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  • 19th May: Funding Support Day for groups in Derbyshire

    19th May: Funding Support Day for groups in Derbyshire

    Foundation Derbyshire are holding a Funding Support Day on Tuesday 19th May 2026 to offer groups help and advice on future bids. One to one support – face to face Book a 30 minute session with a member of the grants team – Misbah, Vicki, Amanda, and Nikki – to discuss your project, and talk…

  • Dream Big

    Dream Big

    The Dream fund encourages charities to collaborate and apply for their dream project. The Fund awards one £5 million grant to support one bold, transformational project. A partnership of two to four organisations can deliver the project. Partners may include charities, universities, companies, local authorities, or other not-for-profit organisations/ research institutes. The Fund supports charities…

  • Funding for small charities making a positive impact

    Funding for small charities making a positive impact

    The Grocers’ Charity, established in 1968 by the Grocer’s Company, is providing one-off grants, usually up to £5,000, for charities working in the following areas: The fund is aiming to invest in and support small/medium-sized charities that make a positive impact and benefit the public. They support long-term bursaries, provide mentoring, and work experience. The…

  • £6.3 million fund aims to improve men’s mental health

    £6.3 million fund aims to improve men’s mental health

    The Department for Health and Social Care is joining forces with People’s Health Trust and Movember to support community-led men’s mental health projects provide practical support around social and economic pressures, improve mental health, and reduce isolation. Grants awarded from the £6.3 million pot will help deliver projects that support men and boys aged 16…

  • Meet the Funder, Lunch and Learn Session with the National Lottery Community Fund

    Meet the Funder, Lunch and Learn Session with the National Lottery Community Fund

    We are hosting a “Meet the Funder” Lunch and Learn session with the National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF). The online session takes place on Wednesday 17th June 2026 from midday. The informal session lets local groups hear directly from the NLCF including an overview of NLFC programmes, such as Awards for All. Other areas of…

  • Grants for Adult Health and Wellbeing (Arts and Activity) – Deadline 1st May

    Grants for Adult Health and Wellbeing (Arts and Activity) – Deadline 1st May

    The Health Lottery Foundation’s Arts and Activity Funding Round supports projects that help adults aged 25 and over take part in arts and activities. To qualify you must be: Application dates and process The funding round opens on Monday 20th April at 9:30am. It will then close on Friday 1st May at noon. Applicants must…

  • New Community Network Platform Launched to Support South Derbyshire Groups

    New Community Network Platform Launched to Support South Derbyshire Groups

    South Derbyshire CVS has launched a new Community Network platform to support voluntary and community groups across the district. The organisation developed the platform after working with local groups and understanding the challenges of sustaining community organisations. Free membership and available support The Community Network platform is free to join and gives members access to…

  • £300k to Boost Community Groups in Erewash

    £300k to Boost Community Groups in Erewash

    Community groups in Erewash can soon apply for grants to strengthen their funding. Erewash Borough Council recognises the vital work community organisations do for residents. The council has already delivered successful Community Grant Schemes offering up to £3,500. These grants support a wide range of local organisations. The council will continue these schemes and introduce…

  • Win a £1,000 donation from Sports Direct

    Win a £1,000 donation from Sports Direct

    Sports Direct and easyfundraising have come together to give community sports causes an extra funding boost this month. £1,000 to spend on equipment, running costs and more. Sports Direct GRAND Giveaway for April only! This month, ask members, their families and the wider community to shop at Sports Direct via the easyfundraising app or website,…

  • How Sport England’s Movement Fund is Helping Sport and Community Organisations

    How Sport England’s Movement Fund is Helping Sport and Community Organisations

    Sport England’s Movement Fund helps community sports clubs and organisations raise money for facilities, equipment and activities. One local cricket club is raising money through this fund. What is the Movement Fund? Sport England runs the Movement Fund with Crowdfunder. The fund offers £300-£15,000 to projects that boost physical activity. It focuses on people who…

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