Apply for a grant from the Hackney Community Fund

The Hackney Community Fund uses money collected from new developments in the area to give grants of up to £120,000 to local groups, charities and organisations.

These grants help fund projects that support important community needs and bring people in Hackney together.

Find out who can apply and how to apply.

 

Who can apply

You can apply if you are a:

  • voluntary group
  • charity
  • resident association

Your organisation must be properly constituted (officially set up) and have a registered address in England.

Projects the fund supports

The fund supports projects that:

  • help build community spirit and bring people together
  • align with the council’s priorities
  • respond to pressures of new developments in Hackney
  • reflect what local residents want

How much money you can apply for

You can apply for grants of any amount between £5,000 and £120,000.

Before you apply

Before starting your application:

You’ll need to provide the following documents when you submit your application:

  • proof your organisation is officially set up (such as the constitution or other articles of association)
  • annual accounts from the most recent financial year
  • your adult and children safeguarding policies and procedures for the project activities (if applicable)

Apply

Apply for a grant from the Hackney Community Fund

You have until 11.59pm on 6 October to submit your application.

Get support with your application

Hackney CVS (council for voluntary service) Organisational Development Team can:

  • proofread your application and supporting documents
  • give you feedback to help you meet the guidelines and criteria for the fund

Book a free one-to-one appointment with Hackney CVS’s Organisational Development team on the Hackney CVS booking system.

You must be a Hackney CVS associate member to book an appointment. If you’re not a member, you can sign up on the Hackney CVS website.

For more information about the fund, see Hackney Community Fund commission brief (PDF 1mb).

If you have any questions contact: neighbourhoodcil@hackney.gov.uk.

Page updated on: 28 July 2025