Aims/priorities: The funding is intended for registered charities working in the current priority areas:
- Supporting offenders and ex-offenders into work, specifically for those looking to build skills and capability to get into sustainable work.
- Helping specific groups within the criminal justice sector that are less popular with funders than others.
The secondary funding area is focused on projects that work with young people (up to age 25 years) from disadvantaged and socio-economically challenged groups, such as immigrants, to ensure they are given every possible chance to realise their full potential and to participate fully in society.
Who can apply? Applications will be accepted from UK registered charities and charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs). In exceptional circumstances Community Interest Companies (CICs) may be considered.
Preference will be given to smaller charities and those instigating bespoke projects.
Grant amount: There are two levels of funding:
- Small grants of up to £5,000.
- Main Grants have no maximum amount.
Grants are normally awarded for one year only; however, in exceptional cases, applications for multi-year funding of up to three years, will be considered.
Application process: The guidelines and application forms can be found on the Trust's website.
The completed form must be printed, signed and posted to the Trust's office along with the supporting documents. It must arrive by midday on the closing date.
Deadline: Thursday 13 March 2025, midday.
Contact information: Email: charity@weavers.org.uk
Website: The Weavers' Company – Weaving, charity, and fellowship