actual cost of the activity (or the requested level of contribution to it), plus associated costs such as travel, accommodation, for a maximum of two people per group (if applicable).

Deadline: This fund is currently closed. Further information: http://www.macmillan.org.uk/information-and-support/coping/talking-about-cancer/find-groups-and-talks-near-you/how-we-support-your-group.html#tcm:9-106648 City Health Care Partnership Foundation Small Grants Purpose: The programme provides grants to local voluntary and community organisations, schools and/or other not-for-profit organisations to carry out activities, projects or one-off events that contribute towards the health and wellbeing of people throughout the UK. Who can apply: To be eligible, groups and organisations needs to have been in existence for at least one year, have an annual income of less than £30,000 and work for the benefit of the local community in which CHCP CIC operates. Amount Available: Grants or donations of up to £1,000 Deadlines: The next deadline for its small grant programme is the 1st March 2016.

Further information: http://chcpfoundation.chcpcic.org.uk/pages/small-grants

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The Care & Wellbeing Fund

Purpose: Cancer Charity Macmillan and social investor Big Society Capital have come together to launch a new £12m Care and Wellbeing Fund. The Fund which will run for the next 10 years will provide loans and other investment for charities looking to develop or scale up means of solving community problems for people with long term illness. The 10-year fund, to which Macmillan and BSC have both contributed £6m, is said to be used to "develop and scale new and existing community care services for people affected by cancer and other long term conditions. Who can apply: The fund, which is available to charities and asset-locked social enterprises, will be administered by Social Finance, with support from the Health Foundation, a charity which supports the development of better healthcare. The fund's first investment is of £350,000 into a new programme tackling loneliness in Worcestershire. The intervention will be offered to 3,000 people and will be delivered by Age UK Herefordshire and Worcestershire, together with local voluntary and community organisations. Further information: The Care and Wellbeing Fund website is currently under construction and should go live shortly. http://www.bigsocietycapital.com/blog/care-wellbeing-fund-launches

Religious Projects

Hereford Diocesan Partnership Fund Purpose: This money has been allocated by the Church of England for use by Dioceses to fund “parish mission initiatives”. Hereford Diocese would like to encourage parishes to develop creative and innovative ways of forging closer links with other parish groups and organisations. The funding is available for: • Projects that demonstrate a partnership approach, especially with the wider community • Projects that cannot be funded easily or totally from other sources. • Projects that demonstrate the church’s commitment to the wider community. Preference will be given to: • Projects that focus on training and development skills • Work with young people • Preparatory work for developing further ideas, such as pilot projects, pump priming, consultations or feasibility studies • Where appropriate, other sources of funds have also been used and the diocesan contribution forms part of the overall package Who can apply: PCC’s. Amount available: The contribution from central funds is limited, so the maximum contribution that can be given to any parish will be £2000. Deadline: A Funds panel sits four times a year to consider applications and you will be given a speedy response to your application. Please contact Joanne Gibbon for details of deadlines. Further information: These are guidelines only, if you have an innovative idea please feel free to discuss it with Joanne Gibbon on 01584 871089 by email: j.gibbon@hereford.anglican.org

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Website:http://www.hereford.anglican.org/churchgoers/community_partnership_and_funding/training_and_resources/diocesan_funding/index.aspx Heritage Lottery – Grants for Places of Worship Purpose: Grants for Places of Worship funds urgent structural repairs to Grade I, II* and II listed places of worship in England. As part of the repair project, we can also fund improvements to facilities and work that helps more people get involved with these wonderful buildings. From providing space for training services to hosting concerts and crèches, places of worship have an increasing role in everyday life. And they are an important part of local and national heritage. That's why we must protect them for the future. Who can apply: Under this programme, the HLF fund applications from all faith groups and denominations which are responsible for maintaining and repairing their place of worship. In order to apply, you must be a formally constituted organisation (governed by a set of rules, known as a constitution). Amount available: Grants from £10,000–£250,000 can fund urgent structural repairs and help to make them better places for everyone to visit. Deadline: This is a two stage application process. Stage 1 applications need to be received for the following dates:

17 November 2015 for a decision in March 2016

23 February 2016 for a decision in June 2016

24 May 2016 for a decision in September 2016 Further information: http://www.hlf.org.uk/looking-funding/our-grant-programmes/grants-places-worship-england The Anchor Foundation Purpose: The Anchor Foundation provides grants to Christian Charities that encourage social inclusion through ministries of healing and the arts. The Foundation will consider applications for either capital or revenue funding. Only in exceptional circumstances will grants be given for building work. Who can apply: Christian Charities. Amount available: Grants of between £500 and £10,000 per year. Funding can be awarded for up to three years. Deadline: Applications are considered at twice yearly trustees meetings in April and November and need to be received by 31st January and 31st July each year. More information: http://www.theanchorfoundation.org.uk/index.html Church Urban Fund – Together Grants

Purpose: This programme provides grants to faith-based organisations to engage in social action by supporting them to initiate or develop community work. Who can apply: Faith-based groups working in the most deprived communities or with marginalised people. Amount available: Up to £5,000. Deadline: Applications can be made at any time.

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Church and Community Fund Purpose: The priorities for the Church and Community Fund (CCF) are:

Significantly expanding the Church’s engagement with neighbourhood renewal.

Seeking innovative ways of developing established community projects so that they either grow existing, or evolve into, new communities of Christian Faith.

Replicating models of successful community engagement across the wider church. Who can apply: Church of England parish church and Charities / Organisations which have close links with the Church of England. Amount available: Between £10,000 and £20,000 for the priorities 1 and 2. Over £20,000 for the priority 3. Deadline: 31st December for consideration in March 2016 Further Information: http://www.ccfund.org.uk/apply/information Archer Trust Purpose: The Archer Trust is a UK Christian charitable grant-making trust that aims to support small UK charities that help people with physical or mental disabilities or people facing disadvantage. Preference will be given to those organisations working in areas of high unemployment and deprivation, and projects that make good use of volunteers The trust will fund projects in the UK and overseas (only via UK charities which can ensure that funds are being well used). Who can apply: Preference is for small UK charities, for whom a grant would ‘make a considerable difference’. Amount available: Grants are between £250 - £3,000. Deadline: There is no deadline, but the trustees meet twice a year – March and September. Further information: http://www.archertrust.org.uk/

Disability Projects

Arts Council Unlimited III – Add February 2016

Purpose: This is a new programme to support the development, commissioning and presentation of a range of new works by Deaf and disabled artists. The intention is for the work of Deaf and disabled artists to be seen as a vital and exciting element of arts and culture in the UK today and, in so doing, to lever new routes to partnership, presentation and participation opportunities for such artists now and in the future. Who can apply: The fund will be open to Arts organisations including National Portfolio Organisations. To be eligible to apply organisations must have an annual turnover of over £800,000 and must evidence a track record in leading and coordinating commissioning and artists' development programmes. Amount available: A total budget of up to £1.8 million is available for the funding period 2016-20. Applicants can apply for flexible amounts across the four years, but please note that we would expect broadly comparable delivery and, therefore, broadly comparable spend across each of the four years. Deadline: All applications must be submitted by 5pm on the 11th February 2016. Activities must start no earlier than the 1st September 2016 and funded activities must end no later than the 1st December 2020.

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Further information: http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/funding/apply-funding/apply-for-funding/unlimited/#sthash.AquvXnj4.dpuf The Baily Thomas Charitable Fund Purpose; The Baily Thomas Charitable Fund is a registered charity which was established to provide both research and project funding in the area of learning disability and to aid the care and relief of those affected by learning disability. The Trust consider under learning disability the conditions generally referred to as severe learning difficulties, together with autism. In this area, they consider projects concerning children or adults and will fund capital and revenue. Who can apply: Applications will only be considered from voluntary organisations which are registered charities or are associated with a registered charity. Schools and Parent Teacher Associations and Industrial & Provident Societies can also apply. Amount available: Small Grants of up to £10,000. Main grants of £10,000 and over. Deadlines: The funds for Research and applications greater than £10,000 are now closed. Application for project funding for £10,000 or less can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.bailythomas.org.uk/

Wolfson Foundation – Disability and Special Needs Grants

Purpose: Through the programme, the Wolfson Foundation, makes grants to organisations working with people with disabilities and/or the elderly which are providing excellent services. Grants are awarded towards:

New buildings, refurbishments and equipment, with the aim of increased access to services for new and existing users

Improved quality and range of services

Improved financial stability of the organisation.

The Foundation are particularly interested in hearing from organisations working with disabilities for which it may be harder to raise funds from the public or those offering employment opportunities. They are also interested in the transition from children's to adults' services, recognising the particular difficulties for this age group. Special schools and special colleges are eligible to apply under this funding programme. Who can apply: Registered Charities Amount Available: The size of these grants varies from around £15,000 to £100,000. Larger grants are given to key, strategic projects deemed ambitious and well thought-out, with a clear long-term focus. Charities are encouraged not to apply more than once every five years. Match funding is required for projects over £50,000. Deadline: Stage 1 applications are accepted throughout the year. If your intention is to apply to the Spring funding round (Stage 2 deadline in March and funding decision in June), you should submit a Stage 1 application no later than 5 January. For the Autumn funding round (Stage 2 deadline in September and funding decision in December), your Stage 1 application should reach us no later than 1 July. - See more at: http://www.wolfson.org.uk/funding/how-to-apply/stage-1-applications/#sthash.w9L12LPs.dpuf Further information: http://www.wolfson.org.uk/funding/health-and-disability/disability-and-special-needs/

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Elizabeth Finn Care (EFC)

Purpose: Elizabeth Finn Care is a national charity fighting to make a difference to those living in poverty in the UK. We do this by providing emotional, practical and financial support to individuals and families, making a real difference to people’s lives. EFC give grants to help people pay for things they vitally need. Things for the home such as disability equipment or the cost of caring for a relative, and things which can improve someone’s future such as training to help people return to work. Who can apply: EFC can only help you if:

You have less than £4,000 in savings (€5,000) You are on a low income or are claiming benefits You have worked in one of our listed professions – see website for full details. Or have a partner or ex-partner who has done so You have either British or Irish Nationality Or you are living in Britain or Ireland for at least half of each year

Amount Available: Not specified. Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Further information: http://www.elizabethfinncare.org.uk/

Gardening for the Disabled Trust

Purpose: Grants are available to individuals via the Gardening for Disabled Trust in order that they may continue to garden, despite advancing illness, age or disability. Money is given to successful grant applicants and often transforms the recipient as well as the garden, replacing a source of frustration by a valuable therapy and sense of satisfaction. Those helped by the Trust include:

A wide range of disabilities including visual, physical and mental

People who need to reorganise gardens because of health issues

Residents in long stay hospitals or nursing homes who share a garden, but do not provide a gardener for general maintenance, pay for clearing or fencing.

Who can apply: In order to apply for a grant, individuals must be a member of the Trust's Garden Club and

have a written note from their GP, social worker or occupational therapist, describing their disability.

Amount available: Not specified

Deadline: This is an open programme, so applications can be made at any time.

Further information: http://gardeningfordisabledtrust.org.uk/the-trust/apply-for-a-grant/

Paul Bush Foundation Trust

Purpose: The Paul Bush Foundation Trust was set up by Bush & Company Rehabilitation in 2012, after

over 25 years experience in the field of severe and catastrophic injury, with the following aims:

To assist those with an acquired physical disability, as a result of an accident or birth injury to improve

their physical, psychological and emotional well-being via the provision of grants to address individual

needs.

To support registered charitable organisations in England whose objectives are solely related to the

provision of services to people with an acquired disability as a result of an accident or birth injury.

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Who can apply: Grants are available to registered charities who are working to support the needs of adults

and children with acquired physical disabilities in England.

Amount available: the maximum grant for an organisation is £10,000. The maximum grant for an

individual is £5000.

Deadline: The Trustees meet twice yearly in April and October with successful applicants being advised by 1st November and 1st May each year. Further information: http://www.bushco.co.uk/the-paul-bush-foundation-trust/

Lord Taverners - Minibuses Grants

Purpose: We provide accessible transport for schools catering for young people with disabilities. These iconic green minibuses enable schools to engage pupils in sporting and recreational activities and help them develop life skills such as visiting shops and interacting with people in the local community. Most importantly, the minibuses provide transport to and from school. These vehicles give young people with disabilities access to new places and experiences. Lord's Taverners minibuses are based on the current Ford Transit model, with a diesel engine. Who can apply: Applications will be accepted from schools/ organisations that cater for young people under the age of 25 who have a physical/ sensory/ learning disability. Please note that the Lords Taverners are unable to support schools that cater for socially disadvantaged children, or mainstream schools for children with behavioural problems. Amount Available: The average cost to the charity of an accessible minibus is £52,500. Deadline: Next deadline, 29th February 2016 Further information: http://www.lordstaverners.org/minibuses Greenhall Community Fund

Purpose: The next round of funding from the Greenhall Community Fund will re-open for applications on 1st November 2015. This round will fund projects benefitting physically and mentally disabled and disadvantaged people over the age of 25. Preference will be given to applications for specific projects rather than to supplement funds used for general purposes. Applications are accepted from all areas of England however some preference will be given to charities operating in Yorkshire. Who can apply: trusts, associations, institutions or organisations registered as charities in England. Amount available: Grants of £1,000 to £10,000. Deadline: Open to applications from the 1st November 2015. The fund will close once 100 applications have been received. These will be forwarded to the trustee board for consideration and they will meet in May 2016 to allocate the funds. Further information: http://greenhallfoundation.org/

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Community Buildings / Capital Assets

Big Lottery: Reaching Communities - Buildings Purpose: Big Lottery Fund has £75 million of funding available to revamp and update community building through its Reaching Communities programme. This funding is available only in certain areas of England. The buildings strand provides funding for land and buildings projects costing more than £100,000. It can also provide revenue funding to help to get the building running and deliver project activities. Who can apply: Parish and town councils and voluntary and community organisations in the most deprived ‘Lower Super Output Areas’ in England. To check eligibility, go to http://services.biglotteryfund.org.uk/PostcodeCheck.aspx?SID=2 Amount available: Between £100,000 and £500,000 (capital). Deadline: Applications can be made at any time (three stages application process). Further Information: http://www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/global-content/programmes/england/reaching-communities-buildings-england Bernard Sunley Charitable Foundation

Purpose: As a general grant making trust, the trustees are interested in and support a diverse range of charities. The trustees support capital projects only, and not running costs. In cases where grants are made, the projects are expected to be self-financing thereafter. Who can apply: Applicants must be charities registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales, or registered Community Amateur Sports Clubs (CASCs), with their beneficiaries based in this country. Applications are considered from all areas of England and Wales, particularly where rural and isolated communities are concerned. On receipt of an application a trustee or staff member may wish to conduct a visit in order to complete their assessment, prior to any decision being made. Amount available: There are three levels of grant:

Small – up to and including £5,000

Medium – £5,001 to £25,000

Large – over £25,000 Applicants may apply for any level of grant but please note that large grants are exceptional. The majority of grants (roughly 80%) are ‘small’. Deadline: This fund is currently being reviewed and will re-open for applications in April 2015. Further information: http://www.bernardsunley.org/funding-policy.html Severn Waste Environmental Fund / Welcome to our Future Purpose: The Severn Environmental Fund administers this landfill communities fund on behalf of Severn Waste Services and gives grants for community and environmental projects across Herefordshire and Worcestershire under the following objects:

Improve community amenities that are open to the public and not operated with a view to profit.

To provide open spaces for recreation and leisure activities.

To conserve the natural environment.

To improve buildings of historical or architectural value for public benefit.

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A lot of the funding is channeled into community buildings and community facilities, but they also fund environmental and heritage projects. Who can apply: Not for profit organisations across Herefordshire and Worcestershire Amount available: Grants of up to £10,000 are available, but the average grant size tends to be around £5,000 very few exceed £10,000. Further information: For more information about how to apply please call Bill Richardson, Fund Manager, 01386 556222 or email: severnwastefund@aol.com Website: http://www.severnwaste.com/community-benefits/ Veolia Environmental Trust Purpose: The Veolia Environmental Trust award grants under the Landfill Communities Fund to community and environmental projects in the UK that are near some of the landfills and facilities operated by Veolia Environmental Services UK plc. The Trust supports community and environmental projects across the UK. These could include projects aiming to install or enhance play areas and skate parks, restore footpaths and green spaces, protect natural habitats, improve community halls and restore churches. Who can apply: Constituted, not-for-profit organisations. Project needs to be within five miles of a site operated by Veolia Environmental Services (UK) plc and eligible to be registered with ENTRUST. Location check: http://www.veoliatrust.org/index.php?fuseaction=Help.location Amount available: The average award is between £20,000 and £40,000.

Deadline: There are four funding rounds each year. The next round closing date is 26th February 2016

Further information: http://www.veoliatrust.org/index.php

Lafarge Tarmac Landfill Communities Fund

Purpose: This fund accepts applications located within a specific geographical area. Projects must be located within 10 miles of a licensed landfill site owned by any operator. Projects must also be located within 7 miles of Lafarge Tarmac waste, recycling, asphalt or aggregates operation. This criterion can be checked by emailing the project site postcode to us or by using the Lafarge Tarmac location finder function on their website: http://www.tarmac.co.uk/about_us/locationfinder.aspx. Please note that when using the location finder ensure that the relevant boxes on the right-hand side of the screen are ticked (aggregates, asphalt, recycling and waste) as not all sites qualify under the scheme. Who can apply: Not for profit organisations. Projects must be within a seven-mile radius of a Lafarge site. The project site must also be within a 10-mile radius of a licensed landfill site. BigThis is not necessary a traditional landfill site, but a licensed waste operation; it might be a quarry, recycling company or waste treatment plant. To locate your nearest licensed waste operator please search the public register on the Environmental Agency website using the link below - select Environmental Permits (Waste Operations) from the dropdown menu: http://epr.environment-agency.gov.uk/ePRInternet/searchregisters.aspx

Amount available: The LCF funds capital projects only. The main types are public amenities (such as

community halls, parks, play areas etc.) or projects for the improvement of biodiversity.

Deadline: Not specified, please contact Derbyshire Environmental Trust.

Further information: The scheme is run by Derbyshire Environmental Trust on behalf of Lafarge. Contact

the trust for full details and an application pack: det@derbyshire.gov.uk or phone 01629 539182/538614

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For more information about applying for Landfill communities funding please see the

guidance on the Herefordshire Council website:

https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/business-and-employment/regeneration/community-

development-funding-advice

Screwfix Foundation Purpose: The Screwfix Foundation aims to support projects that will fix, repair, maintain and improve properties and community facilities specifically for those in need in the UK. The Foundation will help local charities on a case by case basis Who can apply: Organisations with charitable status. Amount available: Up to £5000. Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Further information: http://www.screwfix.com/jsp/landing.jsp?id=ScrewfixFoundation Please also see Awards for All – Grants of up to £10,000 towards capital projects with a total cost of

less than £25,000 p7.

Environmental Projects

Greggs Foundation Environmental Grants Purpose: Projects should aim to make a demonstrable difference to a local area with clear consideration given to the environmental and social impact of the project. The programme aims to deliver demonstrable improvements to the environment. There would also be an educational aspect to the grants to help people learn about their impact on the world around them. All projects must benefit the environment. Preference will be given to projects that support disadvantaged people. Disadvantage could include (but is not limited to): People with disabilities or chronic illness People living in a disadvantaged area People living in an area with poor access to the environment Voluntary carers Homeless people Isolated older people Other identified need Who can apply: Any not for profit organisation can apply. Small, locally based community led organisations with a turnover not in excess of £300,000 are most likely to be successful. Schools are also encouraged to apply and will receive the same level of preference as small organisations. We are more likely to make grants to local organisations based near Greggs shops. Please use the shop locator on the Greggs website to find your nearest shop. Amount available: Grants of up to £2,500 through small grants scheme and grants of up to £10,000 can be awarded through the large grants scheme. Grants can be used as match funding up to a maximum project cost of £30,000. Deadline: Not specified.

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Further information: https://www.greggsfoundation.org.uk/environmental-grants

Grow Wild Spaces Grants Purpose: Grow Wild which aims to transform communal spaces by sowing and growing UK native plants. Grow Wild projects can include an unloved area that organisations want to reclaim for their local community or perhaps somewhere that's a bit neglected or run-down and applicants want to turn it into an inspiring space for everyone. Who can apply: Local voluntary, community, parish and town councils, youth groups, health authorities and secondary schools. Amount available: Organisations can apply for grants of between £1,000 and £4,000 to create a "Grow Wild Community Site. Deadline: This fund is currently closed. Further information: https://www.growwilduk.com/community-project-funding Hereford City Council - Community in Bloom Purpose: To award Hereford City voluntary community groups, schools and day/care/residential homes small grants toward community planting schemes within their area and get our community involved in helping to ‘pretty up’, green and clean up the City. Applicants must meet the following criteria:

You must have registered for one of the ‘IN BLOOM’ schemes. The closing date for Heart of England in Bloom registration is 30 April 2015.

You must identify the area to be planted for floral impact within the City and/or their project idea.

You must identify the cost of the project.

You must provide a copy of your group’s public liability insurance or a quote for the same. RHS insurance can be purchased at a cost of £75 per annum to cover your project.

Groups can apply for up to £200 towards plants and/or planting equipment such as trowels, forks, hoes etc and/or public liability insurance up to £75.

Who can apply: Not for profit organisations and community groups in Hereford City. Amount available: Groups can apply for up to £200 towards plants and/or planting equipment such as trowels, forks, hoes etc and/or RHS public liability insurance. Deadline: Dates are available from Tracy Morriss. Further information: Further information can be found on the Hereford City Council website www.herefordcitycouncil.gov.uk or by contacting Tracy Morriss on 01432 260456. Hereford Tree Fund – Herefordshire Community Foundation

Purpose: Grants can be made for the cost of trees and their planting. Evidence of expenditure must accompany any claim for grant. Grants will not be made for maintenance of trees. Trees can be planted on private and public land, but must be in sites that are visible by the general public but need not be accessible by the public. Sites for Hereford must be within the City of Hereford and its suburbs. There must be an on-going management plan to ensure the survival and long term good health of the tree. Grants must be accompanied by evidence that the planting and planning permissions have been granted where necessary.

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Who can apply: Grant requests can be made by individuals, organisations and public bodies. Amount Available: Except in exceptional circumstances, grants may be up to £1,000 per claim/site. Deadline: Contact Dave Barclay for details. Further information: Dave Barclay on 01432 272550 or see website: http://www.herefordshirefoundation.org/communitygrants.html The Beaumont Trust Purpose: To benefit the people of the city of Hereford in such ways that are exclusively charitable and in particular by preserving, bettering and maintaining public spaces and land for public recreation or of natural beauty within the City of Hereford. Who can apply: Registered Charities. Amount available: Not specified. Deadline: Not specified. Further information: This fund is administered by Gabbs Solicitors, 14 Broad Street, Hereford, HR4 9AP. Please call 01432 353481 to enquire about the fund. Charity Commission website: http://apps.charitycommission.gov.uk/Showcharity/RegisterOfCharities/CharityFramework.aspx?RegisteredCharityNumber=1005471&SubsidiaryNumber=0 Tree Council - Community Trees Fund

Purpose: This grant fund is open to community groups, both formal and ad hoc, within the United Kingdom. Please ensure that children under the age of 16 are included in the planting project. The Tree Council will fund up to 4 fruit trees (but no more than that) on semi-vigorous, vigorous and very vigorous rootstocks. If you wish to plant more than 4 fruit trees, please apply to the Orchard Windfalls Fund. Planting must take place during National Tree week. Who can apply: Applications must be on behalf of a community group which must be a charity / not for profit organisation;

Amount available: The community group must be able to raise 25% of planting costs. Deadline: The deadline for applications is the 31st of March 2016. Further information: For further information you can download the Application Form and accompanying guidelines for the Community Trees Fund 2016 here.

Tree Council – Orchard Windfall Fund

Purpose: This grant fund is open to all schools and community groups within the United Kingdom, with the condition that children under the age of 16 are involved in the planting or, where the trees are too large to be directly handled by them, related educational activities. This educational aspect might be during the design, planning and planting of the orchard or, in schools; it might be part of curriculum related projects that will be enhanced by the preliminary activities or the subsequent availability of fruit trees on or near to the school site. Planting must take place during National Tree week. Who can apply: Applications must be on behalf of a school or community group which is a charity / not for profit organisation;

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Amount available: The school / community group must be able to raise 25% of planting costs.

Deadline: The deadline for applications is the 31st of March 2016.

Further information: For further information you can download the Application Form and accompanying

guidelines for the Orchard Windfalls Fund 2016 here.

The Grimple’s Green Grants Purpose: This funding is intended to help small organisations that want to carry out green, environmentally friendly projects but lack the funds to do so. The scheme aims to encourage people to get involved in their community and surrounding natural environments. Projects should be creative and imaginative. Who can apply: Non-profit organisations. Amount available: Up to £1,000. Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Further Information: http://www.greeninsurancegiving.co.uk/grants.php Linley Shaw Foundation Purpose: The Foundation offers grants to charities focused on the conservation, preservation or restoration of the natural beauty of the countryside. Who can apply: Registered charities. Amount available: Between £500 and £15,000. Deadline: Bids should be received by December / early January. Further information: Applications in writing only: NatWest Trust Services, 5th Floor, Trinity Quay, 2 Avon Street, Bristol, BS2 0PT Website: http://opencharities.org/charities/1034051 Heritage Lottery Fund - Landscape Partnerships Purpose: The Landscape Partnerships grant programme aims to support schemes led by partnerships of local, regional and national interests which aim to conserve areas of distinctive landscape character of a rural area throughout the United Kingdom. Each scheme is based round a portfolio of smaller projects, which together provide a varied package of benefits to an area, its communities and visitors. To apply for a grant, you must identify an area of countryside that has a distinctive landscape character and is recognised and valued by local people. The area of countryside should be no smaller than 20 km² and no larger than 200 km². The Heritage Lottery Fund will assess all applications through a two round process. Who can apply: Landscape Partnerships are normally delivered by a partnership made up of regional, national and local organisations with an interest in the area, community groups and members of the community. Amount available: Grants of between £250,000 and £2million. Deadline: Next deadline 8th December 2015 Further information: http://www.hlf.org.uk/HowToApply/programmes/Pages/landscapepartnerships.aspx

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Heritage Lottery Fund - Parks For People Purpose: The Parks for People programme is for projects related to historic parks and cemeteries in the UK. It funds projects that make a lasting difference to heritage, people and communities in the UK. Who can apply: Local authorities, not for profit organisations. Amount available: £100,000 to £5 million Deadline: Two stage process, the next first stage deadline is the 1st September. Expressions of interest can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.hlf.org.uk/HowToApply/programmes/Pages/parksforpeople.aspx The Stanley Smith Horticultural Trust Purpose: The Trust provides funds to:

promote horticulture

promote the conservation of the physical and natural environment by promoting biological diversity

promote the creation, development, preservation and maintenance of gardens (preference will normally, but not exclusively, be given to gardens accessible to the public)

to advance horticultural education. Who can apply: Individuals and not for profit organisations (charitable purpose). Amount available: There is no limit to the amount of money that can be given, but the Trust specifies that they need to maintain a balance between small (up to £1,000) and larger grants at any particular allocation. Deadline: 15th February and 15th August every year. Further Information: http://www.grantsforhorticulturists.org.uk/smith.html The Naturesave Trust Purpose: Naturesave Limited, an ethical insurance company, provides funding to support environmental and conservationist projects. Grants are made to projects which specifically address the promotion and implementation of sustainable development, environmental and / or conservationist improvement and or general ‘green’ issues. Who can apply: Charities, voluntary organisations or businesses.

Amount available: Not stated. Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Further Information: http://www.naturesave.co.uk/the-naturesave-trust/

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Energy Projects

Community Generation Loan Fund Purpose: This Fund is designed for communities seeking to develop renewable energy generation infrastructure which will create renewable energy, social engagement and a long term income source to be recycled by the community into relevant social impact initiatives. The Fund provides commercial loan funding for communities at the pre-planning (development) stage of their projects, as well as the construction (post-planning) stage. The Fund will consider project sizes from 25kWp capacity upwards, subject to assessment of technical viability, financial viability and social impact. Currently the Fund is focused on supporting communities falling within the top 50% of the latest available Indices of Multiple Deprivation, with a particular desire to support those falling within the top 20% most deprived locations. Who can apply: Community Interest Company, Industrial & Provident Society, Company limited by guarantee (with social purpose), and Charity. Amount available: The level of support available for feasibility/pre-planning costs will be of between £20,000-£150,000 maximum (depending on technology and scale) and construction costs of £250,000-£2,000,000 maximum. Deadline: Pre-applications can be submitted at any time. Further Information: http://thefsegroup.com/funding/social-funds/community-generation-fund/

EDF Green Fund Purpose: The Green Fund awards grants to organisations who apply for funds to help cover the cost of renewable energy technology that can be used to produce green energy from the sun, wind, water, wood and other renewable sources. Who can apply: Non-profit organisations Amount available: Up to £30,000. Deadline: The funding rounds close twice a year (end of August and end of February) and applications are assessed under the two-stage judging process. Further Information: http://www.edfenergy.com/products-services/for-your-home/our-services/green-

energy-fund.shtml

Scottish Power Energy People Trust Purpose: The Scottish Power Energy People Trust provides grants for projects that address fuel poverty. In particular projects that:

Improve home energy efficiency through draught proofing, insulating and or other practical measures

Support front line charities that carry out benefits advice to households missing out on financial help that they are entitled to and provide assistance to reduce or cancel debts for household electricity or gas supply, where such assistance is provided as part of a package of measures aimed at providing customers with long-term relief from fuel poverty.

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Who can apply: Registered charities; applications are particularly welcome from charities who work with children, young people and families. Amount available: The maximum grant available per project is £50,000. Deadline: Deadlines in 2016 - 12th January, 17th May 2016 More information: http://www.energypeopletrust.com/content/default.asp?page=s4 The EAGA Charitable Trust - Funding to Tackle Fuel Poverty

Purpose: The Trust supports projects and research into the causes of fuel poverty. During 2015 the Trust will fund work that promotes the understanding and combatting of fuel poverty. Priority will be given to projects that address fuel poverty and health and wellbeing; fuel poverty and household vulnerability; fuel poverty and climate change and sustainability; and fuel poverty and rural communities. The Trust gives priority to funding proposals that have the potential to inform or influence national perceptions and policies and have a wide geographic focus. A project that operates at a local level will only be considered for a grant if it: clearly demonstrates innovation; identifies the policy relevance of the project; has wide applicability; and has well developed evaluation and dissemination plans. Who can apply: All types of organisations and individual research consultants can apply for a grant from Eaga Charitable Trust. Amount available: Grants available are between £2,500 and £25,000 and most grants last between two and three years. Deadline: TBC on website Dec 2015 for 2016 More information: http://www.eagacharitabletrust.org/index.php/grants-offered Western Power Distribution Community Chest Purpose: The aim of the grants programme is to reduce their energy use through improvements to community buildings such as village halls and scout huts; etc. The funds can be used for energy-saving measures such as:

Roof or cavity wall insulation

Boiler replacement

New heating controls

Double or secondary glazing

Draught proofing

Smart lighting

Replacement of appliances like fridges or water heaters for more energy efficient models.

It can also fund water-saving equipment like new taps and showers. Who can apply: Not-for-profit community or voluntary groups. Groups must be willing to undertake a full energy assessment and be prepared for their building to be used as a case study. Amount available: Up to £1,000 Deadline: No deadline as such, but grants will be awarded on a first come first served basis. Further information: https://www.cse.org.uk/projects/view/1302

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Heritage Projects

Association of independent Museums - Preventive Conservation Grants Purpose: The scheme has been set up to help small museums develop a more sustainable approach to the conservation and management of collections through improvements to preventive conservation within their museum. The type of activities considered for funding include:

Environmental surveys

Training for volunteers

Environmental monitoring and control equipment

Ultraviolet filters; integrated pest management

Display cases and picture framing; etc. Priority will be given to obtaining professional advice in compiling conservation and implementation strategies, and training for volunteers. Who can apply: Eligible AIM members must be registered or accredited, or expect to achieve accreditation within two years, and they must have fewer than 60,000 visitors or a turnover of less than £300,000 per year. Amount available: The average grant award is approx. £5,000. The maximum grant is £10,000. Deadline: Closing dates for the scheme are 31 March and 30 September 2016. Further information: http://www.aim-museums.co.uk/content/aim_conservation_grant_scheme/ Heritage Lottery Fund - Start-up Grants for Heritage Projects Purpose: The funds can be used to create a new organisation to look after or engage people with heritage or for existing groups to take on new responsibilities for heritage. Start-up grants can support the early stages of planning an organisation's activities. For organisations not yet formally constituted, the grants can help to adopt the right governance structure. For organisations further along in their development, a Start-up grant can also help explore options for managing and sustaining their heritage project in the future, or carrying out early scoping work to inform a future application for project funding. Who can apply: Not-for-profit organisations and partnerships. Amount available: Grants of £3,000 to £10,000 Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time and will be assessed within eight weeks Further information: http://www.hlf.org.uk/looking-funding/our-grant-programmes/start-grants

Heritage Lottery Fund: First World War – then and now Purpose: HLF is making £1million available each year from 2013-2019. It will provide grants enabling communities and groups right across the UK to explore, conserve and share their First World War heritage and deepen their understanding of the impact of the conflict. Who can apply: Not-for-profit organisations and partnerships led by not-for-profit organisation. Amount available: £3,000 to £10,000. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time.

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Further information: http://www.hlf.org.uk/HowToApply/programmes/Pages/FirstWorldWarThenandNow.aspx Heritage Lottery Fund – Sharing Heritage Purpose: Sharing Heritage is for any not-for-profit group wanting to explore, share and celebrate their community’s heritage. Activities can include events, exhibitions, festivals and celebrations, or producing local history publications, conservation of individual heritage items, volunteer training and support. Start-up grants are also available to community groups taking responsibility for heritage, to create the right constitutional framework (including the costs of professional advice on legal forms and governance structures) and to assess options in arriving at a strategy for managing the heritage. They may then make a further application for a grant for a project focused on their heritage. Who can apply: Not-for-profit groups. Amount available: £3,000 to £10,000. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.hlf.org.uk/HowToApply/programmes/Pages/SharingHeritage.aspx Heritage Lottery Fund - Our Heritage Purpose: The Heritage Lottery Fund funds projects that make a lasting difference for heritage, people and communities in the UK. A project could focus on anything from personal memories and cultural traditions to archaeological sites, museum collections and rare wildlife. Who can apply: Not-for-profit organisations and private owners. Amount available: Between £10,000 and £100,000. Deadline: This is a rolling programme; applications can be made at any time. Further information: http://www.hlf.org.uk/HowToApply/programmes/Pages/OurHeritage.aspx Heritage Lottery Fund - Heritage Enterprise Programme Purpose: The scheme aims to support not-for-profit organisations to help them work in partnership with the private sector in the restoration of unused historic building and sites and unlock their economic potential. The programme is designed to address market failure, where historic buildings have failed to attract enough investment because the cost of their repair has not been commercially viable for private developers. Who can apply: Not-for-profit organisations. Amount available: Grants of between £100,000 and under £2 million; and between £2 million and £5 million. Deadline: For grant requests of over £100,000 and under £2 million decisions are made every three months. For grant requests of between £2 million and up to £5 million the next deadlines are 8th October 2015 and 10th December 2015. Further information: http://www.hlf.org.uk/HowToApply/programmes/Pages/Heritage_Enterprise.aspx

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Heritage Lottery Fund – Young Roots Purpose: Young Roots is designed to engage young people aged 11-25 with their heritage. Young Roots projects stem directly from the interest and ideas of young people, who are supported by youth and heritage organisations to develop skills, build confidence, and connect with their local communities. Projects are able to run for up to two years. Who can apply: Youth Groups in partnership with Heritage Organisations. Amount available: Grants range from £10,000 to £50,000. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.hlf.org.uk/HowToApply/programmes/Pages/youngroots.aspx#.USorp5BFARq Heritage Lottery Fund - Townscape Heritage Programme Purpose: The Townscape Heritage programme, funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, helps communities’ regenerate deprived towns and cities across the UK by improving their built historic environment. Who can apply: not-for-profit organisations and partnerships led by not-for-profit organisations. Amount available: Between £100,000 and £2 million. Deadline: First-round applications and all supporting materials must be received by 12 noon on 1 September each year. (Please note that this is a two stage process). Further information: http://www.hlf.org.uk/HowToApply/programmes/Pages/Townscape_Heritage.aspx Industrial Archaeology Grants Purpose: The Association for Industrial Archaeology provides Restoration Grants for a range of historic and industrial archaeology purposes. To be eligible to make an application the project must be for:

The restoration of historically, technically, architecturally, and/or archaeologically important industrial buildings, structures, machinery, vehicles and vessels within the UK

The heritage asset must be covered by a Conservation Policy and/or Statement

The heritage asset must be sustainably managed, displayed and interpreted for the public. Who can apply: Not for profit organisations. Amount available: Up to £20,000 for capital expenditure. Deadline: 31st March every year. Further information: http://www.industrial-archaeology.org.uk/arestore.htm Preservation of Industrial & Scientific Materials Purpose: The Preservation of Industrial and Scientific Material (PRISM) Fund awards grants towards the costs of acquisition and conservation of items or collections which are important in the history and development of science, technology, industry, and related fields. Who can apply: The fund is available to all accredited museums as well as other charitable or public bodies engaged in the preservation of eligible material. This includes specialist libraries, public repositories,

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and archives or libraries formally linked to local authorities or bodies such as universities and religious organisations. Amount available: Up to £20,000 or 90% of project costs. Deadline: Applications for funding can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/funding/apply-for-funding/prism/ Council for British Archaeology Purpose: The Challenge funding aims to support new or existing innovative research projects, which will enhance the understanding of local heritage, and thus aid its future care. Who can apply: Groups, societies and individuals working in a voluntary capacity. Amount available: Grants of £750. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.britarch.ac.uk/grants/challengefunding Architectural Heritage Fund Purpose: To regenerate historic buildings to create community and education facilities, workspaces and homes. There are two main grants:

Project Viability Grants to fund short studies to look at potential uses for a building and at its current condition.

The Project Development Grant scheme is intended to assist an organisation to cover some of the costs of developing and co-ordinating a project and taking it towards the start of work on site.

Who can apply: Registered charities and not for profit organisations. Amount available: Up to £3,000 for a Project Viability Grant and £25,000 for a Project Development Grant Key criteria: The building(s) must have statutory protection through national listing, or be in a conservation area and of acknowledged architectural or historic merit, and be at risk (on account of functional, structural, financial and/or other problems) Deadline: Project Viability Grants are awarded on a rolling basis, so applications can be made at any time. Deadlines for Project Development Grant applications in 2016: 10 February for 23 March Council meeting 11 May for 22 June Council meeting 17 August for 28 September Council meeting 26 October for 7 December Council meeting Further information: http://www.ahfund.org.uk/grants.php War Memorials Trust Grant Scheme Purpose: This scheme is funded by English Heritage and The Wolfson Foundation and is administered by War Memorials Trust. Grants are available for the repair and conservation of free-standing war memorials

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in England. The grants support the care and preservation of war memorials to a high standard, and to prevent the decay of this important part of our built heritage. Who can apply: These grants are intended to help those who are responsible for the upkeep of war memorials. Amount available: Grants will normally be for up to a maximum of 75% of eligible costs, with a maximum grant of £30,000. The minimum grant that can be applied for is £3,000. There is also a Small Grants Scheme with identical deadlines that will fund up to 50% of the cost to a maximum of £2,500. Deadline: Applications are assessed on a quarterly basis – deadlines are 31st March, 30th June, 30th September and 31st December. Further information: http://www.warmemorials.org/grantsforwarmemorials/ Eridge Trust Grant to Museums and Galleries

Purpose: The Trust also makes a limited number of grants to museums and galleries for projects aimed at encouraging young people up to university age to enjoy and appreciate art. The Trust are particularly interested in projects aimed at encouraging university and college students to enjoy and make use of their local museums and galleries. Who can apply: UK museums and galleries for projects aimed at young people.

Amount available: These grants may be up to some £5,000 a year for several years running. Deadline: Applications can now be made for grants for educational trips due to take place in the school year 2016-17, beginning September 2016. They must be received by 31 May 2016.

Further information: If you wish to apply on behalf of a museum or gallery for a project for young

people, please contact us (telephone 01223 207549, email eridge@btinternet.com) to discuss what you have in mind. Website - http://www.eridgetrust.co.uk/index.htm The Leche Trust Purpose: The Trustees award grants in the following areas:

Historic buildings of the Georgian period or earlier; Church furnishings of the Georgian period or earlier; Conservation of historic collections in museums and other institutions; Professional performance in theatre, music and dance.

Please note that The Trustees are unlikely to support grant applications from an organisation in two consecutive financial years (the Trust’s financial year is 1st August – 31st July) and applications in respect of projects that are the subject of major Heritage Lottery Fund bids must have secured Stage 2 funding before consideration by the Trustees. Who can apply: Applicants must be UK registered charities, public authorities or institutions. The Trustees do not accept applications from individuals (except overseas PhD students). Amount available: Grants tend not to exceed £5000. Deadline: The trustees meet three times a year to review applications, normally in February, June and October. The deadlines for receipt of applications are: 20th December for February meeting, 20th April for June meeting and 20th August for October meeting.

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Further information: http://www.lechetrust.org/ Country Houses Foundation – Added February 2016

Purpose: The CHF gives grants for the repair and conservation of rural historic buildings and structures located in England and Wales, including where appropriate their gardens, grounds and outbuildings. We would normally expect your building or structure to be listed, scheduled, or in the case of a garden included in the English Heritage Register of Parks and Gardens. However, we may also make grants to projects that involve an unlisted building in a conservation area which we judge to be of sufficient historic or architectural significance or importance.

Our definition of "rural" includes all buildings and structures in the countryside and other rural buildings which have subsequently been overtaken by, and embedded in, urban and suburban development.

Who can apply: The CHF accepts applications for grants from either organisations or private individuals. The applicant must have legal responsibility for the repair of the historic building, its gardens and grounds. We would normally expect applicants to own the building or estate, or to hold a full repairing lease with not less than 20 years to run. If this is not the case you should be able to demonstrate that you have a legally binding agreement to acquire such a building or estate.

Amount Available: The minimum CHF grant on offer is £1,000 and the maximum is for £250,000. We do not specify that this funding has to be matched, however we will expect you to make some contribution from your own resources.

Deadline: Pre-applications are accepted at any time.

Further information: http://www.countryhousesfoundation.org.uk/

Education / Schools Funding

Sylvia Short Educational Charity

Purpose: This fund aims to promote education by making grants. Applications by schools, colleges and other appropriate organisations to benefit groups should be based on extra-curricular or off-site educational experiences or related needs e.g.

Field work and local environment projects.

Visits to art galleries, theatres, concerts, exhibitions, environmental centres, places of historic/architectural interest.

Cultural or foreign language exchanges or courses.

Equipment for after-school clubs, based on the academic curriculum.

The purchase of fieldwork equipment to facilitate off-site education experiences.

The Charity also accepts applications from individual students or groups of students or on behalf of an individual or group aged 4 -19 years in full-time or part-time education locally. An application made by an individual student MUST be supported by the school, college or appropriate organisation. Trustees will consider applications for the following:

Purchase of essential books and equipment to assist study.

Fees for additional courses of study or examination fees not generally borne by the local authority or available through state provision.

Overseas work experience.

Musical instruments.

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Who can apply: Applications are accepted from groups and individuals who are under the age of 19; and are in need of financial assistance; and are attending school or college in Herefordshire. Please note that priority may be given to those in greater financial need. Gap year students are not normally eligible under the terms of the Charity. Amount available: Grants are given on a case by case basis so amounts vary. The maximum grant given for individuals will be £1,000.

Deadline: 28th February, 31ST May, 30th November. Further information: The Sylvia Short Educational Charity have a new contact email address: enquiries@sylviashort.org Please also see the new website: http://sylviashort.org/

European Union Funding For Strategic Education Partnerships – Added February 2016

Purpose: Strategic Partnerships in the following types of projects may involve two organisations from a minimum of two Programme Countries. Partnerships can involve partnerships between schools as well as between schools and other education and training organisations or the youth sector. Projects can last for two or three years. There is no maximum number of partners, however the budget for management costs is capped and equivalent to 10 partners. Any UK organisation involved in school education can participate in a Strategic Partnership, either as the lead or as a partner. The aim of the partnerships is to tackle particular issues related to schools education. This could include:

Teaching standards

Entrepreneurship

Citizenship

Basic skills

Linguistic skills. Who can apply: UK schools and Education Authorities with other education and training organisation in the European Union. Amount Available: Grants of up to €150,000 per year are available to Deadline: The closing date for applications is 11am on the 31st March 2016. Further information: https://www.erasmusplus.org.uk/apply-for-school-partnership-funding Big Lottery - Awards for All Purpose: Awards for All gives groups a quick and easy way to get small Lottery grants of between £300 and £10,000. Through this fund the BIG Lottery want to fund projects which address the issues, needs and aspirations of local communities and people.

They fund projects that meet one or more of the following outcomes:

People have better chances in life – with better access to training and development to improve their life skills.

Stronger communities – with more active citizens working together to tackle their problems.

Improved rural and urban environments – which communities are better able to access and enjoy.

Healthier and more active people and communities. You can apply for Awards for All funding for activities that will benefit the community, including:

Putting on an event, activity or performance

Buying new equipment or materials

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Running training courses

Setting up a pilot project or starting up a new group

Carrying out special repairs or conservation work

Paying expenses for volunteers, costs for sessional workers or professional fees

Transport costs.

Who can apply: Awards for All welcome applications from schools but will not pay for activities or services that schools have a statutory responsibility to provide. They expect projects to take place before or after school, during lunch or in the holidays, unless you can

provide a good reason in your application why this is not possible (for example, you are in a remote rural

area). Projects should help children learn about new things that are not part of the school day. This may be

achieved by working with a local community group or local people.

They will accept applications for projects working solely with children with special needs where it may not

be appropriate to involve the wider community, although you still need to show that what you want us to

fund is extra to what happens in the school day. Someone who is directly employed by the school must

submit the application (for example, a teacher or administrator).

Amount available: Up to £10,000 Deadline: Applications can be made at any time, please allow up to12 weeks for a decision to be made. Further information: http://www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/global content/programmes/england/awards-for-all-england

UK German Connection - Summer Course Funding

Purpose: The German Pupil Courses are two-week courses in Germany for UK pupils studying German that give them the opportunity to get first-hand experience of German life and culture and improve their German language skills. There are three courses every summer for 12 pupils and one accompanying teacher. There are two possible course options:

Course option 1 is for pupils who: o are currently in year 12 (England, Wales) / year 13 (Northern Ireland) / S5 (Scotland) o Have been learning German for at least two years o Are both British nationals with a British passport and UK residents o

Option 2 is for pupils who: o Are currently in year 10 (England, Wales) / year 11 (Northern Ireland) / S3 (Scotland) o Have been learning German for at least one year o Are both British nationals with a British passport and UK residents.

Amount available: The courses are part-funded by the German government through the Pädagogischer Austauschdienst (PAD) which covers all course-related costs in Germany. The Department for Education part-funds other programme costs, and participants are required to pay a contribution to the course costs (usually around £300) to cover travel between London and the course centre, insurance and teachers' costs. Participants are also responsible for the cost of domestic travel to a London airport and pocket money. Deadline: Applications open in January 2016 and the deadline is 10th March 2016. Further information: http://www.ukgermanconnection.org/?location_id=173&item=6171

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Thomas Betton’s Charity Purpose: Thomas Betton's Charity supports Church of England primary schools in England and Wales. The Company works in partnership with the Church of England's education division and Diocesan Directors of Education to identify schools facing challenging circumstances, predominantly in areas with high levels of deprivation. Grants are made for educational activities and/or resources that are additional to those usually funded by the State. Through its involvement over a number of years, the Company aims to help schools achieve planned improvements. Who can apply: Funds are currently committed to existing partnerships. All Diocesan Directors of Education will be notified when the Company is actively seeking new partner schools. Appeals are not accepted directly from individual schools.

Amount available: Not specified. Deadline: Not specified. Further information: http://www.ironhall.co.uk/charities/schools.htm Society for General Microbiology Schools Fund Purpose: Through the fund, grants are available to schools or individuals that are members of the Society to support microbiology teaching initiatives and events. Grants can be used to support a range of microbiology-related projects. These might include, but are not limited to:

Organising a visit to or from a working microbiologist (no more than £200 in expenses may be claimed per visiting microbiologist)

Running a school- or college-based science week activity (e.g. hands-on or programme of talks)

Supporting microbiology activities in an out-of-school science club

Buying materials and equipment outside of normal department resources to support a microbiology activity

A class visit to a microbiology laboratory to carry out activities; etc. Who can apply: School Corporate or School Representative Members of the Society, including any staff

employed in these schools. Individual members of the Society should apply to the Education and Outreach

Grants scheme for support for activities they are undertaking in schools.

Amount available: Grants of up to £1,000. Please note that applicants can submit more than one application during the year, but no more than a total of £1,000 will be awarded to a single individual / school during a single calendar year. Deadline: The next deadline will be announced in the society’s newsletter. Further information: Enquiries about this scheme should be made by email to grants@sgm.ac.uk or by phone +44(0)20 7685 2698. Website: http://www.sgm.ac.uk/en/grants-prizes/education-outreach-funds.cfm/microbiology-in-schools-fund Tap Water Awards Purpose: To help schools provide access to mains drinking water while reducing the use of plastic bottled waters. This is achieved by supporting schools install mains fed drinking water machines and using reusable bottles. Who can apply: Universities, Schools and Colleges. Amount available: Grants of between £300 and £3,000.

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Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Further information: http://www.tapwater.org/grants

Ernest Cook Foundation

Purpose: As well as offering a wide-ranging programme of land-based learning for children and young people, the Ernest Cook Trust gives grants to organisations wishing to encourage young people’s interest either in the countryside and the environment or the arts (in the broadest sense) or aiming to raise levels of literacy and numeracy.

Who can apply: Registered charities, schools and not-for-profit organisations. Amount available: A large grants programme for awards of over £4,000 and a small grants programme for awards of under £4,000 operate throughout the year. Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Further information: http://www.ernestcooktrust.org.uk/grants/index.html London Mathematical Society - Grants to Enhance the Teaching of Mathematics

Purpose: The aim of the grant is to facilitate mathematical professional development to allow teachers in UK schools/educational institutions to develop their subject knowledge and to stimulate interest and enable involvement in mathematics from Key Stage 1 (age 5+) to Undergraduate level and beyond, by: 1. Enhancing and enriching mathematical study beyond the curriculum; 2. Engaging the public with mathematics; 3. Encouraging unusual ways of communicating mathematics. The scheme is primarily intended for activities for which there is limited scope for alternative sources of funding. • The grant should make an identifiable and significant contribution (i.e. grants are for specific purposes and not just a contribution to a substantially larger pool). • The grant should preferably stimulate interactions between different sections of the mathematical community and/or address a new or wider audience. Who can apply: The grants are open to teachers of mathematics from primary school to A-Level or equivalent (inclusive of STEP/AEA). Amount available: Grants of up to £400 are available. Deadline: Quarterly, the next deadline is 29th February 2016. More information: http://www.lms.ac.uk/grants/small-grants-education The Foyle Foundation Grants

Purpose:

Schools Library Programme: This programme recognises that there is no statutory requirement for schools to have a library and that many school libraries are in a desperate situation through underfunding and underdevelopment. Encouraging children to read widely from an early age will provide a major boost to improving literacy levels, which is a current key educational objective. Priority will be given to funding library/reading books. We will not fund textbooks/curriculum books. The Foundation will also consider contributions towards library software, necessary IT equipment

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and furniture etc in order to create a suitable library space, although these should represent a small proportion of the funds requested.

Other Projects: State funded secondary and primary schools can apply for other projects with direct educational benefit but must demonstrate why their project cannot be funded from statutory or other funding. Major school building projects, community or sports projects are unlikely to be supported.

Who can apply: State funded primary and secondary schools. Dedicated schools catering for those with Special Educational Needs (SEN) may also be supported. Private schools will not generally be supported. Amount available: The majority of grants to schools range from £3000 to £10,000. Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. More information: http://www.foylefoundation.org.uk/how-to-apply/state-schools.php Science and Technology Facilities Council – Public Engagement Small Awards

Purpose: The Public Engagement Small Awards Scheme provides funds for small, local or 'pilot' projects promoting STFC science and technology. Projects must be relevant to publicising engagement or teaching about the STFC science and technology areas, namely:

particle physics; nuclear physics; space, ionospheric, solar and planetary science; astronomy; astrophysics; cosmology studying materials with muon and neutron sources studying materials with synchrotron light sources research using laser facilities other science areas

Who can apply: Anyone can apply, including grant-funded research groups, STFC research facility users, schools, museums, etc. Amount available: Awards range for £500 to £10,000 and the expenditure can go towards materials, salaries and travel & subsistence. Deadline: This scheme is currently closed for applications. Further information: http://www.stfc.ac.uk/1838.aspx

The Kelly Family Charitable Trust

Purpose: The Kelly Family Charitable Trust is open to applications from registered charities whose activities involve all or most family members in initiatives that support and encourage the family to work as a cohesive unit in tackling problems that face one or more of its members. Who can apply: The fund also welcomes applications from sports and health-related charities whose activities comply with the above criteria. Amount available: The Fund offers revenue and capital grants. Grants are of between £1,000 and £5,000, but higher grants may be considered.

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Deadline: There are two annual deadlines these are the 1st March and the 1st September. Further information: http://www.kfct.org.uk/index.html

Institute of Mathematics Education Grant Scheme

Purpose: The Institute of Mathematics has announced that individuals working in secondary schools, Colleges of Further Education (FE) and Higher Education Institutes (HEIs) can apply for a grant to help with the costs of running or attending an educational activity relating to mathematics. The types of activities supported can include:

Hosting a mathematics event, e.g. Maths Trails, Maths Competitions

Attendance at appropriate conferences, e.g. Mathematics Works

Travel expenses to attend appropriate events

Supply cover required for the teacher to attend the appropriate event; etc.

Who can apply: Secondary schools, Colleges of Further Education (FE) and Higher Education Institutes (HEIs). Applications from primary schools are also welcome, but due to the aims of the Institute, primary schools should work in partnership with a secondary school, FE or HEI. Members and non-members of the Institute working in schools FE and HEIs may apply for a grant; however, weight will be given to submissions that clearly benefit the educational establishments of members of the Institute. Amount available: Grants will be made up to a value of £600. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://ima.org.uk/about_us/support_and_grants/education_grant_scheme.cfm.html#earm Tree Council – Orchard Windfall Fund

Purpose: This grant fund is open to all schools and community groups within the United Kingdom, with the condition that children under the age of 16 are involved in the planting or, where the trees are too large to be directly handled by them, related educational activities. This educational aspect might be during the design, planning and planting of the orchard or, in schools; it might be part of curriculum related projects that will be enhanced by the preliminary activities or the subsequent availability of fruit trees on or near to the school site. Planting must take place during National Tree week. Who can apply: Applications must be on behalf of a school or community group which is a charity / not for profit organisation;

Amount available: The school / community group must be able to raise 25% of planting costs.

Deadline: The deadline for applications is the 31st of March 2016.

Further information: For further information you can download the Application Form and accompanying

guidelines for the Orchard Windfalls Fund 2016 here.

Schools Grant Scheme to Promote Physics and Engineering Purpose: The Particle Physics and Astronomy Research Council is funding small-scale projects or events linked to the teaching or promotion of physics and engineering. Projects linked to astronomy, space and particle physics are particularly encouraged. The types of activities supported can include:

Running a school/college based science week activity

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Running extracurricular activities such as a science club Purchasing materials/resources outside the normal department resources Organising a visit to a science facility or a visit from a working physicist or engineer

Who can apply: The scheme is open to all UK educational institutions (schools and colleges) catering for pupils/students in the age range 5-19. Amount available: Up to £500 Deadline: There are three deadlines in 2015: 1st February, 1st June and 1st November. Further information: http://www.iop.org/about/grants/school/page_38824.html The Frederick Soddy Trust - Geography Awards Purpose: The Frederick Soddy Trust, with the support of the Geographical Association, runs an annual Award Scheme for schools to support geography based field work and expeditions. Priority will be given to those applications that have at least a strong element of human geography. Who can apply: Teams of pupils between 5 and 18 years of age. Amount available: The total sum available for awards is £2,500. Normally sums awarded are between £200 and £550. Deadline: 31st January each year. Further information: http://www.soddy.org/schools.htm

Innovative Geography Teaching Grants

Purpose: The Royal Geographical Society is a learned society with the aim of advancing geographical science and supporting its practitioners. One of the Society's key aims is to enhance the teaching and learning of geography in secondary schools. The Society works on behalf of schools providing activities, training, advice and resources. Their main focus is on 12 to 19-year-olds in schools and colleges. Teachers that have an innovative idea for promoting the teaching of Geography in stimulating way are able to apply for an Innovative Geography Teaching grant from the Royal Society. Who can apply: The grants will be awarded to teacher – higher education partnerships. Ideally these will comprise one school teacher and one lecturer/researcher from a UK Higher Education Institution. Amount available: Two grants, each of £1,000, will be awarded annually to each teacher-Higher Education team. The resources created will be based upon a particular theme or timely issue identified by the Society. Deadline: The next application deadline is the 15th February 2016. Further information: http://www.rgs.org/OurWork/Grants/Teaching/Innovative+Geography+Teaching+Grants.htm Society for the Promotion of Roman Studies Purpose: The Society’s Schools Committee makes grants to schools to help promote the teaching of Latin and Roman studies. Most of the grants are awarded for the purchase of textbooks and other books and resources for Roman studies, but the Committee also makes awards to schools and museums organising lectures or study days on Roman themes, especially if they benefit large numbers of children throughout

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the year. The Committee does not offer grants to support one-off school trips or events. Applications from schools planning to start courses in Latin are particularly welcome. Who can apply: Schools. Amount available: Grants usually range from £50 to £500. Deadline: 1st February, 1st July and 1st November in any year. Further information: http://www.romansociety.org/grants-prizes/funding-for-schools.html Society for Microbiology: Science Education and Outreach Grants – Added February 2016 Purpose: The Society for Microbiology provides grants to promote microbiology or to support developments likely to lead to an improvement in the teaching of any aspect of microbiology. A variety of educational outreach activities to promote public engagement with microbiology will be considered for support. Who can apply: Full, Full Concessionary or Postgraduate Student Members of the Society living in the UK or Republic of Ireland can apply. Amount available: Grants up to £1,000 for educational outreach activities. Deadline: The deadline for applications is 1st April 2016. Further information: http://www.microbiologysociety.org/grants-prizes/education-outreach-funds.cfm/education-and-outreach-grants Metallurgy and Materials Science Education Purpose: The Worshipful Company of Armourers and Brasiers supports metallurgy and materials science education from primary school to postgraduate levels. Who can apply: Primary and secondary schools. Amount available: Up to £600 for primary schools and up to £1,000 for secondary schools. Deadline: Funds are finite and are allocated on a first come first served basis in each year starting on 1st April. Further information: http://www.armourershall.co.uk/cms_mainpage.php?id=3&subid=85 Wolfson Foundation - Secondary Education Programme Purpose: Funding available for capital or equipment projects relating to the teaching of science and technology, languages, music, the arts or libraries. Projects should focus on students taking A-Level or GCSE examinations. The main aim is to support schools with a proven record of excellence. Schools with a clear record of continuing improvement may also be considered. Who can apply: High-achieving state-funded and independent schools and sixth form colleges. Amount available: Grants do not normally exceed £50,000 for schools or £100,000 for sixth form colleges. Deadline: There are two submission periods for stage 1 applications each year: October - November and February - March.

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Further information: http://www.wolfson.org.uk/funding/education/secondary-education/

UK German Connection: Funding for UK-Germany World War I Projects

Purpose: This is a new funding opportunity to bring young people of the UK and Germany together to facilitate an exchange of ideas, joint learning and open discussions on topics related to World War One.

Who can apply: Primary and secondary school teachers, trainees and youth workers.

Amount available: There is funding of £500 to £5,000 available for projects that have a high level of interaction between young people in the two countries, be it virtual or through a visit/exchange trip.

Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and your project should have a start date of at least 6 weeks ahead from when you send your application.

Further information: http://www.ukgermanconnection.org/ww1projects

UK German Connection: Challenge Fund - World of Work

Purpose: This fund aims to support UK-German school partnerships undertaking work experience or enterprise-related project activities. Please note that work experience activities must be firmly embedded within a wider and thematic group project. Funding is not available for individual work experience placements where there is no bilateral project or group work.

The work experience activities (if applicable) are used by pupils to gather insight, experience and material to share and contribute towards their joint project e.g. through reflective journals, interviews or surveys with their co-workers. Suitable themes for joint project work could be topics such as international business, cross-cultural skills, education and culture or entrepreneurship and many more.

Who can apply: Primary, secondary and SEN schools and FE colleges in the UK and Germany. Applications from clusters of schools or cross-sector clusters are also welcome. Amount available: The maximum grant available is £5,000 and is to be shared between the participating schools. Grants provided through the World of Work grant can support costs such as travel and accommodation for reciprocal partner visits, project resources and joint activities and will be a contribution to the overall costs. Applicants must contribute at least 25% of the overall eligible activity costs through participants’ contributions and other sources of funding.

Deadline: The closing date for applications is the 31st January 2016.

Further information: http://www.ukgermanconnection.org/WORLDOFWORK

Lords Taverners Grants for Schools

Purpose: The Lord Taverners run two grant schemes specifically to benefit children with severe learning and physical disabilities: Outdoor Play Equipment Grants - Through the programme, special schools catering for children with severe learning and physical disabilities can apply for funding towards outdoor play equipment. Play time' is proven to improve children's physical and mental health, help develop emotional responses and learning skills and improving basic numeracy and literacy. Sensory Rooms and Equipment Grants - Schools catering for children with severe learning and physical disabilities, sensory impairments and autism have found that regular access to a sensory room or sensory equipment can have significant improvements on a child’s emotional health.

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Who can apply: Special Schools catering for children with severe learning and physical disabilities.

Amount available: Not specified.

Deadline: The next window for applications for both funds is 1st March-31st May 2016

Further information: http://www.lordstaverners.org/outdoor-play-spaces-lords-taverners and

http://www.lordstaverners.org/sensory-rooms

The Classical Association Grants

Purpose: CA has traditionally supported Greek and Latin reading competitions, regional Greek/Roman days and school conferences. In addition it now supports a wider range of outreach events if they tend towards the promotion of public awareness of the importance of Classics and/or support Classics in schools. Activities might include: public talks or small interactive sessions on the Classical World (either one-off or a series); reading and discussion groups; theatrical performances; costs to support schools who would otherwise find it difficult financially to attend a Classical exhibition or event off-site. Please note that the CA also give grants towards Summer Schools and Conferences – see the website for more details. Who can apply: Schools. Amount available: The Grants Committee can make awards for up to £2,000. Applications which exceed this amount are passed to Council for decision. If you are applying for more than £2,000, you must submit your application in time for either the March or September deadlines. Deadline: The grants committee considers applications at four meetings during the year. The deadlines for

applications are: 1st March, 1st June, 1st September and 1st December.

Further information: http://www.classicalassociation.org/grants.html The Ogden Trust Phiz Labs / CPD Purpose: The Ogden Trust exists to promote the teaching and learning of physics. They do this by providing individual scholarships to talented sixth formers and undergraduates and by enabling innovative physics teaching to take place in schools, often forging links to universities.

Phiz Labs - Primary schools very rarely have dedicated science labs. The lessons have to be very teacher-led and are restricted by the availability of resources. With a Phiz Lab, the science resources are all stored in the room in units accessible to the children. When practical investigations are the focus, the lesson then becomes more child-centred with the children selecting what they would like to use to explore different elements of science.

Continuous Professional Development (CPD) - As part of our primary science programme the Ogden Primary Science Team run CPD programmes to upskill primary teachers. These CPD days are designed to give primary teachers confidence in tackling practical science work, to improve subject knowledge and the ability to identify and tackle possible student misconceptions. Teachers can collect ideas and resources that can be used immediately in the classroom to improve both teacher and student engagement in the physical processes. Each school attending receives a box of resources worth £250. These include everything a teacher needs to carry out ten complete investigations, a comprehensive set of lesson plans and teaching notes to accompany these investigations.

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Who can apply: Schools Amount available: Resources, rather than money – see above. Deadline: No deadline specified. Further information: If you think your school would be suitable to host a Phiz Lab or you would like to find out more, please contact Wendy Cox, our National Primary Science Consultant: wendy.cox@ogdentrust.com For more information about the CPD sessions please see the website: http://www.ogdentrust.com/primary-science/primary-cpd Alice McCosh Trust Purpose: The object of the Alice McCosh Trust is to advance education by providing or assisting with grants for work or study related to natural history and/or the environment. Grants could cover the cost of a school field trip or project, an expedition as part of a research project or the development of new teaching materials for schools or institutes of higher education. Who can apply: People of any age undertaking work or study related to natural history and/or the environment may apply. Preference will be given to individuals from (or work relating to) Scotland, England and Turkey. Amount available: It is anticipated that the Trustees will award a grant in the region of £600 to £1000. Deadline: Applications should be emailed to the Trust Secretary between 1st October and 30th November each year. (Applications received at other times, or sent by post, will not be considered.) Further information: http://www.thealicemccoshtrust.org.uk/grants.htm

Magic Breakfast

Purpose: Magic Breakfast is a registered charity dedicated to ensuring every child starts their school day with the right breakfast. Magic Breakfast doesn’t believe in quick fixes for a larger social problem. We believe in finding long term sustainable solutions that will solve the problem of child hunger at the start of the school day. That’s why we are developing our school sustainability programme. This is a grassroots social enterprise process empowering schools to self-fund as well as run their own breakfast clubs, feeding the many children who arrive at school hungry, independent of external aid. Amount available: Through this programme Magic Breakfast will:

Provide healthy free food to the breakfast club

Meet the cost of food and delivery to the school

Provide a fridge to store the food if needed.

Schools are required to provide a venue and staff to run the club

Identify and encourage attendance by the most hungry children and host at least one visit per year to the school from friends or supporters of Magic Breakfast.

Who can apply: Support is available to schools that have 35% or more Free School Meals and currently do not have a breakfast club. If you have 35% or more Free School Meals and currently do not have a breakfast club, please get in touch as soon as possible. Deadlines: Expressions of interest can be submitted at any time. Further information: To register your interest, please email info@magicbreakfast.com or for further

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information and to download an application form, please go to www.magicbreakfast.com. Lefèvre Trust and Charles de Gaulle Trust Purpose: This programme from the Lefèvre Trust and Charles de Gaulle Trust supports collaboration between the UK and France on educational opportunities that prepare young people to become global citizens. By supporting partnerships between schools in the UK and France, the programme aims to give more young people the knowledge, skills and understanding to work not only bilaterally but in a global context - and contribute responsibly to society – locally and globally. It recognises that young people require high-quality education and international opportunities, and that countries that provide these are more likely to offer stable societies and economic opportunity. The British Council administers the distribution of grant funding from the Lefèvre Trust and Charles de Gaulle Trust on behalf of the trustees. Schools in the UK and France that are already in a partnership can apply together to this programme as follows.

a one-off grant of £5,000 per school from the Charles de Gaulle Trust to enable individual students (minimum of 3 participants) aged between 17 and 19, and one or more educators, from each school to arrange two-week study visits with their partner school in France/the UK, working specifically on projects which can demonstrate a link to their school syllabus; or,

a one-off grant of £5,000 per school from the Lefèvre Trust to enable groups of young people aged between 11 and 19, and one or more educators, from each school to visit their partner school in France/the UK

Who can apply: The British Council will accept grant applications from schools, sixth form colleges and comparable institutions providing full-time general, vocational, technical or special needs education. Both private and government institutions are eligible to apply. Amount Available: Schools can apply for funding of up to £5,000. Deadline: This fund is currently closed and is likely to open again later in 2016. Further information: http://www.britishcouncil.fr/en/programmes/education/schools/funding EMI Sound Foundation Equipment Awards Purpose: Schools in the UK, that wish to purchase musical instruments and equipment can apply for funding through the EMI Music Sound Foundation's Instrument and/or Equipment Awards. To date the Foundations has made awards to over two thousand schools, individual students and teachers improve their access to music through the purchase or upgrade of musical instruments and equipment. The Foundation cannot fund retrospectively and schools are not eligible for financial assistance under this scheme if they have already purchased their instruments or if they do so before their application has been approved. Who can apply: Schools based in the UK (the grant must be for extra-curricular activity) Amount available: Up to £2,000 Deadline: 8th February 2016, next deadline yet to be announced. Further information: http://www.emimusicsoundfoundation.com/index.php/site/awards/ Royal Geographical Society - Innovative Geography Teaching Grants Purpose: One of the Royal Geographical Societies key aims is to enhance the teaching and learning of geography in secondary schools. The Society works on behalf of schools providing activities, training,

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advice and resources. Their main focus is on 12 to 19-year-olds in schools and colleges. Teachers that have an innovative idea for promoting the teaching of Geography in stimulating way are able to apply for an Innovative Geography Teaching grant from the Royal Society. Who can apply: The grant is open to all geography teachers working in secondary schools and with a university collaborator and aims to enhance pupils' geography education in a stimulating way. Amount available: Two grants, each of £1,000, will be awarded annually to each teacher-Higher Education team. Deadline: The next application deadline is the 15th February 2016. Further information: http://www.rgs.org/OurWork/Grants/Teaching/Innovative+Geography+Teaching+Grants.htm

The Eridge Trust Grants for Educational Establishments

Purpose: The Eridge Trust is a charitable trust whose purpose is to encourage young people to enjoy and

appreciate visual art, especially painting. The Trust have supported many different kinds of trips, mainly

organised by individual schools, but also by groups of schools, education authorities and other bodies.

They have included day trips to local galleries, trips of a few days to major UK cities and trips of up to a

week or more to European cities and regions. The Trusts overriding aim is to stimulate young people's

enjoyment of art and kindle enthusiasms which we hope will enrich the rest of their lives Who can apply: The Trust makes grants to schools, colleges and other bodies for trips to museums, galleries and centres of art at home and abroad. Grants are also made to UK museums and galleries for projects aimed at young people.

Amount available: The normal maximum grant will be £3,000. The Trust is willing to make larger grants for

trips with students from more than one school. We take into account value for money and how far a grant is

needed and likely to make a significant difference. Deadline: Applications can now be made for grants for educational trips due to take place in the school year 2016-17, beginning September 2016. They must be received by 31 May 2016. Further information: http://www.eridgetrust.co.uk/index.htm

Arts Funding

Awards for Young Musicians 2016

Purpose: Awards for Young Musicians are inviting applications from young instrumentalists playing any musical genre to join our 2016 Awards Programme. Award winners will receive flexible funding towards musical costs and individual support, which may include mentoring, master classes with professional musicians, the chance to observe professional orchestras and other ensembles in rehearsal, free tickets to concerts and performance opportunities. Who can apply: The awards are open to 5 to 17 year olds that have achieved distinction in their last music exam, or, if they haven't taken exams, show evidence of this level of ability; be recommended by their music teacher; and have evidence of financial need. Amount available: You can apply for up to £2,000. The average Award granted is £500. Awards can help with costs including:

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Buying or hiring a musical instrument

Music lessons

Weekend music schools

Music courses

Orchestra fees

Travel

Deadline: This scheme closes on the 18th March 2016. Further information: http://www.a-y-m.org/how-we-help/awards/

Elmley Foundation – Small Grants

Purpose: This grant scheme is for community groups in Herefordshire and Worcestershire planning arts events or purchases. There are two funds, one for Events and Activities and one for Arts Equipment. The fund is administered by Community First on behalf of the Elmley Foundation. Guidelines and application forms are available to download from the website. Who can apply: Not for profit community groups in Herefordshire and Worcestershire Amount available: Both funds offer grants of up to a maximum of £1,000. There are separate Guidelines for each fund. Deadlines:

15th April 2016, for which the deadline will be Friday 25th March.

8th July 2016, for which the deadline will be Friday 17th June.

21st October 2016, for which the deadline will be Friday 30th September.

Further information: For details of how to apply please see the website http://www.elmley.org.uk/pages/small_grants_scheme.asp. If you would like to discuss your project before applying please contact Cheryl Cooney at Community First on 01684 312739, or email cherylc@comfirst.org.uk

Paul Hamlyn Foundation – Arts based Learning Fund

Purpose: The new Arts-Based Learning Fund from the Paul Hamlyn Foundation (PHF) has grants available to support charities, community organisations, social enterprises and not-for-profit companies active in the arts that are working with schools, further education colleges and teachers to enhance the lives, development and achievements of children and young people. Two types of grant are available to support work at different stages of development.

The Arts-based Learning ‘explore and test' grants provide funding for up to two years to help test or evaluate new approaches.

The Arts-based Learning ‘more and better' grants provide longer, larger grants to help increase the impact and effectiveness of work which has already shown promise or positive impact.

Who can apply: Applications are welcomed from charities, community organisations, social enterprises and not-for-profit companies active in the arts. Applicants must be working in partnership with schools or other formal education settings – i.e. primary and secondary schools, further education colleges, pupil referral units and special schools

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Deadline: Not specified. Further information: http://www.phf.org.uk/funds/arts-based-learning-fund/#the-purpose-of-the-fund Arts Award - Access Fund Purpose: Funding Arts Award centres in England working on Arts Award projects with young people for whom access and inclusion is an issue. Priority will be given to centres that will use the grant to support them to pilot, embed or develop their Arts Award work with these groups. Who can apply: Arts Award centres Amount available: Between £100 and £1500 Deadline: The next deadline is 5pm on 4th March 2016 Further information: http://www.artsaward.org.uk/site/?id=1975

Fidelio Trust - Support for Arts Projects

Purpose: Fidelio welcomes applications for grants in support of the Arts, in particular the dramatic and operatic arts, music, speech and dance. Institutions, colleges, Arts Festivals and other arts organisations in the United Kingdom, may seek financial support as follows:

for individuals or groups of exceptional ability, whom they have been responsible for selecting, to enable them.

to receive special tuition or coaching (e.g. in the case of musicians to attend Master Classes)

to participate in external competitions.

to be supported for a specially arranged performance.

to receive support for a special publication, musical composition or work of art.

Who can apply: Applications from individuals or groups seeking support for themselves will not be accepted. Amount Available: The Fidelio Trust offers grants of up to £5,000. Deadline: The closing dates for receipt of applications are 1st February, 1st June and 1st October. Further information: http://www.fideliocharitabletrust.org.uk/index.php Music for Alice Purpose: Music for Alice makes grants available to help groups and organisations purchase musical instruments or equipment. Awards target two distinct groups:

“Music for Youth” aimed at applicants focused on using music to improve lives for 0-19 year olds.

“Music for Health” aimed at applicants focused on using music for health or rehabilitation benefits. Who can apply: group, organisation or charity based in the United Kingdom that has a formerly constituted character. Grants are not available for schools. Amount available: Up to £1,000. Deadline: Twice a year. Contact them for more info about deadlines.

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Further information: http://www.musicforalice.org.uk/apply/

PRS for Music Foundation - New Music Projects - Added February 2016

Purpose: The Fund supports new music projects led by promoters, large performance groups, talent development organisations, venues and curators. They fund projects that fit with the following priorities:

To support the creation, performance and promotion of outstanding new music in any genre. We are particularly interested in the quality and originality of the music

To enable the UK’s most talented music creators to realise their potential. We are interested in how your project will develop the songwriters and composers involved. We are committed to supporting UK based songwriters and composers of all backgrounds

To inspire audiences. You will be asked to outline who you are reaching and how. This includes audiences at a local, regional, national or international level

Who can apply: The Fund is available to any not-for-profit organisation based in the UK with an eligible project. Amount available: The maximum grant available is £10,000. Deadline: Closing dates are Monday 6th June and Monday 3rd October 2016. Further information: http://www.prsformusicfoundation.com/funding/the-open-fund/the-open-fund-for-organisations/ PRS Foundation - Momentum Music Fund Purpose: PRS for Music Foundation and Arts Council England helps talented artists and bands to further their careers by providing them with vital access to finance. Funding is available to support 50-60 artists in 2015-16. Who can apply: Artists and bands that are at a crucial point in their development, with the potential to significantly further their career within the next two years. Applications can be submitted by the artists themselves or those who are working on their behalf, e.g. a manager, an independent label or publisher. Amount available: Grants of between £5,000 and £15,000. Deadline: Next deadline has yet to be specified, but will be in May 2016. Further information: http://www.prsformusicfoundation.com/Funding/Momentum-Music-Fund PRS Foundation - Women Make Music Purpose: The Women Make Music grant scheme offers financial support to women musicians to create new music in any genre. This can range from classical, jazz and experimental, to urban, electronica and pop. Through the scheme support is available to individuals and organisations including:

Solo performers

Solo songwriters or composers

Promoters or event producers

Bands/ensembles/orchestras

Local authorities and schools. Who can apply: Individuals, organisations and groups.

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Amount available: Up to £5,000. Deadline: The deadlines for this fund are Monday 6th June and Monday 3rd October 2016. Further information: http://prsformusicfoundation.com/Funding/Women-Make-Music Arts Council: Artists International Development Fund – Added February 2016

Purpose: The Artists’ international development fund offers early stage development opportunities for individual freelance and self-employed artists and/or creative practitioners (including, for example: producers, curators, publishers, editors, translators, choreographers) based in England to spend time building links with artists, organisations and/or creative producers in another country. Who can apply The programme is open to emerging and mid-career artists working in combined arts, literature, music, theatre, dance, visual arts and crafts and design. Amount available: Freelance and self-employed artists can apply for small grants of £1,000 to £5,000 to spend time building these links to broaden the Artist's horizons and open their work to other perspectives. You may only make one application in any one 12 month period. Deadlines: The programme will open on the 15th February 2016. The closing date for applications will be the 13th April 2016. Further information: http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/funding/apply-funding/funding-programmes/artists-international-development-fund/#sthash.mWNuVsLm.dpuf Arts Council - Grants For The Arts Purpose: Grants for the Arts is Arts Council England’s main funding stream for the support of individual artists and arts organisations ranging from dance to visual arts, literature to theatre and music to combined arts. Who can apply: Individuals and organisations can apply. Funding: £1,000 to £100,000 Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Further information: http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/funding/apply-for-funding/grants-for-the-arts/ Arts Council – Ambition for Excellence Purpose: Ambition for excellence is a £35.2 million programme aimed at stimulating and supporting ambition, talent and excellence across the arts sector in England. The fund aims to realise significant impact on the growth of an ambitious international-facing arts infrastructure, especially outside London. It aims to contribute to the development of strong cultural places; to grow and develop talent and leadership in the regions and across artforms; give an international dimension to excellent work, and create the highest quality new work including for outdoor and festival contexts. Who can apply: National portfolio organisations, museums (applying for arts projects) and organisations primarily focused on one or more of the following: creating, producing, distribution and presenting the arts in England. Applications from partnerships can also be made. Amount available: Applicants can apply for between £100,000 and £750,000, across a period of up to three years.

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Deadline: Applying to the fund Ambition for excellence is a rolling programme, from 28 May 2015 to 27 October 2017, and applications will be received in two stages: an expression of interest followed by an invite to apply. Further information: http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/funding/apply-funding/apply-for-funding/ambition-excellence/#sthash.1MUpSYMS.dpuf Arts Council – Arts Impact Fund Added February 2016

Purpose: The Arts Impact Fund is a new £7million initiative set up to demonstrate the potential for social investment in arts. We want to invest for artistic, social and financial return. The fund offers repayable finance to arts organisations working in England that can show how they are sustainable, have great artistic ambitions and have a positive impact on society.

Who can apply: Eligible organisations will work primarily in the arts, defined as: theatre, dance, literature, music, combined arts and visual arts. Or culture: museums, art galleries, theatres and non-venue based / seasonal including festivals, and touring programmes, digital and creative media. Your organisation must be a registered charity or community interest company (CIC). Other incorporated entities with evidence of embedded social mission may be eligible, but will be assessed on the strength of their social mission. We will not make loans to individuals, sole traders, partnerships or unincorporated bodies (unless their partners/members are exclusively corporate bodies). Organisations must be registered in England and primarily benefiting communities in England.

Amount available: Depending on what your needs are, we can provide repayable finance between £150,000 and £600,000.

Deadline: This is an open programme, with applications being accepted at any time until early 2017.

Further information: https://artsimpactfund.org/how-and-what-we-fund/

Theatre Protection Fund - Small Grants Purpose: The Theatres Trust works with commercial, public and voluntary sectors to secure a sustainable future for theatre buildings. Through its Theatre Protection Fund Small Grants Scheme, theatres run by charities and not-for-profit groups can apply for grants to carry out capital improvements to enhance their work within the local community. The types of works that can be funded include urgent building repairs, environmental improvements and works to enhance physical accessibility. Who can apply: Theatres run by charities and not-for-profit groups. Applicants have to own or manage theatres with titles or signed leases of more than 5 years on buildings. Applicants also need to demonstrate that they run a regular theatre programme of professional, community and/or amateur work presenting no less than 30 performances a year. Amount available: Up to £5,000. Deadline: Application can be submitted at any time. Applications will be considered by the Trustees at their June and December meetings. Further information: http://www.theatrestrust.org.uk/grants

Golsoncott Foundation Purpose: The Foundation aims to promote, maintain and advance the education of the public in the arts generally and in particular the fine arts and music. The Golsoncott Foundation is an arts-funding trust, its declared object is … to promote, maintain, improve and advance the education of the public in the arts generally and in particular … the fine arts and music.

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Who can apply: Charities and community groups. Amount available: Grants vary according to context but they do not exceed £5,000 and are normally given on a non-recurrent basis. Deadline: Applications should be sent by post by the end of the month preceding the month of the Trustees meeting (February, May, August and November). Further information: http://www.golsoncott.org.uk/

Colwinston Charitable Trust Purpose: The Colwinston Charitable Trust distributes grants to organisations working predominantly in the areas of opera, classical music and the visual arts. Applications should be for projects that benefit people in the UK and particularly Wales. Who can apply: Registered charities. Amount available: Grants of between £5,000 and £25,000. Deadline: Grant applications should be received no later than 30th September, for consideration at the November meeting, or 31st March for consideration at the May meeting of trustees. Further information: http://www.colwinston.org.uk The Radcliffe Trust Grants Purpose: The Radcliffe Trust offers small grants for craft and music education:

Music – Support classical music performance and training, especially chamber music, composition and music education. Particular interests within music education are music for children and adults with special needs, youth orchestras and projects at secondary and higher levels, including academic research.

Craft – Training among young people both at the level of apprenticeship and at the post-graduate levels. Crafts are broadly defined, including building conservation skills, rural skills and traditional creative craft skills.

Who can apply: Registered charities. Amount available: The majority of grants awarded are for amounts between £1,000 and £5,000. Deadline: 31st January and 31st August for the Music strand; 31st January and 31st July for the craft strand. Further information: http://www.theradcliffetrust.org/

Elephant Trust Programme Purpose: The Trust offers grants to artists and for new, innovative visual arts projects based in the UK. The Trust's aim is to make it possible for artists and those presenting their work to undertake and complete projects when confronted by lack of funds. The Trust supports projects that develop and improve the knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the fine arts. Priority is now being given to artists and small organisations and galleries who should submit well argued, imaginative proposals for making or producing new work or exhibitions.

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Who can apply: Artists, small organisations and galleries within the UK. Arts Festivals are not supported. Amount available: The Trust normally awards grants of up to £2,000 but larger grant may be considered. Deadline: The next deadline is the 5th April 2016 Further information: http://elephanttrust.org.uk/docs/intro.html

Idlewild Trust

Purpose: The Idlewild Trust is a grant making trust that supports registered charities concerned with the encouragement of the performing and fine arts and crafts, the advancement of education within the arts and the preservation for the benefit of the public of lands, buildings and other objects of beauty or historic interest in the United Kingdom.

Who can apply: Registered Charities.

Amount available: The Trust makes grants of up to £5,000.

Deadline: Midnight on the 11th February 2016 for a Trustees’ meeting in May 2016 and midnight on the 8th September 2016 for a Trustees’ meeting in November 2016.

Further information: http://www.idlewildtrust.org.uk/

Youth Music

Purpose: Youth Music focuses on funding developmental music-making projects for children and young people up to the age of 25 and including early years (0 - 5); as well as projects that support the development of the workforce, organisations and the wider sector. The programme is made up of three separate funds:

Fund A offers small grants (up to £30,000) for high quality music-making projects.

Fund B offers medium-sized grants (£30,001 - £100,000 per year) for larger programmes of work.

Fund C offers grants (up to £180,000) for strategic programmes to help embed sustainable, inclusive music-making across a local area.

Who can apply: Charities, not for profit organisations and schools. Schools will have to justify how to activities to be funded do not duplicate Department of Education funding. Amount available: Up to £30,000 for Fund A, between £30,001 and £100,000 per year for Fund B and up to £180,000 for Fund C. Deadline:

Fund A: 22nd January 2016 2015

Fund B: 21 Closed

Fund C: Closed Further information: http://network.youthmusic.org.uk/Funding/about-youth-musics-grants-programme

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Children and Young People

Janice and Peter McCaull Charitable Trust Purpose: To act as a resource for young people up to the age of 21 living in Leominster parish by providing advice and assistance and organising programmes of physical, educational and other activities as a means of:

advancing in life and helping young people by developing their skills, capacities and capabilities to enable them to participate in society as independent, mature and responsible individuals.

advancing education

relieving unemployment

providing recreational and leisure time activity in the interests of social welfare for people living in the area of benefit who have need by reason of their youth, age infirmity or disability, poverty or social and economic circumstances with a view to improving the conditions of life for such persons.

Who can apply: Young people under the age of 21 living in Leominster and not for profit organisations working with young people within this age bracket and location. Amount available: Not specified. Further information: Contact Leominster Town Council; Tel: 01568 611734. Email: townclerk@leominstertowncouncil.gov.uk The Sylvia Adams Charitable Trust - Added February 2016 Purpose: The Trust is looking to support work which will improve the life chances for some of the most disadvantaged children in England and Wales by investing in early intervention and preventative work. We are looking to support work with targeted groups of 0-3 year olds in England and Wales which will specifically:

improve the reach to these targeted groups, and

bring about improved defined outcomes for these targeted groups We will be looking for proposals which:

Have defined outcomes built in with clear measurement tools and evaluation procedures in place

Have the flexibility to adapt to changing external factors

Have wide application or which have relevance for specific groups

Look to build on existing good practice or to trial new work Who can apply: Charities registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Amount available: There is no minimum grant size and the maximum will be £50,000 per annum. Grants may be awarded for 1, 2 or 3 years. The Trust is happy to consider complete or partial funding and accepts overheads as part of a budget. Deadlines: There will be 2 funding rounds in 2016.

For consideration in April, Stage 1 applications must be received by January 18th

For consideration in October, Stage 1 applications must be received by July 24th.

Further information: http://sylvia-adams.org.uk/what-we-will-fund/

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Hedley Foundation

Purpose: The Hedley Foundation wishes to assist and encourage development and change. The main objective is Young people: their education, recreation, support, training, health and welfare. The subsidiary objectives are disabled people and the terminally ill: provision of specialist equipment and support for carers. Who can apply: The Foundation will only make grants to UK Registered Charities. Amount available: Most successful grants will be of capital or one-off nature, but the Trustees sometimes agree to help fund the introduction of new and innovative projects with a series of up to 3 annual grants. Few grants exceed £5,000 (the average being £3,000) and most of them go to charities where they can make an impact. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.hedleyfoundation.org.uk/ Variety Youth Clubs Grants Purpose: Founded in 1949 Variety, the Children’s Charity, aims to help sick, disabled and disadvantaged children and young people up to and including the age of 18 years, who are resident within the UK. Variety grants can be to buy equipment to provide challenging activities that engage young people aged 8-18 and provide them with alternatives to becoming involved in the anti-social behaviour that often stems from boredom and peer pressure. You'll have to raise some of the funds yourself and applications that have young people involved in the fund raising will be looked upon favourably. Who can apply: Applications can be made from non-profit making groups and organisations working with children up to, and including, the physical age of 18 years. These include statutory bodies (schools and hospitals), hospices and small registered charities. Amount available: Variety has grants of £200 to £600 available for youth organisations that are affiliated to either Ambition or UK Youth. Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Further information: https://www.variety.org.uk/what-we-do/youth-clubs-grants Ambition Giving Purpose: Ambition, the UK's leading youth club charity, has opened Ambition Giving for applications to help deliver activities to young people aged under 24 years old within their community. Ambition has three outcomes for all of its programmes: improved educational attainment; improved health; and increased employability for the future. Any project funded must address one of these outcomes and focus on at least one of these five themes: Health; Employability & Enterprise; Social Action; Leadership and Media & Creative Arts. Who can apply: Youth clubs, community groups, resident associations and voluntary organisations. Every application must be supported by a member of Ambition. Amount available: Up to £2,000

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Deadline: Friday 8 April 2016, Friday 1 July 2016, Friday 21 October 2016, Friday 10 February 2017. Further information: http://ambition90.org/ambition-giving/

Henry Smith Charity - Holiday Grants for Children Purpose: Applications can be made by schools, youth groups, not for profit organisations and charities for grants towards holidays or outings within the UK for children aged 13 and under who are from areas of high deprivation, are experiencing disadvantage, or those who have a disability. Applications can be considered for holidays or outings that have the objective of providing children with a break they would not otherwise have the opportunity to experience. Who can apply: Schools, youth groups, not for profit organisations. Amount available: The maximum grant available is £2,500 for any one trip. Grants are normally limited to a maximum of two-thirds of the total cost of a trip. Deadlines:

1 February - 30 April 2016 Applications accepted 2 November 2015 - 18 March 2016

1 May - 30 June 2016 Applications accepted 1 March 2016 - 20 May 2016

1 July - 31 August 2016 Applications accepted 2 May 2016 - 22 July 2016

1 September - 31 December 2016 Applications accepted 1 July 2016 - 18 November 2016

Further information: http://www.henrysmithcharity.org.uk/holiday-grants-for-children.html

Clore Poetry and Literature Awards Purpose: The Clore Poetry and Literature Awards fund poetry and literature initiatives for children and young people, under the age of 19, across the UK. Who can apply: Primary, middle, secondary, special schools, sixth form colleges, academies and further education colleges; Professional literature, poetry and creative writing organisations, and libraries; Other arts/cultural organisations (e.g. museums, galleries) are eligible to apply but must provide a clear rationale for their proposed literature/poetry projects and evidence of requisite specialist input; Established community groups and Not-for-profit organisations. Amount available: From £1,000 to £10,000. Deadline: Round 8 of the awards will take place in spring 2016 (date to be announced). Further information: http://www.cloreduffield.org.uk/Grant_Programmes/Clore_Poetry_and_Literature_Awards.htm Fiver Challenge Programme – Updated February 2016 Purpose: Young Enterprise, in partnership with the UK government and Virgin Money has launched a new challenge to give primary school pupils the opportunity to start and grow mini businesses. Called the Fiver Challenge, the programme will provide schools with a loan of £5 for every pupil taking part. The young people will create products or services to sell at a profit - which they are allowed to keep. They return the original loan to the Fiver Bank, with a voluntary additional donation which will be used to fund next year's contest. Who can apply: Schools should register their interest at fiverchallenge@y-e.org.uk

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Amount available: loan of £5 for every pupil taking part. Deadline: Registration opens on the 21st March 2016. Further information: Website: http://www.fiverchallenge.org.uk/

Toy Trust Funding Programme Purpose: The Toy Trust exists to raise money predominantly from the toy industry, its suppliers and friends; and distributes the money raised to charities helping disadvantaged and disabled children within the UK and abroad. Who can apply: Registered charities. Amount available: Up to £5,000. Deadline: Rolling programme, so applications can be made at any time. Further information: http://www.btha.co.uk/toy-trust/

Ironmongers Company Purpose: The Ironmongers Company wants to support projects that provide opportunities for disadvantaged children and young people to fulfil their potential and educational activities that develop learning, motivation and skills. For example projects that support:

Special educational needs

Address behavioural problems or promote citizenship

Parenting or life skills. Preference will be given to projects piloting new approaches where the outcomes will be disseminated to a wider audience. Although the grants are available within the UK preference is given to projects in inner London. Who can apply: Registered charities who work with disadvantaged children under the age of 25. Amount available: Up to £10,000. Deadlines: 31st July and 31st December each year. Further information: http://www.ironmongers.org/charity_organisations.htm

VInspired Cashpoint grants Purpose: The Cashpoint grants scheme gives young people who have an idea for a project to improve their local community. The funding is available to individual young people (or small groups) who have developed a project idea and will run the project themselves. Projects must be run on a volunteer only basis. Who can apply: Young people (aged 14-25). Amount available: Up to £500. Deadline: Open for applications

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Further information: https://vinspired.com/opportunities/10066

Unltd - Do It Awards for Social Impact Projects

Purpose: The Do It Awards provide support and funding packages for individuals to run projects that have a positive social impact and have the scope to become financially sustainable. Who can apply: The current round of the application process is now open and anyone aged 16 or above living in the UK can apply for projects that:

Have a real social impact

Fulfil a clear need and demand

Have clear outputs and goals

Provide a learning experience or opportunity. Deadline: The deadline for submitting an expression of interest is the 6th April 2016. Further information: https://unltd.org.uk/doit/ Steven Gerrard Foundation Purpose: The Foundation is committed to making a lasting difference to disadvantaged children through independently evaluated grants supported by and in consultation with its charitable partner the Consortium for Street Children. Who can apply: Registered charities. Amount available: Grants of up to £10,000 per year for up to 3 years. Deadline: No information currently available on future grant cycles. Further Information: http://www.stevengerrardfoundation.org/grants.htm

The Peter Cruddas Foundation Purpose: The Peter Cruddas Foundation gives priority to programmes designed to help disadvantaged and disengaged young people to pursue pathways to Education, Training and Employment with the ultimate aim of helping them to become financially independent. Priority funding streams:

Pathways/support for young disadvantaged or disengaged people in the age range 14 to 30 into education, training or employment

Work experience/skills projects for young people aged 16 to 30

Youth work in London particularly evening work for disadvantaged young people aged 16 to 30 Who can apply: UK registered charities benefiting people living in the UK or organisation supported by a UK charity. Funding is not available for CICs or social enterprises. Amount available: There is no minimum or maximum and projects can be funded for more than one year however, the Peter Cruddas Foundation will be looking to the applicant to demonstrate that they can manage the amount they have applied for and how they intend to continue (if appropriate), after the funding has been spent. Deadline: 1st March and 1st September.

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More information: http://www.petercruddasfoundation.org.uk/how_to_apply.htm Children in Need – Small Grants Purpose: Funding is available to organisations that work with young people who are suffering from illness, distress, abuse or neglect, are disabled, have behavioural or psychological difficulties and / or are living in poverty or situation of deprivation. Amount available: Not for profit organisations such as: Registered charities, Voluntary organisations, Schools, Churches, Community interest groups Level of Funding: The Small Grants Programme funds up to £10,000 a year. Key Criteria:

Projects need to prove that they positively change the lives of disadvantaged children and young people in the UK.

Projects where possible should take into account the views of the disadvantaged young people and involve them in decisions that affect them

Deadline: The deadlines for the small grant programme are 1 March, 1 June, 1 September and 1 December. Further information: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/1N4ddmFHns8VPKjyp3PMYwn/apply-for-a-grant

BBC Children In Need - Main Grant Programme Purpose: Funding is available to organisations that work with young people in the following areas:

Are suffering from illness

Are in distress

Suffer abuse or neglect

Are disabled

Have behavioural or psychological difficulties

Are living in poverty or situations of deprivation. Who can apply: Not-for-profit organisations in the UK that are supporting young people under the age of 18. Amount available: Over £10,000p.a for up to three years. Very few grants of over £100,000 in total are made. Deadline: The next closing date is the 15th May 2016, followed by the 15th September 2016. Further information: http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/articles/3XW7FvN20PD3xr2c1T62Xly/main-grants

Buttle UK - Funding to Support Vulnerable Young People

Purpose: Funding is available through three programmes

The Small Grants programme: Delivering essential items to children, young people and families whose development, health and well-being are at risk. An essential item could be anything that we

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all take for granted but many families in poverty are living without, such as a children's bed, cooker, fridge-freezer or washing machine. The maximum grant through this scheme is £300.

The School Fees programme: Some children, many because of problems at home, do not thrive in mainstream education, and so fail or drop out of school entirely. The School Fees Programme funds places at schools that provide a safe and supportive environment for those at future risk of going into formal care. It enables children with medical, emotional or social difficulties to gain a stable and more supportive secondary education.

Support for Young People programme: Our Enhanced Packages Programme provides funding of up to £2,000 for estranged young people aged 16-20. Our case working team works directly with young people and referrers to remove the financial barriers that stand in the way of achieving their long-term education, employment or training goals.

Who can apply: Applications must be completed by an organisation who is supporting the family or young person and who is capable of assessing their needs. They should also be able to administer a grant on behalf of Buttle UK. Buttle UK can accept applications from a wide variety of organisations including statutory or charitable organisations providing a health care, social care or advice service, Probation and Youth Offending, Tenancy support, Education services including Primary and Secondary schools, NHS and Primary Care Trusts, Sure Start and Children’s Centres and Flying Start and Communities First.

Amount available: Please see specific programme details for amounts available.

Deadline: These grant programmes are currently open to applications. Closing dates TBC.

Further information: http://www.buttleuk.org/index.php

Nominet Trust – iDEA Award Scheme

Purpose: iDEA is a new initiative for 14-25 year olds with a passion for all things digital. By getting involved, you have an opportunity to gain and develop digital enterprise and entrepreneurial skills, supported by some of the biggest names in business.

Who can apply: Young people (aged 14-25)

Amount available: Win up to £15,000 and mentor support

Deadline: The programme will open in September 2015.

Further information: https://www.onemillionyoungideas.org.uk/

Alec Dickson Trust

Purpose: The fund seeks to support projects that enhance the lives of others, particularly those most marginalised by society such as the homeless, those with drug dependency problems and people with disabilities. The Trustees particularly like to fund projects that involve lots of volunteers, and/or encourage these young people to stay engaged as volunteers in the long term.

Who can apply: Applications are invited from individuals aged 30 and under or from small groups of young people who believe their actions to be in pursuit of the aims of the Trust.

Amount available: The Alec Dickson Trust provides grants of up to £500.

Deadline: Applications can be made any time and are reviewed on a quarterly basis.

Further information: http://www.alecdicksontrust.org.uk/

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Think Big with O2

Purpose: The Think Big programme supports young people in the UK (aged between 13 and 25) who want to make positive changes to their communities. Grants can be used to cover project related costs such as:

Materials & equipment

Cost of renting space

Transportation

Advertising, etc. Who can apply: The programme is open to individuals and groups of young people. Amount available: Initially funding of £300 is available to get projects off the ground. If the project is completed successfully young people may be invited to apply for the second level of the programme, Think Bigger where O2 provides funding of up to £2500. Deadline: Open for applications. Further information: http://www.o2thinkbig.co.uk/

Paul Hamlyn Foundation: Shared Ground Fund

Purpose: The Shared Ground Fund will provide organisations with the financial support they need to test new approaches and explore ways of addressing new challenges in this area of great change and uncertainty. It will also support organisations with an already strong track record of achievement with substantial help to achieve a greater impact. Applicants must contribute to one or both aims of the Shared Ground Fund:

Living well together – supporting work for the benefit of young people which helps communities experiencing high levels of migration become stronger and more connected

Staying safe – ensuring that young migrants in greatest need can get help and support

Who can apply: Applications are welcomed from not-for-profit organisations, of any size, working anywhere in the UK. Amount available: The Shared Ground Fund offers two kinds of grants to support organisations at different stages of development:

Shared Ground ‘explore and test’ grants – each year we expect to make around 10 grants to help explore and test both new approaches and ways of addressing new issues (awards will be for a maximum of £60,000, usually for up to two years)

Shared Ground ‘more and better’ grants – each year we expect to make around 10 longer, larger grants to help develop and embed more established activities (awards will be for between £100,000 and £400,000 for up to four years)

The Fund will support organisations to provide direct services and support to young people, and/or work that seeks to influence relevant policy or practice. Deadlines: The ‘explore and test’ grants are open to applications now and they are accepted on a rolling basis.

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Further information: http://www.phf.org.uk/funds/shared-ground-fund/

Paul Hamlyn - Foundation Youth Fund

Purpose: The Paul Hamlyn Foundation wants to fund organisations whose main purpose is about helping those in the most precarious positions, where making the transition to adult independence is most challenging, and those who are most vulnerable. This can include:

Young people in poverty

Those who are unemployed

Facing discrimination, abuse, victimisation or exploitation; etc. Projects can be funded for up to two years with the possibility of renewal in some cases. Whilst the Foundation will fund organisations in and around London, they also have a strong interest in and will prioritise support for those working in areas of social and economic deprivation elsewhere in the UK. Who can apply: Not-for-profit organisations that work with vulnerable young people and that have the potential to widen their impact. Amount available: The Youth Fund will award grants of between £10,000 and £60,000. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.phf.org.uk/funds/youth-fund/#how-to-apply DM Thomas Foundation for Young People Purpose: Registered Charities can apply for grants ranging from a few hundred pounds up to £30,000 per year for up to 2 years that are working in the areas of education or health with one of the Foundation' four chosen focus groups. These are:

Children and young people with disabilities

Children and young people who are sick in hospital

Children and young people who are homeless

Children and young people who are life limited (requiring palliative care). Who can apply: Registered Charities that work with young people have the opportunity to apply for grants through the DM Thomas Foundation for Young People (formerly the Hilton Foundation) Central Grants Programme. Amount available: There is approximately £150,000 available to distribute each quarter. Grant applications for up to £10,000 can be approved by the Committee, and applications for more than £10,000 are recommended to the Trustees for final approval. Grants tend not to exceed £30,000 per annum and grants can be given for up to 2 years. Deadline: 9th February 2016, 10th May 2016, 26th July 2016 and 11th Oct 2016.

Further information: https://dmthomasfoundation.org/

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Business / Social & Community Enterprise

Herefordshire LEADER

Purpose: LEADER is a European grant funding programme which forms part of the Rural Development programme and is managed by Defra. At a local level funding is delivered by a Local Action Group (LAG) and an Accountable Body. Herefordshire LAG has been awarded a contract to deliver grants totaling £1.7m over the next 5 years. .The Herefordshire LAG area covers all of rural Herefordshire but excludes all the wards and parishes within Hereford city. The main objective is to create jobs and economic growth by supporting rural businesses. The programme themes are:

Support for micro and small enterprises, including farm diversification

Support for rural tourism

Support for increasing farm productivity

Support for increasing forestry provision

Provision of rural services

Support for cultural and heritage activities Who can apply: Project applications will be eligible from:

Micro and small businesses*

Qualifying micro and small farming and forestry businesses

Social enterprises

Voluntary organisations

Community groups

Parish councils based in rural Herefordshire

*For the purposes of the LEADER programme a micro business has between 0 and 9 employees, whilst a small business has between 10 and 49 employees.

Amount available: Projects may be eligible for a grant of £2,500 up to a maximum of normally £35,000 to fund specific activities. Higher grants may be awarded to projects demonstrating exceptional output levels. LEADER funding contributes to around 40% of total project costs. Cash match funding will be needed for around 60% of each project. This is a predominantly capital grant programme. Training, skills and running costs are not eligible for funding. Business addresses must be registered in the Herefordshire LEADER Area. Deadline: This is an open programme, so applications can be made at any time. Further information: Each project should read the Herefordshire LEADER Handbook please follow link to our webpage for further details of eligible and ineligible costs: https://www.herefordshire.gov.uk/business-and-employment/business-grants/grants-business/herefordshire-leader-programme-2015-2020 Childcare Investment Readiness Fund

Purpose: The Childcare Investment Readiness Fund is a £500,000 pilot fund, managed by us on behalf of

Department for Education that aims to support early years and childcare social enterprises looking to expand their presence in the early years market. The fund will offer specialised support from an approved

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investment readiness provider with a track record in supporting social ventures to secure investment. Investment Readiness providers will be sourced from Social Investment Business’ existing pool of support providers. Applications for the Childcare Investment Readiness Fund will be assessed by an ‘investment panel’ made up of experts that will collectively decide which bids have the most future investment potential. Who can apply: The Fund will provide grants to early years and childcare social enterprises for the

purchase of specific capacity building support to help facilitate their growth and become more appealing to investors. Applicants must have a proven track record and the potential to expand their services into new locations. Amount available: The Fund will offer grants of between £25,000 and £50,000 to purchase specialised

investment readiness support to cover the costs of putting an investment readiness plan into action. Deadline: We will be accepting expressions of interest from those wishing to apply until July 2015 and will

be looking to make around 15 grants, with funded activities to be carried out over a period of 6 to 9 months and be completed before 31st March 2016. Childcare providers and social enterprises can now register their interest now. Further information: http://www.sibgroup.org.uk/childcare-investment-readiness-fund/ Prince’s Trust Business Programme Purpose: The scheme gives young, unemployed people the support required to start up a new business. Who can apply: Applicants must:

be aged between 18 and 30 years;

be unemployed, or work less than 16 hours per week;

be able to clearly demonstrate that they are unable to raise all the necessary finance from banks, family or other sources;

have a good idea for a business. Amount available: Through this scheme the following support is available:

A low interest loan of up to £4,000 for a sole trader, or up to £5,000 for a partnership (the average loan is between £2,000 and £3,000)

Test marketing grants of up to £250.

A grant of up to £1,500 in special circumstances (subject to local availability).

Ongoing business support and specialist advice such as a free legal helpline.

Ongoing advice from a volunteer business mentor.

Access to a wide range of products and services, offered free of charge or at a discount. Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Further information: http://www.princes-trust.org.uk/need_help/the_business_programme.aspx Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland Social Entrepreneurs Programme - Start Up

Purpose: Start Up will help you get a new or young organisation up and running. The course is packed full of inspirational and practical sessions that lift the lid on the key challenges that you will face starting and leading your social enterprise. The course covers:

Setting up a Social Enterprise

Strategy

People and Money

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Marketing

Leadership

Presentation Skills

Social Impact

Who can apply: Individuals who are currently setting up a community project or social enterprise. Your idea will have a focus on tackling a social issue or improving your community and you will have thought about how it can be sustainable. You do not need to have any business experience or qualifications to apply.

Amount available: Each Start Up participant receives a fully funded place on a 14 day course, a £4,000 grant and a mentor from Lloyds Bank or Bank of Scotland.

Deadline: We have now closed applications for the 2015 programme. We will be recruiting again in early 2016.

Further information: See more at: http://www.the-sse.org/schools/26/lloyds-bank-and-bank-of-scotland-

social-entrepreneurs-programme/275/about-the-programme#start%20up

Lloyds Bank and Bank of Scotland Social Entrepreneurs Programme - Scale Up

Purpose: Scale Up will help you grow an existing social enterprise. The course covers the following areas:

Strategies for growth and sustainability

Partnerships

Staff development

Leading in a changing environment

Trading

Impact and Evaluation

Funding and investment for growth

Who can apply: The Scale Up course is for individuals who are looking to grow an established social enterprise. To be eligible for this programme your organisation must be more than one year old, have at least one employee and have a turnover greater than £25,000.

Amount available: All Scale Up participants receive a fully funded place on a 14 day course, a grant of £15,000 and a mentor from Lloyds Bank.

Deadline: We have now closed applications for the 2015 programme. We will be recruiting again in early 2016.

Further information: See more at: http://www.the-sse.org/schools/26/lloyds-bank-and-bank-of-scotland-

social-entrepreneurs-programme/275/about-the-programme#start%20up

Plunkett Foundation - Funding for Rural Community Enterprises

Purpose: Plunkett has funding and support available for new and diversifying rural community enterprises. If you would like to expand your current service provision by adding a shop, café, library, bakery or bar, or set-up a co-operative from scratch then contact us to find out how we can assist. The grant funding is part of an Esmée Fairbairn Foundation support package which includes 2 days with a community enterprise adviser. Who can apply: Rural Social Enterprises.

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Amount available: The £2,000 feasibility funding is specifically for rural communities aiming to raise at least £10,000 in community shares and looking to provide an enterprise that will socially benefit the community. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time up to the 15th September 2015. Further information: Contact Plunkett to find out more on 01993 810730 or via email: info@plunkett.co.uk The Prince’s Initiative for Mature Enterprise (PRIME) – Business Support Purpose: PRIME was established by HRH The Prince of Wales in response to letters he was receiving from people desperate to work but unable to find anyone to employ them – because of their age. PRIME focuses on enabling people over 50 to create new businesses or enterprises through business advice, support and resources. Who can apply: People over the age of 50 seeking support to set up a new business or enterprise.

Amount available: No grants are available through PRIME, but individuals can apply for direct support,

advice and resources.

Deadline: N/A

Further information: http://www.prime.org.uk/who-we-are/

Power to Change Trust

Purpose: Since the Power to Change was launched in late January, we have been working hard to develop a range of funding and support programmes that will truly make a difference to community businesses at every stage of their development. The Trust:

Provide funding and support which enables the successful development of many more community businesses.

Help to transform places and communities in partnership with local people.

Gather evidence, promote learning and raise awareness of the social and economic improvements which are generated by community businesses.

Encourage others in the public, private and voluntary sectors and in the wider public to support community businesses.

Explore new models and understand the best environments for community businesses to scale and expand in order to increase their overall impact.

The Initial Grants Programme will run between May and December 2015 and is designed to help new and existing community businesses that are in a position to make a step change in their journey towards long-term sustainability within the next six months. Who can apply: Community businesses - A ‘community business’ or ‘community enterprise’ is a place-based organisation that is locally rooted and delivers activities for the benefit of a specific, local geographic community. Amount available: Grants of between £50,000 and £500,000 are available through the Initial Grants Programme. Deadline: The Initial Grants Programme is open until December 2015. Other grant schemes will be opened towards the end of 2015. Further information: http://www.thepowertochange.org.uk/apply-igp/

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Post Office Community Branch Fund

Purpose: This is a £20 million investment scheme designed to help secure the long term future of branches which have become the crucial "last shop" in their area giving community members easy access to services such as high street banking and mail. Grants are available to develop and improve Post Office businesses and examples of projects that can be supported include:

Changing the format of a branch, for example to improve storage space

New Post Office signage

Refurbishment work or investing in growing your business

New flooring, shelving, doors or lighting. Who can apply: Post Office businesses Amount available: Most applications are expected to be below £10,000 (or below £2,000 for Outreach or Satellite Services). If your project will cost more than this (or would do so in aggregate with any applications that you have previously submitted) it will be considered by the Exceptions Review Panel. Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Further information: http://www.postofficecommunityfund.co.uk/ Impetus

Purpose: Impetus is your local Responsible Finance provider. Our aim is to improve the economy and

environment of the area in which we operate – Herefordshire, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Shropshire,

and Telford & Wrekin – for the benefit of all the people who live and work here.

Regional Growth Fund

Loans of up to £150,000 are now available to businesses in the West Midlands and Gloucestershire. To discuss how these funds could help your business grow talk to Martin Linley at Impetus.

Start Up Loans

The Start Up Loans Company is a UK-wide, government backed scheme, which offers a repayable loan to individuals over the age of 18 who have a viable business idea but no access to finance. The scheme funds businesses in every sector. As well as financial backing all loan recipients are given access to a mentor, free training events and exclusive business offers. Impetus is part of a network of official Start Up Loans delivery partners across the UK who administer the scheme. We are here to guide you through the application process, including advice on creating a business plan and cashflow forecast. If you receive a loan we will then support you through your journey, providing you with your business mentor.

Impetus is a delivery partner to the Start Up Loans Company. Loans are available for start up and new businesses (up to 18 months trading). Loans available from £1,000 to £10,000 over 3 years, and come with 1 years free business advice and support. Contact Sarah Powell on 01386 556000 if you would like to discuss how this fund could help.

Amount available: We provide up to £10,000 to support new start-ups as well as young and growing businesses.

Who can apply: West Midland businesses. These loans are for business use only, and strictly for 18’s and over. Credit and finance is subject to status, and terms and conditions apply.

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Further information: Anyone who’d like more can also call 01386 556000 or email their requirements to:

info@impetus-marches.co.uk

The Credit Union Development Fund Purpose: Funding for Credit Unions to aid their infrastructure and partnership working. Amount Available: Grants of up to £3,000 Who can apply: Credit Unions that have an account with the Unity Trust Bank. Further information: https://www.unity.co.uk/social-impact/credit-union-development-fund/ Run Your Local Pub Fund Purpose: The funding will enable community groups to take over the running of their local pub by providing small loans to fund feasibility work, pay lawyers’ fees, or the purchase of materials for refurbishment. Local people can nominate any building they love as ‘an asset of community value’. If this comes up for sale, they then have up to six months to raise the money to buy it. So far, over 800 pubs have been listed. Amount available: £1.5m nationally Who can apply: Community groups Further information: https://www.gov.uk/government/news/run-your-local-with-15-million-pub-loan-fund Creative England Business Loans Purpose: Creative England have launched an interest free loan scheme to help support the growth of digital creative companies. To be eligible applicants must have an annual turnover of at least £200,000, the loan must be matched 50:50 and the company must create and safeguard 1 job for every £7,000 of funding they receive. The first step in the application process is to complete the online eligibility checker and submit an Expression of Interest Who can apply: Digital small and medium sized businesses based in England, outside of Greater London, can apply. Amount available: Interest free loan of between £50,000 and £200,000 are available. The loan must be repaid over a maximum of 3 years. Deadline: Applications are accepted on a rolling basis. More information: http://www.creativeengland.co.uk/business/business-loans

First Step Enterprise Fund

Purpose: Supermarket Asda, together with the Social Investment Business have launched a new loan / grant pilot fund for early stage charities and social enterprises. Who can apply: To be eligible to apply, organisations must be established for charitable, benevolent or philanthropic purposes; based in England and have been operating for longer than 12 months. Applicants must also be able to repay the loan in 4 years at 5% (with a capital holiday in the first year- during which only interest is payable).

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Amount available: The First Steps Enterprise Fund offers a loan-grant package of up to £30,000 (£50,000 in exceptional circumstances) to help charities and social enterprises grow their services and become more sustainable and ultimately access the wider social investment market and more financing options. A total of £300,000 is available. Deadline: Awaiting details of next deadline. Further information: http://www.sibgroup.org.uk/firststeps/

Sports Funding

HALO Sport Foundation Purpose: The next generation of talented local athletes ambitious to compete at national and international level will again have an opportunity to apply for financial and training support with the Halo Sport Foundation this year. The Foundation (run in conjunction with the national GLL Sport Foundation) gives ambitious sportsmen, women and children in the county, crucial support for their future. It offers grants and free training opportunities to local people (of all ages). It is all about investing in local talent; supporting local athletes and inspiring local communities. Who can apply: Aspiring local sports men and women Amount available: Depends on level of sporting participation; maximum grant £1,250 and minimum grant £250. Deadline: Applications open on 20th December 2015 and close on the 20th February 2016. Further information: Application forms and supporting information can be found at www.halosportfoundation.org.uk Peter Harrison Foundation ‘Opportunities through Sports’

Purpose: The Peter Harrison Foundation is offering grant for UK charities to support sports projects or projects providing opportunities for people who are disabled or otherwise disadvantaged to fulfil their potential and to develop other personal and life skills. Grants will often be "one off" grants for capital projects but applications for revenue funding for a new project, or if funding is key to the continuing success or survival of an established project, will also be considered. The Trustees welcome applications for the following types of project:

Projects which provide a focus for skills development and confidence building through the medium of sport

Projects that have a strong training and/or educational theme within a sporting activity

Projects that provide sporting equipment or facilities for disabled or disadvantaged people

Projects with a high degree of community involvement

Projects that help to engage children or young people at risk of crime, truancy or addiction

Who can apply: Applications for this programme are accepted from charities throughout the United Kingdom.

Amount available: There is no set minimum or maximum grant level, each grant request is reviewed on its own merits.

Deadline: There are no specific deadlines. The Foundation's financial year runs from 1st June to 31st May and the Trustees hold regular meetings within that period.

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Further information: http://www.peterharrisonfoundation.org/grant-programme/faqs

Boost Charitable Trust

Purpose: The Boost Charitable Trust was created in 2005 to build on Over-Looked Sporting Talent, to champion the disabled and disadvantaged and to inspire them to overcome their challenges through the power of sport. Who can apply: Not for profit organisations and charities for projects Amount available: The Boost Charitable Trust provides grants of up to £500. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.boostct.org/index.htm Adam Stansfield Foundation Grant

Purpose: The Foundation promotes community participation in healthy recreation for the benefit of children and young people by the provision of grants and facilities for playing football. This can include activities and / or equipment. Who can apply: Not for profit organisations working with children and young people up to the age of 16, residing in Devon, Herefordshire and Somerset. Amount available: Not specified, but grant awards are usually up to a maximum of £3,000. Deadline: Applications can be made at any time and the Trust aim to respond within 60 days. Further information: http://www.adamstansfieldfoundation.com/apply-for-funding/ Sport England – Small Grants

Purpose: The Sport England Small Grants Programme has been set up to support local community sport projects which seek to increase participation, sustain participation or develop opportunities for people to excel at their chosen sport. Who can apply: The grant scheme is open to any bona fide not-for-profit club or association, statutory body or educational establishment. Amount available: Up to £10,000. Deadline: Applications can be made at any time. Further information: http://www.sportengland.org/funding/our-different-funds/small-grants/ Football Foundation - Grow the Game Funding Programme Purpose: Funding is available for projects that increase participation by both players and volunteers within the game. The following types of team are eligible for a grant in 2015:

Male teams from the Under-14 age bracket and above;

Female teams and Disability teams.

The type of activities that can be funded include (but are not limited to) facility hire; hire of FA qualified coaches; referees fees; CRB checks; affiliation fees and promotion and publicity.

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Who can apply: Not for profit organisations planning to set up two new football teams over the next two years. Amount available: Up to £1,500 per new team created over two or three years with financial support being reduced in the second or third year of the project. Deadline: Next round dates to be confirmed. Further information: http://www.footballfoundation.org.uk/funding-schemes/grow-the-game/

Sport England - Protecting Playing Fields Programme Purpose: PPF supports projects that help communities maximise the sporting benefits of playing field land. In the previous funding rounds, grants of were available to provide new playing fields, bring into use disused playing fields or improve existing playing fields in order to establish and/or host a community club-schools link. Who can apply: Voluntary or community organisations, local authorities, sports clubs, playing field associations, charities and schools. All local authority and school based projects will require a Community Use Agreement with Sport England. Amount available: Grants between £10,000 and £65,000 Deadline: Round 9 will open in Spring 2016. Further information: http://www.sportengland.org/funding/our-different-funds/protecting-playing-fields/

The Dan Maskell Tennis Trust Purpose: This Trust grant aids individuals, disability groups and programmes, clubs, schools and associations to help with the purchase of wheelchairs, tennis equipment and grants for coaching. Who can apply: individuals, disability groups and programmes, clubs, schools and associations. Amount available: Up to £1,500 for a group, club or project and £500 for an individual Deadline: There are usually 3 deadlines a year; April, August and November. Further Information: http://www.danmaskelltennistrust.org.uk/How_to_apply_for_a_grant.html Sport England - Inspired Facilities Fund Updated February 2016 Purpose: The scheme is designed to support voluntary and public sector groups to refurbish and improve existing facilities, or develop an existing building for sports use in the community. Eligible improvements must fall under the following headings: building modernisation, outdoor sports lighting, outdoor sports surfaces and AdiZones, modular buildings and sport equipment. Who can apply: Community organisations, parish and town Councils, local authorities, statutory bodies and educational institutions. Amount available: Grants of between £20,000 and £150,000 (depending on type of organisation applying). Deadline: We are currently developing our new strategy to support grassroots sport for 2016-2021. As such, we have decided to pause the Inspired Facilities fund on Monday 11 January 2016, so that we can make sure any future facilities funding is fully integrated into, and supports, our new strategy and priorities.

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Further Information: https://www.sportengland.org/funding/our-different-funds/inspired-facilities/ Lords Taverners - Non-turf Pitch Funding Purpose: This scheme aims to provide young people, particularly those with special needs, an opportunity to participate in recreational crickets. The grants are for the installation of non-turf pitches, practices ends and nets. Who can apply: ECB affiliated clubs; schools or other organisations directly involved on the development of youth cricket but must be approved by the Cricket Development Manager at the local County Cricket Board. Amount available: Up to £6,000. Deadline: Applications can be submitted at any time. Further information: http://www.lordstaverners.org/charity/support-and-funding/youth-cricket.htm Rowing Foundation Purpose: Grants to promote the participation in rowing of young people (those under 18 or still in full time education) and the disabled of all ages. Who can apply: Organisations and clubs involved in on water elements of the sport of Rowing who are individually affiliated to British Rowing (other than via their governing body) and whose requirements may be too small or who may be otherwise ineligible for an approach to the National Lottery or other similar sources of funds Amount available: Between £500 - £3,000 Deadline: The next deadline is February 7th 2016 for a decision in March 2016. Further deadlines to be confirmed. Further information: http://www.therowingfoundation.org.uk/ The Swimathon Foundation – Added February 2016 Purpose: The Foundation is passionate about encouraging people to get involved with swimming, which it hopes to encourage even further with its Community Grants. Who can apply: To be eligible for a Swimathon grant organisations need to be supported by pools that are participating in Swimathon. Some of examples of groups that Swimathon Foundation Community grants will support, but are not limited to:

Community groups

Swimming clubs

Senior groups

Youth groups

Sports clubs

Disability charities

Scout groups

Healthy living groups; etc. Amount available: The Swimathon Foundation Community Grants Scheme offers funding of between £300 and £2,500 to groups who provide and promote swimming in their local community. Deadline: The closing date for applications is the 4th March 2016.

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Further information: http://www.swimathonfoundation.org/apply/