Grant / Funding Available
If you are looking for a grant for a community, voluntary or charity group project, below are contact details for some of the key organisations which provide current funding opportunities. If you need help writing a successful funding application, please see our help and advice section here https://rravs.org.uk/funding-advice/
Find Your Active Places and Spaces Fund
Is your local community group, sports club, or organisation looking to activate spaces and help local residents lead healthier, more active lives? The Find Your Active: Places and Spaces Fund...
Essex VVU Community Grant
Essex VVU Community Grant is currently open for applications from not-for-profit organisations based in Essex, Southend and Thurrock, for work with young people. Closing for Applications on 26th October 2026...
Funding & Support Opportunities: Essex Community Foundation
If you run or are involved with a local charity, voluntary group, or community organisation operating across Essex, Southend, or Thurrock, financial support may be available through the Essex Community...
High Sheriffs Fund Now Open
Charities and voluntary groups across Essex that are helping to protect people from harm, support victims of crime, or make their communities safer can now apply for grants from the...
Up to £20,000 for Local Capital Projects!
The Morrisons Foundation has launched its Connecting Communities Grant, offering registered charities up to £20,000 for capital projects that revitalise physical spaces, tackle social isolation, and keep essential local services...
Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS)
The Boiler Upgrade Scheme (BUS) is a UK government initiative that provides upfront capital grants to help property owners in England and Wales replace fossil fuel heating (gas, oil, LPG...
Healthy Family Relationships Small Grants
As part of Essex County Council’s ongoing commitment to supporting families, the Healthy Family Relationships (HFR) Grants Programme is now open for applications. This initiative offers funding to community organisations...
Woodland Trust MOREwoods Scheme
The MOREwoods scheme funds up to 75% of costs (trees, protection, and expert site advice) for self-planted projects, or up to 60% if using a Woodland Trust contractor for areas...
Healthy Family Relationships Grants Programme 2026–27 – Applications Now Open
As part of Essex County Council’s ongoing commitment to supporting families, the Healthy Family Relationships (HFR) Grants Programme is now open for applications. This initiative offers funding to community organisations that have...
Co-op Local Community Fund
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...