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 Hodge Foundation provides one‑off grants to UK‑registered or exempt charities that support people who may be experiencing disadvantage or barriers to wellbeing. This includes organisations working with older people, people experiencing homelessness, disabled people, people who need additional support
The Grocers’ Charity provides one‑off grants to UK‑registered charities working to improve the lives of people and communities facing disadvantage. Grants are typically up to £5,000, awarded at the discretion of the trustees. What the Charity Funds The Grocers’ Charity
Sported is working in partnership with The Football Association (England Football) to support community organisations delivering informal women’s football sessions (18+) through the national Just Play programme. We’re offering: £500 grant funding Access to kit and equipment vouchers Free online
The Veterans’ Foundation has launched a new Major Grants Programme for 2026, designed to fund collaborative, innovative projects that support the UK armed forces community. The fund is aimed at partnerships working to improve outcomes for serving personnel, veterans, operationally
