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Towards more flexible funding – practical ideas from open and trusting grantmakers
What does flexible funding look like? What if you’re funding on behalf of others? When does it end? These are just some of the questions explored at…
Read ArticleNorth East businesses helping young people at risk of long-term unemployment into work
Employers in the North East are helping young people at risk of long term unemployment take their first steps into the workplace. Businesses…
Read ArticleThe National Lottery Places Called Home fund opens for applications
The National Lottery Community Fund has opened a new funding programme called Places Called Home. This small grant programme, for up to £5,000 per…
Read ArticleNew grant fund provides innovation support for social enterprises
A new £1.5m grant fund from the North of Tyne Combined Authority will support business innovation across North Tyneside, Newcastle and Northumberland…
Read ArticleSummer offer for young people
A national youth organisation is urging those working with young people in the North East to let them know about its summer activities offer. The…
Read ArticleOne week left to see if you can access up to £50K
Lloyds Bank Foundation is welcoming applications for £50k of unrestricted funding from charities with an annual income of betwen £25k and £1m.…
Read ArticleSocial prescribing connects people experiencing loneliness and social isolation, to support individuals and communities recovering from the pandemic
Isolation and loneliness has been a key issue during the pandemic, with 7.2 per cent of adults reporting loneliness from…
Read ArticleNorth of Tyne Combined Authority and Creative England launch £2.625 million investment programme to stimulate culture and creativity in the North of Tyne region
£2.625m fund includes £500k for grants, £1.5m for loans and £625k for equity finance, plus expert business advice, available to creative…
Read ArticleFundraising Convention bursaries for small charities
As part of the Chartered Institute of Fundraising’s mission to deliver a more equal, diverse and inclusive profession, the North East committee…
Read ArticleHelp VONNE Climate Action Alliance empower non-profits to take climate action
We’re looking for an agency with experience in digital marketing, content design and strategy, an understanding of online accessibility, and…
Read ArticleFunders Spotlight - National Lottery Grants for Heritage 2021-22
Applications are now open for National Lottery Grants for Heritage from £3k to £5m. This marks a return to the…
Read ArticleSome charities 'shut out' of £200m MoJ rehabilitation contracts, says Clinks
Smaller, local and specialist criminal justice charities have been “shut out” of a £200m Ministry of Justice (MoJ) programme, according to Clinks.…
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