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.
Supports the sustainability and growth of Ofcom-licensed community radio stations across the UK. For 2026/27, £904,644 is available. Two funding streams are offered: an Equipment Stream providing grants of up to £2,000 for studio, transmission and accessibility equipment (including items
Supporting small, local initiatives that strengthen neighbourhoods in England and Scotland (must be in an area Miller Homes operates), this fund offers £250–£2,000 for community projects linked to education, wellbeing, environmental improvement or participation in sport. Applications are reviewed twice
The Easyfundraising Impact Fund is offering 15 grants of £1,000 to UK not-for-profit organisations to help them continue, strengthen or enhance the work they already do in their communities. The funding is unrestricted and can be used where it is
UK-registered charities can apply for grants of £5,000 to £15,000 from the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists (WCIT) Charity for projects that use technology to improve digital inclusion, accessibility and participation. Funding is available for projects supporting one or more
