Deadline: 24-Sep-23
Applications are now open for the Unity Fund that is designed to build stronger communities by supporting LGBT+ grassroots organisations in London whose work enhances the lives of LGBT+ people.
Pride In London is keen to hear from all organisations that work to benefit the LGBT+ community. To ensure that the most marginalised voices are heard and able to benefit from this funding, they strongly encourage applications for projects led by LGBT+ people of colour, projects which involve Trans people, Non-Binary people, LGBT+ women, and those that are on the frontline in supporting LGBT+ communities during a crisis or major incident.
Funding Information
- Up to £5,000.
What types of items can be funded?
- Projects that will provide advancement to LGBT+ communities
- Emergency funding for LGBT+ projects, groups or organisations that are on the frontline in supporting the community during a crisis or major incident
What will the grant programme not fund?
- Projects from individuals
- Salaries of full-time or part-time staff
- Legal fees
- Political groups
- Activities that take place outside of the UK
- Organisations or projects that will distribute the grant money to others
- Commercial ventures
Eligibility Criteria
- In order to apply for The Unity Fund, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- LGBT+ grassroots organisations that are advocating for and addressing the needs of LGBT+ people in London.
- LGBT+ organisations with an annual budget not exceeding £100,000.
- Established as a Charity, Community Interest Company (CIC) or Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO). If neither, consideration can still be given, but applicants must be able to provide evidence of six-month continuous activism and have a fiscal sponsor.
- Able to provide a suitable plan on the use of the funding and for the avoidance of doubt, the funding should be aimed at promoting LGBT+ programs.
For more information, visit Pride In London.