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UK community organisations that help people claim compensation through the Windrush Compensation Scheme can apply for funding from the Home Office's £600,000 Windrush Compensation Advocacy Support Fund.
For 2027–28, grants of £10,000 to £60,000 are available for each region in England, Scotland and Wales, while grants of £5,000 to £10,000 are available for sub-regions in Northern Ireland.
The fund supports organisations that provide help to people applying for compensation. This includes explaining the claims process, gathering evidence, submitting claims, responding to compensation decisions and requesting reviews.
Eligible applicants include charities, community organisations, community interest companies and grassroots groups. Organisations in England, Scotland and Wales must already help people with Windrush compensation claims. In Northern Ireland, organisations can apply if they have experience providing other types of community advocacy.
Applicants must be based in the UK, have the trust of their local communities and have secure systems for handling claimants' personal information.
Funding can cover staff costs, setting up services, administration and travel. It cannot be used to provide immigration or legal advice. Organisations must apply to deliver services in specific regions and be able to support people throughout the areas for which they receive funding.
Key points:
- Total funding: £600,000 for 2027–28.
- Grant amounts: £10,000–£60,000 per region in England, Scotland and Wales; £5,000–£10,000 per sub-region in Northern Ireland.
- Information sessions: 17 and 19 November 2026.
Applications must be submitted through Find a Grant by 5pm on 4 December 2026.
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