Search the website

Community Investment

On this page

Investing in communities

Each year our Sustainable Communities Programme invests £1.4 million in initiatives which build resilience and connection for our customers and their communities.

Our key objective is to support the development of successful and sustainable communities in the areas where we operate. We do this by:

  • Supporting people to create conditions in which they can thrive and adapt to adversity in a positive way.
  • Helping people to maintain and build relationships, increase connections with others, and feel part of their community.
  • Supporting community groups to access funding, advice, peer networks and training.

If you’d like to find out more about our aims, priorities, and how we work with communities, you can read our Community Investment Strategy 2021 (PDF 455KB).

You can also listen to our Head of Community Investment, Marie-Claire Wattison, talking about the strategy.

Sustainable Communities Fund

Our Sustainable Communities Fund provides grants for community initiatives which make a difference to the lives of our residents.

We are particularly keen to support initiatives that have been shaped by our customers.

Who is eligible?

Eligible groups include:

  • Community and residents’ groups
  • Registered charities
  • Schools
  • Voluntary groups

What we cannot fund

There are a few things that our funding cannot be used for. This includes:

  • Building, maintenance or structural improvements
  • Ongoing running costs e.g. insurance, utility costs, rent, salaries
  • Funding individuals or projects which only benefit one person
  • Fixtures and fittings e.g. chairs, tables etc. unless the project cannot run without the specialised equipment
  • Sponsorship or projects which are motivated mainly by marketing or branding
  • Alcohol

How to apply?

If you are interested in applying to our grant fund please fill out this online application form. Once we receive your application we will be back in touch as soon as possible to update you on its progress and if you have been successful.

If you have any questions, please contact the team by emailing community@sanctuary.co.uk