City of York Council’s Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) Community Grant Programme supports local VCSE organisations working to help low-income households experiencing financial difficulties and build longer-term financial resilience across York.
The fund aims to prevent financial crises, support vulnerable households and improve access to financial advice and practical support.
Funding can support activities including:
- Debt, housing, energy and money advice
- Benefits checks and help accessing financial support
- Budgeting, financial education and future planning
- Employment and training advice
- Helping people manage or reduce debt and build savings
- Improving access to community-based support services
The programme particularly welcomes projects that address the underlying causes of financial hardship, work collaboratively with other services and provide longer-term, sustainable support.
Who can apply?
Applications are open to VCSE organisations operating in York, including:
- Registered charities
- Community organisations
- Community Interest Companies (CICs)
- Social enterprises
- Other constituted not-for-profit organisations
Applicants must be based in or delivering services in York, have an appropriate governing document, an organisational bank account with at least two unrelated signatories, and at least three unrelated trustees, directors or management committee members.
Existing CRF grant recipients can apply for continuation funding from April 2027, subject to satisfactory outcomes and reporting.
What size grants are available?
Grants of up to £50,000 over 12 months are available.
The overall funding allocation is:
- 2026/27: £150,000
- 2027/28: £200,000
Grants can cover up to 100% of eligible activity costs, including relevant delivery overheads.
How to apply
Applications close at 9am on Monday 7 December 2026.
Applicants should read the full guidance and complete the application form available on the City of York Council website.
Completed applications and supporting documents should be submitted to [email protected].
For enquiries about the application process, contact:
- Susan Wood: [email protected]
- Mora Scaife: [email protected]
What size grants are available?
Grants of up to £50,000 over 12 months are available.
The overall funding allocation is:
- 2026/27: £150,000
- 2027/28: £200,000