Grassroots organisations based in the UK can apply for funding from the Windrush Justice Programme to support their advocacy efforts for those seeking to access the Windrush Compensation Scheme. The programme, made available through Action for Race Equality, is offering small grants of £22,000 (over two years) to help organisations cover the costs of caseworkers, administrative expenses, venue fees, and staffing costs. The programme aims to support those affected by the scandal, helping them navigate the complex process of applying for compensation and securing their legal status. Currently there is no application closing date given. However, the grant must be spent by 31st December 2025. Windrush Justice Programme (UK)

UK charities and social enterprises supporting children and young people, disadvantaged families, prisoners, and ex-offenders can apply for funding to help cover their core costs. Small grants of up to £3,000 and large grants of over £3,000 are available. However, only a few large grants are awarded. The funding will support small-scale, local initiatives that make good use of volunteers, encourage past and current users to participate, and ensure that funds awarded will promote community cohesion and the development of skills that will change the outlook and outcomes for their users. Preference is given to small to medium-sized charities where small grants can have more impact. The funding is being made available through the Woodward Charitable Trust which will accept applications until 12pm on the 26th July 2024. Funding to Support Core Costs of Small Charities (UK)

Small and local charities in England and Wales led by and working with d/deaf and disabled people experiencing poverty can apply for a three-year unrestricted grant of up to £75,000.  The funding is available through the Lloyds Bank Foundation for England and Wales. To be eligible, applicants must be led by the communities they serve, provide advice and/or advocacy on social security, deliver services that meet the individual needs of the Disabled people they support, and have an annual income of between £25,000 and £500,000. The grant application deadline is 5pm on the 28th August 2024. Grants of up to £75,000 for Charities Led by and Working with d/Deaf and Disabled People (England and Wales)

Small-to-mid-size registered charities helping improve the quality of life of people in the UK, particularly those disadvantaged and vulnerable, can apply for grants of up to £5,000. The funding is being made available through the Hedley Foundation. Each year, the Foundation makes around 250 grants for initiatives that benefit the lives of young people, disabled people, elderly people, the terminally ill, and otherwise disadvantaged people and their carers. Occasional larger sums are given to charities where high impact can be achieved. Applications should be received at least 6 weeks before the next review meeting on the 13th November 2024. Grants to Improve the Quality of Life for Disadvantaged & Vulnerable People (UK)

The Hilden Charitable Fund has reopened its UK funding programme and is now accepting applications. The fund is offering grants ranging from £5,000 to £7,000. It focuses on two key areas: supporting asylum seekers and refugees by integrating them into the community and aiding prisoners, especially women, with coping, maintaining family bonds, and successful resettlement post-release. They also welcome applications for post-release projects to reduce reoffending. Eligible applicants include registered charities, charitable incorporated organisations, community interest companies (limited by guarantee), charitable companies, and excepted charities. The application deadline is 3 p.m. on July 11, 2024, and decisions are typically made within 10 to 12 weeks. Hilden Charitable Fund Re-Opens its UK Funding Programme (UK)