East of England Co-op Community Cares Fund
The East of England Co-op Community Cares Fund supports collaborative projects that strengthen social connection, wellbeing, and access to education or employment, administered by Suffolk Community Foundation.
Funder: Suffolk Community Foundation
Due Dates (Anticipated): June 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Up to £5,000 per project; typically £2,000–£5,000; must fund at least 30% of total project costs.
Summary: Supports projects that foster social connection, improve wellbeing, and increase access to education or employment, with emphasis on partnership and community impact.
Key Information: Fund may close early if oversubscribed; strong alignment with fund themes and outcomes is required.
Description
The East of England Co-op Community Cares Fund, administered by Suffolk Community Foundation, is designed to support community-based initiatives that foster social connection, reduce isolation, improve wellbeing, and help individuals access education or employment opportunities. The fund particularly values projects that demonstrate partnership working or alliance formation to maximize impact and reach. Priority is given to projects that improve access to social activities, support people into education or employment, and provide guidance to help maximize income.
