voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
voluntary organisations, social enterprises and volunteering
The National Lottery Community Fund - Fairer Life Chances
Created: 20/10/2026News/Events Category: Funding and Finance
This item will show under the following categories: Health and Social Care Children and Families
This funding is for projects that support children, young people and families. Or help people be healthier and have better access to support.
They’re looking for projects that achieve at least one of these outcomes:
- children, young people and families to thrive
- people have better relationships, connections and physical or mental health
Meeting both outcomes will not improve your chances of getting funding. Projects should also support people experiencing poverty, disadvantage or discrimination.
Your project should be designed with the people it’s for, not just delivered to them. This means:
- involving them in how the project is developed, delivered and led
- making use of their existing skills and interests
- complementing and connecting with other services that support them
Full funding information can be found on their website.
Funding available
They fund new or existing projects, from organisations of all sizes and levels of experience.
You can apply for £20,001 to £500,000 for up to 5 years.
They expect most grants we give will be for:
- £250,000 or less
- £100,000 if your organisation has not had long-term funding before (2 years or more)
Who can apply?
You can apply if your organisation is a:
- constituted voluntary or community organisation
- constituted group or club
- registered charity
- Scottish charitable incorporated organisation (SCIO)
- not-for-profit company
- community interest company (CIC)
- public sector organisation (such as a local authority)
- community benefit society
How to apply
Contact them to discuss your idea. You do not need to prepare anything in advance. They’ll ask you about your project and help decide if this funding is right for you.
Contact them by:
- emailing [email protected]
- calling 0300 123 7110 (lines open 9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday)
They’ll connect you with a funding officer in your area within 10 working days. If you’re eligible to apply for the funding, we'll send you a link to our online application form.
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