Grant News
Grants of between £500 and £2,000 are available to charities and community organisations working to improve people's lives in the North East of England.
The funding is provided by the Hadrian Trust, a charitable trust supporting local organisations addressing social and economic disadvantage. Grants can cover running costs, project costs, part salaries and basic equipment.
The Trust supports projects involving
- social welfare,
- young people,
- older and disabled people,
- ethnic minority communities,
- the environment,
- education
- and the arts.
Examples include homelessness services, youth activities, employment support, community centres and projects helping older people remain independent.
Applicants must be based in the Trust's geographical area, covering Northumberland, Durham, Tyne and Wear and Cleveland north of the River Tees. Unregistered groups must arrange for a registered charity or voluntary sector support organisation to administer their funding. Major building improvements, medical research and applications from individuals are excluded.
Key points
- Grants normally range from £500 to £2,000.
- Funding is restricted to eligible organisations in the North East.
- Organisations can apply once every 12 months.
Applications can be submitted online or by post. Applications close at noon on 4 January 2027.
Detailed application notes can be found on the ‘How to Apply’ page of the website.
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