Freemasons of Derbyshire Grassroots Fund
Before progressing with an application for this fund it is important to read our success guide:
Click on the link below to download a PDF file.
Then carefully read the fund criteria set below.
We would also advise contacting the grants team to discuss your project ideas before applying, particularly as this fund is quite limited in terms of the amount of money available to distribute per year.
Brief Description
This Fund has been established by the Freemasons of Derbyshire Provincial Grand Charity to support community life and tackle disadvantage across Derbyshire by supporting community and voluntary groups and charities.
Priority is currently given to activities and groups that are working to:
- promote the advancement of health and well being
- prevent or relieve poverty
- support the most vulnerable in our communities such as children and young people, the elderly and isolated or individuals with mental health problems or disabilities
- enhance the quality of life for people living in our local communities
Types of Project Cost funded
- Capital: (equipment)
Additional Exclusions
If you have received a grant for your group's core /ongoing running costs (i.e rent, transport etc) you will need to wait a period of 18 months before re-applying for the same costs.
Area
Derby City and Derbyshire wide
Amount
The maximum grant is currently £1,000.
Closing Dates
There are no fixed closing dates. The decision making panel meet three times per year.
Examples of grants made:
- £1,000 towards the cost of a disabled ramp for a community village hall
- £950 towards the furnishing and decoration of a family room at a local hospice
Make an Application
There are two ways of making an application, you can either apply online or download a form, which can then be sent to us by post. If you are sending us an application by post you can find the address to send it to by clicking on 'contact us'.
Please remember to include the documentation requested in the success guide.
Also remember to make a copy of your application for your own records. You will need this to track spend and complete monitoring if you are successful.
