Grants to organisations for initiatives that reduce poverty, improve health, tackle social inequality, and help people reach their potential, or for projects that nurture a sense of place or promote climate action. Priority will be given to projects that benefit people and communities in areas where Shepley Group employees live, specifically within the former local authority districts of Allerdale, Barrow-in-Furness, Carlisle, and Copeland.
Donor
Shepley Engineers Limited
Who can apply?
• charitable, not-for-profit organisations
Examples of projects supported:
• equipment for a junior football club
• community café
• community allotment
• refurbishment of cellar to be used for a men’s workshop
• functional skill classes for unemployed people ages 16+
• respite activity for young carers
Examples of projects supported:
• equipment for a junior football club
• community café
• community allotment
• refurbishment of cellar to be used for a men’s workshop
• functional skill classes for unemployed people ages 16+
• respite activity for young carers
What the Fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions:
• individuals
How much can you apply for?
Grants will normally be up to £2,000 over one year.
If you would like further information about this fund please contact:
Annalee Holliday on 01900 825760 or email grants@cumbriafoundation.org