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Building on our long-standing support of our local communities
The Society has been supporting its local communities for decades. Whether it be monetary donations to local community groups, fundraising for charities close to our heart, or sharing our time and skills through volunteering activities, we’ve been on hand to offer our help and give back where we can. Our new Community Sponsorship Scheme will help us do even more.
Apply now
To apply you will need to fill in our online application form. This will arrive in our inbox, ready to be considered by our committee the next time we meet.
Who we can help
Are you involved with your town’s local choir, village gardening club, or local litter picking team? Or do you want to help gain support for your child’s local football squad, cricket team, scouts’ group or reading club? Get in touch and let us know how you think we may be able to help!
How the Community Sponsorship Scheme works
How we can help you
We will provide our support to local small charities, community groups and causes by means of sponsorships of up to £700, together with the potential for practical support with promotion and volunteering.
Check if your eligible
Your local charity, community group or cause needs to based in Leicestershire or Warwickshire to apply to our Sponsorship Scheme.
Apply
To apply you will need to fill in our online application form. This will arrive in our inbox, ready to be considered by our committee the next time we meet.
Next steps
We aim to meet to discuss applications every two weeks. If you are successful, we will contact you to let you know what the next steps are and detail any requirements we have of you, such as any photographs or quotes. For our full T&Cs please click below.
“Our new Community Sponsorship Scheme enables the Society to support those small charities and clubs that are the beating heart of our local towns and villages. These organisations build our communities and enhance the mental and physical wellbeing of those who use them, making each a vital asset to its community and deserving of our backing.”
Niki Barker, Chief People Officer
Apply now
To apply you will need to fill in our online application form. This will arrive in our inbox, ready to be considered by our committee the next time we meet.
Frequently asked questions
If I don’t hear from you, should I get in touch?
How long will it take to hear from you?
If I’ve received your support in the past, do I need to apply for future finding?
What will be expected of my charity or community group in return for your financial support?
How quickly will I receive funds if I am successful?
How do we request additional support in the form of volunteering or advice?
What if the financial support we’re looking for is more than £700?
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