LNER Accepting Applications for Customer and Community Investment Fund

London North Eastern Railway (LNER) is inviting applications for its Customer and Community Investment Fund. Grants of up to £10,000 are available to support small-to-medium-sized projects that make a positive impact in communities located within 15 miles of the East Coast mainline route.

Funding Priorities

Projects must address one or more of the following themes:

• Better for People
  • Fostering a culture of equality, diversity, and inclusivity
  • Promoting positive mental health and community cohesion
• Better for Places
  • Creating skilled and inclusive communities capable of thriving
• Better for Planet
  • Conserving resources, reducing waste, and encouraging reuse

Eligibility

The fund is open to charities, community groups, and not-for-profit organisations. Preference will be given to organisations with an annual income of less than £1 million.

Projects must serve communities located within 15 miles of the East Coast mainline route. Applicants must clearly demonstrate the local impact and sustainability of their proposals.

Deadline

This is an excellent opportunity to receive support for projects that strengthen communities, promote inclusivity, and enhance environmental sustainability.