This fund is closing to applications on Friday 17th July 2020 – apply now
One Community Foundation understands the impact that the Coronavirus will have upon communities. With this in mind, the Foundation and its donors have come together to provide a response to the growing emergency. They are keen to make sure that the organisations helping those most affected get the support that they need, so have launched a Coronavirus Emergency Fund in partnership with NET (National Emergencies Trust).
How much can you apply for?
- £5,000 for charitable organisations
- £10,000 for Hubs or Anchor organisations (including those supporting mutual aid groups).
Who can apply?
Voluntary and community organisations, including:
- registered charities, including charitable incorporated organisations
- constituted organisations and non-registered charities
- community interest companies and community benefit societies
- parish and town councils
- Parent Teacher Associations (PTAs)
- Churches and faith organisations
What can be funded?
Examples of activities that can be funded include:
- Organisations that support the ongoing health and wellbeing needs of vulnerable people
- Activities that relieve pressure on local services, particularly emergency or health and social care
- Groups and activities that support vulnerable people who are self-isolating
- Support for food banks and organisations working to combat hardship
- Community response co-ordination
- Organisations or informal groups that have been set up to respond to the crisis
- Volunteer costs for new and existing organisations responding to the effects of the crisis
- Additional costs of working remotely and adapting community services or activities
- Emotional support, mental health and bereavement support
You can find the latest info and guidelines on the One Community website:
Coronavirus Emergency Fund
This page was last updated on 8th July 2020.
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