Windrush Day 2021 launches with £500k for celebrations
Phase two of the Windrush Community Fund is open for bids from charities and grassroots organisations across the UK that can help raise awareness of the Windrush schemes.
Overview
The Windrush Community Fund is up to £500,000 of financial support available to charity, community or grassroots organisations across the UK to fund projects which raise awareness of the Windrush Scheme (documentation), the Windrush Compensation Scheme or both.
This support is available to fund activities across the UK. Awards range from a minimum of £2,500 to a maximum of £25,000.
How much you can apply for
You can apply for funding from a minimum of £2,500 to a maximum of £25,000 for each application.
You can apply as more than one organisation, known as a consortium. In this case, the lead organisation makes the application. The maximum limit of £25,000 for each application also applies to consortiums.
If your proposed budget is more than £25,000, you must show how you’ll get the additional funding.
Who can apply
You can apply for the Windrush Community Fund if you’re:
- an unincorporated charity, community organisation, community interest company or a company with a charitable purpose
- a grassroots organisation
- a registered charity
- a consortium or partnership (with a lead organisation that is one of the above.
Who cannot apply
You cannot apply if you’re:
- an individual
- a local authority
- an organisation based outside the UK
What you can get funding for
Funding could be used for:
- holding events, for example the cost of the venue, refreshments and other related costs
- creating and sharing marketing materials, like leaflets and posters
- running communication campaigns in person and online
- accessing and using communication channels, for example social media or local radio
- supporting people who are eligible for the Windrush Scheme (documentation), the Windrush Compensation Scheme or both
- getting support from corporate partners, public figures or advocates
The deadline for applications is 11:59pm on 30 June.