Greenwich Peninsula Community Fund

The Greenwich Peninsula Community Fund is a grant program established primarily with funding from Knight Dragon to support the growing community within the Greenwich Peninsula ward in London. The fund aims to foster social, economic, and environmental well-being as the area develops.

Objectives:

• Improve access to employment and training opportunities for residents.
• Promote active civic engagement and enhance life skills.
• Deliver inclusive health, wellbeing, and safety programs.
• Positively impact the local environment by reducing air pollution, safeguarding natural resources, and promoting resource efficiency and circular economy solutions.
• Build resilient communities by reducing crime and supporting vulnerable people to live independently.
• Create opportunities for disadvantaged and vulnerable groups, including veterans, homeless individuals, mothers returning to work, survivors of modern slavery, young care leavers, rehabilitating offenders, and young people not in education, employment, or training (NEETs).
• Support innovative projects with positive social, economic, and environmental impacts.

Target Beneficiaries:

• Community projects, voluntary sector organizations, and community groups operating within the Greenwich Peninsula ward.
• Projects must benefit residents of Greenwich Peninsula, with at least 80% of delivery occurring within the ward.
• Priority is given to locally based community and resident organizations, especially smaller groups with income under £1 million.

Application Process:

• Grants range from £5,000 to £20,000.
• Funding is to be spent within 12 months of the award.
• Applicants must submit an online application by the deadline (e.g., 18th July 2025 for the current round).
• Detailed guidelines and eligibility criteria are provided on the official website.
• Contact support is available for queries via phone or email.

Key Features:

• Focus on life skills, employability, enterprise, physical and mental health, wellbeing, safety, and environmental sustainability.
• No strict income threshold, but larger organizations are advised to consult before applying.
• Fund supports projects that demonstrate clear social value and community impact.
• The fund is managed by The London Community Foundation, ensuring quality and accountability.

This fund is designed to empower the Greenwich Peninsula community by supporting projects that address local needs and contribute to sustainable community development.