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Global’s Make Some Noise funds life changing projects delivered by small charities, making a real difference in communities across the UK. They're here to make sure nobody has to face life’s toughest challenges alone.As the official charity of Global, the Media and Entertainment Group, they tap into the power of Global’s radio brands including Capital, Heart, Classic FM, Smooth, LBC, Radio X, Capital XTRA and Gold, as well Global’s extensive outdoor advertising portfolio. They use this to raise money and shine a light on some of the biggest issues affecting charities. The current programme prioritises grant-giving for small charities that are working to address one of their key outcome areas for achieving change in communities across the UK:- Providing shelter and safety- Supporting physical and/or mental health- Developing life skills- Reducing isolation or improving inclusionThey are most likely to fund:- Staff salaries predominantly associated with direct delivery work- Any programme, sessional, service or project delivery costs- Equipment, technology, materials or refurbishment costs which are related to direct service delivery work- A contribution to running costs/overheads (in contribution to a wider direct-delivery programme)

The Good Business Fund is a grant offered to charities and social enterprises. If your organisation is passionate about making a positive impact then this grant may be for you.The Good Business Fund is Just Enough Brave's way of championing environmental sustainability and supporting organisations that share their vision. They want to hear from charities, social enterprises, and businesses that have a clear and positive environmental or social purpose and are dedicated to making a real difference in the world. If you're one of them, they're eager to join forces with you! Alongside Just Enough Brave's digital partner Altitude Design, every year, they offer up to £15,000 worth of free creative and digital consultancy time.

Seven Friends Foundation provides small grants to organisations that fulfil their charitable aims:- To support and promote causes that are ignored, unpopular or face widespread stigma- Create stronger local communities that include those who have previously been excluded or marginalised- Improve skills, infrastructure, sustainability and collaboration within the third sectorThe Foundation wants to support those organisations and causes that are unpopular or do not receive widespread public attention. This could be due to negative focus within the media; due to difficulty in accessing statutory, voluntary and institutional funding; due to the cause being seen as politically controversial; or because the issue is not typically seen as a charitable cause. Examples of these types of causes or groups may be:- Asylum seekers and refugees- Migrant communities- Offenders and ex-offenders- People experiencing violence or abuse- Sex workers- Trafficking and modern slavery- Dependency or Addiction- LGBT+- Sexual and reproductive healthThey look to support organisations to undertake work and projects which are sustainable beyond the period of funding

This trust supports a range of charitable organisation for work in Dundee and Tayside.Organisations supported include health and welfare organisations and groups which provide assistance to individuals suffering from physical and mental illnesses.

ASDA Foundation knows that accessible community spaces can be a lifeline for local people, and many of these spaces require funding to repair, renovate and develop them so that they can continue delivering vital activities and services.To be eligible to apply for this fund, your community space must be an accessible place where members of the community can interact, seek support and access a variety of services and activities.Grants between £10,000 and £20,000 are available to projects with one or more of the following objectives:Repair and Maintain Community Spaces- Projects that involve essential repairs or maintenance to ensure the facility remains safe, functional, and able to serve the community effectively. This could include critical work such as boiler replacement, roof or window repairs, or necessary refurbishments like replacing worn carpets to maintain a safe and welcoming environment.Expand and Improve Community Spaces- Projects aimed at enhancing or adapting spaces to better meet the needs of service users. This may involve improving accessibility for all, upgrading facilities to make them fit for purpose, or re-configuring areas to accommodate more users and activities within the existing footprint.The following lists provide some examples of the items and services that would and would not be funded. These lists are not exhaustive.Examples of what would be funded:- Kitchen and bathroom refurbishments- Roof and floor repairs- Disabled access ramps to a community building- Boilers and heating- Upgrades and replacements to windows and doors- Essential building security upgrades- Wallpaper, flooring- Outdoor community spaces which are maintained by the applicant group.- Must be open all year round and used by a range of groups.Examples of what wouldn’t be funded:- Fundraising, sponsorship or licenses- Solar panels / battery storage packs- Memorials & sensory gardens- Core cost: including project management, design and architecture fees- Heritage projects primarily focused on preserving a building for its historical significance rather than for active community use- VAT you can reclaim- Bars, beer gardens, or any part of a building where a bar operates- Projects which could negatively impact the reputation of The Asda Foundation- Vehicles or any other mobile structure- Road repairs/access roads, car parks and public paths- Playgrounds, public parks and nature reserves- Maintenance to pitches, sports grounds, and clubhouses which are used by only one organisation.- Applications only for non-essential decorative items – e.g. plants, frames, ornaments- Equipment and spaces used only by staff for administrative purposes.They encourage applications from groups with free to access services that are inclusive to many; they are less likely to fund groups with fees that prevent participation.Funding Priorities:- They are looking for community centres or spaces which host a variety of established community groups catering for a wide range of ages, demographics and needs and which offer a variety of activities throughout the week.- Youth centres offering targeted support to youths in areas of high deprivation in a space that offers a variety of activities, making a positive difference to health, wellbeing and the lives of young people. They would not accept applications for projects taking place in clubhouses used by only one organisation, or covering maintenance to pitches and grounds.- Centres which support the most vulnerable, in areas of high deprivation. Such as homeless shelters, food banks, dementia and elderly support, community cafes.

The Fuze Foundation’s Making a Difference Grant offers to support a small, registered Scottish charity delivering a meaningful project in Scotland.Applications are particularly encouraged from projects that demonstrate:- A clearly identified community need- A measurable and lasting impact- Good value for money- Support for vulnerable or disadvantaged people- Promotion of equality, dignity and inclusion- Sustainable outcomes beyond the life of the grant- Strong alignment with the charitable purposes and values of [The Fuze Foundation](https://fuzeceremonies.co.uk/fuze-foundation/)The grant is open to projects that reflect the Foundation’s Humanist values of compassion, dignity, equality, education and community support. Funding may support a complete project or contribute towards the cost of a larger initiative. The Foundation may award one grant of or divide the funding between two or more exceptional applicants where appropriate.Full eligibility criteria and the application form are available on their [website](https://fuzeceremonies.co.uk/humanist-ceremonies-blog/making-a-difference-grant/).