Looking for funding for your community group or voluntary organisation in County Durham or South Yorkshire?
Check out our funds with February deadlines, including the @OnPathEnergy Marr Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund.
To apply, visit our website: pointnorth.org.uk/grants/
Our thoughts are with his wife, Lady Nicholson, his daughter and family during this difficult time. Sir Paul will be dearly missed, but his legacy will forever remain at the heart of Point North’s mission.
We're hiring!
We’re looking for a Fund Manager to join our team in County Durham.
If you’re organised, compassionate, & excited to help donors & community groups create a brighter tomorrow, this could be your perfect role.
Apply by visiting our website: pointnorth.org.uk/fund-manag…
As the countdown to the end of the year begins, we’re taking a moment to reflect and to thank YOU for being part of our journey.
Watch our short video to see some of our highlights from this year👇
Our office will be closed from 4pm on Fri 20 Dec & reopens on Mon 6 Jan 2025.
If you're submitting a grant application, don’t worry—we'll process it when we're back.
Merry Christmas & a happy New Year from all of us at Point North! 🎅🎄
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Thank you to everyone who has been part of our journey this year.
Some of our highlights:
💷 Awarded £5.5 million in grants
🌟 Enriched the lives of 1.6 million people
🤝 Supported 643 groups and charities
🪙 Opened 60+ funds
🎉 Launched our bold and award-winning rebrand
The North East’s first Multibank has opened.
Supported by @AmazonUK and with backing from @GordonBrown, The Junction Multibank will support more than 75,000 families in Tees Valley by providing essentials all in one place.
“Charities are being asked to do more and more with less and less funding.”
Ahead of the budget, our Chief Executive, Michelle Cooper shares her initial thoughts on the upcoming budget and the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
#AutumnBudget
Applications for the @OnPathEnergy Penny Hill Wind Farm Community Fund closes on Wednesday 16 October.
Up to £7,000 is available for a range of community or environmental projects.
Find out more and apply🔽
pointnorth.org.uk/grants/pen…
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Applications for our Hook Moor Wind Farm Community Fund close on Wednesday 9 October.
Up to £3,000 is available for a range of community or environmental projects.
Find out more and apply🔽 pointnorth.org.uk/grants/hoo…
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Applications for our Lambs Hill Wind Farm Community Fund close this Tuesday 1 October.
Up to £3,000 is available for a range of community or environmental projects.
Find out more and apply🔽
pointnorth.org.uk/grants/lam…
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Applications for our Moor House Wind Farm Community Fund close this Tuesday 1 October.
Up to £7,000 is available for a range of community or environmental projects.
Find out more and apply🔽
pointnorth.org.uk/grants/moo…
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Young Carers spend more time isolated & caring for loved ones during the school holidays.
Which is why we're proud to support The Junction Foundation with a grant to provide opportunities for Young Carers to attend social events & group trips.
See their latest adventure👇
“Coming here, that’s the only person they might have spoke to in that day.”
We were moved by Lesley and Caroline's stories on how our Welcome Spaces Fund is making a difference in Shildon, reducing isolation and building community.
Our Acumen Legacy Fund is open & helping people in East Durham access training & employment support.
Grants up to £1,000 can be used to cover costs of:
Course equipment
Travel to training
Childcare
Interview clothes
Driving lessons
For more & to apply:
pointnorth.org.uk/grants/acu…
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The NHS North East and North Cumbria @NorthernCancer Prehabilitation Fund is now open!
Grants between £5,000 and £10,000 are available for projects that make a difference to the health & wellbeing of people living with cancer.
Find out more & apply🔽
pointnorth.org.uk/grants/nor…
ALT Light purple background. Point North logo above a dark purple arrow in the bottom left corner. Northern Cancer Alliance Prehabilitation Fund. Sunday 8 September
Thank you, Jubilee Fields Community Centre for a showing us around your Welcome Space.
We loved meeting your team, community and volunteers and hearing about how you've helped people feel less alone and isolated with a grant from our Welcome Spaces Fund.
In July, we launched three new health & wellbeing grants for groups & individuals in County Durham & the wider North East.
Grants between £500 and £10,000 are available to apply for now.
To find out more & apply, please visit: pointnorth.org.uk/grants/
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ALT Light purple background. Point North logo above a dark purple arrow in the bottom left corner. Northern Cancer Alliance Community Connectors Fund. Sunday 8 September
ALT Light purple background. Point North logo above a dark purple arrow in the bottom left corner. Northern Cancer Alliance Prehabilitation Fund. Sunday 8 September
Huge well done to Nigel for completing an incredible 84 mile walk in 8 days to raise funds for Jubilee Community Centre, a recipient of our Welcome Spaces Fund!
There’s still time to donate to Nigel’s fundraiser!
gofundme.com/f/nigels-hadria…
What doesn't change is our commitment to fighting poverty and enriching lives, and our determination to create a better today and a brighter tomorrow for people in our region.
➡️ pointnorth.org.uk/about/rebr…
So, as Point North, we will continue to serve our communities in County Durham and Darlington but also in the Tees Valley and the wider North East - as the need grows and as the wishes of our donors change.
The decision to rebrand now is to better reflect the day-to-day work we’re already doing and have been doing for some time.
Our grant making footprint is expanding, our donor geography is expanding and we know the need is greater than ever.
➡️ pointnorth.org.uk/about/rebr…
Today, County Durham Community Foundation becomes Point North.
We will celebrate our 30th anniversary next year, and our switch from County Durham Community Foundation to Point North is designed to put is in the best position for the next 30 years.
➡️ pointnorth.org.uk/about/rebr…
Applications for our Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund near Broom Hill, Langley & High Hope II close this Sunday 21 July.
Up to £2,000 is available for a range of community or environmental projects.
Find out more and apply🔽
cdcf.org.uk/grants-for-group…
Our Organisational Sustainability Fund is open.
The Fund provides grants to sustain current work, increase capacity, or improve sustainability.
Annual income <£750K? Apply for up to £10K
Annual income <£250K? Apply for up to £5K
Find out more🔽
cdcf.org.uk/grants-for-group…
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Dark pink font highlighted in light pink: Organisational Sustainability Fund.
Bold text: Rolling applications.
Normal text: Grants between £5,000 and £10,000 to support organisations in County Durham and Darlington sustain their current work, increase their capacity and improve their future sustainability.
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🚨 Fund Open: Youth Opportunities Fund
Our Youth Opportunities Fund provides grants up to £1,000 to support people under 24 in County Durham reach their potential in a particular sport or field.
Find out more & apply🔽
cdcf.org.uk/apply-for-a-gran…
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Dark pink font highlighted in light pink: Youth Opportunities Fund. Bold text: Rolling applications.
Normal text: Grants up to £1,000 to support talented young people under 24 progress and achieve their potential in any sport or field.
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Applications for our Wind Farm Community Benefit Funds near Walkway, Trimdon Grange and Butterwick Moor close on Sunday 7 July.
Grants up to £5,000 are available for a range of community or environmental projects.
Find out more and apply🔽
cdcf.org.uk/grants-for-group…
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Dark pink font highlighted in light pink: Trimdon Grange Wind Farm Fund.
Dark pink font highlighted in light pink: Trimdon Grange Wind Farm Fund.
Bold text: Apply by Sunday 7 July.
Normal text: Grants up to £5,000 to support groups near the Trimdon Grange Wind Farm provide community or environmental projects.
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Dark pink font highlighted in light pink: Walkway Wind Farm Fund.
Bold text: Apply by Sunday 7 July.
Normal text: Grants up to £5,000 to support groups near the Walkway Wind Farm provide community or environmental projects.
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Dark pink font highlighted in light pink: Butterwick Moor Wind Farm Fund.
Dark pink font highlighted in light pink: Butterwick Moor Wind Farm Fund.
Bold text: Apply by Sunday 7 July.
Normal text: Grants up to £5,000 to support groups near the Butterwick Moor Wind Farm provide community or environmental projects.
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The rising cost of food, energy and other essential items is putting pressure on household budgets and families are having to make impossible choices.
Our CEO, Michelle Cooper, explains why we’re backing the #OurEssentials campaign, led by @TrussellTrust and @jrf_uk
Watch 👇
Our Welcome Spaces Fund supported 117 local organisations to offer a warm and welcome space, hot food and essential items to more than 12,600 people in County Durham.
Paul* is one of those people.
This is his story.
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#GuaranteeOurEssentials
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Right now, one in five people in County Durham are struggling to stay warm, fed and clean.
If we are to build a brighter tomorrow, we first need a better today.
This starts with everyone having access to essential items.
#GuaranteeOurEssentials @TrussellTrust @jrf_uk
The excitement of #euro2024 is kicking in, so of course, we're diving right in with an office sweepstake! ⚽️
Is it fair to say Sarah isn’t too pleased with the country she drew? 😂
Our team completed an ‘Introduction to Neurodiversity in the Workplace’ training with Rosie from Divergent Consulting.
We explored:
Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity Simulation
Reasonable Accommodations
Sensory Overload
Executive Functions
Thank you for the fidget bags Rosie!
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Agenda
Introduction & housekeeping etc. Introduction to neurodiversity. Neurodiversity simulation. Reasonable accommodations. Sensory overload. The social side. Executive functions. Spikey profiles.
Is your community group in need of funding to sustain current work or grow? Our Organisational Sustainability Fund can support you with up to £5k. This can cover core costs or be used to develop new services. bit.ly/3sJlLvz
One week left to apply for up to £6,000 from the Darlington Building Society Fund to continue (or start) charitable work or community projects that enrich lives and have a positive impact on your local area. @DarlingtonBS
Read more + apply by 30 May bit.ly/49U8Lm4
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No Poverty
Health & Wellbeing
Reduced Inequality
Stronger Communities
Climate Action
🚨 Up to £5,000 for orgs working in County Durham & Darlington
Orgs with an annual income of less than £250,000 can apply for our Organisational Sustainability Fund to go towards sustaining current work, increasing capacity or improving sustainability.
bit.ly/3sJlLvz
🚨 Fund Open: Acumen Legacy Fund
Grants up to £1,000 for unemployed people living in East Durham who are facing barriers to employment, skills development or vocational training programmes.
Find out more and apply through our website.
bit.ly/3UxhC7L
Nominations are now open for the 10th North East Charity Awards! 🎉
Join us in celebrating the people & charities of the North East who are making a difference every day.
Visit the website and nominate before 3 July.
northeastcharityawards.co.uk…#NECharityAwards@NECharityAwards
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Be part of our 10th year celebrations in 2024
Nominations are now open
#NECharityAwards
Up to £6,000 is available from the Darlington Building Society Fund for charities and voluntary-led organisations to continue their work, develop services and fund projects that positively impact local communities. @DarlingtonBS
Read more + apply bit.ly/49U8Lm4
ALT Up to £6,000 for charities and voluntary-led organisations to deliver projects that fit into one of these themes:
No Poverty
Health & Wellbeing
Reduced Inequality
Stronger Communities
Climate Action
Communities near wind farms could access funds for events and activities in your area thanks to the Banks Renewables Funds. Check our website if you live in any of the following areas for grants ranging from £3,000 - £7,000 (location dependent).
bit.ly/3W9DSad
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Armistead Wind Farm
Heysham South Wind Farm
Hook Moor Wind Farm
Hazlehead Wind Farm
Lambs Hill Wind Farm
Marr Wind Farm
Moor House Wind
Penny Hill Wind Farm
Kype Muir, South Lanarkshire
This Thursday 2 May, join us for a Virtual Funding Information Session with @DurhamComAction
We'll let you know which of our funds are open, who can apply and how to apply. We'll answer any questions you have to make the application process easier.
durhamcommunityaction.org.uk…
A few days left to create a brighter tomorrow for County Durham students
The Atom Futures Fund offers £250 to Year 13 pupils who apply to a Russell Group University, plus more funding if the pupil is successful. Apply by 29 April, more details ➡️ bit.ly/4420Sdi
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North East: 30%
London: 51%
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North East: 30.4%
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Calling higher education teachers in County Durham
🚨 One week left for year 13 students to apply for an unrestricted financial incentive to support an application to a Russell Group University with the Atom Futures Fund.
Find out more on our website bit.ly/4420Sdi
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An unrestricted £250 financial incentive for Year 13 students who are currently attending a state school in County Durham and who are applying to a Russell Group University.
Funded by Atom bank’s Atom Futures Fund.
We joined Pelton Fell Community Partnership for Shrove Tuesday! We visited with the High Sheriff of County Durham, Anne Elliott ahead of the High Sheriff Youth Awards later this month. The awards are a chance to thank youth groups enriching lives in County Durham and beyond.
The difference you can make in County Durham goes way beyond a donation. We need people like you, who care about shared community spaces, giving our children the best opportunities or ending poverty. Sign up to see how a little care goes a long way. bit.ly/3wq8Xvy
Community groups in County Durham!
Are you looking for extra funding?
Are you supporting your community through difficult times or helping make tomorrow a little better?
We've a range of grants to help. Sign up to be notified when grants are available bit.ly/3I3xmcK
Up to £5,000 available for organisations in the Stanley Parish Wards who focus on enriching the lives of the local community. Apply by Sunday 11 February.
cdcf.org.uk/foundation-news/…
Calling all Community Sports & Physical Activity groups in #CountyDurham. Grants of up to £2,000 available, apply before 20 February. Find out more and apply though out Website.
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Funds up to £2,000 available.
Imagine two young boys smiling running around a sports hall playing football.
The Saltway are offering an 8 week programme to small charities to help them thrive. Teaching you to plan, film, and edit your fundraising video to allow you to publish your appeal with confidence. Applications close 14 February.
To apply; bit.ly/3Owd1R5
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Applications close 14 February.
Visit their website for more information.
Calling all voluntary groups & charities in #CountyDurham, apply for funding to support your community work, visit our website to see all funds with deadlines this month & apply online.
We're looking for arts, culture & sports projects in particular.
cdcf.org.uk/foundation-news/…
ALT February Funds
Don't miss the chance to apply for funds for your charity or community group this month.
We've got funds for:
- arts and culture
- community sports
- activity in Stanley
- activity in Belmont
Visit our website.
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Organisations working across all aspects of health and wellbeing in County Durham and Darlington, who want to receive referrals from the NHS Waiting Well Fund, you could access up to £5,000 of funding to help with the programme.
Apply by 26 January bit.ly/42fxI9H
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Friday 26 January
For organisations who are receiving, or want to receive, referrals through the NHS Waiting Well Programme.
County Durham and Darlington
Up to £5,000
For anyone working with young people in County Durham, Darlington, Hartlepool and Stockton - you could receive up to £3,000 to support your work in the community.
Nominate yourself for the High Sheriff Awards by this Sunday, 21 January.
bit.ly/3GNAmt0
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Sunday 21 January
Nominate for the High Sheriff Youth Awards
County Durham, Darlington, Hartlepool and Stockton
Up to £3,000
For community groups with spaces available, you can apply for up to £3,000 this winter so that more people can access a warm and welcoming space in County Durham.
Find out more on our website about how to apply for the Welcome Spaces fund: bit.ly/4b0lTIq
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No deadline to apply, but funds must be used by the end of April.
For groups open this winter for people to access a welcoming and warm space.
County Durham
Up to £3,000
Are you working with young people in County Durham, Darlington, Hartlepool and Stockton? Nominate your group for a High Sheriff Award and receive up to £3,000 to help with your projects.
Be quick, deadline is 21 January!
cdcf.org.uk/grants-for-group…
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Calling all charities/not-for profits in #CountyDurham or #Darlington who are providing (or want to provide) support for patients on the Waiting Well Programme. Join our informal webinar on 11 January to find out more & see if you're eligible. Sign up forms.office.com/e/QM2dqS1h5…
Merry Christmas from all of us at the Foundation. We wish you a peaceful and happy festive season.
Our offices will be closed from 4pm today, 22 December and we'll be back at 9am on Tuesday 2 January 2024.
Calling all charities and not-for profits in County Durham or Darlington who are providing (or want to provide) support for patients on the Waiting Well Programme.
Join our informal webinar on 4 January to find out more & see if you're eligible.
Sign up bit.ly/48kP8Do
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Waiting Well
NHS Waiting Well Fund Webinar
Thank you to every person & business that contributed to our Poverty Hurts work - you've helped us exceed our £1 million target!
All the funds are being distributed to community groups, volunteer projects, individuals & families in need of support.
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Don't miss the deadline for the Household Support Fund, you can apply for up to £10,000 to make people's lives easier. Listen to how grants have already been used in this video.
For the County Durham area only, apply on our website by 17 December. bit.ly/3QS7YLa
Today is the final day to get applications in to us for the Organisational Sustainability Fund. This is for organisations in County Durham & Darlington. Up to £5,000 to help you sustain current work, increase capacity and improve future sustainability. bit.ly/3sJlLvz
ALT Organisational Sustainability Fun
Deadline is 11pm Thursday 30 November
For community groups in County Durham, we're joining @DurhamComAction on Mon 4 Dec to share information on some of our open funds, answer any questions you may have on eligibility and give advice on making an application. Online event, book here: bit.ly/3utqUIJ
ALT Funding information session
Monday 4 December, 1:30pm
Online session, sign up for the link
Information and advice on open funds
Household Support Funding – last chance to apply! Does your community group support people impacted by the rising costs of food, energy and other living expenses? Funding is available from our Household Support Fund, find out more on our website: bit.ly/3QS7YLa
ALT Household Support Fund
Deadline is Sunday 17 December
We've co-signed @nechildpoverty's letter to the Chancellor asking for an increase to Universal Credit in line with inflation because we need to alleviate the pressures and impacts of poverty, not burden families further.
Read more in @TheNorthernEchothenorthernecho.co.uk/news/2…
We see the importance of role models every day, people who make a difference or inspire others, that’s why the Wear Businesswomen Awards are so important to celebrate those leading the way.
Congratulations to all nominees and winners tonight!
@WearBusiness1#WearBizWomen
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Gifts made to @lumieredurham could be eligible for match funding from County Durham Community Foundation, unlocking funding for the Lumiere Learning & Participation programme and our Poverty Hurts Appeal. Thank you to @SherwoodsUK for choosing to make a difference County Durham.
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Sherwoods Motor Group
"As a family business, we've always seen it as part of our role to support the local community.”
ALT Lumiere Match Fund
We’ve joined forces with Lumiere Durham to double gifts made to Lumiere to make an even greater impact - unlocking funding for the year-round Lumiere Learning & Participation programme and the Poverty Hurts Appeal.
Recently we accompanied some donors of the Foundation on a visit to Lifeline Community Action. They showed us the work they do to provide essential goods and support to those most in need. Thank you to @AycliffeLCA for your commitment to fighting poverty and making a difference.
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If you're working with vulnerable communities in County Durham and the Tees Valley, come along to our Cost of Living Webinar to find out what funds you can access to help with high prices for food, energy and other essentials.
Find out more & register: cdcf.org.uk/events/cost-of-l…
ALT Cost of Living Funding Webinar
Thursday 19 October, 3pm - 4pm
County Durham Community Foundation
Nominations for the @bmeawards are open! From personal achievements to collective success for organisations who have advanced the opportunities for BME communities and demonstrated positive change in Tees Valley.
Nominate now, bmeawards.co.uk/nominate-now…
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Calling residents and stakeholders of #Peterlee - Peterlee Town Council is exploring options for a sustainable future for Shotton Hall as a community asset. They're keen to hear your views, take this short questionnaire, and find out about upcoming events bit.ly/3RuSJto
ALT Community Consultation
SHOTTON HALL
Would you like to see Shotton Hall better used for the community?
Wednesday 27th September
5pm - 7pm
Old Shotton, Peterlee, SR8 2PH
Help shape the future of this local landmark.
If you've had 'sustainability' on your radar for a while, but have no idea where to start, then training with @GoingGreen_NE is exactly what you need. We've joined forces with them to offer fully funded bursaries.
Apply by 30 Sept, find out more here: bit.ly/43ZAdMk
Everyone from County Durham is invited to reimagine the castle as their own piece of art as part of #LumiereDurham this year. Create a design, submit it to the Lumiere team and you could see your art up in lights. 💡
lumiere-festival.com/take-pa…
Voluntary and community groups in East Durham are invited to an in-person workshop and networking event on Monday 18 September, about how to get started in environmental sustainability.
Register here: lnkd.in/eXz5kc-P
ALT Get started in environmental sustainability workshop and networking event
- workshop: how to implement an environmental management system
- grants, bursaries, and environmental opportunities
- connect with peers in the VCSE sector
Monday 18th September, 1-4pmEast Durham Trust, Peterlee
Logos of: County Durham Community Foundation, East Durham Trust, Durham Community Action, VONNE, Going Green Together
⛑️ Health Improvement Fund Open
Grants of up to £7,500 for projects to improve the health and wellbeing for people in #CountyDurham and #Darlington.
Find out more on our website - deadline 8 Oct. bit.ly/3QUgsTt
ALT HEALTH IMPROVEMENT FUND
Grants of up to £7,500 for charitable organisations improving health and wellbeing for residents of County Durham and Darlington.
NHS logo in the bottom left corner
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