As we plan ahead, we’re excited to share that we’ll be inviting the first applications to our refreshed Main Grants Programme in the autumn. When the round opens, groups will be asked to complete a short Expression of Interest (EOI) as the first step. This will help us match applicants to the most suitable funds and provide clearer guidance early in the process.
Behind the scenes, we’re also developing a new grants and CRM system. This will include a portal for applicants to log into, where they can manage their own data, track applications and submit reports more easily. We hope this will make the process more accessible, transparent and efficient.
In the meantime, our Additional grant programmes continue to run as normal. You can find out more about these here.
The changes we’re making are designed to simplify and streamline the application process. We know that applying for funding takes time, and we’re working hard to make sure the new system reduces the burden on applicants while improving support throughout.
Please be reassured that we remain committed to maintaining our overall grants budget for the year and to supporting communities across Sussex. Our team is working hard to put everything in place, and we’re looking forward to continuing our funding relationships after the summer.
If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to get in touch – we’re always happy to help.
Our Main grants are made up of funding from our Donor Advised Funds and our discretionary funds, which our Grants Committee makes decisions on. We manage these funds to help local donors give to causes that they care about. When you apply to our Main grants, which is made up of over 100 funds, we match your application to the relevant funds that support your cause.
Our main grants are awarded through our four funding priorities and range from £1,000 to £10,000. Our current average grant size is just over £5,000. Funding provides support for organisations for up to one year, including both core operational costs and project expenses.
We particularly welcome applications from organisations led by and supporting people from, underrepresented communities. And those from small-to-medium-sized community groups.
Most of our grants are awarded to not-for-profit volunteer-led organisations whose annual income does not exceed £2 million. Make sure to check you’re eligible to apply for our funding before you start an application.
Before you start on our application form, make sure you read our full guidance on applying. This includes all the information you need to supply with your application and get ahead on completing the form.
Some of our funds give grants in specific geographical areas. These funds are included in our Main grant rounds and therefore applications are to be made on our Main grants’ application form.
Find out more about these funds below:
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