United Way UK - COVID-19 Give Local Grant Application Form (APPLICATIONS CLOSED ON JUNE 5, 2020)
Who is United Way UK?

United Way UK is a national charity with the aim of providing support to local communities to ensure every family and every individual can reach their full potential through good education, financial stability, and healthy lives. We encourage people and organisations to support the local communities in which they live, work, and raise their children, through recognising each community's specific needs, resources and expertise. United Way UK is part of United Way Worldwide network, the world's largest privately-funded non-profit organisation, present in more than 1400 communities in 42 countries.

The Give Local COVID-19 Response

United Way UK is working in partnership with businesses and other charitable organisations to reduce the impact of COVID-19 in local communities across the UK. We recognise that many local charities are providing invaluable support on the frontline of disadvantaged communities. The Give Local COVID-19 Response aims to identify those small, local charities carrying out COVID-19 relief measures in support of vulnerable communities, to award them with grants to enhance and amplify their work.

The UK has mobilised quickly in raising significant financial support for health care demands, in response to the COVID-19 crisis. The Give Local COVID-19 Response focuses on complementing current health initiatives across the UK through focusing on the wider consequences of COVID-19. The causes to be prioritised by the Give Local COVID-19 Response include education, financial stability, food insecurity, disability, mental health and domestic violence.

The Give Local COVID-19 Response is only possible thanks to the generosity of our partners 3M, Travelers, Cymatics and The Toro Company.

Size and number of grants

Through the Give Local COVID-19 Response, United Way UK will be distributing an estimate of 20 small grants of £2,000, £3,000 and £5,000, and 3 community impact grants of £10,000. In all cases, the purpose of the grant is to support local communities who are adversely affected by COVID-19 wider consequences.

Eligibility

Organisations who can apply should comply with the following criteria:
● Are registered as charities or CIC – including independent schools registered as charities.
● Have an average annual income of £300,000 or less.
● Work in one of the following areas: education, financial stability, food insecurity, disability, mental health or domestic violence. Grants will not be awarded to organisations working exclusively in the prevention or treatment of COVID-19, but rather organisations who work to support and manage the wider impacts of this crisis.

Use of the grant

● Organisations may apply to start a new programme, or for the expansion or continuation of an existing programme. In either case, the programme must be in response to COVID-19 wider consequences as stated above.
● The grant can be used to cover core costs including staff salary cost and volunteering expenses, supplies and equipment, travel expenses, training. All expenses to be covered need to be directly related to executing a programme that has a positive impact on the communities served. The grant cannot be used to cover non-programme related activities like advocacy, marketing and fundraising.


In offering these grants, United Way UK seeks organisations that have the potential to be long-term partners in our work.  

Applications will close on 5th June, 2020.

Grantees are expected to be chosen by mid-June and funds are expected to be transferred by the end of June. All funds should be used by the end of September.

Reporting

Any organisation in receipt of funding must agree to provide information and feedback on how the funding has impacted their project/programme and overall outcomes. This will include completing a brief reporting survey, alongside sending a case study and photo, due 10th October 2020. This will be for United Way UK to use publicly, while always mentioning the source.

Exclusions

This funding is not for: Start-up costs for new organisations; Medical research; Individuals; Cultural festivals; The advancement of religion; Animal welfare; Other grant making bodies; NHS Trusts; Loans or business finance; Universities; Sponsorship/marketing appeals/fundraising costs; Overseas projects/travel; Safety equipment for individual households; National or international charities; CCTV installation; Awareness campaigns without significant practical engagement


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Section A - Organisational Details
Organisation Name: *
Registered charity number or Inland Revenue Reference Number:
Website:
Twitter Account:
Mailing Address:
Main Contact Name: *
Main Contact Job Title: *
Main Contact Phone Number: *
Main Contact E-mail: *
What region of the UK does your organisation work in? *
Please select all that apply.
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What category does your work most closely align with? *
What was your organisation's total income in 2018/2019? *
Please note: In order to qualify this must be less than £300,000
Please briefly describe the organisation's goals and mission:
Section B - Grant Application
What size of grant are your applying for? *
What are the organisation's current responses to COVID-19? *
max 300 words
Brief summary of the project the grant is needed for: *
Please include information about why the project is needed, the activities you will carry out to support those in need, the specific location of the project and the expected impact  (max 300 words)
Which group(s) will this grant primarily support? *
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Approximately how many people do you expect to directly serve with this grant? *
What additional impact will this grant have on your organisation, the beneficiaries of your work and the local community?
Brief breakdown of the project budget: *
Would your organisation be interested in virtual  and/or in-person volunteers? *
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If you would be interested in volunteers please briefly describe their role.
Section C - Bank Details
Please provide bank details for your organisation so, if successful, the grant can be transferred promptly.

Name on bank account *
Bank name and address *
Account Number *
Sort Code *
Section D - Declaration
Before signing the declaration, please ensure you have completed all the sections in this application form, and completed all the actions requested on the list below. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.

Link to the constitution/set of rules of your organisation: *
You can also email this document to Grants@unitedway.org.uk
Link to your organisation's Safeguarding Policy: *
If your organisation works with children, young people or vulnerable adults. You can also email this document to Grants@unitedway.org.uk
Link to your organisation's Equal Opportunities Policy: *
If your organisation works with children, young people or vulnerable adults. You can also email this document to Grants@unitedway.org.uk
Link to your organisation's Code of Ethics: *
If your organisation works with children, young people or vulnerable adults. You can also email this document to Grants@unitedway.org.uk
Link to your organisation’s accounts for the 2019 fiscal year *
You can also email this document to Grants@unitedway.org.uk
If you would like to add a case study to support your application please send one to grants@unitedway.org.uk
Please note that by sending a case study by email, you agree to United Way UK sharing it publicly if you are awarded a COVID-19 Give Local grant.
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Name: *
Position in the organisation: *
Date signed: *
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I agree that any personal information contained within this application will be stored by the United Way UK in accordance with their privacy policy. Applicant data will be kept for up to 6 months past the closing of applications. *
By answering this question you are in effect signing the grant application and confirming it's accuracy.
Please send any questions to grants@unitedway.org.uk no later than 3rd June, 2020. Applications and all additional documents must be submitted by 5th June, 2020.
All funding decisions are final and at the discretion of the United Way Board of Trustees. Unsuccessful applicants will be notified but will not receive feedback due to the volume of applications received.
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