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.
Smaller charities and voluntary and community organisations working with those most affected by and vulnerable to the increased cost of living can apply for grants of up to £2,500. The summer 2026 round is only for applications seeking support in
The Nuffield Foundation’s Racial Diversity UK Fund supports research that improves understanding of racial inequality and helps shape policy and practice across the UK. The fund offers grants to charities, researchers, academics and other organisations working to explore issues of
The Heritage Revival Fund supports communities across England to rescue and repurpose neglected historic buildings, with a particular focus on town centre locations. Backed by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and Historic England, the fund forms part of
Cellnex UK is offering grants of up to £5,000 for charities, charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs), and other not-for-profit organisations across the UK to deliver community projects that empower people, enhance local environments, and promote digital and technological inclusion. The Cellnex
