Funding to Support Black & Global Majority-led Charities & Social Enterprises (England)
Grants are available to support Black- and Global Majority-led charities and social enterprises in England, helping them scale their impact in tackling poverty and advancing racial equity. Funded by Pathway Fund in partnership with Do it Now Now, the ‘Make It Big with Pathway Fund’ will provide eight organisations with £25,000 grant funding, bespoke support, and training. The programme will support organisations to build their financial resilience and operational readiness, raise social investment and, in some instances, prepare for asset acquisition. It aims to address the pressing needs intensified by the cost-of-living crisis, helping organisations enhance their impact within their communities. Expressions of interest close on the 14th January 2025.
£1.5 Million Government Fund to Aid Windrush Compensation Claims (UK)
The UK government has announced £1.5 million in funding to improve support for victims of the Windrush scandal applying for compensation. This funding will increase advocacy support for applicants of the Windrush Compensation Scheme, which compensates individuals who suffered losses due to their inability to prove their right to live in the UK. The scheme is available to people of all ages and nationalities, including those from African, Asian, and Caribbean backgrounds. With this new funding, organisations will be better equipped to guide those affected through the complex application process and help them secure their legal status. Further details will be made available in due course.