Grants for Groups

Community groups, non-registered charites and registered charities are all able to apply to our many funds using just one main application form. We mix-and-match applications to the most appropriate fund behind the scenes, so you don’t need to worry about which fund is right for you.

With the exception of the Banks Community Fund, ESF Community Grants and Surviving Winter, which have their own bespoke application forms, all our funds can be accessed using our standard application form. Please choose one of the options below to be taken to the application form.

To apply for a grant you need to read our general guidelines before filling in an application form.

Dowload our general guidelines

Grants available

Standard Application Form

Click above to apply for a grant for a group.

Banks Community Fund

Click above to find out about, and apply to, the Banks Community Fund.

Comic Relief Local Communities Programme

Click above to find out about, and apply to, the Comic Relief Local Communities Programme.

ESF Community Grants 2011-2013

Click above to find out about, and apply to, ESF Community Grants 2011-2013.

Surviving Winter Appeal for Groups

Available to community and voluntary groups located in County Durham and Darlington that have experience in running winter programmes for elderly and vulnerable people.