There is an ongoing deadline and groups are advised to apply as soon as possible
The National Lottery Community Fund is offering large-scale funding for organisations in England tackling the root causes of inequality, including poverty, disadvantage and discrimination. Grants of between £1 million and £5 million are available to be spent over five to ten years.
This funding is aimed at supporting and strengthening long-term work that leads to lasting change. In particular, they want to fund organisations that involve people with lived experience of these issues enabling them to shape and lead the response.
You don’t need to be a long-established organisation to apply. However, you’ll need to demonstrate that you have the potential to deliver significant, long-term impact. Funding is unlikely to go to projects that are completely unrelated to your existing work.
They’re looking to fund:
- Organisations led by and accountable to people with lived experience of the issues being addressed. These individuals may be in leadership roles or deeply involved in shaping and delivering your work.
- Work that addresses the root causes of poverty, disadvantage or discrimination - not just the symptoms.
- Collaborative efforts that bring people together to create lasting solutions to these deep-rooted issues.
There will be a workshop to support applications on Tuesday 24 June 2025, 11am to 11.45am - register here.
Click here for more information and to apply