We can help with
support with finding funding
We can help you work out what funding you need and find the right funder. We can work with you on a one-to-one basis, or you can come along to one of our workshops or events.
We run a Funding Fair a couple of times a year, when we invite a range of funders, from the National Lottery to smaller local funders like One Community and The Loose Change Charity along for you to meet.
We also run regular workshops throughout the year on:
- Finding Your Funder
- Applying to Trusts and Foundations
- Bid writing
And we always try to highlight new funding opportunities at our networking events and Members’ Meetings.
what can i apply for now?
You can find details of all the current funds that are accepting applications below. We also share these on social media and send them out in our monthly newsletter.
support with writing applications
We can also help you work on your applications, again either on a one-to-one basis or at one of our regular bid writing workshops. These cover things like:
- Writing Your First Bid
- Improving Your Grant Applications
If you haven’t applied for funding before you can start with one of our TSL Kirklees Small Grants Funds and we’ll support you through the process. See Current Funding Opportunities for ones that are open now, or speak to us to find out more.
Partnership bids
To access larger pots of longer-term funding, you may need to be part of a partnership of organisations all working together. We can help you make those connections, if you haven’t done already, and work on your application.
SIGN UP TO OUR NEWSLETTER
FAQS
where do I start?
There are a few funders that we always signpost people to, so it’s always worth starting with these:
- TSL Kirklees Small Grants Funding – see Current Funding Opportunities below for any that are open now.
- National Lottery Awards For All
- One Community
- Kirklees Council Ward Budgets
- Kirklees Council/Kirklees Youth Alliance Healthy Holidays Funding
- The West Yorkshire Mayor’s Safer Communities Funding (formerly the Police and Crime Commissioner’s Safer Communities Funding)
- Crowdfunding
- Dewsbury Soup
- Huddersfield Soup
- Growing Great Places – a partnership between Kirklees Council and SpaceHive
- One Community Match It Fund
what do I need to think about?
- BASICS
- How much do you need?
- What’s it for?
- Do you fit the criteria for this particular grant?
- GOVERNANCE STRUCTURE
- Some funders may only fund registered charities
- Social enterprises may be eligible for both third sector and business grants (but will be excluded most grants from Charitable Trusts and Foundations)
- Social enterprises will be eligible for social investment funding and loans
- Most funders will only fund you if you have 3+ people on your board of trustees/directors or management committee and they may specify that some or all need to be unrelated
For more information about governance and legal structures for your organisation see:
- Setting up a community group or charity
- Creating a social enterprise
- Developing your charity or community group
- DETAILS
- Who will you be working with?
- Do you need staff or volunteers to deliver the project?
- What are your costs?
- Do you have a bank account?
- How will you keep a record of how you’ve spent the money?
- Do you have insurance and the correct policies and procedures that a funder might expect?
- How are you going to show what you’ve achieved/the impact you’ve had?
- STRATEGY
- Can I apply to more than 1 funder at the same time?
- Can I apply to more than 1 funder raise enough money?
- Can I rework the application and send it to someone else if we’re not successful?
- Can I rework my application and resubmit it?
- Do I need some independent help/feedback on my application?
If you need help or advice with any of this, please get in touch.
Where can I find new funders to try?
Kirklees for funding
Third Sector Team
Table
Current Funding Opportunities
Purpose: Supports small charities in collaborations to influence local/regional change in social security, accommodation, and support for asylum seekers and refugees. Eligibility Lead Charity: Must be a small charity with an annual income between £25,000 and £1 million. Collaboration: Must include at least three organisations …
Trusts & Foundations - National
Large Grants (Over £10,000)
30/04/2025
Purpose: The Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust’s first two rounds of funding in 2025 will focus on improving access to the Arts, specifically projects that will improve audience access and participation. Value notes: Grants of £1,000 are available for charities with an operating income of between …
Trusts & Foundations - National
Small Grants (Under £10,000)
30/04/2025
Community Grants: Grants of up to £5,000 are available for grassroots initiatives in West Yorkshire to promote walking, wheeling, and cycling. The funding comes from CityConnect, a project supporting improvements to sustainable and active travel delivered by West Yorkshire Combined Authority. Types of Initiatives: Funded …
National Funding
Small Grants (Under £10,000)
05/05/2025
Overview: Grants from the Home Office are available to charities, community groups, and community interest companies (CICs) to provide advocacy support for Windrush Compensation Scheme (WCS) applicants. Objectives: Support organisations in providing advocacy for Windrush Compensation Scheme (WCS) claimants. Help claimants articulate their stories and submit …
Trusts & Foundations - National
Large Grants (Over £10,000)
09/05/2025
Overview: Grants are available from Leeds Building Society to not-for-profit organisations supporting those in need of a safe and secure home. The programme marks Leeds Building Society’s 150th anniversary in 2025. Eligibility: Organisations must be not-for-profit and based in the UK. Eligible entities include registered charities, …
Shops/Banks/Businesses
Large Grants (Over £10,000)
16/05/2025
Overview: One grant is available from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government (MHCLG) for a not-for-profit organisation, or a consortium of organisations, to map a more accurate record of hate incidents affecting Muslims across England. Objectives: Receive, record, and analyse instances of anti-Muslim hate. …
Trusts & Foundations - National
Large Grants (Over £10,000)
18/05/2025
Find other local and national funding
Latest Funding News
-
NLCF Seeks Development Partners for New Funds
The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) has published its ‘bold new vision’ for supporting communities across England over the next five years which includes distributing at least £3 billion in… Read more -
Are you on the Safe and Inclusive Community Fund Mailing List?
The Safe and Inclusive Fund values each application received and Kirklees Council has had great success with the funding. Starting this scheme in 2023 they have funded 32 community and… Read more -
Trading for Good: New funded programme From The School For Social Entrepreneurs
Gain the knowledge, skills, and confidence to develop and grow projects that tackle social and environmental challenges through strong trading income streams. Trading for Good is a new programme by… Read more -
The Big Help Out – Funding for Taster Activities
The Big Help Out is returning this year and will take place at the end of Volunteers’ Week from Friday 7th – Sunday 9th June. The aim of this high… Read more