Comic Relief Re-Launches UK Grants Programme

 Comic Relief has re-launched its UK Grants Programme with new themes.

Charities registered in the UK and other not-for-profit organisations can apply for grants starting from £10,000 a year for three years if their work benefits people in England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland, the Channel Islands or the Isle of Man.

Applications should address one of Comic Relief’s new themes, which are:

• Better futures for vulnerable young people aged 11 to 24 who are experiencing issues such as extreme levels of hardship within their community or family, poor mental health, drug or alcohol use or homelessness. Funding is also available for work with young people not in education, employment or training (NEET).
• Healthier finances by supporting those who are experiencing severe financial hardship by building financial literacy and capability within poorer areas and for people in low income jobs. Funding will support the development of affordable credit and financial services.
• Safer lives by supporting people who face violence, abuse and exploitation – especially people who are 11 years old or older.
• Stronger communities - small grants to locally-based groups or organisations in areas of disadvantage that have a clear understanding of the needs of their community and are working to address them.  These grants are managed by local community foundations.For the Berkshire Community Foundation website please click here.
• Fairer society by empowering and giving voice to marginalised groups of people, so that they can challenge injustice and bring about positive changes for those who face discrimination and stigma.

Although there is no maximum grant, Comic Relief expects that most grants will be between £20,000 and £40,000 a year. Only a small number of larger grants are likely to be made and these will be awarded to work with either regional or national significance, that is delivered by a number of partners or is clearly breaking new ground.

Grants are to be used for revenue costs (including salaries) and small capital items (such as office furniture and computers). Funding cannot be used for building costs, vehicles, land or heavy equipment.

Applications can be made at any time and will be considered every two months.
Full details can be found on the Comic Relief website

Article courtesy of Funding Central