Covid 19 update – Thursday 19 March
Covid-19 news – What’s the latest, Charity Commission deadline delay, request for sector support from government & emergency appeals, what’s closed and what’s open,
Universal Credit Transition Fund Grant application process now open
Could your organisation use some DWP money to help support people into work or to claim Universal Credit? The Universal Credit Transition Fund Grant application process is open until 31 March.
Women in Innovation awards
Innovate UK has announced a new wave of Women in Innovation Awards to find and support the UK’s most promising female innovators to develop their ideas and scale up their businesses.
Coronavirus – further impact on charity sector
Coronavirus – Covid 19 UK Aid umbrella organisation set up for support organisations, London Marathon postponed, funders prepared to be flexible, and rescue loan scheme may not apply to charities
News for charity retailers and recyclers
Charity shops can join a new Safeguarding scheme, to help them ensure staff, volunteers and customers are protected, and charity recyclers also have a TRUST scheme to ensure standards.
Current government consultations
Government consultations around the DWP engaging with disabled people, care leavers provision, rthe dormant assets scheme, and the Victims’ Code.
Supporting our communities via Crowdfund Cornwall
Cornwall Council is teaming up with Crowdfunder to boost funding to community groups: Community Chest , Grow Nature Seed Fund and Cornwall Social Inclusion Fund for Adult Social Care.
New fund to encourage cross-sector collaboration
£3m of new National Lottery money available for cross-sector collaboration on local health and wellbeing projects. Voluntary organisations invited to apply…
Charities seek clarity on replacement EU funds
Charitable organisations have written to the Chancellor, Sajid Javid, seeking clarity on the replacement for EU funds, and details on their manifesto pledge: UK Shared Prosperity Fund.
Crowdfunder now offering free fundraising platform
Crowdfunder now has fee-free charity fundraising, where 100% of money pledged goes to the charity, as well as project-based and Big Impact sections, with a 3% fee.
Funding Opportunities
Funding opportunities for disadvantaged children, and for disadvantaged communities, plus to help people realise their sporting ambitions, and the Comic Relief Community Fund.
Holiday hunger and holiday clubs
Funding to run holiday clubs, and additional government funding for schools to offer breakfast clubs and holiday provision.
Disaster relief funds for core costs?
Should money donated for disaster relief fund core costs? In a blog for NCP, Martha Mackenzie argues that transparency is key, together with greater understanding by donors.
ESF updates
ESF, ERDF and other EU funding will continue as planned, now the UK has left the EU. Plus, find out about ESF-funded growth-hub seminars.
Applications open for grants that inspire ambition in women and girls
Got ideas for projects that will benefit women and girls in Cornwall? Cornwall Women’s Fund has opened for its first founding round!
Funding Opportunities
Funding streams currently open – marine conservation, to increase access to swimming, for projects involving new technology, and to address social issues.
Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust consultation
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust is asking for help to direct their future grant awarding programme. If you work with armed forces (current and ex), please let them know your views.
Council consultations
Have your say on Council consultations, including the budget, planning services, the Fire and Rescue Service’s emergency response standards, and the proposed A39 route near Camelford..
Eight common issues with Gift Aid
8 common mistakes that organisations make with Gift Aid. Are you falling into any of these pitfalls? How can you get the most out of your Gift Aid scheme?
Social Investment funding expanded to charities
Access, the Foundation for Social Investment, is rolling out its funding programme to charities and social enterprises working in mental health & equality, homelessness and youth.