Comic Relief
Comic Relief
The Community Foundation is managing the Comic Relief programme in the areas of York and North Yorkshire.
Criteria
There are still many communities in the UK that suffer from economic and social deprivation and the current economic climate may make this situation worse. This programme aims to empower local people enabling them to create lasting change in their communities. Projects should be run by people directly affected by the issues they are dealing with and priority will be given to small, locally based groups or organisations in areas of disadvantage that have a clear understanding of the needs of their community.
While groups will be using a range of activities we specifically want 50% of the available funds to go to sports projects that
· increase access to sport and exercise for people who face social exclusion and isolation
· help people who are experiencing difficulties in their lives.
The remaining funding will support community groups running projects that
· increase local services,
· builds skills of local people,
· increase community cohesion
· respond to local economic needs.
This work can cover a small geographical area such as a housing estate or village, but we will also consider work covering a slightly larger area such as a town or borough where there is evidence of community involvement.
Who can apply?
- Community Groups
- Resident Associations
- Community Centres
- Social Enterprises/Community Interest Companies
- Credit Unions
Examples of the type of activities we will fund
- Community sport activities
- Furniture Projects
- Projects providing access to benefits advice
- Projects combating fuel poverty
- Community consultation exercises
- Community employment projects
- Food Co-ops
- Running costs; including salaries, core costs and project costs
- Committee and volunteer/staff training
How much can you apply for?
Grants are up to £10,000
Application Process
We have a very straightforward online application process, however if for any reason you cannot apply in this way then an application pack can be requested from the office. To apply online please click here
For details of recently awarded grants click here