Lottery Programmes: Reaching Communities
Description
Reaching communities supports projects that improve the quality of life of communities across England offering help where it is most needed. The fund supports the voluntary sector, health, education and the regeneration of communities.
Eligible activity
Grants are available for revenue and capital projects that provide better access to training and development, more active people and communities. Other projects that are eligible for funding include projects that have young people as the primary beneficiaries, refurbishment of community buildings and children's play activities.
Exclusions
Applications will not be accepted from individuals, profit making organisations and organisations applying on behalf of other organisations.
Available funding
Minimum grants of £10,000 and maximum grants of £500,000 are offered over a maximum period of five years to allow a project to develop and become sustainable. The programme mainly supports revenue projects but capital funding is available.
Projects do not require match funding but contributions from other sources might be seen as evidence of commitment to a project and its sustainability.
Applicants must demonstrate a need for the project, how their project provides the solution and the community will be involved. Applicants must also evidence how the project complements local plans and strategies.
Who can apply
Applications are accepted from voluntary and community organisations, registered charities, statutory bodies including schools, registered charities, social enterprises and charitable or not for profit companies.
Deadlines
Applications can be made at any time.