Announcement: VODA's telephone number is changing on 17 November 2025. From this date, please call 0191 323 2040
Grants are available to support organisations making a positive difference in local communities. Applications should deliver on at least one of the following three objectives:
Applications from small charities with an income of less than £1m will be prioritised, but all are welcome to apply. Grants can be used for capital spend or direct project delivery.
The Rewilding Innovation Fund supports projects that can accelerate rewilding across Britain. Open to initiatives at any stage—from early planning to trialling new approaches—the fund offers up to £15,000 to help projects overcome barriers, explore new ideas and unlock future
The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) has opened applications to its Climate Action Fund – Food Systems programme. The fund supports long-term, partnership-led projects that aim to change how food systems work across the UK. Grants of £2.5 million to
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) is inviting applications from civil society sector organisations in England to deliver the Government’s Local Covenant Partnerships Fund, a new three-year programme worth £11.59 million. DCMS is seeking an experienced organisation, or
Community organisations across England are invited to apply for funding through the Windrush Day Grant Scheme 2026, a national programme supporting projects that commemorate, celebrate and educate about the Windrush generation and their descendants. Funded by the Ministry of Housing,
