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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

Guidance notes

How to apply

Applications to the Neighbourhoods Fund are now closed.

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