This workshop is part of a mentored developmental support program provided by Migrant Community Network which will assist you access information & resources to apply for this fund.
Leeds Community Foundation has launched a new initiative for the city, The Leeds Fund. This shows our values and vision of creating a city of opportunity for all and will award small and large grants to reach communities across Leeds
The Micro Grants fund seeks to provide community grants that will support locally-based community activity across the city.
You can apply as an individual or a small group (income of the group must be under £5,000 per year).
You will know best what is needed in your community, but examples might include developing a new community garden; personal development workshops; skill development classes or activities that teach new skills and encourage independence and inter-generational activities.
Area
You must be based in Leeds and be benefiting Leeds residents.
Amount
You can apply for grants of up to £500
Fund Criteria
Applications must be able to show that they are addressing a specific need in the community. Applications are invited from individual people who are community activists / social entrepreneurs or groups with a turnover of under £5,000 looking to develop and / or implement ideas that benefit Leeds residents.
¨ Publicity, Capital (items such as equipment) and Revenue (running costs) projects will be considered
¨ The grants can be used to extend a current scheme / project or introduce a new idea / activity / pilot
¨ Applications should be for 50% – 100% of the overall project cost
¨ Organisations must be both based in Leeds and benefiting residents of Leeds You will know best what is needed in your community, but examples might include developing a new community garden; personal development workshops; skill development classes or activities that teach new skills and encourage independence; inter-generational activities.
We are not able to fund the following:
¨ Activities that promote political or religious beliefs or are sponsorship / fundraising events
¨ Groups or activity based outside Leeds
¨ Funding for activity that has already happened
¨ Private sector businesses or statutory organisations
¨ Activities that will only benefit one person, or a very small number of people
To join the workshop and get assistance with this fund:
Book your appointment with Shafique Sheikh, Lead Networker
07762 633432
shafique460@gmail.com
Migrant Community Network 