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
We also 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.
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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)
- Kirklees 4 Community
- Crowdfunding
- Growing Great Places – a partnership between Kirklees Council and SpaceHive
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
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Current Funding Opportunities
Community Plus Fund
Community Plus Fund is now open!
Do you have an idea that could bring people together, strengthen your community, or help local people thrive? Grants of up to £5000 available for individuals, informal and formal groups across Kirklees.
The Community Plus Fund supports community-led projects that build on the strengths, skills and passions already present in Kirklees. We want to hear from groups, organisations and individuals with ideas that help people connect, build confidence, share skills and create positive change.
We welcome applications from:
- Individuals
- Informal groups
- Community organisations
- Voluntary groups
We’re looking for projects that:
- Bring people together and reduce isolation
- Grow volunteering and community leadership
- Help people develop skills, confidence and connections
- Make use of the amazing assets and talents already in our communities
- Support people to be more independent and improve their wellbeing
Have an idea? Find out more and apply: Community Plus Fund | Kirklees Council
Deadline 4th September 2026
If you have any questions or would like to talk through your project idea or need help with the application form, contact: communityplusfund@kirklees.gov.uk / 01484 225224
You can also come along to one of our info sessions to speak to us:
North Kirklees Info Session - 3rd Aug, 11am - 12pm, Dewsbury Library Community Room WF12 8EE
South Kirklees Info Session - 5th Aug, 10am - 11am, Rawthorpe & Dalton Library HD5 9QJ
Online Info Session: 5th Aug - 6pm and 24th Aug - 12pm
Local Funding - Kirklees
Small Grants (Under £10,000)
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