Leeds Fund Micro Grants November 2021

The Leeds Fund: Micro Grants support projects that make positive differences and improve the lives of people in communities in Leeds. The programme runs four times each year, awarding grants of up to £500 to individuals and small voluntary groups. 

In the latest round in November 2021, 7 grants were made with a total value of £3,246. 5 individuals* were awarded funding alongside City of Leeds Pipe Band and South Leeds Valkyries. 

The funded activities include: 

• • • • The creation of a new crown green bowling team. 
      • Free roller-skating sessions, including equipment hire and coaching. 

• • • • A collage-based art project to help people make new connections. 
      • Weekly women’s-only basketball sessions for all ages and abilities. 
      • Equipment for free heritage and exploration walks. 
      • Scottish Pipes and Drams band performances at events throughout Leeds. 

Since 2017, more than 100 Micro Grant have been given out, with a number of recipients going on to develop their project ideas and receive further funding from Leeds Community Foundation. 

The Leeds Fund: Micro Grants programme is open for applications in January, April, July and October. 

For more information on grants awarded, visit the What We’ve Funded page. 

*The names of individuals are not shared for data protection reasons.