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Youth Action Team Members Needed Get Involved (YP)
Published on Monday 31st March by Mike Freeman
Youth Action Team Members Needed at Northamptonshire - Youth Volunteer Advisors will work with young people in the 7 districts of Northamptonshire to devel .....
| Location | Northamptonshire |
|---|---|
| Description |
Youth Volunteer Advisors will work with young people in the 7 districts of Northamptonshire to develop, set up, run and maintain 7 Area Youth Action Teams. These must actively involve a minimum of 5 young people aged between 13 and 24.
What do Youth Action Teams do? YATs will work with young people and other members of their local communities to research and design youth-led action projects that meet local people’s needs, meet young people’s needs and meet their passions and interests. YAT members will be “champions” for youth volunteering. They will actively promote youth volunteering to young people who would not usually volunteer. They will give presentations and hold one off volunteering events that encourage young people in their communities to volunteer YATs will actively seek the views and opinions of young people in their communities by asking them about the things that matter to them. Each YAT will elect 4 members aged 13 to 19 to be actively involved in Area Shadow Board groups. These members will be representatives of young people involved with the voluntary youth sector. YATs will also elect one member to be involved in the NVYA Youth Advisory Group. (Please see the role descriptions in the attached pack). Who can join their Area Youth Action Team? Any young person who is involved in the local area through a voluntary youth organisation can be a member of their YAT. YAT members can have training so that they understand their role in the team as well as training in youth leadership and how to “Be Representative” of their voluntary youth organisation and other young volunteers. How will Youth Action Teams tell young people what they are doing? Each YAT will be able to have its own webpage on the website for Northamptonshire Council for Voluntary Youth Services. The website and its pages will be linked to other organisation’s websites and young people’s websites. YATs will use posters and the local media to make sure that young people know where to go to find out information about youth action in their local area. Youth Volunteer Advisors will help YATs to get regular articles in the local newspapers, radio and magazines to make sure they get recognition for the work they are doing. |
| Contact Name | Liz |
| Contact Email | liz_clayson_mv@yahoo.co.uk |
| Contact No. | 01604 722244 |
| Weblink | http://www.nvya.co.uk |
| Related File | YAT description.doc |
Rank Foundation Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Mike Freeman
There is no formal application form. For administrative purposes, it is helpful if the appeal letter ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £1.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £3000.00 |
| Description |
There is no formal application form. For administrative purposes, it is helpful if the appeal letter can be kept to one or two sides of A4 paper, which may be supported by background information. Please do not send videos, tapes or bulky reports; they will not be returned. The following information is required:
• Charity name and registration number. • Brief details about the project and the sum to be raised - please ensure you include a clear aim or list of objectives. • Details of the amount raised so far towards the target and if relevant, briefly mention how you intend to raise the rest. • A copy of the last audited accounts and annual report. The Directors meet quarterly and applicants will be notified when their appeal is to be considered. Please note - due to the overwhelming number of appeals, we can only fund about 25% of current applications. If you are unsure whether your appeal is likely to succeed then please contact us for further advice. Regrettably, due to overwhelming demand, unsolicited appeals are extremely unlikely to attract a grant in connection with salaries, general running costs or major capital projects. We also do not support overseas schemes or appeals on behalf of individuals. We only accept applications from UK registered charities or recognised churches - there are no exceptions to this rule. Using another charity to bid for funds on behalf of a third party is not permitted. In considering unsolicited appeals, the Directors prefer appeals where there are relatively small, attainable targets and they place great importance on clear evidence of local support. The Directors also take into account whether it is likely that any grant they make will be put to immediate use. In all cases, applications should be sent to: Mrs Sheila Gent, We strongly advise that you contact Mrs Gent before submitting an appeal. |
| Weblink | http://www.rankfoundation.com/whatwedo/home.cfm?whatwedoid=4 |
| Contact Name | Mrs Sheila Gent |
| Contact Email | sheila.gent@rankfoundation.com |
| Contact No. | 01926 744550 |
Reaching Communities England Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Mike Freeman
This programme is for community-driven projects which benefit those most in need, including communit ..... (Closing Date: 1st Apr 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 1 April 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £10001.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £500000.00 |
| Description |
This programme is for community-driven projects which benefit those most in need, including communities with shared interests. Projects should complement or fill gaps in local strategies where appropriate. Communities should be involved throughout the life of the project. This is primarily a revenue programme, but we can contribute up to £50,000 towards capital costs.
Who can apply? Voluntary, community, public sector organisations and social enterprises Turnaround time: 10 - 15 days for outline proposals. Three to four months for main applications. Applying to this programme: Please call the BIG advice line on 0845 4 10 20 30. |
| Weblink | http://www.biglotteryfund.org.uk/prog_reaching_communities |
| Contact Email | opteam@biglotteryfund.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 0845 4 10 20 30 |
Community Spaces programme Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Mike Freeman
The Community Spaces programme will help community groups create or improve green and open spaces so ..... (Closing Date: 1st Apr 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 1 April 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £10000.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £450000.00 |
| Description |
The Community Spaces programme will help community groups create or improve green and open spaces so that quality of life in neighbourhoods across England is enhanced. The scheme will empower community groups to improve public spaces in their neighbourhood. It will respond directly to people’s aspirations to have better places on their doorsteps – more interesting places for children to play, safer places for people of all ages to sit, greener spaces where people and nature can grow and flourish.
The Community Spaces programme aims to: - Create better local environments - Increase people’s access to quality local spaces for interaction, play and recreation - Increase the number of people actively involved in developing and running a practical environmental project that is visible in their community - Improve partnerships between communities, support organisations and local authorities. Who can apply? Not for profit community groups. This may include - community groups governed by a written constitution, registered charities and trusts, church based and other faith groups, 'friends of' groups and tenants and residents associations. Grant size Minimum £10,000 Maximum £450,000 Average less than £50,000 Turnaround time: Stage one assessed within 8 weeks. Stage 2 assessed within 10 weeks. Applying to this programme: Visit the Community Spaces website at www.community-spaces.org.uk or call the Changing Spaces Advice Line on 0845 3 671 671 |
| Weblink | www.community-spaces.org.uk |
| Contact Email | info@community-spaces.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 0845 3 671 671 |
Sport England Community Investment Fund Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Mike Freeman
The Community Investment Fund focuses investment into projects and programmes that help create an ac ..... (Closing Date: 1st Apr 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 1 April 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £10001.00 |
| Maximum Amount | FREE |
| Description |
The Community Investment Fund focuses investment into projects and programmes that help create an active nation though sport and active recreation. We look for projects that seek to involve the whole community, particularly hard-to-reach groups, that match regional priorities laid out in our plans for sport; and that recognise the wider benefits of sport and activity in terms of health, education and community.
Who can apply? Most organisations that have a written constitution, memorandum and articles of association, or were established by statute or statutory powers. Turnaround time: 10 working days for an enquiry and eight weeks for a full application. Applying to this programme: There are two application stages for this programme: initial enquiry and full application. |
| Weblink | http://www.sportengland.org/index/get_funding.htm |
| Contact Email | infoem@sportengland.org |
| Contact No. | 0115 982 1887 |
Community Sustainable Energy programme Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Mike Freeman
The Community Sustainable Energy programme will pay for community-based organisations to install mic ..... (Closing Date: 1st Dec 2010)
| Open Date | 29 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 1 December 2010 |
| Minimum Amount | £1000.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £50000.00 |
| Description |
The Community Sustainable Energy programme will pay for community-based organisations to install microgeneration technologies (such as wind turbines and solar panels) and energy saving measures (such as roof and cavity wall insulation). It will also fund development studies that help community organisations find out if a microgeneration and energy efficient project will work.
The Programme aims to achieve the following outcomes: - reduction in CO2 emissions - increased community awareness of climate change and how changes to our behaviour can reduce it - increased skills base of local trades (for example, local builders and building services subcontractors working on renewable energy projects for the first time) - reduction in energy bills - reduction in reliance on imported energy and increased independence from commercial energy suppliers - stronger partnerships within communities with lasting social benefits - growth of local enterprise in new technologies. Who can apply? Eligible not for profit community groups can apply. This includes community groups governed by a written constitution, registered charities and trusts, parish councils, schools and colleges, companies with a charitable purpose and community focus, mutual societies and chuch based and other faith based organisations. Turnaround time: Project development grants 30 working days. Capital grants will be notified within 10 working days of the quarterly selection panel meeting, dates of meetings are available on the Community Sustainable Energy website. Applying to this programme: Visit the Community Sustainable Energy programme website at www.communitysustainable.org.uk |
| Weblink | www.communitysustainable.org.uk |
| Contact Email | info@communitysustainable.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 0845 3 671 671 |
| Related File | CSbreguidance.pdf |
Local Food programme Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Mike Freeman
The Local Food programme distributes grants to a variety of food related projects to help make local ..... (Closing Date: 1st Aug 2012)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 1 August 2012 |
| Minimum Amount | £2000.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £10000.00 |
| Description |
The Local Food programme distributes grants to a variety of food related projects to help make locally grown food accessible and affordable to local communities. Communities will benefit from improved health and wellbeing through exercise and better nutrition; strengthened local economies through the creation of social enterprises; and more sustainability through the better use of resources such as food redistribution and composting. Local Food has five main themes under which a range of projects can be supported. The five themes are:
-Enable communities to manage land sustainably for growing food locally; -Enable communities to build knowledge and understanding and to celebrate the cultural diversity of food; -Stimulate local economic activity and the development of community enterprises concerned with growing, processing and distributing local food; -Create opportunities for learning and the development of skills through voluntary training and job creation; -Promote awareness and understanding of the links between food and healthy lifestyles. Who can apply? Not for profit community groups and organisations. Schools, Universities, Primary Care Trusts and Churchs or other faith based groups. Turnaround time: 15 working days for first stage applications. 6-15 weeks depending on the size of grant for full applications. Applying to this programme: Visit the Local Food programme website at www.localfoodgrants.org or call the Changing Spaces Advice Line on 0845 3 671 671 |
| Weblink | www.localfoodgrants.org |
| Contact Email | localfood@rswt.org |
| Contact No. | 0845 3 671 671 |
Local Food programme Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Mike Freeman
The Local Food programme distributes grants to a variety of food related projects to help make local ..... (Closing Date: 2nd May 2011)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 2 May 2011 |
| Minimum Amount | £10001.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £300000.00 |
| Description |
The Local Food programme distributes grants to a variety of food related projects to help make locally grown food accessible and affordable to local communities. Communities will benefit from improved health and wellbeing through exercise and better nutrition; strengthened local economies through the creation of social enterprises; and more sustainability through the better use of resources such as food redistribution and composting. Local Food has five main themes under which a range of projects can be supported. The five themes are:
-Enable communities to manage land sustainably for growing food locally; -Enable communities to build knowledge and understanding and to celebrate the cultural diversity of food; -Stimulate local economic activity and the development of community enterprises concerned with growing, processing and distributing local food; -Create opportunities for learning and the development of skills through voluntary training and job creation; -Promote awareness and understanding of the links between food and healthy lifestyles. Who can apply? Not for profit community groups and organisations. Schools, Universities, Primary Care Trusts and Churchs or other faith based groups. Turnaround time: 15 working days for first stage applications. 6-15 weeks depending on the size of grant for full applications. Applying to this programme: Visit the Local Food programme website at www.localfoodgrants.org or call the Changing Spaces Advice Line on 0845 3 671 671 |
| Weblink | www.localfoodgrants.org |
| Contact Email | localfood@rswt.org |
| Contact No. | 0845 3 671 671 |
Awards For All Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Mike Freeman
Awards for All England funds projects that enable people to take part in art, sport, heritage and co ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £300.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £10000.00 |
| Description |
Awards for All England funds projects that enable people to take part in art, sport, heritage and community activities, as well as projects that promote education, the environment and health in the local community.
Who can apply? Any not for profit group, parish or town councils, schools, or health bodies. Grant size Minimum £300 Maximum £10,000 Average £5,690 Turnaround time: Eight weeks Applying to this programme: 0845 600 20 40 for an application pack or to discuss your project. |
| Weblink | http://www.awardsforall.org.uk/england/index.html |
| Contact Email | general.enquiries@awardsforall.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 0845 600 20 40 |
| Related File | awardsforall_england_guide.pdf |
Grants for the Arts Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Mike Freeman
Grants for the arts is used to help Arts Council England to achieve their aims. These are:
- he ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £200.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £100000.00 |
| Description |
Grants for the arts is used to help Arts Council England to achieve their aims. These are:
- help more people to take part in the arts - provide creative opportunities for children and young people - help the development of artists, arts organisations and the creative economy - involve the arts and artists in creating vibrant communities - allow artists from this country to work internationally, international artists to work in England, and artists from here and abroad to work with each other - create opportunities to promote and celebrate diversity - improve the performance and productivity of arts organisations and the arts sector Enquiries can provide general information about the programme but applicants are strongly recommended to get advice from the office for the region in which they are based before they apply. Who can apply? Individuals, arts organisations, local authorities and other public organisations, partnerships, collectives, regional and national organisations, organisations whose normal activity is not arts-related, including voluntary and community groups. Grant size Minimum £200 Maximum £100,000 to organisations Average £18,000 to organisations Turnaround time: Six weeks for applications for £5,000 or less. Twelve weeks for applications for over £5,000. Applying to this programme: You can download an application form from the Arts Council website. You can also request a hardcopy of the application form by calling 0845 300 6200. |
| Weblink | http://www.artscouncil.org.uk/funding/gfta2006.php |
| Contact Name | Arts Council England |
| Contact Email | enquiries@artscouncil.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 020 7973 6564 |
| Related File | gfta2008guide.pdf |
Money 4 Youth Funding
Published on Tuesday 29th April by Mike Freeman
Through the Money4Youth scheme the Government has given Northamptonshire County Council £702,000 to ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £1.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £702000.00 |
| Description |
Through the Money4Youth scheme the Government has given Northamptonshire County Council £702,000 to allocate to young people between the ages of 13 and 19 who come up with the best ideas for youth activities in their area.
The money has been divided up amongst the Boroughs and Districts according to their population. Corby - £91,242 Daventry - £94,741 East Northants - £96,828 Kettering - £96,544 Northampton - £133,663 South Northants - £96,303 Wellingborough - £94,885 We want young people to be involved in decision making about things to do and places to go. They can be anything from a music group to a chess club to a girls football club or a DJ event. We want you to think about whether your project gets lots of other people involved, active and taking part. We want you to make sure that young people who don't always get activities or opportunities are catered for and supported so that they can take part in activities. Each Borough/District has a local youth forum run by young people who have a responsibility for your local rights. Simply put your ideas on the simple form and send it to your local Youth Forum. Young people from your local district (or borough) youth forum will then choose the best, most interesting ideas, which can be delivered to you quickly with the help of council staff. Once the ideas have been chosen the council officers will sort out the arrangements to start the project. Everyone who applies will be told about the best projects and be thanked for sending in their ideas whether their idea was chosen or not. |
| Weblink | http://www.northamptonshire.gov.uk/child/Young/youth/YOF.htm |
| Contact Name | Sue Church |
| Contact Email | suchurch@northamptonshire.gov.uk |
| Contact No. | 01604 410236 |
| Related File | Money4YouthUpdatedFormApril2007.doc |
UnLtd Sport Relief Awards Funding
Published on Wednesday 30th April by Mike Freeman
UnLtd Sport Relief Awards provide opportunities for young people to bring communities together, to h ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £250.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £5000.00 |
| Description |
UnLtd Sport Relief Awards provide opportunities for young people to bring communities together, to help them promote understanding and solve conflict through sport and being active.
This UK wide funding programme is for 11-21 year olds, who are prepared to go the extra mile and use their passion for sport to bring respect and understanding to their communities by setting up their own projects. Funding of £250-£5,000 is available for entrepreneurial young people who have great ideas and who want to make a difference. For example, with this money you could engage young people from different backgrounds by organising an indoor cricket mini-world cup. Or perhaps you could help reduce violence in your area by getting young people to channel their energies into football rather than fighting. Or how about organising a skateboarding competition for kids that will reduce tensions in the local area. …all it takes is one great idea. So what are you waiting for? This could be your chance to get your community moving and score some skills on the way! |
| Weblink | http://unltd.org.uk/template.php?ID=110&PageName=sportrelief |
| Contact Email | sportreliefawards@unltd.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 0845 3670 770 |
| Related File | UnLtd_Sport_Relief_flyer_new.pdf |
CAFOD Development Education Fund Funding
Published on Wednesday 30th April by Mike Freeman
The CAFOD Development Education Fund supports the work of projects, groups and organisations across ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £1.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £3000.00 |
| Description |
The CAFOD Development Education Fund supports the work of projects, groups and organisations across England and Wales . The aim of the fund is to provide support for groups and organisations involved in global justice education work in England and Wales in order to further CAFOD’s strategic goals and education priorities.
Small grants of up to £3,000 can be applied for throughout the year. When submitting your application, please ensure that you have provided a sufficiently detailed budget that is clearly enough broken down under different, clear headings. If you do not do this your application will not be considered for funding. Following submission of your application, you will also be assessed on your group or organisation's financial management capacity. You are encouraged to discuss your idea first with our Diocesan CAFOD officer, Frank Sudlow. |
| Contact Name | Frank Sudlow |
| Contact Email | northampton@cafod.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 01604 785254 |
Four Acre Trust Funding
Published on Wednesday 30th April by Mike Freeman
Four Acre Trust supports charities (registered in Great Britain and Northern Ireland) working in the ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £3000.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £75000.00 |
| Description |
Four Acre Trust supports charities (registered in Great Britain and Northern Ireland) working in the following areas –
Mentoring schemes – Mentoring schemes for young people aiming to achieve a significant cshange in lifestyle and aspirations. We cannot fund schemes linked to school or college. Youth work in local communities – Core costs of local youth organisations using volunteers to deliver programmes for young people aimed at improving their future prospects. We cannot fund schemes that are properly the responsibility of the youth service. Respite breaks and holidays for young people – We support charities providing opportunities for young people and their families to experience challenging activities on a holiday or short break. We expect beneficiaries or their families to contribute to the cost. We do not fund overseas trips or visits to holiday camps unless it can be shown the beneficiaries cannot participate in something more challenging. School holiday activity schemes – We will part fund so long as beneficiaries make a contribution to the cost. We cannot support schemes that are simply a child care service during school holidays. Adventure and other training centres – We support charities booking places at adventure training centres. We do not directly fund centres or bursary schemes. Overseas projects - Applications are only accepted from charities that are registered in UK and directly working in developing countries. We cannot fund charities that are just fundraisers and have little operational input Water and sanitation - Schemes providing potable water to local communities; drainage/irrigation/water harvesting schemes. Eye care - Supporting the establishment and delivery of services that restore/improve eyesight. Applying Trustees meet in February, April, June, August, October and December. Applications are usually processed within three months. All applicants are visited by one of our field officers to discuss how we can best become a supporter.We reply to all applications. While first grants will be one-off, we wish to build long-term relationships with recipients and will continue funding beyond one year, providing the physical and financial need continues. A condition of our grant is that a brief but full report is made on the outcome. We will consider failed lottery bids – phone us on 01453 844129 to discuss. Accounts must be published within six months of the year end. |
| Weblink | http://www.fouracretrust.org.uk/index.html |
| Contact Email | info@fouracretrust.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 01453 844129 |
| Related File | Four ACre Trust.doc |
Sutton Trust Funding
Published on Wednesday 30th April by Mike Freeman
The Sutton Trust funds projects that provide educational opportunities for young people from non-pri ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £250.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £50000.00 |
| Description |
The Sutton Trust funds projects that provide educational opportunities for young people from non-privileged backgrounds. We will consider every project on an individual basis, but we are particularly interested in innovative projects and pilot schemes that have the potential to benefit large numbers, and in new research.
The Sutton Trust will fund projects across the UK, in any area where there is need, including rural and inner city areas. The only exception is for specialist schools - we generally only fund these schools in the London area. The Sutton Trust tends to fund projects in a formal education setting, working primarily with organisations such as schools, universities, community groups, charities and research bodies. We do not fund individuals. Our work with the secondary school age group is focused on gifted and talented students. There is no deadline for applications, as the Trustees meet at regular intervals throughout the year. We will respond to you as soon as possible, but please be aware that the application process may take at least a month, and sometimes longer. We are happy to discuss project proposals before applications are sent in. How to apply The Sutton Trust does not have an application form. Instead we ask applicants to provide a two page description of the project, including the following information, where relevant: Background What sort of organisation you are (legal status, date established, size and structure) Your organisation's general aims and objectives Details of any affiliations to other organisations Project An outline of the proposed project Its specific aims and objectives How the project is to be organised and by whom Where the project is to take place What problems you anticipate in setting up and operating the project When it will start and how long it will take Benefits What the anticipated results of the work will be Number and age group of beneficiaries How you will attract and involve the young people you aim to benefit Evaluation How you will know whether the project has succeeded The measurable specific objectives How you will publicise the outcome of the project to other interested parties Finance In addition to the project description, please provide a detailed budget, including the following information: Detailed itemised costs of the project, indicating the funding you are requesting from us When the funds are required Which other funders you have approached and with what success If you will need funding beyond the period of the grant, where it is to come from Attachments Please also include, where relevant: the most recent set of annual accounts your annual report |
| Weblink | http://www.suttontrust.com/funding.asp |
| Contact Name | Tamsyn Smith |
| Contact Email | tamsyn.smith@suttontrust.com |
| Contact No. | 020 8394 7679 |
The Foyle Foundation Funding
Published on Thursday 1st May by Mike Freeman
The Foyle Foundation will support charities registered in the United Kingdom, the dominant purpose o ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £10000.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £50000.00 |
| Description |
The Foyle Foundation will support charities registered in the United Kingdom, the dominant purpose of which is to benefit Learning, the Arts or Health.
Learning - The Foundation’s main priorities for support are: libraries, museums and archives; and special educational needs and learning difficulties. State funded schools and special schools may be supported. State funded secondary and primary schools can apply for projects with direct educational benefit but must demonstrate why their project cannot be funded from statutory or other funding. If the school has a PTA, Friends or fundraising arm that is a charity, then this should be the applicant on behalf of the school. Citizenship, esteem-building, training, skills acquisition to aid employment, independent living, early learning projects or playgroups will not generally be considered. Private schools will not generally be supported. Arts - They seek applications that make a strong artistic case for support in either the performing or visual arts that particularly help you to deliver your artistic vision. Other priorities are: to help make the arts more accessible by developing new audiences, supporting tours, festivals and arts educational projects; and to encourage new work and support young and emerging artists. Building and infrastructure projects to construct new arts facilities, improve or re-equip existing venues will also be considered. Community arts activity will not generally be supported. Health - The Foundation supports applications linked to a known medical condition. They fund projects or core work that makes an active contribution to improved health care. Smaller health charities, including those for rare or distressing conditions will be favoured. Advocacy, respite, counselling or general support services such as information distribution or telephone help lines will not generally be supported. Applications should be for the benefit of people in the United Kingdom. Applications from individuals or organisations without charitable status will be ineligible. The Foundation will consider both revenue and capital projects. Organisations and projects that provide direct benefits and services to the public, rather than special interest groups will be favoured. Applications for grants because funding is difficult to obtain will be of particular interest to the Trustees. Applicants should demonstrate how the project or funding request will be sustainable, if this is an ongoing activity, beyond the end of any Foundation grant. As part of the project appraisal process the level and purpose of the applicant’s reserves will be taken into account. Social and community welfare organisations, whose dominant purpose is not learning, arts or health, will not normally be supported. For example, a housing association/care home providing accommodation would not be eligible but a hospice providing palliative care and medical services would be. A community centre would not be eligible whereas an arts centre would be. 'Guidelines for Applicants' and the 'Application Form' are available electronically in Word format from website below. Applicants should note that The Foundation's primary aim is to support UK charities (international work is not funded) whose core remit covers Learning, the Arts or Health. Please note, most grants awarded range between £10,000 and £50,000. Applications are accepted all year round, they have no deadlines. It may take up to 4 months, occasionally longer, to receive a decision from the Trustees. Please apply at least 6 months before you require the funding. If you have any queries please contact them. |
| Weblink | http://www.foylefoundation.org.uk/index.php?pageID=9 |
| Contact Email | info@foylefoundation.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 020 7430 9119 |
Lloyds TSB Foundation Funding
Published on Thursday 1st May by Mike Freeman
Every year the Lloyds TSB Foundation funds thousands of charities working to tackle disadvantage acr ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
|---|---|
| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £1.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £100000.00 |
| Description |
Every year the Lloyds TSB Foundation funds thousands of charities working to tackle disadvantage across England and Wales. Our focus is on supporting small and medium underfunded charities that can make a significant difference to the lives of disadvantaged people by helping them to play a fuller role in the communities of their choice. Our strong local presence enables us to respond directly and promptly to local needs.
We fund new and existing work linked to our mission We have a special interest in keeping abreast of emerging trends and funding innovative work We fund work that can share learning and best practice We provide one, two and three year funding We make grants appropriate to the size of the charity The Foundation is also one of the few grant makers who fund core costs – day-to-day running expenses such as salaries and other overheads. Without this kind of help many smaller charities – offering vital support in their communities – would struggle to survive. And that’s why we encourage applicants to include running costs in their applications where relevant. We also help fund charities’ growth and organisational development. This includes helping organisations to get up and running as well as strategic grants for infrastructure development to help them move to the next level and beyond We operate the following grant-making programmes: The Community Open programme - Open to all charities whose work falls within our overall mission statement The Community Priority programme - Focused priority funding designed to meet local and national needs The Ex-prisoners Continuation funding programme - A closed (by invitation only) programme to support previously funded charities working to help ex-prisoners reintegrate into the community Matched Giving Scheme - For Lloyds TSB Group employees who are involved in charity fundraising Contact the Grant Manager for Lincolnshire & Nottinghamshire: Tel: 07734 973060 Fax: 0870 411 1224 Email: lincs¬ts@lloydstsbfoundations.org.uk |
| Weblink | http://www.lloydstsbfoundations.org.uk/ |
| Contact Email | enquiries@lloydstsbfoundations.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 07734 973060 |
Irish Youth Foundation Funding
Published on Friday 2nd May by Mike Freeman
Voluntary organisations and small charities that work with young Irish people are being invited to a ..... (Closing Date: 5th Dec 2008)
| Open Date | 1 October 2008 |
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| Close Date | 5 December 2008 |
| Minimum Amount | £1.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £25000.00 |
| Description |
Voluntary organisations and small charities that work with young Irish people are being invited to apply for funding from the Irish Youth Foundation. Grants are available to support projects benefiting young Irish people and children aged 0 - 25 years. The Foundation is particularly concerned with helping those who are disadvantaged and in need.
Funding levels vary and fall into three categories as follows: • Small grants up to £2,500 • Medium grants for over £2,500 and under £12,000 • Large grants for one year or more ranging from £12,000 - £25,000 The deadline for submission of applications has now been announced as 5 December. Full guidance is available now although application forms will not be available until October. |
| Weblink | www.iyf.org.uk |
| Contact Email | info@iyf.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 020 8748 9640 |
Happy Days Children Charity Funding
Published on Friday 2nd May by Mike Freeman
The charity supports children and young people, aged from three to 17, from many different backgroun ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
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| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £1.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £1000.00 |
| Description |
The charity supports children and young people, aged from three to 17, from many different backgrounds and cultures. The charity offers help to those with learning difficulties, physical or mental disabilities and with acute, chronic or life-limiting illnesses. The charity also helps young people who have been abused or neglected, witnessed domestic violence, been bereaved, or act as carers for a parent or a sibling.
The aim of the charity is to help as many people as possible by providing funding for the following activities: • Holidays for young people and their families. • Days out for groups to venues throughout the UK, including the seaside, zoos, theme parks, safari parks and fun fairs. • Trips to the theatre or shows and theatre workshops. Applications can be made at any time. |
| Weblink | www.happydayscharity.org |
| Contact Email | happydayscharity@yahoo.co.uk |
| Contact No. | 01582 755999 |
The Hilden Charitable Fund Funding
Published on Friday 2nd May by Mike Freeman
The Hilden Charitable Fund award grants to projects both in the UK and in developing countries. The ..... (Closing Date: 31st Mar 2009)
| Open Date | 1 April 2008 |
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| Close Date | 31 March 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £1.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £5000.00 |
| Description |
The Hilden Charitable Fund award grants to projects both in the UK and in developing countries. The aim of the fund is to address disadvantages, notably by supporting causes which are less likely to raise funds from public subscriptions. Both the UK and overseas fund policy is directed largely at supporting work at community level. Grants are rarely given to well funded national charities, grants are not given to individuals.
Grant making priorities are: Homelessness, Minorities, and Penal Affairs. For projects in developing countries, priorities are projects which focus on Community Development, Education, and Health. Hilden also provides a summer play scheme funding programme. Applications from organisations working with refugees and minority ethnic groups are given priority. Grants for the scheme rarely exceed £1,000. Grants are rarely given to well funded national charities. Fund policy is directed largely at supporting work at a community level within the categories of interest stated above. Preference is given to charities with an income of less that £200,000 per year. Priorities given to different types of work within the main categories may change from time to time, as dictated by circumstances. Capital or revenue grants rarely exceed £5,000. |
| Weblink | www.hildencharitablefund.org.uk |
| Contact Email | hildencharity@hotmail.com |
| Contact No. | 0207 603 1525 |
NCF Community Grants Funding
Published on Friday 29th August by Mike Freeman
We have Four Funding Programmes which Groups can apply to as set out below. Do not worry if you do n ..... (Closing Date: 28th Nov 2008)
| Open Date | 29 August 2008 |
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| Close Date | 28 November 2008 |
| Minimum Amount | £2000.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £5000.00 |
| Description |
We have Four Funding Programmes which Groups can apply to as set out below. Do not worry if you do not know which fund you are applying to as we match applications to the most appropriate fund for your project. Therefore contact us if you are not sure.
Each of our grants programmes has a different upper limit but the amount actually available to you will depend on where your project is based and who the beneficiaries are. Community and Family Life Culture and Creativity Healthy Living and the Environment Sports and Recreation |
| Weblink | http://www.ncf.uk.com/ |
| Contact Email | applications@ncf.uk.com |
| Contact No. | 01604 230033 |
| Related File | Guidance_000_11.doc |
Recruitment and Play for the Childrens Workforce Training / Event
Published on Friday 3rd October by Mike Freeman
Recruitment and Play for the Childrens Workforce (2nd Feb 2009 at NCSL, Triumph Road, Nottingham)
| Date | 2 February 2009 |
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| Venue | NCSL, Triumph Road, Nottingham |
| Cost | FREE |
| Description |
Our aim is to work with Children’s voluntary, private and community sector organisations in developing their understanding of the benefits of a diverse workforce and to share recruitment best practice, in order to market and develop a career structure that is appealing to all sections of the community. This is in recognition of under-represented groups such as men, Black/Minority Ethnic (BME) and disabled people working in childcare.
To make childcare settings more inclusive, it is vital that they are culturally appropriate and sensitive to the community they serve. These events will be focussing on development opportunities through deeper understanding of equality and diversity issues, and their direct implications in recruitment practices and activities carried out in the setting. Each event is limited to 50 participants, but information developed through the sessions will be compiled into a dynamic and useful toolkit, to distribute to attendees and more widely within the sector. This will enable best practice to be shared more widely and ensure the learning experience and development of information is continued beyond the event. |
| Contact Name | Alice James |
| Contact Email | alice.james@childrenslinks.org.uk |
| Contact Number | 0845 3730645 |
| Related File | Info--Booking-form-(2)_1.doc |
Recruitment and Play for the Childrens Workforce Training / Event
Published on Friday 3rd October by Mike Freeman
Recruitment and Play for the Childrens Workforce (5th Dec 2008 at Holiday Inn Peterborough West, Thorpe Wood, Peterborough)
| Date | 5 December 2008 |
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| Venue | Holiday Inn Peterborough West, Thorpe Wood, Peterborough |
| Cost | FREE |
| Description |
Our aim is to work with Children’s voluntary, private and community sector organisations in developing their understanding of the benefits of a diverse workforce and to share recruitment best practice, in order to market and develop a career structure that is appealing to all sections of the community. This is in recognition of under-represented groups such as men, Black/Minority Ethnic (BME) and disabled people working in childcare.
To make childcare settings more inclusive, it is vital that they are culturally appropriate and sensitive to the community they serve. These events will be focussing on development opportunities through deeper understanding of equality and diversity issues, and their direct implications in recruitment practices and activities carried out in the setting. Each event is limited to 50 participants, but information developed through the sessions will be compiled into a dynamic and useful toolkit, to distribute to attendees and more widely within the sector. This will enable best practice to be shared more widely and ensure the learning experience and development of information is continued beyond the event. |
| Contact Name | Alice James |
| Contact Email | alice.james@childrenslinks.org.uk |
| Contact Number | 0845 3730645 |
| Related File | Info--Booking-form-(2)_0.doc |
CHANGEit Awards Open News
Published on Friday 3rd October by Mike Freeman
The 2008/09 CHANGEit Awards are now open to nominations.
CHANGEit recognises the importance .....
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The 2008/09 CHANGEit Awards are now open to nominations.
CHANGEit recognises the importance of encouraging and supporting young people so that they feel empowered to take positive action in creating change in their communities. These Awards exist to recognise, support and reward young campaigners who want to, or are already, making a difference. There are two categories of award which are as follows: Performance Awards - for young people who have already produced a change in their community, school or youth organisation. Innovation Awards - for young people who have a campaign idea or plan for creating change, but need help getting their idea off the ground. The following contest is also open: Photo Contest - CHANGEit is looking for images of campaigning in action that is helped or created by young people. All nominations will receive a certificate of recognition. Winners in the Performance and Innovation category will receive a prize of £750 and finalists will receive £250. Winners in the photo contest will win £250 and will have their photo displayed at the CHANGEit art exhibition in central London. Young people between the ages of 11 and 18 are eligible to apply. Groups may also enter, however should they go on to win, the prize would be shared. Nominations must be submitted by 12 January 2009. |
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| Weblink | http://www.changeit.org.uk/ |
| Contact Email | changeit@commonpurpose.org.uk |
| Contact No. | 020 7608 8148 |
Successful Commissioning: Preparing Your Children's Service Tenders Training / Event
Published on Thursday 9th October by Mike Freeman
Successful Commissioning: Preparing Your Children's Service Tenders (3rd Dec 2008 at Best Western Westminster Hotel, Nottingham)
| Date | 3 December 2008 |
|---|---|
| Venue | Best Western Westminster Hotel, Nottingham |
| Cost | FREE |
| Description |
Is your organisation commission-ready?
The way in which local authorities commission children's services is changing. Following the highly successful VCS Engage programme, NCB are now offering a new series of training courses to support voluntary and community sector (VCS) organisations. This two-day training course will enable you to enter the new commissioning process with confidence, equipped with the tools to understand what commissioners want and how you can deliver within the Every Child Matters (ECM) framework. The training will help participants to: Identify the key skills, characteristics and standards that organisations need to demonstrate when responding to Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs), Expressions of Interest (EOIs) and commission tenders. Identify the evidence they will need to support their application within local commissioning arrangements. Provide a checklist for writing a successful commissioning tender. Why attend? This training provides the opportunity for participants to explore the commissioning requirements, as well as undertake practical exercises around commissioning applications. The course will also offer the chance to meet colleagues, exchange experiences and share knowledge with others working in the children's services field. There are a number of reserved free places for voluntary and community sector organisations on each course. To be eligible, your organisation must have an annual turnover of less than £200,000 and no more than 5 paid employees (unpaid volunteers do not count as paid employees). Who should attend? The training is designed for VCS managers and infrastructure support organisations that have a role in commissioning children, young people and family services. Training is suitable for organisations of all sizes, and will benefit voluntary and community sector (VCS) organisations, local authorities and other organisations involved in commissioning. Course content Legislation and context Delegates will explore the legal and policy context for commissioning. They will also examine some of the quality standards, outcomes and outputs, and the basic requirements to satisfy Pre-Qualification Questionnaires (PQQs) and Expressions of Interest (EOIs). How commission-ready is your organisations? This theory-based session will identify the key skills, characteristics and standards that VCS organisations need to demonstrate in order to be commission-ready. How do you write a successful commission application? Using case studies, delegates will be asked to write sample tenders. They will then present these tenders to the group, who will be asked to evaluate each other's submissions. At the end of the practical exercises, delegates will have developed a clear idea of how to write a successful tender and will leave with a comprehensive checklist. The training course will conclude with the opportunity for delegates to consolidate their knowledge and discuss their learning with colleagues. Please note that in order for delegates to benefit fully from this training, a small amount of pre-training reading is required. It will take a maximum of two hours and NCB will supply all documents two weeks prior to the course date. |
| Contact Name | NCB Training Team |
| Contact Email | vcstraining@ncb.org.uk |
| Contact Number | 0207 843 6084 |
| Weblink | www.vcsengage.org.uk |
High Sheriffs Initiative Funding
Published on Friday 10th October by Mike Freeman
Grants from the Northamptonshire Action for Youth High Sheriff’s Initiative focus on the following a ..... (Closing Date: 16th Jan 2009)
| Open Date | 10 October 2008 |
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| Close Date | 16 January 2009 |
| Minimum Amount | £1.00 |
| Maximum Amount | £1000.00 |
| Description |
Grants from the Northamptonshire Action for Youth High Sheriff’s Initiative focus on the following areas:
Projects targeting 5 – 19 year olds New initiatives from existing groups and new groups/projects Small grass roots level community organisations Work which reaches out to and involves excluded young people in their community Projects that improve the safety of your community Work led by young people Priority will be given to applications for up to £500 – this does not have to be the whole project cost we will happily part fund projects and groups. Exceptional projects will be considered for additional funding up to a maximum of £1,000. |
| Weblink | http://www.ncf.uk.com/ |
| Contact Email | applications@ncf.uk.com |
| Contact No. | 01604 230033 |
| Related File | NHSIGuidanceNotesforApplicants_1.doc |
Charities Online Accounts Awards - Now Open to Application News
Published on Thursday 16th October by Mike Freeman
Registered charities within the UK that publish their accounts and annual reports online are invited .....
| Article |
Registered charities within the UK that publish their accounts and annual reports online are invited to enter this annual award scheme. The objective of the awards is to reward best practice and encourage more charities to provide their financial information online.
Awards are presented in the following five categories: Charities with an income over £2 million. Charities with an income between £500,000 and £2 million. Charities with an income between £100,000 and £500,000. Charities with an income below £100,000. Top 100 fundraising charities listed in Charity Trends (automatic entry). Prize money is awarded to the charity that is judged to have the best annual reports and accounts in its income category. Winners will also receive certificate of commendation, a ticket to attend a charity event and a winner’s seal for their website. Runners-up and third place entrants receive a certificate of commendation and prize money. Registered charities must draw up their accounts in accordance with the Statement of Recommended Practice (SORP) or other Charity Commission guidance for smaller charities. |
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| Weblink | http://www.cafonline.org/default.aspx?page=11266 |
| Contact Email | coaa@icaew.com |
| Contact No. | 020 7920 8692 |