The Wharfedale Foundation Fund

They aim to fund projects that address the divisions in society by developing greater understanding of social justice and diversity.

Main Funding Programme –  a two stage process for organisations with an income of up to £250,000. The maximum amount that can be claimed is £2,500

Small Grants Programme – a one stage process  for smaller organisations with an income of less than £50,000  seeking grants of up to £500.

They fund projects:

• that focus on neighbourhoods and communities of interest,
• wher​e people are developing lasting relationships at a grassroots level,
• with the potential for positive, longer term change,
• that are willing to try out new ways of working that others can learn from,
• promoting the inclusion of people experiencing the most social and economic hardship,
• that enable people to be agents of change in their own lives and communities,

Selection criteria

Projects applying for funding need to:

• be located within the Yorkshire and Humber region,
• be able to demonstrate longer term financial and project planning, involving multiple streams of funding,
• demonstrate innovative or creative ways of addressing areas of concern,
• demonstrate how change and transformation can be achieved in one or more of the following ways:
  • creating greater inclusivity by breaking down barriers of fear based on for example religious, cultural, ethnic or social difference or financial hardship,
  • integrating marginalised groups into mainstream society and promoting a welcoming culture,
  • aiding the integration of marginalised groups through environmental projects,
  • developing greater understanding of these issues through carrying out research.

For more information go to the Foundation’s website (opens in a new tab)