Grants to organisations supporting young people aged 14-25 who reside in Cumbria to improve their life skills, education, employability, and enterprise.
Donor
CN Group Limited (proprietor of Cumbria Newspapers)
Who can apply?
• charitable, not-for-profit organisations
Priority will be given to activities that support:
• acquisition of academic or social skills
• acquisition of life or employment skills
• training programmes and internships
• acquisition of further qualifications which open job opportunities
• development of moral, educational, and mental capabilities
• raising aspirations and opportunities
Examples of activities that could be supported:
• equipment to support further education
• employability programmes
• bringing businesses and young people together equipping them for work
• interview training
• programmes for young people studying music, sport, or the arts
What the fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions:
• individuals
How much can you apply for?
There is no minimum or maximum award amount.
Multi-year funding may be considered.
How to apply?
• All applications are now made through our online application portal
• Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here
For further information about this fund please contact:
Siona Hartley on 01900 820824 or email siona@cumbriafoundation.org