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 Riverhorse Trust funds charities that provide direct support to people in their communities. This includes a range of projects that can address immediate needs, such as relief efforts, as well as initiatives aimed at long-term change, such as advocacy
Warm, welcoming spaces will once again open their doors across North Tyneside this winter, with applications now open for community organisations and schools wanting to take part in the 2026/27 Warm Welcome programme. The initiative helps residents stay warm, connected
Unity Trust Bank Unity Impact Grants programme, the bank provides direct funding to eligible customers for community, social and environmental projects. In 2026 the funding pot doubled to £100,000, comprising 12 Unity Social Impact Grants of £5,000 and 4 Unity
A new £5,000 fund is offering grants to individuals, families, community groups, charities, disability organisations and sports clubs across the UK for initiatives that increase independence, inclusion and opportunity for wheelchair users and disabled people. Funding can support sports equipment,
