Funding Opportunity: The Fore Opens Spring 2026 Round for Small Charities ONE WEEK ONLY TO APPLY!

A highly regarded funding opportunity for small charities and social enterprises is opening soon, with registration for the Spring round of The Fore launching on 25 March 2026 (12 noon).

This is a valuable opportunity for VCSE organisations across East Riding and beyond to access flexible, unrestricted funding designed to help organisations grow, strengthen, and become more sustainable.

About The Fore

The Fore provides funding specifically for small organisations doing big things—particularly those supporting underserved communities.

What makes this fund stand out is its focus on:

• Trust-based funding
• Flexibility
• Supporting long-term organisational development

What Funding is Available?

Grants from The Fore are:

• Unrestricted – can be used where your organisation needs it most
• Available over 1–3 years
• Suitable for both core costs and capital investment
• Funding can support organisations to:
• Grow and expand services
• Increase internal capacity
• Reach new beneficiaries
• Improve sustainability and resilience
• Strengthen operations and efficiency

Who Can Apply?

To be eligible, organisations must:

• Be a small charity or social enterprise
• Have an annual turnover of under £500,000
• Be based in the UK
• Be able to demonstrate impact, particularly with underserved communities

This makes it an ideal opportunity for grassroots VCSE organisations looking to take the next step.

How the Application Process Works

The Fore uses a registration and invitation process, so timing is key.

Register your interest during the open window

If selected, you will be invited to apply

You will then have 3–4 weeks to submit your full application

Only organisations that register and are allocated a place can apply.

Key Dates

• Registration opens: 25 March 2026 (12 noon)
• Registration closes: 1 April 2026 (12 noon)
• Registration is open for one week only, so early action is strongly encouraged.

Apply Here

You can find the original funding information and register directly via The Fore’s website > Click here.

Why This Matters

For many small VCSE organisations, accessing flexible funding can be challenging. The Fore provides a rare opportunity to:

• Invest in your organisation’s future
• Build resilience and sustainability
• Strengthen your impact in the community

If your organisation is ready to grow or needs support to stabilise and develop, this fund is well worth exploring.