Introduction- overview of the funding
The KFC Youth Foundation provides grants to support grassroots organisations in the communities where KFC’s restaurants are located. The Foundation works with organisations who are empowering young people in the UK to fulfil their potential by providing safe social spaces, mentoring or work, and social skills.
Who is eligible to apply?
Registered charities, registered community interest companies, unincorporated clubs or associations or unregistered charities in the UK, with a turnover of less than £300,000 can apply.
Applications are welcome from such organisations which:
- Are based in the UK.
- Have existed for at least 12 months at the time of submission.
- Have a signed constitution/governing documents.
- Have a bank account in its own name with two unrelated signatories/dual authorisation.
- Have an active board of trustees or directors.
- Have accounts detailing income and expenditure over the past 12 months.
- Have a suitable safeguarding policy.
What are the funder priorities?
The funding is intended for projects and activities that:
- Benefit young people aged 11-25 years old.
- Support those in a position of economic disadvantage
- Empower all young people to fulfil their potential and build a positive future.
- Are local to a KFC restaurant.
- Will demonstrate positive results within 12 months of the receipt of funding.
How much can organisations apply for?
Grants of up to £2,500 are available.
What the funding can be used for
Funding can be use to cover costs such as:
- Materials
- Activities
- Staff posts
- Staff training
Is there a deadline?
Expression of interest deadline is 17th March 2024 midnight
Find out more/How to apply
There is a two-stage application process:
- Expression of Interest
- Applicants should first submit a two-minute video about their organisation.
- Applicants should then complete and submit an Expression of Interest form, via the link on the KFC Foundation’s website.
Successful groups will be notified of their outcome and invited to complete a full application.
Expression of Interest guidance and the application process can be found here
For further support from RVA with preparing your application or the policies and procedures required for this funding, contact Herjeet Randhawa at herjeet.randhawa@rva.org.uk