Monday 9 November 2020
 We've temporarily reopened our ‘COVID-19 Fund’ to help provide valuable resources to organisations working in communities that have been affected by this second national lockdown.
The money will help voluntary and community groups to tackle the social and economic impacts of this lockdown and help those who are most vulnerable in their communities.
What's it for?
The funding is to support community-led schemes that carry out the small but important things that can safely address some of the issues that are arising because of the second national lockdown, including support for those who are clinically extremely vulnerable. These can include:
- safe deliveries of essential goods and services to those who are vulnerable, such as foods and medicines
- support for accessing online information and services
- helping people to stay connected and informed and measures to support mental health and wellbeing
- transport-related initiatives that support safe community responses to the outbreak
Who can apply?
Applications are invited from established and not-for-profit voluntary and community groups and organisations, town and parish councils, charities or businesses, or a combination of such groups working together. Please see the detailed guidance for applications from businesses or non-registered groups.
You'll need to include details of how much funding will be required and how the need for that amount has been assessed. Grants will typically be between £300 and £700, although in exceptional circumstances offers of up to £1,000 may be made.
For more details, including how to apply, please visit our website.
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