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
VCSE Funding: The Stanley Smith (UK) Horticultural Trust
Closing date: 15 February and 15 August annually The Stanley Smith (UK) Horticultural Trust was established in 1970 by Barbara de Brye, Stanley Smith’s daughter, in recognition of his passion for plants and gardening. Its purpose is to support horticultural projects...
VCSE FUNDING: Cardfactory Foundation – The Community Fund
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...
VCSE FUNDING: Small Change Big Difference Fund
Closing dates: 30 June, 30 September and 31 December annually Through the Small Change Big Difference® Fund, trustees consider nominations to charities providing urgent support or relief to those experiencing financial hardship, to enable them to address immediate...
Social Investment Business: Energy Resilience Fund – Closing date: Ongoing
What is the Energy Resilience Fund? The Energy Resilience Fund (ERF) provides a blended funding package of loan (60%) and grant (40%) to bolster the energy resilience of eligible charities and social enterprises in England. The Fund is delivered by a partnership...
Tesco stronger starts funding for children and young people – Ongoing
Tesco Stronger Starts is a funding programme supporting projects that help children and young people access healthy, nutritious food as part of their everyday lives. Tesco believes that strong communities start with helping children thrive. Through Stronger Starts,...
Explore Friends of Provident Foundation funding strands 2024-2027
Friends of Provident recognise that the way our economy works contributes to many of the challenges facing society. They believe there is another way, one where the economy supports people and the planet rather than taking from them. They provide grant funding for...
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...
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.
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...
Ending Homelessness in Communities: Closing date 31 March 2026
The Ending Homelessness in Communities Fund is a new three-year programme running from 2026 to 2029. It is designed to support voluntary, community and faith sector organisations in England to prevent and reduce rough sleeping. The fund will provide revenue grants of...
University of York: New Horizons Fund – Closing date 10 April
New Horizons: Driving Social Change for People and Places to Prosper fund The New Horizons fund will tackle key challenges facing communities in York and North Yorkshire. It supports work that builds knowledge, strengthens local partnerships and promotes a more just...
McCarthy Stone Foundation Dementia Grants Programme: Closing date 13 March 2026
The McCarthy Stone Foundation has launched a new Dementia Grants Programme for 2025. Grants of up to £7,500 are available for over 20 dementia clubs and memory cafes across England, Scotland and Wales. The funding aims to support small organisations that are helping...
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.
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...
FUND ALERT: Plans for Mayor’s Active Travel Fund approved
Community groups are being encouraged to apply for the Mayor’s Active Travel Fund which opens in the new year. York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority approved the application process for the...
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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