Grants to individuals and 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 in Cumbria. Priority will be given to individuals and groups in the rural areas northeast of Carlisle, including north and east of Longtown, and through to Gilsland and Newbiggin.
Donor
Anonymous
Who can apply?
• charitable, not-for-profit organisations
• individuals
Priority will be given to projects that:
• increase personal skills
• increase independence
• support individuals and communities in rural areas
• support groups helping people to build long-term skills
• support disadvantaged individuals over the age of 25 who wish to change career
• support mental health
The donor would like to support:
• hearing loss clinics
• groups providing training to build skills and confidence to disadvantaged adults over the age of 25
• domestic abuse training for staff delivering women’s centre group sessions
• mature students seeking a career change or wishing to undertake a professional qualification or work-based education
• hardship costs which enable the completion of studies or a course
What the Fund will not support in addition to our normal exclusions:
• core costs
• gap-year funding
• role-specific professional qualifications
How much can you apply for?
Grants will normally be up to £2,000 for both individuals and groups.
Household income will be considered in the assessment of applications for individuals.
How to apply?
• All applications are now made through our online application portal
• Read our step‑by‑step portal help guide here
If you would like further information about this fund please contact:
Tracy Cheesbrough, Grants & Programmes Officer, on 01900 512395 or email: tracy@cumbriafoundation.org