Funding from Statutory Sources
What are they?
The Government has a number of funding streams that can be accessed through departments. Some quangos are still operating but it is wise to check.
A useful website to start is www.direct.gov.uk/en/Governmentcitizensandrights and follow the links through UK government, then more about UK Government.
Please note
Whilst we attempt to keep information up to date, occasionally addresses change and we are not notified. Usually websites provide access to up to date information.
Who can apply?
Voluntary, community and faith sector organisations, and sometimes local authorities.
What do they fund?
A variety of 'good causes' that lie within the Government's current priorities. The Government and its agencies increasingly contract for services with the Voluntary Sector.
How do you apply?
Usually through completing an Application Form. Sometimes a business plan is needed. To find out about these funding opportunities, it can help to get involved in appropriate networks.
The exact nature of statutory funding pots depends on the size of grant available.
Large Pots (over ₤10,000):
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Pros: |
Cons: |
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Can fund ongoing work |
Increasing competition for funds |
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Can fund salaries and running costs (sometimes) |
Applicants have to fit funders' priorities which are often particular |
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Will often fund unpopular causes |
May have strings attached (e.g. certain level of service required) |
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Large-scale funding |
Strict eligibility criteria |
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Groups can reapply to continue the same project year after year |
Can have complex application and monitoring procedures |
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Staff support often available |
More of a focus on project/contract funding |
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May need Match funding |
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Larger applications can be complicated and time consuming |
Small Pots (₤10,000 and under):
| Pros: | Cons: |
| Quick and Easy | Small Amounts |
| Staff support often available | Short term |
| Wide range of causes | |
| Often local |
Some of the more important national statutory agencies that fund the Voluntary and Community Sector are listed below. Not all them have ongoing funding schemes. Government departments and regional information is available separately.
Social, Health, Education, Training and Employment
Skills Funding Agency/YPLA
The Skills Funding Agency, works alongside the Young People's Learning Agency (YPLA). and Regional Development Agencies (RDAs). The YPLA is an agency of the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills.
Website: http://www.skillsfundingagency.bis.gov.uk
Equality and Human Rights Commission
Equality and Human Rights Commission brings together the work of three previous equality commissions and also takes on responsibility for the other aspects of equality: age, sexual orientation and religion or belief, as well as human rights. Website: www.equalityhumanrights.com
England - Equality and Human Rights Commission
Freepost RRLL-GHUX-CTRX
Arndale House
Arndale Centre
Manchester
M4 3EQ
Tel: 0845 604 6610 Textphone: 0845 604 6620 Fax: 0845 604 6630
Email: info@equalityhumanrights.com
Wales - Equality and Human Rights Commission Helpline Wales
Freepost RRLR-UEYB-UYZL
3rd Floor
3 Callaghan Square
Cardiff
CF10 5BT
Tel: 0845 604 8810 Textphone: 0845 604 8820 Fax: 0845 604 8830
Email: wales@equalityhumanrights.com
Scotland - Equality and Human Rights Commission Helpline Scotland
Freepost RRLL-GYLB-UJTA
The Optima Building
58 Robertson Street
Glasgow
G2 8DU
Tel: 0845 604 5510 Textphone: 0845 604 5520 Fax: 0845 604 5530
Email: scotland@equalityhumanrights.com
Northern Ireland - Equality Commission for Northern Ireland
Equality House
7 - 9 Shaftesbury Square
Belfast
BT2 7DP
Tel: 028 90 500600
Fax: 028 90 248687
Textphone : 028 90 500589
Email: information@equalityni.org
Website: www.equalityni.org
Environment and Heritage
Natural England
Natural England is the government's adviser on the natural environment.
Natural England
Foundry House
3 Millsands
Riverside Exchange
Sheffield
S3 8NH
Tel: 0300 060 2745
Fax: 0300 060 1622
Telephone (local rate): 0845 600 3078*
Email: enquiries@naturalengland.org.uk
http://www.naturalengland.org.uk/about_us/contact_us/default.aspx
British Waterways Board
British Waterways is a public corporation responsible for 2000 miles of navigable canals and rivers in England, Scotland and Wales.
British Waterways Board
Willow Grange
Church Road
Watford
Herts
WD17 4QA
Tel: 01923 201120
Fax: 01923 201400
Email: enquiries.hq@britishwaterways.co.uk
Website: http://www.britishwaterways.co.uk/
English Heritage (The Historic Buildings and Monuments Commission for England)
English Heritage exists to protect and promote England's spectacular historic environment and ensure that its past is researched and understood.
English Heritage
Customer Services Department
PO Box 569
Swindon
SN2 2YP
Tel: 0870 333 1181
Fax: 01793 414926
Email: customers@english-heritage.org.uk
Website: http://www.english-heritage.org.uk/
Historic Scotland
Historic Scotland safeguards the nation's historic environment and promotes its understanding and enjoyment
Historic Scotland
Longmore House
Salisbury Place
Edinburgh
EH9 1SH
Tel: 0131 668 8600
Details of grants available are available at website:
http://www.historic-scotland.gov.uk/index/grants.htm
Cadw
Cadw's protects, conserves, and promotes an appreciation of the built heritage of Wales.
Cadw
Welsh Assembly Government
Plas Carew
Unit 5/7 Cefn Coed
Parc Nantgarw
Cardiff
CF15 7QQ
Tel: 01443 33 6000
Fax: 01443 33 6001
Email: Cadw@Wales.gsi.gov.uk
Website: www.cadw.wales.gov.uk
Environment and Heritage Service Northern Ireland
Environment and Heritage Service is responsible for the implementation of environmental policy in Northern Ireland (as a part of the Department of the Environment Agency.) It also manages local Country Parks, Countryside access, the Monuments and Buildings Record Belfast, Historic Monuments and events in relation to these. The EHS is also responsible for the Protection of wildlife sites, habitats, species, archaeological sites historic monuments buildings, water quality, regulating and controlling pollution, promoting environmental quality, overseeing waste management and publishing leaflets & booklets on the above subject matter.
EHS
Historic Building & Monuments
Waterman House
5-33 Hill St
Belfast
BT1 2LA
Tel: 028 9054 3034
Email: bh@doeni.gov.uk
EHS
Natural Heritage
Commonwealth House
35, Castle Street
Belfast BT1 1GU
Tel: 028 9054 6595
Email: sonia.ramshaw@doeni.gov.uk
Website: www.ehsni.gov.uk
Arts
Arts Council England
Arts Council England is the national development agency for the arts in England . Between 2005 and 2008, we are investing �1.7 billion of public funds from government and National Lottery. This is the bedrock of support for the arts in England .
They believe that the arts have the power to transform lives and communities, and to create opportunities for people throughout the country.
Their vision is to promote the arts at the heart of national life, reflecting England's rich and diverse cultural identity. They want people throughout England to experience arts activities of the highest quality.
Arts Council England
14 Great Peter Street
London
SW1P 3NQ
Tel: 0845 300 6200
Fax: 020 7973 6590
Textphone: 020 7973 6564
Email: enquiries@artscouncil.org.uk
Website: www.artscouncil.org.uk
Regional contacts are listed on their website or see regional pages on this website.
Arts Council of Northern Ireland
The Arts Council of Northern Ireland provides valuable information services to the arts community and play an important part in encouraging support for the arts from others: district councils, the educational sector, economic development agencies, private sponsors and charitable trusts.
Arts Council of Northern Ireland
MacNeice House
77 Malone Road
Belfast
BT9 6AQ
Tel: 02890 385200
Fax: 028 90 661715
Email: info@artscouncil-ni.org
Website: www.artscouncil-ni.org
Creative Scotland
Creative Scotland serves the people of Scotland by fostering arts of excellence through funding, development, research and advocacy.
They aim:
- To increase participation in the arts.
- To support artists in Scotland to fulfil their creative and business potential.
- To place the arts, culture and creativity at the heart of learning.
Scottish Arts Council
Waverley Gate, 2-4 Waterloo Place
Edinburgh
EH1 3EG
Tel: 0330 333 2000
Fax: 0131 225 9833
Email: enquiries@creativescotland.com
Website: www.creativescotland.com
The Arts Council of Wales
The Arts Council of Wales wants to see a robust and secure sector, capable of developing and evolving over time as circumstances in Wales change. The role of the arts as part of Welsh culture is integral and immutable, and it is in partnership with artists, arts organisations, local authorities and the Welsh Assembly Government that this message will continue to be reinforced. The way that this role is delivered on the ground will change over time as Wales as a nation grows and develops.
Arts Council of Wales
9 Museum Place
Cardiff
CF1 3NX
Tel: 029 20 376500
Fax: 029 20 221447
Textphone: 029 20 390027
Website: www.artswales.org.uk
Sport
UK Sport
UK Sport works in partnership with the home country sports councils and other agencies to lead sport in the UK to world-class success.
UK Sport
40 Bernard Street
London
WC1N 1ST
Tel: 0207 211 5100
Email: info@uksport.gov.uk
Website: www.uksport.gov.uk
Sport England
Sport England aims to lead the development of sport in England by influencing and serving the public, commercial and voluntary sectors.
Their aim is:
- more people involved in sport
- more places to play sport
- more medals through higher standards of performance in sport.
Sport England
3rd Floor Victoria House
Bloomsbury Square
London
WC1B 4SE
Tel: 08458 508 508 ( Monday-Friday, 8am to 6pm )
Fax: 020 7383 5740
Email: info@sportengland.org
Website: www.sportengland.org
Sports Council Northern Ireland
The Sports Council for Northern Ireland aims to make sport happen for the people of Northern Ireland .
As a lead facilitator in the development of sport the Council will work with partners to:
- Increase and sustain committed participation, especially amongst young people;
- Raise the standards of sporting excellence and promote the good reputation and efficient administration of sport.
Sports Council for Northern Ireland
House of Sport
Upper Malone Road
Belfast
BT9 5LA
Tel: 02890 382222
Fax: 028 9068 2757
Email: info@sportni.net
Website: www.sportni.net
Sport Scotland
Sportscotland's goal is to see more people participating in sport and enjoying its benefits. They want the whole Scottish population to be involved, from primary schoolchildren to elite athletes.
Sport Scotland
Caledonian House
1 Red Hewghs Rigg
South Gyle
Edinburgh
EH12 9DQ
Tel: 0131 317 7200
Fax: 0131 317 7202
Email: library@sportscotland.org.uk
Website: www.sportscotland.org.uk
