DCC Funding for June 2024
Decarbonisation
https://bipc.librariesunlimited.org.uk/decarbonisation-plans/
Libraries Unlimited are looking to support businesses in the South Hams, West Devon or Teignbridge with fully-funded support to create a carbon reduction plan.
There is also the opportunity to access a grant up to the value of £10,000 in South Hams and West Devon (up to £20,000 in Teignbridge based on specific conditions) in order to implement proposed improvements. The grant is available to those who complete a decarbonisation plan and Libraries Unlimited recommend engaging early with the process as there is a limited pot of funding.
Application – ASAP
Eat it up Fund
If you have a ground-breaking idea to cut down on food waste, you can apply to the Eat It Up Fund, a grant scheme aimed at finding and supporting creative approaches to reducing food waste. Eat It Up is a partnership between Hubbub and Starbucks: for 2024 they are offering six grants of up to £60,000. The aim is to support projects that have either been tested and need funding to support their expansion or are at an earlier stage with a concept ready to trial.
Projects need to do some or all of the following:
- address pre-farmgate waste
- prevent food from being wasted at manufacturing and processing stage
- minimise food waste from retailers
- find ways to use surplus food in creative ways in communities or at home
UK organisations can apply including registered charities and CIOs, social enterprises, Community Interest Companies, schools, universities, colleges, local authorities and small businesses with a clear social purpose.
Expressions of Interest by 14 June 2024
Goodness Grants
https://sthelensfarm.co.uk/goodness-grants/
St Helen’s Farm – the UK’s largest goats’ milk producer – has launched a new initiative called Goodness Grants. Not-for-profit organisations and registered charities can apply for a grant of up to £5,000 to support projects which are doing good in their local community.
Projects could be based around sport, schools, clubs, wellness or to tackle social issues. The grants are specifically for local organisations which improve the health, places or skills for families in their communities.
The total budget is £10,000 and St Helen’s Farm is keen to make as many grants as possible so it is advisable to apply for a small amount.
Application deadline - 30 June 2024
Barchester’s Charitable Foundation
https://www.bhcfoundation.org.uk/apply
Funding is available from Barchester’s Charitable Foundation for projects to support older people and adults with a disability. The focus of the foundation is on helping people to connect with others in their local community and so grants can be made for projects that combat loneliness and enable people to be active and engaged.
Applications are accepted from small community groups and local charities for funding to help with:
- Activity projects
- Equipment and materials for use by members
- Member transport
- Day trips, outings and group holidays in the UK
You can apply for up to £2,500
Priority will be given to innovative projects that help older people and those with a disability to get active, meet people, and reduce isolation.
Grants up to £1,000 are also available to individuals in need of mobility equipment: this is for people over 65 or adults with a disability or mental health problem. All applications for an individual must have a third-party sponsor such as a healthcare professional, social worker, charity, or support group representative
Applications will be accepted at anytime
Arnold Clark Community Fund
https://www.devon.gov.uk/fundingnews/fund/arnold-clark-community-fund-3/
Grants are available for community projects and for organisations supporting people experiencing hardship or you can apply for a free youth sports kit for your team. The funding comes from the Arnold Clark Community Fund which was set up to support community groups and charities that benefit their local community.
There are three separate funds:
Gear Up for Sport – any youth sports team (including school teams) aged between 4-15 and with up to 30 members is eligible to apply for a brand-new sports kit for their team members. The kits will be Arnold Clark branded, and there is a selection of colours to choose from; you can also have your team logo included. This fund is open until 23 September 2024.
Our Communities Support – Grants up to £2,500 are available for animal welfare (benefiting humans), arts and culture, community development, disability, education, recreation, relief support and mental health support – where people/communities in the UK are the primary and immediate focus of investment.
Cost of Living Support – grants up to £2,500 are available to organisations whose work directly supports those most affected by the cost-of-living crisis, such as foodbanks, accommodation or poverty relief.
Applications for Our Communities/ Cost of Living Support can be made by charities, community groups, social enterprises, CICs and CIOs that are located within 50 miles of an Arnold Clark branch. There is a branch in Exeter and so most of Devon is eligible.
Gear Up for Sport: 23 September 2024. Our Communities/ Cost-of-Living Support: 31 December 2024 (unless funding is committed prior to this date)
Healthy Hearts
https://www.devon.gov.uk/fundingnews/fund/healthy-heart-grants-2/
Funding is available from Heart Research UK for new community projects working with adults, that focus on promoting healthy hearts and reducing the risk factors associated with heart diseases. Projects must work solely with adults and have a main focus on one or more of the following: healthy eating, physical activity, smoking and/or alcohol consumption.
Grants of £15,000 are available to small registered charities and Community Interest Companies with an annual income of less than £1million.
Applications open to organisations in Southern England on 12 June with a deadline of 10 July 2024.
1st June 2024