The Vital for Berkshire Fund Program provides support to nonprofits and community groups of up to £5,000 to address urgent community needs such as health, youth support, and poverty. The application deadline for the 2026 funding is 10 am on 29 January 2026, with funding decisions announced in March 2026.
About The Vital for Berkshire Fund Grant
The Vital for Berkshire Fund is a charity trust sponsored by the Berkshire Community Foundation (BCF), a UK-registered charity. The trust fund addresses local needs in areas such as health, support for youth, vulnerable groups, social isolation, poverty and equal opportunities in Berkshire. Its purpose is to strengthen local services and respond to the needs of the underserved within Berkshire communities.Â
Funding Size
- Typical grant amount: £5,000
- Maximum award: £5,000
- Project duration supported: Not publicly specified
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Who Can Apply to the Vital for Berkshire Fund Program
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- Eligible organisation types: NonprofitsÂ
- Registration requirements: Nonprofits must operate in Berkshire and benefit underserved populations.
- Geographic eligibility: Berkshire
- Sector or thematic focus:Â
- Health
- Youth support
- Vulnerable groups
- Poverty elevationÂ
Application Process
- Visit the official application link and check for project eligibility.
- Complete the online application form and submit it by 10 am on 29 January 2026.
- The grants committee makes decisions, with applicants informed in March 2026.
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Required Materials
- Dedicated bank account
- Updated financial records
- Project proposal
- Project timeline
- Safeguarding, equality policies
Key Dates
- Application deadline: January 29, 2026, at 10 AM.
- Funding decisions: March 2026
Selection Notes
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- Funding is limited and highly competitive.
- Priority focus areas: Projects that address vital community needs in Berkshire for disadvantaged populations.
- Exclusions:
- Charities not based in BerkshireÂ
- Medical research projectsÂ
Official Source of the Vital for Berkshire Fund Program
- Official Application Page: https://www2.fundsforngos.org/community-development/vital-for-berkshire-fund-program-in-united-kingdom/Â
