The Community Foundation awards support grants to support causes in Tyne & Wear and Northumberland, and across North East England, from nearly 300 different funds set up by its donors.
The Foundation aims to make it as straightforward as possible to apply. Please read the information pages on its website carefully before starting an application.
Read more about applying for a grant with the Community Foundation here.
Organisations supporting children and families affected by bed poverty can now apply for grants of up to £5,000 through the new Mr Motivator’s Bed Bank Small Grants Programme. The funding can be used for practical support such as beds, mattresses,
Community organisations in North Tyneside may be interested in the Great British Energy Community Fund, which supports local energy projects at different stages of development. Funding is available for feasibility studies (up to £40,000), project development (up to £100,000) and
The Festive Connections programme is all about helping people aged 65 and over feel connected, included and part of their community during the festive period. Grants of up to £750 are available to organisations running activities between 1 December 2026
The LGBT+ Get Active Fund is open for applications from community-based LGBT+ sports and physical activity organisations and projects across the UK. A total of £400,000 is available through the Fund, a collaboration between the LGBT+ Fund and the London
