£50,000 available for not for profits across Greater Lincolnshire

Lincolnshire Community Foundation is pleased to announce that following receipt of a further funds, grants are available from the Evan Cornish Grassroots Fund and would invite locally run groups and organisations to apply for a grant of up to £5,000.  Successful applicants should deliver services that benefit those who are vulnerable or isolated and live in Greater Lincolnshire.  Community groups can apply for a contribution towards costs of delivering support for people with mental health issues, those that help older people live independently, support for prisoners and their families, job clubs, dementia support, support for people living with domestic violence, food banks/food security projects; bereavement support, etc.

Applications from groups who’ve previously been successful will be considered, provided they’ve spent and reported upon the outcomes achieved.

Eligibility: Not for profit volunteer led groups, social enterprises, community interest companies that have a governing document, accounts, bank account and relevant policies and procedures. Foundation staff can give advice about these matters if required;

Themes: Social Cohesion, Advice & Support, Older People and Food Security.

Closing dates for receipt of completed applications are on 7 February 2020 and 1 October 2020. To obtain an Application Form or to chat about your project, please contact Sue Fortune on 01529 305825 or by downloading details at lincolsnhirecf.co.uk