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Community based organisations are invited to apply for funding through the National Lottery’s Reaching Communities England programme.
The programme supports projects that strengthen communities and improve lives across England. Funding is available for initiatives that support communities to:
- come together through inclusive places, spaces and activities (either physical or virtual), especially for communities where people are least able to come together
- help children and young people thrive by developing positive social and emotional skills
- tackle health inequalities by addressing the conditions in which people live, work and grow
- be environmentally sustainable by engaging with climate issues, having a positive environmental impact, and improving access to quality natural spaces
Priority will be given to projects that:
- support places, people or communities experiencing poverty, disadvantage or discrimination
- support people and communities to shape the decisions that affect their lives
Grants range from £20,001 to £20 million for projects lasting up to 5 years.
Most awards are under £500,000. Funding can cover a broad range of costs, including staffing, delivery expenses, community engagement and organisational development.
Eligible applicants include registered charities, voluntary groups, CIOs, CICs, schools and public bodies. Partnerships may also apply.
There is no fixed closing date; applications are accepted on a rolling basis. Decisions can take several months due to the programme's scale and demand.
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