Who’s Funding: Lloyds Bank Foundation, Co-op and more

01 Jul 2024 News

In this fortnightly column, Civil Society looks at funding pots available to the UK charity sector…

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Lloyds Bank Foundation: Deaf and disabled people’s organisations

Grants available: £75,000.
Deadline to apply: 28 August.
Who is the funding for?
This funding pot is for small, local charities and community interest companies which are led by deaf and disabled people. Applicant organisations should be working directly with deaf and disabled people to support them in any barriers they face. 
Organisations can apply for a three-year unrestricted grant of £75,000 (£25,000 given each year). The funding can be used on any costs that further the organisation’s purpose. 
When will you hear back?
By 13 December. 

Find out more here. 

Co-op: Local Community Fund

Grants available: up to £6,000.
Deadline to apply: 7 July.
Who is the funding for?
Co-op is inviting local charities, community groups and voluntary organisations to apply for the £5m funding pot. It is looking to fund projects that support people and the planet in communities. For example, eligible projects will be supporting young people, helping the elderly, improving people’s wellbeing or tackling climate change or conserving nature. 
Every successful cause will receive a minimum of £1,000, but £6,000 is available in every community. The amount of funding the organisation receives will be dependent on the number of Co-op members that choose the cause. 
When will you hear back?
Unspecified. 

Find out more here. 

Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust: Refurbishment Grants Programme

Grants available: up to £75,000. 
Deadline to apply: January 2025. 
Who is the funding for?
Registered charities or social housing providers that work with veterans are being invited to apply for this refurbishment fund. 
When will you hear back?
End of March 2025. 

Find out more here. 

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