COVID-19 Volunteer Case Studies

We are urgently looking for new volunteers to support the Good Neighbours Project across North Tyneside. Every day, Good Neighbours volunteers step in to help residents with tasks that have become difficult due to age, disability or changing circumstances. By giving a small amount of time, volunteers help people remain safe, independent and confident in […]

Recruiting charity trustees has long been a challenge, but recent research suggests the scale of the problem may be even greater than many in the sector realised. A new survey, highlighted by Civil Society in its article Most people would not consider being a charity trustee, research finds, shows that the majority of people would […]

The Triangle Trust 1949 Fund has opened its first funding round for 2026, continuing its focus on organisations working with young women and girls who are at risk of involvement in the criminal justice system. This round is open to projects supporting young women and girls aged 11–18. A later funding round, opening in September […]

The Henry Smith Foundation has launched Proud Homes, a new fund supporting homelessness services to become safer and more inclusive for LGBT+ young people. Around one in four young people experiencing homelessness identifies as LGBT+, yet many first access generalist services where they may not feel safe, heard or represented. Through Proud Homes, the Henry […]

The BFBS Big Salute is now accepting grant applications from armed forces charities. Registered charities with an annual income below £1 million can apply for grants of up to £10,000 to deliver projects that benefit the military community in the UK and overseas. The fund supports initiatives that improve wellbeing, connection and morale for serving […]

LandAid has launched the Young Futures Fund, distributing £1.178 million raised through the 2025 StreetSmart campaign to projects supporting young people at risk of homelessness. The fund offers one‑year grants of £5,000 to £40,000 to not‑for‑profit organisations working with 16–25‑year‑olds. It supports projects that improve access to safe, secure and affordable housing, alongside practical support […]

The King Charles III Charitable Fund is currently inviting applications to its Small Grants Programme, offering grants of up to £3,000 per year for up to three years to UK‑registered nonprofit organisations. Around 100 grants are awarded annually, making the programme highly competitive. This funding round is open to organisations working within the Fund’s Environment […]

Volunteers’ Week (1–7 June 2026) is a great time to celebrate volunteering, thank your supporters, and encourage new people to get involved. It is also a useful opportunity to raise your profile and share the impact of your volunteers.   How to get involved Download Volunteers’ Week resources Visit the Volunteers’ Week Resources page for free Canva templates, suggested […]

The Belong North East Fund has opened for applications, offering grants of up to £10,000 to charities and community organisations working to reduce isolation, tackle disadvantage and strengthen feelings of belonging across the North East. Led by Point North and Community Foundation North East, and supported by The Mercers’ Charitable Foundation, the fund provides £300,000 […]

The NIHR Research Support Service (RSS) Specialist Centre for Public Health (SCPH) is inviting applications for the Public Health Grassroots Awards. The awards offer up to £5,000 to support individuals working in public health and the wider determinants of health outside the NHS. They aim to grow research skills, confidence and networks at grassroots level. […]

The Charity Commission has updated two key pieces of guidance for trustees: CC20, which covers fundraising responsibilities, and CC40, which relates to fundraising for emergencies. The updates come at a time when many charities are facing increased demand for services while needing to work harder to secure donations, making clarity around trustee duties particularly important. […]

North Tyneside Safeguarding Adults Board (NTSAB) has completed a review of a number of key safeguarding policies, procedures and briefings to ensure guidance remains current, clear and effective. These updates reflect learning from practice, audit activity and national developments, and are intended to support professionals working with adults with care and support needs. All previous […]

Explore the variety of volunteering opportunities in North Tyneside. Whether you want to enhance your skills, make a community impact, or connect with like-minded individuals, there is something for everyone. 

You can search for all available volunteering opportunities on our online database, or take a look at our round-up below.

The Caremark Community Care Fund offers UK groups the chance to win £3,000 for a local project. The fund aims to support ideas that bring people together and create a clear, lasting benefit for the community. Projects can include equipment for inclusive sports or activity groups, improvements to a village hall or community centre, supplies […]

Cycling UK is offering voluntary groups and not-for-profit organisations across England grants to deliver cycling projects aimed at adults who are either not currently cycling or cycling less frequently. Through the Big Bike Revival Programme, grants of up to £3,500 are available for groups to deliver events that use the ‘fix-learn-ride’ model to achieve the […]

Help the Homeless is a small grant-making organisation with limited funding available to charities across the UK. It supports people experiencing homelessness in reintegrating into the community and rebuilding their lives. Applicant organisations must be registered with the Charity Commission in England and Wales or Northern Ireland, or with the Office of the Scottish Charity […]

The 2026 Partnership Grants Scheme is now open for Expressions of Interest for large‑scale projects seeking £250,000 to £1,000,000. Charities working within either the Built Environment or Natural Environment themes can apply at this stage. Built Environment projects should focus on restoring, modernising or improving facilities such as cultural, heritage or visitor centres. Applicants need […]

Not-for-profit organisations across the UK can apply for £1,000 grants to support projects increasing access to football, cricket and tennis for women and girls, particularly in disadvantaged or remote communities. Eligible applicants include charities, community and youth groups, and sports clubs, primarily operating in Indices of Multiple Deprivation areas 1–3, though some exceptions apply. Funding […]

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 with learning or development, and people living with mental health challenges. The Foundation also supports […]

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 supports UK‑registered charities working in the following areas: Relief of hardship: Training, improved facilities, parenting […]