About this Funding:
Charities, community groups, and other not-for-profit organisations are invited to apply for grants of up to £3,000 for initiatives that have a positive impact on their local community.
The Better Community Business Network Grant Initiative aims to improve the quality of life and expectations of people and their communities, especially those who come from disadvantaged or socially deprived backgrounds.
The types of causes supported include:
- Arts and culture
- Children and education
- Disability
- Elderly
- Environment
- Health
- Homelessness / Poverty
- Prisoners / Ex-offenders
- Social cohesion / community
- Sport and recreation
Exclusions include Core/ Running costs and expenses (on-going venue hire, staff cost and salary, bills, printing)
A total of £36,000 in funding is awarded annually to grassroots charities and community initiatives across the UK (excluding Northern Ireland).
The deadline for applications is 7 September 2026.
Term 2 – NOW LIVE
Applications: 7 July to 7 September 2026
Finalists Awarded: 28 September 2026
Term 3
Application Deadline: 9 November 2026
Finalists Awarded: 30 November 2026
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Funding Criteria:
Grant applications are open to non-profit organisations, charities, and community groups (including local branches of national charities) that work for the betterment of local communities through charitable initiatives. To be eligible, all organisations and community interest groups must be registered with a recognised governing body (such as the Charity Commission or Companies House) for a minimum of 18 months (they should have annual accounts available and submitted).
