Monday, 08 September 2025
The England Illegal Money Lending Team (IMLT) is working with Sandwell Council and West Midlands Police to bring its campaign to Sandwell next week to raise awareness about the dangers of loan sharks and keep residents safe.
Read more on 'Operation Sharknet hits Sandwell to crack down on loan sharks ❗'
Wednesday, 03 September 2025
Organisations such as registered charities, community interest companies, co-operatives, and credit unions etc., that have a Community Directplus account can apply for funding of up to £1,000 from the Customer Donation Fund. Since 2003, the Co-operative Bank Donation Fund has donated over £1,000,000 to over 1,100 local good causes.
Read more on 'Co-operative Bank – Customer Donation Fund (UK) – Deadline: Rolling'
Wednesday, 03 September 2025
Voluntary and community associations, statutory bodies, charities and partnerships can apply for grants of £500,000 to £5 million, spread over 2 to 10 years, to support projects that bring diverse communities together.
Monday, 01 September 2025
The British Gas Energy Trust has re-opened applications for its Individuals and Families Fund, offering grants of up to £1,700 to help households in England, Scotland, and Wales clear energy debt.
Monday, 01 September 2025
Small community groups, local charities and individuals can apply for grants of between £100 and £2,000 for equipment and to support projects that tackle loneliness amongst older people (65+) and adults with a disability (18+). The funding, which is being made available through the Barchester’s Charitable Foundation, supports actions that combat loneliness by connecting or re-connecting people with others in their local community.
