Cumberland Council is inviting applications from voluntary, community, faith and social enterprise (VCFSE) organisations that support refugees, people seeking asylum and evacuees.
Organisations can apply individually or work together on a joint application.
Applications close at 9am on Monday 16 November 2026.
About the grants
Funding is available for services supporting:
- legal support
- community cohesion
- community integration
- community development
You can apply for the grants that match your organisation's experience and ability to deliver the required services.
Grants will be awarded for a 12 month period. There may be an opportunity for a second year extension if there is evidence of need and council funding is available.
Services must cover the whole of Cumberland, with a presence in each area. Projects must be financially complete by 31 March 2028.
What we will not fund
Funding cannot be used for:
- social outings outside an individual's or group's local community
- social activities that do not involve the wider local community, except asylum drop-ins
- ongoing or recurring costs beyond the grant period
- new white goods or household furniture
- litigation or lobbying
- physical or mental health support
Apply for a grant
Read the eligibility requirements, funding objectives and evidence requirements in the application form before applying.
Complete the form and return it by 9am on Monday 16 November 2026 to:
Email: [email protected]
If you are unsure whether your proposed activities are eligible, contact Karen Dexter for an informal discussion.
Email: [email protected]