Kickstart a new MicroGrant Approved Project with a MicroGrant of £2,000
We can take the expense and the stress out of starting a social action project. You can choose from our menu of MicroGrant Approved Projects – brilliant initiatives that will help you respond quickly and professionally to a specific need. They’ll take good care of you, too! Each project will support you and your team as you set up your new initiative.
With a MicroGrant, support just keeps coming! You’ll also have access all our insight tools, resources, webinars and training. These will help you address the ongoing challenges and embrace future opportunities that will inevitably come your way. We’re thinking about sustainability fundraising, maintaining enthusiasm from your volunteers and connecting with the wider community.
STEP 1
Check MicroGrant Availability
See if there are grants available in your area of the United Kingdom and when the closing date for applications is.
STEP 2
Select Your Project
Check out our brilliant social action partners who can help you start an initiative in your community.
STEP 3
Check You Are Eligible
Make sure you meet the criteria to be able to apply for a MicroGrant.
STEP 4
Apply for a Grant
Get in touch with our MicroGrants Officer who will send you a full application form.
MICROGRANTS IN ACTION
Find out how Lighthouse Church in Sheringham used a MicroGrant to start a CAP Life Skills course.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is match funding?
Match funding can take a number of different forms. Your church may be able to make a financial donation, alternatively, the cost of your premises, resources you’ve purchased to run the initiative, or the value of time given by your team could also be considered. What we’re really looking for is a commitment from your church to support your project. The very best initiatives are ones where the church leaders are 100% behind.
Who can apply?
A local church, organisation, or group of churches working in partnership. To apply, you’ll just need proof that you are a registered charity with up-to-date accounts.
What areas are grants available for?
Cinnamon Micro Grants are only available to churches based in the United Kingdom. To check current availability go to: https://cinnamonnetwork.co.uk/social-action/micro-grants/
When can you apply?
You can apply up to three months before you start a MicroGrant Approved Project or up to three months after the project has begun. You can apply for one Cinnamon MicroGrant per MicroGrant Approved Project for every project you set up.
How long will it take?
It takes around six weeks to process a MicroGrant application, although sometimes it can take longer.
For full details of the closing date of funding rounds see details here:
What support will you get?
MicroGrants give you so much more than just a financial boost. You will also gain access to a range of training opportunities to help you establish and run a strong, effective community project.
Some MicroGrant funding rounds include access to additional benefits. For full details of each round, see here: https://cinnamonnetwork.co.uk/social-action/micro-grants/
Why only MicroGrant Approved Projects?
Our MicroGrant Approved Projects are tried and tested initiatives that can be taken off the shelf and easily replicated in churches across the country. They may not be the only way of addressing that need in the local community, but they are already proven to be effective and funders trust them!
What will be expected from us?
After 12 months, we’ll need you to give us an update on how things are going. But we hope we’ll be in touch throughout the year. Come and get involved with our training events and webinars. We have so much experience we’d love to share to ensure your projects makes a huge impact.
