Community grants of £5,000 and under now open for applications


Groups of people participating in activities that include crafts, exercise, gardening and writing

Community and voluntary organisations in Cambridge can now apply for grants of £5,000 and under through Cambridge City Council’s Community Grants Scheme.

Applications for round 2 of the scheme are now open until midday 22 June 2026.

The funding is available to support activities that reduce inequality for Cambridge residents, with projects taking place between 1 April 2026 and 31 March 2027.

Organisations can apply for up to £5,000 to fund a single activity or multiple activities. Projects must support at least one of the following:

  • Bringing communities together
  • Reducing poverty
  • Improving access to arts and culture
  • Supporting physical activity
  • Tackling loneliness and social isolation. 

Find out more and apply here.