Introduction
The Community Investment and Partnerships Team at SNG is delighted to announce the launch of the first EDI Microgrants Programme, a programme which aims to support equality, diversity, and inclusion across their communities by bringing people and partners together with a diversity of experiences, perspectives and backgrounds.
Who is eligible to apply?
Applications will only be accepted from:
- Formally constituted resident groups
- Not-for-profit organisations
- Community Interest Companies (CIC)
- Registered charities
- Schools
With
- A bank account in the name of the group/organisation
- A Management Committee or Governing Board
- Appropriate policies and procedures relevant to the group activities
- Public Liability Insurance, to cover all risk associated with the activities of the organisations
What are the funder priorities?
Priority will be given to applications that have a clear EDI focus, objectives, a viable project plan and timetable.
How much can organisations apply for?
Grants from £500 up to £1000 are available to support community initiatives, activities and events
What the funding can be used for
- Cultural awareness/history projects and activities that celebrate diversity and Black, Asian and minority ethnics heritage.
- Events that embrace inclusion and belonging
- Projects that address under-representation and promote active participation.
- Workshops/Networking events that amplify women and girl voices
- Locally based interventions that support and increase the visibility and acceptance of LGBTQ+ people and communities.
- Activities that support people with learning disabilities
- Activities that promote Inter-generational connections
- Campaigns that embrace cultural differences, challenge the status quo and create transformational change within our communities.
- Activities and peer support for migrants and refugees to overcome the barriers they face and support their integration into the community
- Community research on EDI best practices
Is there a deadline?
The deadline for applications is 23 February, 2024 at 12pm.
Find out more/how to apply
Applications should be sent via the following online form to: community.development@sng.org.
Supporting documents required are:
- An Organisation letterhead/email which includes your Organisation logo, name, address and contact information as well as your full bank details (Account name, Name of Bank, Account number, Sort code). *Compulsory
- Copy of governing document *Compulsory
- Case study, good story or short film * Optional
Supporting documents or any other queries should be sent via email to: community.development@sng.org.
Successful grantees will need to complete a small grant report. A link to a brief online monitoring and evaluation form will be sent to you once you start the programme, to be completed by June 25th or the end of your project.
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