Who? Grassroots, user-led projects are a priority.

What? The promotion of social justice: the Young Adults and Criminal Justice Programme and the Inclusive Communities Programme. Applicants should aim to influence national Government policy or work in the West Midlands.

How much? The average grant is £25,000 per year and £3,000 for small grants.

 

The Young Adults and Criminal Justice Programme aims to help young adults who are in, or at risk of being in the criminal justice system, to make a successful transition to adulthood and improve their life chances. It particularly focuses on issues around mental health and drug and alcohol abuse; resettlement and employment.

 

The Inclusive Communities Programme aims to alleviate poverty and exclusion among marginalised groups. It focuses on the following themes: race and poverty; asylum and migration; independent living for disabled people; supporting the voluntary and community sector.