East of England Co-op Community Cares Fund
The East of England Co-op Community Cares Fund supports projects that improve social inclusion, wellbeing, education, income maximization, and partnership working in Suffolk communities.
Funder: Suffolk Community Foundation
Due Dates: June 22, 2026 (Application deadline; may close early if oversubscribed)
Funding Amounts: Up to £5,000 per project; fund must cover at least 30% of total project cost.
Summary: Supports projects improving social inclusion, wellbeing, education, income maximization, and partnership working in local communities.
Key Information: Fund is likely to close early due to high demand—apply as soon as possible.
Description
The East of England Co-op Community Cares Fund, managed by Suffolk Community Foundation, provides grants to support projects that enable people to play an active role in their community, reduce barriers and inequalities, and improve social contact and experiences. The fund specifically targets projects that improve access to social activities, reduce isolation and improve wellbeing, help people into education or employment, provide information to maximize income, and encourage partnership working or alliances. Applications must demonstrate alignment with at least one of these outcomes. The fund aims to make a significant impact by funding at least 30% of the total project cost.
