Supporting your Voluntary, Community or Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisation to find, access and get ready to apply for funding
Whether you have a new project or idea you need funding, or you are currently delivering a project that you would like to continue, this page is designed to support you to find the right funding for your organisation.
Free one-to-one support
Our Funding and Development Officer, Jane Granville provides free one-to-one support and guidance to York’s VCSE sector to help organisations identify potential funding sources and develop funding bids. Please get in contact with us via: [email protected] if your organisation needs support.
Live grants and funds
National Deaf Children’s Society Community Grants: Closing date – Ongoing
The National Deaf Children’s Society is offering community grants of £1,000 to £10,000 to support projects that bring together families of deaf children. These grants aim to build strong, inclusive communities that offer early support. The early years (0–5) are a...
Energy Saving Trust for Ofgem: Closing date – Ongoing
Energy Saving Trust has been appointed by Ofgem to distribute payments from companies who may have breached rules. Registered charities, community interest companies, co-operative societies and community benefit societies can apply for funds to deliver energy related...
Funding Opportunity – Formal Peer Support for York’s Neurodivergent Community
The York Neurodiversity and Mental Health Group, part of the Mental Health Partnership, is pleased to announce a new grant funding opportunity for local organisations to develop and deliver a formal peer support offer for York’s neurodivergent community. This pilot...
STEW – Funding opportunity for York grassroots groups
York Together is inviting local people with good ideas the chance to pitch at its second community dinner, STEW, taking place on Wednesday 8 October, 6:15–9:00 pm at Bluebird Bakery, Acomb. The event will see three York residents take the mic to share their vision for...
York & North Yorkshire Combined Authority Business Sustainability Programme: Closing date ongoing
York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority is offering support to businesses and farms through its Business Sustainability Programme, funded by the UK Shared Prosperity Fund. The programme offers funding to help implement energy and sustainability improvements...
npower Business Solutions Foundation: Closing date – Ongoing
The new npower Business Solutions Foundation is offering grants of up to £100,000 to support projects that: • Decarbonise and safeguard our world• Support the growth of responsible business• Promote social innovation• Champion local skills or employment Eligible...
Combined Authority announces £1.35 million to help create healthy and accessible spaces
York and North Yorkshire Combined authority have announced £1.35 million to help create healthy and accessible spaces. The 2025-26 Community Building Programme, will be delivered in partnership with North Yorkshire Council, City of York Council and funded through the...
The Grocers’ Charity: Closing date 5 September 2025
The Grocers’ Charity, offers one-off grants to UK‑registered charities across several focus areas. Typically, grants are up to £5,000. Applications are via a two‑stage online process: initial enquiry and full application. Who can applyUK‑registered charities (turnover...
Who can apply for a grant?
Each grant provider will outline a unique set of criteria to be met in order to apply. Our Funding and Development Officer can support your organisation to get ready to apply for funding. Please contact [email protected] for more information.
Where can I find out about available grants?
Here! You are in the right place, this page lists current grants that are open to York’s VCSE sector. Take a look at the quick links section for more resources to find funding.
I'd like to let you know about a grant for VCSE organisations in York
Fantastic, please email [email protected]. We would love to hear about any grants that can be awarded to York’s VCSE sector.
Expired grants and funding
Grants and funds that have now expired.
VCSE Funding – Efficiency North Community Foundation Fund
The Community Foundation Fund supports community-led projects that make a real difference to peoples lives. The fund has a total pot of £250k to give to charities and groups in grants of up to £5,000* to buy equipment and items. *Projects with greater need and larger...
VCSE FUNDING: SPAR Community Cashback Grant
Funding is available for community groups and clubs, with funding available for both new and ongoing projects. The application process is quick and straightforward, simply complete the form and tell them about the exceptional contribution your organisation makes in...
North Yorkshire Sport – Movement Activity and Sport Fund
The Movement, Activity and Sport Investment Programme is a £2.75 million programme, dedicated to reducing inequalities and improving wellbeing through increased participation in movement, activity and sport at all stages of life. Funding is available...
FUNDING – City of York Council Crisis and Resilience Community Grant Programme 2026
The Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) has been made available to local authorities (LAs) in England to support low-income households who encounter a financial shock and to support activity that builds individual and community financial resilience to enable individuals...
Quick links
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Get in contact with Jane Granville ([email protected]) if your organisation needs support to find funding.
Latest news and information
Keep up to date with the latest news and information about grants and funding for the VCSE sector.
Further funding and new services for employment programme
A £10 million programme to help people back into employment has been extended in York and North Yorkshire. The region’s Get Britain Working Economic Inactivity Trailblazer had initially been...
New event format allows local people to decide how funding is spent
A new type of event is making waves in York. Designed to create positive and meaningful change from the ground up, STEW focuses on community building and grassroots giving to make the city a fairer...
Are you ready to apply for funding?
This video was created for the Community Mental Health Transformation Grant but provides a great checklist to review whether or not your organisation is ready to apply for funding.
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