Closing date: 3 July 2026

Cardfactory Foundation’s ‘The Community Fund’ supports organisations working in our three priority areas, providing vital support to people and communities at the moments that matter. These areas are:

  • Families experiencing financial hardship: Supporting families who are struggling to meet everyday costs such as food, housing, clothing and essential household needs.
  • People facing sudden hardship or crisis: Helping individuals and families who need urgent support due to unexpected life events such as bereavement, illness, job loss or other crisis situations.
  • Vulnerable children and young peoples: Supporting charities that provide safe spaces, practical support and opportunities that help children and young people thrive, particularly those facing disadvantage or instability.

What size grants are available?

  • Fund opens: Monday June 22 2026.
  • Application deadline: The application window will be open for 2 weeks (Monday 22 June – Friday 3 July).
  • Funding decisions announced: September 2026.
  • Grants paid: Approximately 6 weeks after decisions are announced.
  • Online application form: A link to the application form will be made live from Monday 22 June 2026.