The Trust is open for applications from groups in Wales from 9th Jult until 24th August. Their small grants program exists to try to make the world a better place through short-term, project specific funding. Funding is for 3 month projects, ranging from £500 up to £5,000 in Wales to registered charities, community and voluntary […]

The Lloyds TSB Foundation fhas launched a new £2 million funding programme which has a focus on older people who are experiencing financial difficulties. It is offering grants up to a value of £50,000 over 3 years Applications must be for work that improves the life choices and chances for older people and: Offers a […]

When putting applications together for the Lottery; I have found the following pointers to improve success; – Keep it simple – keep to a simple aim for the application; this allows you to repeat / reinforce the message of the application. The more complex you make an application and the more you try to do, […]

According to HMRC 25% of charities are using the incorrect form to claim gift aid, you should be using the most recent version of form R68i, failure to do so may result in gift aid not being claimed. For more information and to get the most up to date for visit http://www.hmrc.gov.uk/charities/complete-form-r68i.htm

The Heritiage Lottery Fund is open for applications for their new grant fund All Our Stories. All Our Stories is an opportunity for everyone to get involved in their heritage. With our funding and support you could plan activities that help you explore, share and celebrate yours. http://www.hlf.org.uk/HowToApply/programmes/Pages/allourstories.aspx

Need assessment With greater emphasis being placed upon demonstrating the need for a project- the following information is designed to help a group identify the need for a project, it was originally written with a village hall in mind, but could be adapted and applied to other projects. 1) Identify the existing resource(if there is […]

Annual reports should not been seen as an administrative task that needs doing each year. They are an opportunity to show of the difference your organisations has made in the year, as well as to thank your supporters and volunteers. As you have to produce the report, it is worth investing a bit of extra […]