The Windrush Community Fund is up to £500,000 of financial support available to charity, community or grassroots organisations across the UK to fund projects which raise awareness of the Windrush Scheme (documentation), the Windrush Compensation Scheme or both.
This support is available to fund activities across the UK. Awards range from a minimum of £2,500 to a maximum of £25,000.
You can apply for the Windrush Community Fund if you’re:
- An unincorporated charity, community organisation, community interest company or a company with a charitable purpose
- A grassroots organisation
- A registered charity
- A consortium or partnership (with a lead organisation that is one of the above)
What you can get funding for
You can apply for funding to support activities that promote and raise awareness of the Windrush Scheme (documentation), the Windrush Compensation Scheme, or both, to members of your community who can apply for them.
Funding could be used for:
- Holding events, for example the cost of the venue, refreshments and other related costs
- Creating and sharing marketing materials, like leaflets and posters
- Running communication campaigns in person and online
- Accessing and using communication channels, for example social media or local radio
- Supporting people who are eligible for the Windrush Scheme (documentation), the Windrush Compensation Scheme or both
- Getting support from corporate partners, public figures or advocates
For more information and to apply click here or email: [email protected]
Deadline: 30 June 2021