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 and equal society.

By working closely with communities, the fund aims to turn research into practical action that improves lives across our region.

Find out more about the fund, its priorities and how to get involved by clicking below.

What size grants are available?

Across the five-year programme, annual calls for funding will be available at three levels to support different types of work, from small-scale community projects to major regional initiatives:

  • Up to £3,000 for small-scale community-based work.
  • Up to £30,000 for mid-size collaborative research.
  • Up to £150,000 for major, long-term regional projects.

Full call guidance and application details will be published at the end of February 2026 when the call opens.