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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.
The Pets Foundation offers grants to UK organisations whose main focus is the rescue and rehoming of pets. Funding helps charities continue their vital work caring for animals in need. Grant amountsGrants start from £250, with larger awards also available.
The KFC Youth Foundation is offering grants to grassroots organisations helping young people thrive in areas of high deprivation. Funding supports work with young people aged 11–25 that creates safe spaces, provides positive activities and builds life skills for a
The Ballinger Charitable Trust provides funding to charitable organisations, community interest companies, and local groups based in North‑East England. Its grants support projects that benefit young people, older people, and communities experiencing disadvantage, helping to improve wellbeing, development, and access
New funding is available for organisations supporting people experiencing mental health challenges. The Charles Robert Bell Fund is offering grants of £1,000–£3,000 to support work that improves mental health and wellbeing, including support for ex-service personnel. Funding can be used
