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Funding available for local good causes

Developing and sustaining community life.

Good causes in Preston can apply for up to £20,000 of funding from one of three grant-giving trusts, funded by players of People’s Postcode Lottery. Registered charities can apply for between £500 and £20,000 while the limit for not-for-profit organisations without charitable status is £2,000.

Funding will open for applications from good causes between 21st January and 4th February 2020.

The trusts are:

  • People’s Postcode Trust, for projects aimed at promoting human rights, combating discrimination and the prevention of poverty. More information: www.postcodetrust.org.uk
  • Postcode Community Trust, for initiatives to improve the health and wellbeing of communities – including arts and physical recreation projects – as well as those with a focus on reducing isolation. More information: www.postcodecommunitytrust.org.uk
  • Postcode Local Trust, for groups dedicated to improving and increasing access to outdoor space. Groups working on flood prevention measures and looking to implement renewable energy strategies are also eligible to apply. More information: www.postcodelocaltrust.org.uk

For more information on how to apply, please see here: www.postcodelottery.info/about-us/public-affairs/local-funding-opportunities