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Please note, whilst we do our best to keep information as up-to-date as possible, over time community services may change some details such as dates, times, and locations. The information we share is therefore subject to change.

If you find any errors, please let us know by emailing Community@southamptonvs.org.uk  so we can amend the incorrect information.

Tim Parry/Jonathan Ball Foundation – supporting victims affected by terrorism. Ongoing

  Grants of up to £10,000 to support charities working with young people and communities experiencing conflict and violence arising out of political affiliation, race, gender and/or faith, and victims / families affected by terrorism. Grants are provided for specific projects, including costs for project staff. What We Will Fund:…
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Benefact Trust – supporting social and educational community projects. Ongoing

  The programme supports projects that will make a positive and transformative impact on lives and communities. This includes growing congregations and Christian communities, addressing social challenges facing communities, enabling wider community use of church building, schools and educational institutions.  Community Impact Grants Benefact Trust’s Community Impact Grant programme supports projects that will make a positive and transformative impact on…
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The Britwell Fund – supporting any charitable purpose. Ongoing

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The trust, which has two trustees – Lady Rosemary Tennant and Christopher Tennant – is discretionary in nature. Its charitable objectives are to “apply its capital and income for such general charitable purposes, charitable institutions or charitable foundations in such manner as the trustees in their absolute discretion think fit”. Who the charity helps: The Britwell Trust and its associated projects offer various grants to support charitable activities. Here are some of the grants available: Contact number: 01264720219…
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Childline

Childline
Childline is free, confidential and available any time, day or night. You can talk to us: We’re here for you, whatever’s on your mind. We’ll support you. Guide you. Help you make decisions that are right for you. Our tips and techniques, ideas and inspiration, can help you feel more in control. And you can access them in your own…
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Pension Credit toolkit: advice and guidance for stakeholders -October 2026

DWP
About Pension Credit Pension Credit tops up weekly income to a guaranteed minimum level of £237.82 a week for single pensioners or £346.60 for couples. It is a tax-free payment for those who: Someone may still get Pension Credit if they: Use the Pension Credit calculator to find out how much Pension Credit someone could get – without giving any personal…
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Volunteer Drivers Needed

Rainbow Trust Children's Charity
As a Volunteer Driver, you will help to give additional support to the families we work with by providing safe, comfortable and reliable transport, by enabling them to travel safely to healthcare appointments, school and to other activities. Your role may include: Providing transport for families to and from home or hospital appointments, according to their specific needs Providing transport…
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Winter Fuel Payment

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Overview Winter Fuel payment eligibility criteria for winter 2025/26 The vast majority of Winter Fuel Payments are made automatically without the need to claim – and for those over the new £35,000 threshold, the Payment will be recovered automatically by HMRC via Pay as You Earn (PAYE) for the majority, or in their Self-Assessment tax return for those who…
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Hardship funding to support vulnerable families and individuals across the UK. Ongoing

COSARAF is offering grants of up to £2,000 to organisations that support families and individuals from across the UK who are in financial need and struggling with everyday costs such as basic expenses, utilities, or rent arrears. The Hardship Grants Programme supports recognised third-party social organisations, such as charities, housing associations, schools and social services, which are acting on behalf of a…
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Albert Gubay Charitable Foundation’s General Fund supporting community projects. Ongoing

Registered charities with an annual expenditure of less than £10 million who are working to support communities that are in need in England, Wales, the Isle of Man or the Republic of Ireland, can apply now for a grant. Funding is at the discretion of the Trustees. Previous grants have ranged from £5,000 to £2.25 million. The first step…
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Making Southampton a safer city for all – tips on staying safe at night

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(Taken from the SCC Newsheet 03/10/2025 Welcome to all our new and returning residents, especially the students joining us at Southampton’s two excellent universities. Southampton is a city of opportunity, and I hope you’ll make the most of everything our vibrant community has to offer. From world-class cultural venues and bustling nightlife to our beautiful parks, there’s something here…
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