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Neighbourhoods Fund

Get funding for your organisation's community project.

The Neighbourhoods Fund has £630,000 to spend on community projects that make a difference in the lives and neighbourhoods of local people in Southwark.

Who can apply

We welcome applications from: 

  • any ‘constituted’ local group, this is an informal group (not a charity) with a written list of rules and guidelines. It can also be called an ‘unincorporated association’
  • new and emerging local groups
  • any group or individual that has a sponsor, which is a constituted local organisation, and is willing to administer the funds on their behalf
  • groups that are based in the Empowering Communities area
  • organisations that have a track record of delivering activities in the local area
  • groups that are working together on a shared project

Who cannot apply

Organisations cannot apply if they:

  • are not established in the UK
  • do not have any local links and/or do not have a track record of working locally
  • are political groups and organisations
  • are business/profit-making organisations

How to apply

Applications must reach us by 12 noon on Monday 21 October 2024. After this time, no application will be considered.

You will need to register an account before you can apply.

Apply for the Neighborhoods fund 2025/26

Email neighbourhoodsfund@southwark.gov.uk for more details.