We have a range of grants for voluntary and community groups, registered charities, community interest companies, and organisations with charitable aims.
Our available funds are listed below.
Before you apply, please read the General Grant Criteria and the specific criteria for each fund.
Banks Renewables is committed to generating power from renewable technologies such as onshore wind farms and solar farms.
Learn more and applyUp to £2,000
The Belmont Fund has been established to provide financial assistance to community groups, voluntary organisations, and the local community in the area of Belmont.
Learn more and applyUp to £5,000 for groups in County Durham & Darlington
Established charities, voluntary-led organisations and projects that have an incredible impact in their community, enabling them to continue their work and make vital improvements to their service.
Learn more and applyUp to £2,000
To support organisations seeking to develop and deliver high quality cultural experiences, which increase participation in the arts.
Learn more and applyUp to £2,000
The aim of the Community Sport & Physical Activity Small Grant Scheme is to support growth and strengthen the sustainability of community sports clubs and grassroots organisations who are providing opportunities for their communities to engage in physical activity on a regular basis.
Learn more and applyUp to £6,000
Darlington Building Society is committed to sharing 5% of its profits to a range of different good causes through their 5% Pledge Fund. Applications are welcomed from charitable organisations operating across Darlington, Teesside, County Durham, Sunderland and parts of North Yorkshire.
Learn more and applyUp to £2,500
The aim is to support the growth of children and young people engaging with cricket in the North East so strengthening and sustaining clubs and the sport.
Learn more and applyUp to £10,000
Funding available to support households with the essential costs of food, energy and other items. Please note this fund covers the Durham County Council area only.
Learn more and applyUp to £5,000
The NHS Waiting Well Fund aims to address the financial and cost-of-living issues experienced by patients who are on the Waiting Well programme and who are awaiting planned surgery.
Learn more and applyUp to £5,000
Funding of up to 5,000 is available to help organisations sustain their current work, increase their capacity and improve their future sustainability.
Learn more and applyUp to £2,000 for groups in County Durham
Funding is available to continue existing work or run new activities that increase access to essential items. This could include food projects, access to benefit advice, support with energy consumption and bills, or other similar projects.
Learn more and applyUp to £10,000 for groups in County Durham
Funding is available to continue existing work or run new activities that address the impacts of poverty. This could include advice and guidance projects, increasing access to essential IT, projects that reduce isolation or other similar projects.
Learn more and applyUp to £5,000
The Fund awards grants to support community and voluntary groups and individuals, particularly those within the Three Towns Partnership geographical area of Crook, Willington and Tow Law, involved in sport and cultural activities.
Learn more and applyUp to £3,000
Funding available for community groups who will be open this winter for people to access a welcoming and warm space. This fund covers Durham County Council area only.
Learn more and applyUp to £10,000
Wind Farm Community Benefit funds support local community groups, voluntary organisations and environmental projects within the boundaries of wind farms sited across County Durham. Please check to see if you are in an eligible area.
Learn more and applyUp to £5,000
To provide funding for capital items, improvements to community buildings, biodiversity and habitat conservation projects, energy conservation and revenue for community based or led projects.
Learn more and apply
County Durham Community Foundation