Finding funding to cover running costs, and the costs of the projects they deliver, is often the biggest challenges most charities and social enterprises face. KCSC’s free-to-access advice, guidance and training services are here to help organisations working in Kensington and Chelsea to research local needs, create project plans, identify appropriate funding, write a strong funding application, and grow relationships with funders.
If you would like support with securing funding contact KCSC’s organisational development team on support@kcsc.org.uk. You can also find a list of funds that are currently open for applications below.
Grants of up to £10,000 per-year are available, with awards for three years open to consideration, to registered charities in England and Wales for projects to support NEET young people to move into employment or become employment ready.
Grants are available to organisations undertaking media literacy activity projects in England that tackle a range of media literacy challenges.
Bids will be accepted for projects that either:
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Grants of £100,000 to £4 million are available to local not-for-profit groups for projects which expand access to quality and affordable travel equipment and journeys, and ensure disabled people have the same opportunities to make decisions about how they travel in the UK.
A programme offering a tailored support package, worth up to £20,000 over a 12-month period, for community businesses.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
Grants of up to £10,500 are available for voluntary organisations who do not currently offer the Duke of Edinburgh Award to create more opportunities for marginalised young people (14 to 24 years) to access the Award.
Grants are available to UK charitable organisations for projects to improve people's digital confidence, knowledge and skills, enabling them to access financial services and to make more informed decisions about money.
Grants of up to £5,000 are available over one year to smaller community groups, charities and social enterprises who may not have applied for a grant or run a community project before.
Grants of up to £10,000 are available over three years to community groups and organisations, to create projects that allow all communities across London to enjoy the benefits of walking and cycling.
Grants are available to local not-for-profit groups in North-West London for projects which improve mental health outcomes and contribute to reduced suicide rates.
Grants of up to £1000 are available for not-for-profit organisations and community groups in the UK who can raise their initial funding through a crowdfunding campaign to support projects that create a better environment or a more sustainable local community.
Grants of up to £10,000 are available to protect, promote and plant trees in local communities in the UK.
Small and large grants are available to local not-for-profit groups across London for projects which promote inclusivity and social justice and strengthen capacity in the disability sector.