Awards for All (National Lottery)
Grants available for: not-for-profit groups
Size of grants given: £300 to £20,000
No deadlines.
Aims of Fund
To support community-led projects that create healthier, happier lives and a flourishing society through social connections and community activities.
Who can apply
Any not-for-profit group.
New groups are encouraged to apply. However you should draw up a constitution and open a bank account before you do.
See their website for more details about who can apply.
How much and what can you apply for
Up to £20,000.
The funding can be for new or existing activities, or to support your organisation to change and adapt to new and future challenges. Funding can support projects over 2 years.
They will support community projects that do one or more of the following:
- build strong relationships in and across communities
- improve the places and spaces that matter to communities
- help more people to reach their potential, by supporting them at the earliest possible stage
- support people, communities and organisations that are facing more demands and challenges because of the cost-of-living crisis.
You can apply for funding for a wide range of different types of cost, including (but not limited to):
- running costs
- equipment
- one-off events
- small capital projects
- staff costs
- training costs
- transport
- utilities
- volunteer expenses.
How to apply
The application form is online and you will need to register to access it. There is a new form since 1st October 2019, so you need to register again, even if you already had an account before that date. Go to: https://account.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/Account/Login
Read the guidance notes to help you.
Deadlines for application
There are no deadlines, but you should apply at least 16 weeks before you want to start activities or spend any of the money.
Contact details
0345 4 10 20 30[email protected]
https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/programmes/national-lottery-awards-for-all-england
Last updated 6/12/24 DA