South Tyneside community groups invited to apply for share of £3.5m fund
South Tyneside charities and community groups are being asked to apply for a share of a £3.5m funding pot.
Applications are now open for Co-op’s Local Community Fund, with South Tyneside charities and community groups invited to apply for a share of the £3.5 Million fund to make a difference in local communities.
Co-op is looking to support local projects with a focus on enabling communities to access food, improve mental wellbeing, create opportunities for young people, promote community cohesion and build sustainable futures.
The Co-op’s Local Community Fund has helped 40,000 causes across the UK since 2016.
Co-Op’s David Luckin said: “We know that things can be increasingly challenging for communities and through this funding we can help to make a real difference – helping people and communities thrive.’’
With its history dating back more than 180 years, Co-op is one of the world’s largest consumer-owned co-operatives. It has more than seven million members.
Applications are open until 24 June 2026.
For more information, and to apply, visit coop.co.uk/causes