Deadline: 01-Aug-2026
The Warwick and Dominey Fund – General offers financial support to community-led initiatives that create measurable social impact. The programme primarily focuses on improving education outcomes and addressing systemic social inequality, with a strong emphasis on supporting young people.
The fund is delivered through periodic funding rounds and supports a wide range of grassroots and community-based organisations.
Funding Amount
- Average grant size: ~£4,000
- Total funding per round: ~£26,000
- Funding rounds: Twice per year
- No strict maximum limit, but most awards align with average grant levels
Key Objectives
- Advance education opportunities
- Address systemic social barriers
- Support young people and vulnerable communities
- Strengthen community wellbeing
- Enable long-term social impact through grassroots action
Eligible Organisations
Applicants must be non-profit and community-focused, including:
- Registered charities
- Charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs)
- Community interest companies (CICs)
- Social enterprises
- Schools
- Sports clubs
Additional conditions include:
- Legal registration required for organisations with income above £5,000
- Compliance with governance and financial transparency standards
- Clear community benefit focus
Eligible Activities
The fund supports a broad range of community-driven activities, including:
- Educational programmes and learning initiatives
- Youth engagement and development projects
- Community support services
- Mental health and wellbeing initiatives
- Intergenerational activities
- Operational and staffing costs
- Rent and essential equipment
Ineligible Activities
The fund does not support:
- Retrospective or already completed projects
- Political or religious promotion
- Animal welfare initiatives
- Overseas travel
- Statutory services funded by government
- Fundraising events
- Debt repayment
Application Process
Applicants may:
- Apply through a general application form, or
- Be assigned to a specific funding stream by the grants team
The application review process evaluates eligibility and alignment with fund priorities.
Required Documentation
Applicants must submit:
- Governing documents (constitution or equivalent)
- Financial statements or records
- Bank account verification details
- Information on leadership and governance
- Evidence of community benefit and project plan
Selection Criteria
Applications are assessed based on:
- Community impact and relevance
- Focus on education or youth support
- Organisational capacity and governance
- Financial transparency and sustainability
- Alignment with fund priorities
- Feasibility and expected outcomes
Example Funded Projects
Previously supported initiatives include:
- Intergenerational programmes reducing loneliness
- Youth support services for disadvantaged groups
- Mental health and wellbeing community services
- Family support initiatives during crisis situations
- Operational support for grassroots social organisations
Why This Fund Matters
- Strengthens grassroots social infrastructure
- Improves access to education and opportunity
- Supports young people facing disadvantage
- Helps sustain small community organisations
- Addresses long-term social inequality at local level
Conclusion
The Warwick and Dominey Fund – General provides flexible, community-focused funding that supports education, youth development, and social inclusion. By funding both project activities and operational needs, it helps small non-profit organisations deliver meaningful, locally driven impact across their communities.
For more information, visit Cambridgeshire Community Foundation.