3 great funding schemes this week - KCSC E-bulletin

KCSC's weekly e-bulletin

As you will have read in our last e-bulletin, we're sadly leaving our office at the Museum of Brands in November. This week we're stepping up progress on our big move out, which means we're gradually phasing out meetings and arrangements in the building. We're therefore asking people not to come down to the office unless you have a confirmed meeting or appointment.

We're also going to be giving away lots of office furniture which may be useful for local VCS organisations! Keep an eye out for announcements on this in the coming weeks.

Read more about our Trauma-Informed Practice Plus workshop taking place this Saturday. Registration is open to residents and voluntary and community groups.

Lastly in KCSC news, a quick note to say that next week's e-bulletin will go out on Wednesday 29 October instead of Tuesday due to our AGM taking place on Tuesday.

In this week's e-bulletin, we're featuring some fantastic resources and opportunities from, among others, the K&C Foundation, Family Action, the Natural History Museum and Young K&C!

KCSC Events and Training

North Kensington Health and Wellbeing Network

A bi-monthly meeting bringing together voluntary and community sector organisations working with communities in North Kensington that provide services that aim to support and improve people’s wellbeing.

Online
23 October, 11am

Trauma-Informed Practice Plus: A Radical Approach

A practical workshop for residents and community groups exploring how trauma-informed practice can be a powerful tool for creating meaningful change and resilience in our communities.

In Person
25 October, 11am

KCSC AGM 2025

Join us at Kensington Town Hall for our Annual General Meeting taking place on Tuesday 28 October, where we will be highlighting Community Development past and future.

In Person
28 October 9.45am

VCS Assembly - Adaptive leadership in uncertain times

Penny Wilson (Charity Consultant and previous CEO of Getting on Board) will hold an engaging session for trustees and those responsible for making decisions on the strategic direction of their organisation.

Online
19 November, 5pm

Sector News

Voluntary Sector Support Fund 2027-2030 engagement

The council are looking to engage the local voluntary sector in reviewing proposed changes for the third round (2027-2030) of the Voluntary Sector Support Fund (VSSF). They are hosting a workshop on Wednesday 22 October.

Health and Wellbeing

Change4Life Clubs for Children and Young People

Change4Life clubs are a free five-week programme, open to any child (with accompanying parent/carer), young person or expectant parent who lives, attends a state-funded school or children’s centre or is registered with a GP in Kensington and Chelsea or Westminster. Their next clubs are starting on 5 November.

Announcements

K&C Foundation's Improving Mental Health Fund 2025

The Foundation are inviting Expressions of Interest for their Improving Mental Health fund, which supports projects that work directly with residents suffering from poor mental health or train people that do.

Deadline: 24 October

NHHIP Collaborative Behaviours Assessment

People working in local VCS services - whether you're a senior leader or frontline worker - are being asked to complete a short survey about how we work together with NHS and the Local Council in our wider health system.

Closes on 31 October

Funding

National Lottery Awards for All England – Environment

Funding of up to £20,000 is available to non-profit organisations in England for projects that improve the environment and help people to connect with and enjoy nature locally.

Deadline: 17 December

Arnold Clark Community Fund

Grants are available to UK charities, community and voluntary organisations and CICs whose work directly supports those most affected by the cost-of-living crisis.

Rolling Deadline

All Funding

Other Events and Resources

Training in Exploring Youth Work with Young K&C

A new and fully funded three-day training course from Young K&C offers an introduction to youth and community work through engaging group activities, practical learning and support from experienced trainers.

Takes place 29-31 October

North West London ICS 2025 Health Equity Awards

Do you know someone making a real difference in reducing health inequalities in NW London? Now’s your chance to recognise the individuals and organisations who are empowering our communities!

Nominations due 31 October

Meet RBKC officers to discuss community funding

Are you a community organisation looking to deliver a project or event in Kensington and Chelsea? Join council officers on 23 October for a chat about City Living, Local Life funding and for 1-1 support with your application.

October events at the Natural History Museum

Find out about Half-Term activities for families, Adventures in Nature, and the Community Family Discover Zone. Get in touch with NHM if you're a group leader for a local organisation for help planning a group trip.

All Events and Training

Job Vacancies

Children Services Manager

Deadline: 26 October 2025

Adult Learning Tutor (ESOL)

Deadline: 26 October 2025

Adult Learning Tutor (Digital Skills)

Deadline: 26 October 2025

All Job Vacancies

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