See the relevant funding opportunities available to North Tyneside voluntary and community organisations.
Young Women in Mind 2026–2028
Young Women in Mind 2026-2028 is a collaborative funding programme set up by the Pilgrim Trust, the Prudence Trust and the Julia Rausing Trust to support charities to strengthen and scale effective, age-appropriate, and gender-informed mental health support for girls and young women aged 14–25 in the UK. Together, they will invest £5 million over three years. Grants ranging from £200,000 to £500,000 will be awarded over three years. Funding can cover project delivery, staffing, advocacy, and evaluation. The programme is open to established UK charities working in Northern Ireland, Scotland, and parts of England, including the North East, North West, Yorkshire and Humber, and the Midlands, as well as organisations working nationally. Stage 1 deadline: 22 June 2026 Stage 2 deadline: 24 August 2026 Funding decisions announced: End of November 2026 This fund is only open to UK-registered charities that already deliver therapeutic mental health services and meet all
Racial Diversity UK Fund
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 racial diversity, discrimination and inclusion. It focuses on research that strengthens evidence, informs public debate and contributes to building a fairer and more inclusive society. This programme forms part of a wider commitment to invest £8 million in research between 2025 and 2029. Funding available Grants range from £15,000 to £500,000 and typically support projects lasting between six months and three years. Funding can support a range of research activity, including applied and participatory approaches, and partnerships between organisations and communities. Priority theme The theme for the current round is intergenerational changes, continuities and challenges in a racially diverse UK. This includes exploring how experiences, identities and opportunities are shaped
Places of Worship Renewal Fund
The Places of Worship Renewal Fund supports essential repairs and improvements to listed places of worship across England. Delivered by Historic England, the fund forms part of the Government’s wider Arts Everywhere investment in arts and culture. The fund focuses on helping buildings remain safe, open and in active use, with priority given to areas experiencing higher levels of deprivation. Funding available A total of £92 million is available over four years, with £23 million distributed annually. Grants are offered at three levels: Small grants: £10,000 to £50,000 Medium grants: £50,001 to £350,000 Large grants: £350,001 to £1 million Funding supports capital works that help sustain buildings and widen community use. What the fund supports Funding can be used for: Urgent repairs such as roofs, masonry, timber and drainage Essential improvements including heating, electrics, toilets and step-free access Professional fees and surveys linked to eligible works Additional works that support
The Heritage Revival Fund
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 a wider national investment in arts and culture. It aims to bring disused and underused heritage assets back into meaningful use, supporting community ownership and long-term sustainability. Projects that contribute to town centre regeneration and deliver clear social and economic benefits are prioritised, particularly in areas of higher deprivation. Funding available A total of £45 million is available, with funding offered through three grant types: Project Viability Grants Up to £20,000 for early-stage work for up to one year. Match funding is preferred but not essential. Project Development Grants Up to £100,000 for development work for up to one year. A minimum of 10% match funding is required. Capital Works
Cellnex UK Grants
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 Community Fund will support projects that fall within one or more of the following themes: Digital Inclusion and Skills – Helping people to get online, build digital skills, or use technology with confidence. Circular Economy – Reducing waste, encouraging repair and reuse, or supporting sustainable use of materials. Biodiversity and Conservation – Improving local nature, protecting wildlife habitats, or supporting community environmental action. AI and Education – Building awareness of artificial intelligence, responsible use of technology, and STEM learning. Organisations must have a governing body of at least three unrelated individuals and a UK bank account with two unrelated signatories to apply. Groups must provide a copy of their safeguarding
ChurchCare Works
ChurchCare works with a range of grant-giving organisations to support the conservation of Anglican parish churches across England. The funding helps ensure that repair and conservation projects are carried out to a high standard, protecting important historic and cultural assets for future generations. A range of grants are available covering different aspects of church heritage, from buildings and monuments to interiors and historic objects. Available grants Funding is currently available for: Books and manuscripts Grants of up to £10,000 for conserving historic or significant books and manuscripts, including preventative measures such as conservation-grade storage. Church plate Delivered in partnership with the Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths. No set grant value. Applications are encouraged as there were no submissions in the last round. Churchyard structures Grants of up to £10,000 for conserving tombs, monuments, grave markers, walls, railings and gates. Metalwork Grants of up to £10,000 for items such as screens, plaques