Eligibility Criteria: 

Applicants must: 

• Be a Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisation  

• Deliver support to people living within the City of York Council area   

• Be ready to apply, with appropriate governance, policies and procedures in place 

• Supporting Adults aged 18+ 

• Have a bank account in the organisation’s name

• Applicants may apply for one funding option only (up to £500 or up to £1,000) 

 Further details can be found in the guidance document. 

Fund aims 

We are seeking projects that support neurodivergent people in York to feel included, supported, and able to participate fully in community life. 

We want to fund creative, community-led projects that: 

• Deliver accessible activities that support the wellbeing of neurodivergent people in York 

• Make York more inclusive and welcoming for neurodivergent people and communities 

• Bring new ideas to life, test creative approaches, and support learning 

Download the guidance document 

York’s Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) Sector, including: charities, community groups, clubs and other not-for-profits organisations are invited to apply.  

We welcome applications from neurodivergent-led organisations and groups, as well as partners working with neurodivergent communities. 

“We’ve got a great project idea but have never applied for funding before…” 

We’re always keen to help people get started! If you’ve got a great project idea but have never applied for funding before, get in touch with us as soon as possible so we can support you through the process. 

Please see the application and guidance document for further details. 

Grants of up to £500 and up to £1,000 are available to local voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations. 

Level 1 – Up to £500      Level 2 – Up to £1,000  

Total funding available – £5,000 

• You may apply for one grant only, choosing the level that best fits your idea * 

• Funding must be used by March 2027 

• Funding can cover equipment or staff costs; choose whatever you need most to make your project happen. Full details can be found in the guidance document.  

* Further details in guidance   

We want this process to be simple and accessible. 

*You can share your ideas in a way that works for you – written, video, or audio. Some sections will need to be completed in writing, but others can be submitted in an alternative format. 

Please get in touch if you’d like to discuss your application, find out how to submit, or need any help. You can also find more information on the guidance document.  

Are you ready to apply? 

• Read the guidance document  

• Complete the eligibility checklist section of the application form as soon as possible, to give you time to seek help if you need it 

• If you need support in apply or the application in a different format, please get in contact  

• Complete the application form in full  

• Talk to us! Ask us questions – please get in touch if you have any questions about the fund or your application 

• If you have a great idea but are new to funding, we’re here to help you get started 

*Further details in guidance document