If your charity, voluntary or community organisation is based or working in Essex and needs financial support, Essex Community Foundation may be able to help.

You can apply for support at any time, as they accept grant applications all year round. The team match your funding needs with the criteria of one of the many charitable funds they manage.

They have an online eligibility quiz and invite potential applicants to have a chat with their Grants Officers before submitting an application.

They also deliver the Thrive Programme in partnership with the Cranfield Trust for VCFSE organisations that:

• Are experiencing growth, transition or change
• Want structured support to strengthen sustainability and leadership
• Are ready to engage in reflective development over several months