This year, four community projects in the UK and Ireland will receive funding of up to £10,000 to host fun, summer activities in the local community for people aged between 21 – 65 years old. This can include transforming an outdoor space or community garden, running a summer art festival or purchasing sports, arts, theatre or music equipment.
Rowntree’s Free the Fund Community Grant Programme is open to registered charities and not-for-profit organisations in the UK and Ireland.
Projects must be delivered by the end of September 2026.
Community groups, charities and partners working to reduce serious violence can apply for up to £10,000 each. Projects may include education, prevention, awareness and improving community safety.
Grants available to support projects in disadvantaged areas for those over 65 years old living with dementia.
Grants are available for young individuals (aged 16 to 25 years) in the UK to deliver a creative project that celebrates why UK native plants and/or fungi are so special.
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