
Funding is provided in three stages:
Stage 1 – Feasibility grants of up to £40,000 to test whether the project ideais viable before committing significant time or money.
Stage 2 – Development grants of up to £100,000 to turn a viable idea into aninvestment-ready project.
Stage 3 - Capital grants of up to £3 million, or 50% of total project value, tohelp a construction-ready project bridge remaining funding gaps.
Capital funding for VCSE organisations that are building social connections across and between different communities.
The funding is for organisations that are running activities for people aged 65 to enjoy festive cheer.
Grants are available for craft practitioners, community groups and voluntary organisations to deliver projects that protect endangered crafts and provide opportunities for makers and trainees to develop their skills.