National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF)

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UK-wide funding

Registered Charity Number: NA

Description

Emergency fund name	Awards for all Reaching communities People and places People and communities
Grant size	Up to £20,000
Funder's interests	Bring people together and build strong relationships in and across communities Improve the places and spaces that matter to communities Help more people to reach their potential, by supporting them at the earliest possible stage
Activities supported	Religious organisations if their project benefits the wider community and does not include religious content. Registered charities. CIO and CICs. Community benefit societies.
Themes	Social connections and community activities to create healthier, happier lives and a flourishing society; supporting amazing community-led projects.
Inclusions	Capital costs (such as building and land improvements), staff costs, running costs, activities, equipment, other core costs needed to support the project
Exclusions and other info	Religious activities
How to apply	Apply online
Deadline	Ongoing

Contact information

0345 4102 030

England and UK-wide

0289 055 1455

Northern Ireland

0300 123 7110

Scotland

0300 123 0735

Wales

general.enquiries@tnlcommunityfund.org.uk

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