Current funding opportunities

Criteria for the new £16.7m Hardship Fund announced

This year's Budget saw the announcement of a £16.7m Hardship Fund for the sector, building on the £42.5m Real Help for Communities action plan.

The Hardship Fund will provide grant support to third sector organisations in England delivering front-line services to the most vulnerable and disadvantaged people in society that have been affected by the recession.

Contract value: up to £250,000

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Capital Growth support

If you are interested in starting a community food growing project in London and already have access to a food growing space, then you could access extensive support from the Capital Growth Programme, run by Sustain.

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Futurebuilders Modernisation Fund

If your organisation is benefitting people or communities that are affected by the recession, then you could be eligible for a 0% interest loan for up to five years. On behalf of Real Help for Communities, Futurebuilders England is providing loans from between £30,000 and £500,000 to third sector organisations that are finding their services in particular demand as a consequence of the recession.

Application deadline: ongoing

Contract value: £30,000 - £500,000

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JobCentre Plus Recruitment Subsidy

The Recruitment Subsidy is a £1,000 payment to employers for recruiting eligible 6 month plus JSA customers into jobs which will last for 26 weeks or more, and average at least 16 hours per week. Eligible customers receive a voucher which they can use to market themselves to employers. This approach is aimed at smaller employers who will employ less than 12 people a year.

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London's Future 500

London's Future 500 provides paid work and training for unemployed young people in some of London's leading social enterprises.

The programme, which is funded under the Future Jobs Fund and runs until March 2011, is a partnership between Social Enterprise London, Striding Out and Prevista.

If you are aged between 16-24 and have been unemployed for at least six months (claiming Job Seekers Allowance), then click here to have a look at the outstanding opportunities which are available to you.

As well as a paid job, you will be offered mentoring supoort provided by Striding Out, and the opportunity to meet and share experiences with fellow London's Future 500 employees.

If you want a paid, fun, creative job that makes a difference then London's Future 500 is for you. 

Application deadline: Ongoing

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Employee Services, London Borough of Richmond

Contracting opportunity on behalf of the London Borough of Richmond upon Thames for the provision of employee services including an employee assistance programme.

Application deadline: 19 May 2010

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People's Millions 2010

A partnership between BIG and ITV, the People’s Millions funds new and original ideas that will make life better for people where they live. The overall aim of the competition is to fund projects that provide opportunities for people to enjoy their local area, whether indoors or out, and improve local facilities for all to enjoy.

Application deadline: 14 May 2010

Contract value: £20,000 - £50,000

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Music Tuition for Children and Young People – London Borough of Newham

Contracting opportunity on behalf of London Borough of Newham to provide tuition services as part of the "Every Child a Musician" framework.

Application deadline: 07/06/2010

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London Health Commission Awards

The London Health Commission Awards are a biennial event to recognise the achievements of London’s community groups and SMEs in improving health and well-being in the capital. Prizes include Have a leading film-maker work with you to produce film of your organisation and the use of a prestigious winner’s logo.

Application deadline: 18 June

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Sheila McKechnie Foundation Campaigner Awards

The annual SMK Campaigner Awards provide a support programme for emerging and grassroots campaigners. The awards scheme offers a unique development package to campaigners who are new to the field or operating with very little resources. The aim is to equip them with the skills they need to make a greater impact and achieve real change.

Application deadline: 28 June

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