Is your village hall, sports club or social club feeling the strain? We’re offering grants up to £5,000 to help you invest in your building’s future – whether that’s better heating, making access easier, or improvements that bring your community together.
What we fund:
- Energy efficiency and green improvements
- Accessibility upgrades
- Building work that helps you serve your community better
- Equipment that keeps your venue sustainable long-term
Applicants should demonstrate how the proposed improvements will benefit the wider community and help the organisation remain viable into the future.
This fund will not support activities but is looking to support the sustainability of community venues who provide a safe and warm spaces for residents.
Funding available
£100,000 available. There is no minimum grant, but the maximum grant available is £5,000.
Geographical focus
Leicester, Leicestershire, Rutland, Nottingham, Nottinghamshire, Derby & Derbyshire
Why apply?
We keep things simple. We only ask for what we need, and we’re genuinely here to help – not to catch you out. No lengthy jargon or complicated forms.
Get started: Join our free webinar on Tuesday 29th September at 1pm – we’ll walk through everything. Book here.
Have questions? Email grants@llrcommunityfoundation.org.uk we’re happy to chat about your ideas before you apply.
Timescale
Applications open 9am Monday 14th September 2026
Applications close 9am Monday 19 October 2026
Decisions to be made by Monday 23rd November 2026
Funded activity to take place from 1st January 2027 – 31st December 2027
