Supporting Great Ideas
This grant supports innovative, community-led projects in Wales that use new approaches and collaboration to tackle local challenges and strengthen communities.
Funder: National Lottery Community Fund
Due Dates: Rolling (Open to applications)
Funding Amounts: £20,001 to £500,000 per project; decisions typically within 12 weeks.
Summary: Funds innovative, community-led projects in Wales that address local challenges through collaboration, inclusion, and new approaches.
Description
This program supports organisations in Wales to develop and deliver bold, innovative ideas that create positive, lasting change within communities. The fund is designed for projects that test new approaches to emerging or persistent issues, drive digital transformation, strengthen local infrastructure, and help people reach their potential by addressing problems early. Projects should be community-led, strengths-based, and developed collaboratively, with clear evidence of inclusion and sustainability. The funder seeks initiatives that involve beneficiaries in shaping and delivering activities, build on existing work, and foster strong local connections.
