Funding Local Causes

Grants of up to £5,000 for projects addressing deprivation in Hertfordshire within 25 miles of Royston

Application deadline: 7th August 2026, decisions known October-November 2026

Grants of up to £5,000 are available to groups operating in Hertfordshire to address deprivation including rural isolation, within 25 miles of Royston.
Funded by the Frank Litchfield Trust, we are looking for projects that address need and disadvantage within 25 miles of Royston. This includes all of East Herts, North Herts, Stevenage and Welwyn Garden City. Other types of deprivation will also be considered including rural isolation.

Groups applying will need to:

  • Demonstrate how the money requested will help to make a positive difference (i.e. have clear objectives and outcomes).

  • Present projects that are well thought through and costed appropriately.

  • Be well connected to the communities they serve.

  • Be able to spend the funding within 12 months of the grant being awarded.



Please note you can apply to this fund if you already hold a HCF Foundation £10k or £5k Grant. If you are applying to us for a project you have already received funds for from HCF you may not have to complete another application. Please email us on grants@hertscf.org.uk to discuss.

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