Supporting projects that make a real difference to people’s lives and wellbeing in communities across the North East of England.
Activities supported
Registered charities
Themes
Bringing people together including opportunities to bring people together around food; this could be a church providing a food bank
Health and wellbeing
Inclusions
Community projects
Exclusions and other info
Church fabric repair and conservation
Targets initiatives that make a significant impact on their customers and the communities in which they work. It’s not always possible for projects to solely cover these areas, but demonstrate how it will/could benefit them in some way.
How to apply
Apply online. Applications of £1,500 or less will be assessed by the community investment team with applications over £1,500 evaluated by the residents’ grants panel following appraisal by the team.
A collated list of the top funders that support churches and are currently offering grants. Use our search function to find potential grants for your church.
Regardless of which funder or donor you approach, you will need to have a clear and compelling case for support. This will act as a foundation for all your fundraising and is key to achieving successful applications.
A checklist: key factors for successful fundraising
Fundraising
After researching possible funders and grants for your church, use this checklist to identify some key points to consider before making an application.
Digital fundraising opens up opportunities to grow your church’s giving, by making it easier for both the congregation and wider community to support your church.