Funding – RRAVS | Rayleigh and Rochford District Association for Voluntary Service https://rravs.org.uk Wed, 13 May 2026 12:20:27 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0 163262376 Community Initiatives Fund (CIF) https://rravs.org.uk/2025/10/06/community-initiatives-fund-cif/ Mon, 06 Oct 2025 16:48:08 +0000 https://rravs.org.uk/?p=26767 […]]]> The Community Initiatives Fund (CIF) is designed to help Community and Voluntary Sector organisations, groups, clubs and Parish & Town Councils improve and support their local community. For 2025-2026, the CIF will make available £200,000 to support both capital and revenue projects with grants of up to £10,000. This is for capital projects and projects that require revenue funding for new service provision (not core funding), or cultural initiatives.

Applications close Friday 28th November 2025 at 23.59

Full details: https://ealc.gov.uk/community-initiative-fund-cif/

]]> 26767 Co-op Local Community Fund https://rravs.org.uk/2025/12/03/co-op-local-community-fund/ Wed, 03 Dec 2025 12:44:48 +0000 https://rravs.org.uk/?p=26944 […]]]> The Local Community Fund supports projects in Co-op members’ communities that provide access to opportunities and resources for people to thrive. Co-op Members can choose the local cause they want to support through their membership.  Each food store will choose 3 local charities. (For full terms and conditions please see website).

Applications will open in Spring 2026. All organisations will receive a minimum of £1000

To find more visit https://www.coop.co.uk/local-causes and see below for morw ways that the Co-op is supporting local communities.

]]> 26944 LNP Community Fund https://rravs.org.uk/2026/02/17/lnp-community-fund/ Tue, 17 Feb 2026 10:29:44 +0000 https://rravs.org.uk/?p=27031 […]]]> The Essex Local Nature Partnership is pleased to announce the launch of the LNP Community Fund, a new funding opportunity designed to empower local communities to take action in Essex for nature.

Community groups, charities, schools and other local organisations can apply for grants of £500 to £2,000 to support nature-based projects that contribute to local nature recovery and community wellbeing.

Find out more: https://consultations.essex.gov.uk/waste-environment/essex-lnp-community-fund-2025-application-form/

]]> 27031 Up to £5,000 available – open for applications next week https://rravs.org.uk/2026/03/23/up-to-5000-available-open-for-applications-next-week/ Mon, 23 Mar 2026 11:57:42 +0000 https://rravs.org.uk/?p=27065 […]]]> Rochford Community Fund opens for applications next week.  Rochford District Council, in partnership with Active Essex and the Castle Point and Rochford Health and Wellbeing Board, will open applications for the 2026 Rochford Community Fund on 1 April, inviting local groups and residents to bid for support to bring impactful community initiatives to life.

Residents and organisations across the district can apply for grants of £2,000 to £5,000 for not‑for‑profit projects that enhance wellbeing and improve quality of life in Rochford.

To be eligible, projects must:

  • Benefit Rochford communities and be delivered within the district
  • Demonstrate community involvement in their design and delivery
  • Show sustainability and long-term value
  • Support the Council’s community, health and environmental priorities and align with the Castle Point and Rochford Health and Wellbeing Strategy

Councillor Mike Webb, Rochford District Council’s Chair of the Communities, Wellbeing & Housing Committee said “We are incredibly proud to support projects that strengthen community spirit and improve the lives of people across the district. The Community Fund offers a valuable opportunity for local groups to turn great ideas into meaningful action, and I look forward to seeing the positive initiatives that emerge this year.”

Applications close on Friday 31 July 2026. Full eligibility criteria and application guidance are available at www.rochford.gov.uk/funding.

For more information, contact the Community Services Department on 01702 546366 or email funding@brentwood.rochford.gov.uk.

]]> 27065 FREE Securing Large Grants Workshops https://rravs.org.uk/2026/05/13/free-securing-large-grants-workshops/ Wed, 13 May 2026 12:15:01 +0000 https://rravs.org.uk/?p=27214 […]]]> Securing large grants for £50,000+ for medium and large voluntary organisations is an important part of any fundraising plan.
This workshop will provide top tips on making a strong case for large grants, who provides these grants and a deep dive into one of the main
large grant funds.

Increase your chances of securing a large grant by attending this free, specialist workshop!
All workshops are 10:00 – 1:00pm

  • Rayleigh Parish Centre, Rayleigh 4th June
  • Chelmsford Rugby Football Club, 9th June
  • Wat Tyler Country Park, Basildon – 23rd June
  • Colchester Rugby Club, Colchester, 1st July
  • West Essex, Date TBC

Book your FREE place here:  https://www.activeessex.org/your-essex-community/securing-large-grants-workshops/

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