Co-op Local community Fund

Are you a local cause looking for funding?

Co-op “has a presence in every UK postal area” so it is looking for around 2,000 local grassroots organisations across the UK to benefit. Since its foundation in 2016 its Local Community Fund has helped 40,000 causes make a difference locally.

In particular Co-op is looking to support local projects in communities with a focus on:

• enabling communities to access food

• improving mental wellbeing

• creating opportunities for young people

• promoting community cohesion

• building sustainable future.

To apply, your group must:

• be registered or based in the UK or Isle of Man

• have its own bank account

• deliver activity in your local community

• be not-for-profit

You must also provide a Co-op membership number for one of the people making this application (if you're not already a member, you can join online or via the Co-op App).

David Luckin, Head of Social Value and Community Engagement, Co-op, said:

“Beginning the search for new local causes to take part in a fresh round of funding is always exciting, our members have told us that they want Co-op to focus on the real issues affecting people’s lives. Co-operation and, people working together can be very powerful, and our funding enables local causes to deliver projects that focus on issues that matter most locally. We know that things can be increasingly challenging for communities and through this funding we can help to make a real difference – helping people and communities thrive.’’

Click for more information and to apply to Co-op’s Local Community Fund which is open until 24 June 2026.

Source: UK Fundraising