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 Jane Granville via: jane.granville@yorkcvs.org.uk if your organisation needs support.
Live grants and funds
Lloyds Bank Foundation Funding – Closing date: Ongoing
Lloyds Bank Foundation work in partnership with charities and communities that understand the needs and aspirations of people and can make a lasting difference to their lives. They provide flexible, unrestricted funding and additional support to develop to help...
The National Lottery Community Fund – Closing date: Ongoing
The National Lottery funds many different projects and ideas that help communities thrive. There is a vast array of who they fund and who is eligible. If you would like more information, visit: Thinking of applying for funding? | The National Lottery Community Fund...
Bruce Wake Charitable Trust – Closing date: Ongoing
The following information is taken from the Bruce Wake Trust website and states the requirements of the grant. The Trust was established to encourage and assist in the provision of leisure activities for the physically disabled. The Trustees will consider grant...
The Clothworkers’ Foundation – Open Grants Programme – Closing date: Ongoing
OPEN GRANTS PROGRAMME The Clothworkers' Foundation award grants to UK registered charities, CICs, and other registered UK not-for-profit organisations (including special schools). Grants are awarded towards capital projects, which they define as: Buildings: purchase,...
The Community First Prime Opportunities Fund – Closing date: Ongoing
The Community First Prime Opportunities Fund from the Two Ridings has been set up by the generosity of a local donor. It is an endowment fund and supports the whole region and causes close to the donor’s heart long into the future. The fund is available to voluntary...
Two Ridings: Small Grants Fund – Closing date: Ongoing
The Two Ridings Small Grants Fund is directed towards aiding small voluntary and community groups, small charities, and other types of not-for-profit organisations with grants ranging from £200 to £2000. These grants are intended for projects that can assist with...
MATCH FUNDING: Save Our Wild Isles Community Fund – Closing date: Ongoing
The Save our Wild Isles Community Fund is live. Aviva, in partnership with WWF and the RSPB, is giving £1 million to support community groups across the UK to protect and restore nature in their local area. What types of projects will the Save our Wild Isles Community...
15 November 2023 National Lottery Awards for All is changing – apply for up to £20k
The National Lottery are here to support communities with the things that are important to them, including helping with the impact of the cost-of-living crisis. You can apply for funding to deliver a new or existing activity or to support your organisation to change...
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 jane.granville@yorkcvs.org.uk 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 comms@yorkcvs.org.uk. 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.
Vibrant and Sustainable High Streets Fund – Phase Two: Closing date 31 July 2025
The purpose of Vibrant and Sustainable High Streets Fund Phase Two is to rejuvenate and reanimate high streets across York and North Yorkshire. The fund is delivered by York and North Yorkshire Combined Authority. Key objectives include boosting the resilience of town...
York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub: Digital Adoption Grant: Closing date – 14 July 2025
The Digital Adoption Grant, offered by the York & North Yorkshire Growth Hub, is now open. From 16 June to 14 July 2025, eligible organisations can apply for match-funded support to improve their digital capabilities. Grants range from £1,000 to £3,000, with...
Network Rail Community Tree Planting Fund: Closing date 31 July 2025
The Tree Council and Network Rail are once again working in partnership to support a new season of community tree planting. Together, over the past four years, we have already planted 350,000 trees in over 100 communities across the UK. Funding available Grants of...
Stanley Smith (UK) Horticultural Trust: Closing date 15 August 2025
The purpose of the Stanley Smith (UK) Horticultural Trust is to support horticulture for public benefit, mostly in the UK, through the provision of grants. Grants are typically given for projects such as garden creation, development and restoration, plant study trips,...
Quick links
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National funding databases:
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Get in contact with Jane Granville (jane.granville@yorkcvs.org.uk) 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.
National Lottery Community Fund shares strategic commitment to a sustainable future
The National Lottery Community Fund has posted a news blog focusing on their strategic commitment to a sustainable future and shining a spotlight on their Climate Action Fund. After launching their...
£10m Suicide Preventions Grant Fund due to be launched for the VCSE Sector
Suicide Prevention Grant Fund for VCSE organisations The government is due to launch a £10m Suicide Prevention Grant Fund for Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise (VCSE) organisations in...
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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