Aims/priorities: The funding supports projects in Co-op members' communities that provide access to opportunities and resources for people to thrive.
The funding is for projects that help people to thrive in one of the following ways:
- Enable people to access food
- Create opportunities for young people
- Improve people's mental well-being
- Promote community cohesion
- Build sustainable futures
The funder is also keen to support projects that promote and celebrate diversity and inclusion.
Who can apply? To apply, groups must:
- Be registered or based in the UK or the Isle of Man
- Have their own bank account
- Deliver activity in their local community
- Be not-for-profit
- Provide a Co-op membership number for one of the people making the application (non-members can join online or via the Co-op App).
Applications will be accepted from the following types of organisations:
- Churches or Chapels that are excepted charities
- Co-operative Societies
- Community Benefit Societies
- Community Interest Companies
- Credit Unions
- Registered Charities in the UK or the Isle of Man
- Schools
- Social Enterprises
- Scout, Guide, or Woodcraft Folk groups
- Any other group that can prove that they are not-for-profit
Grant amount: There is a total of £3.5 million for Co-op communities across the UK.
Successful groups will receive a minimum of £500 to support their projects.
There will be an initial payment in Spring 2027, with remaining funds being paid in November 2027.
Application process: The terms and conditions, as well as the online application form, are available on the Co-op's website.
Deadline: Wednesday, 24 June 2026 (midnight).
Contact information: Email: communityteam@coop.co.uk
Website: Co-op