Funding for NI Charities to Collaborate on Social Issues

Grants are available for collaborations between two or more registered charities in Northern Ireland coming together to tackle a social issue at a local level.

The COLLABORATE programme is provided and administered by the Halifax Foundation for Northern Ireland as part of its ‘Better Together’ strategy for the 2024-2028 period. The Fund will prioritise collaborations between charities that assist people in greatest need, such as those living in poverty, the unemployed, and individuals with disabilities or mental health challenges.

Grants of up to £20,000 are available. The programme is likely to support between 5 to 10 grants.

Funding is intended to support work focused on social and community welfare and education and training.

Applicants are required to have a pre-application call with a member of the Halifax Foundation’s Grants Team prior to submitting an application.