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The Greggs Foundation Community Grants Programme – Core Funding up to £60,000 is now open for the 2026 funding round, offering vital long-term core funding to grassroots and community-based organisations across England and Northern Ireland. This programme is designed to strengthen communities by supporting organisations that deliver impactful services to people facing disadvantage.
The Greggs Foundation Community Grants Programme – Core Funding up to £60,000 provides flexible, unrestricted funding to help organisations remain sustainable, resilient, and effective in meeting local needs.
About the Greggs Foundation Community Grants Programme
The Community Grants Programme provides core organisational funding, rather than project-restricted grants. This enables successful applicants to cover essential running costs and strengthen service delivery over a multi-year period.
The 2026 funding round opens on 26 January 2026, with applications assessed based on geographical focus areas and community need.
Grant Value and Duration
- Up to £20,000 per year
- Funding available for up to three years
- Maximum total grant value: £60,000
- Funding supports core costs, including staffing, operational expenses, and service delivery
Who Can Apply
To be eligible, organisations must:
- Be a not-for-profit community organisation
- Have an annual income between £25,000 and £1 million
- Be based in England or Northern Ireland
- Operate within the Foundation’s geographical focus areas (typically areas of high social need and locations close to Greggs Outlets)
- Demonstrate a track record of delivering community-focused services
Organisations must also show strong governance, financial management, and clear community impact.
Priority Focus Areas
The programme prioritises organisations whose work:
- Builds stronger, healthier communities
- Tackles social isolation and loneliness
- Improves health and wellbeing
- Strengthens community connections and networks
- Creates opportunities for people experiencing social or economic disadvantage
Application Process
- Applications open on 26 January 2026
- Applications are submitted online
- There is no fixed national deadline; funding rounds are managed based on eligible geographical areas
- Applicants are encouraged to prepare documentation early and closely review eligibility criteria
Why This Funding Matters
Core funding is often the most difficult type of support for community organisations to secure. This programme enables organisations to:
- Plan sustainably for the long term
- Retain skilled staff
- Strengthen governance and operations
- Focus on delivering meaningful impact within their communities
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