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 Fund seeks to support work that improves the lives of people of all faiths and none, with a particular focus on activities that address inequality and disadvantage, advance social justice, promote community cohesion and interfaith relationships, and maintain positive links
The Community Power Fund from The National Lottery Community Fund will open for applications on 25 November 2026, offering substantial, long-term funding for organisations that are helping local people influence decisions and create positive change in their communities. Grants of
UnLtd, a registered charity supporting social entrepreneurship in the UK, is inviting applications for awards to help social entrepreneurs start up or grow ventures and create long-term social impact. Two types of financial support are available: Starting Up Awards –
The Jackie Haq Fund at the Community Foundation focuses on supporting small grassroots community organisations that have collective action at their core. The Fund supports organisations working in Tyne and Wear or Northumberland, helping to address any of the following:
