Community organisations invited to apply for funding to help build financial resilience across York
Voluntary, Community and Social Enterprise organisations across York are being invited to apply for funding through City of York Council’s Crisis and Resilience Fund (CRF) Community Grant Programme.
The fund, previously known as the Financial Inclusion Support Grant programme, is funded by central government and aims to support low income households facing financial hardship, while helping individuals and communities build the resilience needed to better manage future financial shocks.
Applications are now open for both:
- £150,000 of funding available between January and March 2027
- £200,000 of funding available for the 2027/28 financial year (1 April 2027 to 31 March 2028)
The funding will support projects and services that help residents strengthen their financial resilience, reducing the need for crisis support over the longer term.
City of York Council is seeking applications from registered charities, community organisations, community interest companies, social enterprises and other constituted not-for-profit VCSE organisations operating within York.
Funded projects should contribute to improving financial resilience by helping residents address issues such as:
- income, savings and debt
- housing insecurity
- physical disabilities, learning disabilities, mental health conditions and wellbeing
- caring responsibilities
- financial literacy
- digital exclusion
- community support and social networks
- access to affordable credit, insurance and other income-smoothing tools
Existing CRF grant recipients may also apply for continuation funding, subject to satisfactory outcomes, monitoring requirements and end-of-year reporting.
Cllr Katie Lomas, Executive Member for Finance and Major Projects at City of York Council, said:
“We know that many residents continue to face financial pressures, particularly when unexpected costs or changes in circumstances arise. This funding will enable local voluntary and community organisations to provide practical support that helps people manage those challenges and build greater financial resilience for the future.
“York’s voluntary and community sector plays a vital role in supporting residents, often reaching people who may not access help elsewhere. By investing in these trusted organisations, we can help individuals and families become more financially secure while strengthening resilience across our communities.”
Applications must be submitted by 9am Monday 7 December.
Further information on eligibility, funding criteria and how to apply is available on the City of York Council website.