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 in the communities located close to the Winscales Moor Wind Farm.
Donor
Gravis Capital Management Limited
Who can apply?
• charitable, not-for-profit organisations which benefit the parishes of Winscales, Great Clifton and Little Clifton
Examples of activities the Fund would like to support:
• projects that promote and/or implement the sustainable use of energy and resources
• running costs (e.g. room hire) and revenue funding where salaries are limited to a maximum of four hours per week (e.g. caretaker costs, sessional worker costs)
• capital items with a tangible, lasting benefit, including improvements to community building
• projects that support biodiversity and habitat conservation
• projects to improve energy conservation and increased use of renewables
• hedge restoration and wildflower plantings schemes
• free information events about domestic or solar power
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 £10,000 over one year; however, larger grants may be awarded.
Deadline for applications: https://www.cumbriafoundation.org/deadline-dates
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:
Lisa Blackwell on 01900 825760 or email grants@cumbriafoundation.org