High Sheriffs’ Fund for Community Safety and Crime Reduction (United Kingdom)

The High Sheriffs’ Fund provides grants of up to £5,000 for not-for-profit community groups delivering services that benefit people living in Lincolnshire. The fund supports projects that promote a safer society and help reduce crime, including diversionary youth activities and inter-generational community cohesion work. The source indicates a deadline of Friday 30 October 2026 (with further closing dates TBC). Opportunity at a Glance

- Funding organization: Lincolnshire Community Foundation (High Sheriffs’ Fund)

- Opportunity name: High Sheriffs’ Fund

- Grant size: Up to £5,000 (average grant £2,000)

- Annual budget: Aim to distribute around £15,000 a year

- Capital projects: Up to £10,000 may be considered for larger capital projects where prior approval has been given (amounts in the source appear as “£5,000.00 (up to £10,000.00…)”) - Geographic focus: Lincolnshire, with a note that organisations operating in and for people living in North and North East Lincolnshire should contact the Tribune Trust

- Eligible applicants: Voluntary or community organisations in Lincolnshire (not statutory agencies)

- Deadline: Friday 30 October 2026 (time zone and time not specified in the source); further closing dates TBC

- Project spending deadline: All funds must be spent within a year of receipt

About the Opportunity

The High Sheriffs’ Fund aims to assist projects that promote a safer society and help reduce crime in Lincolnshire. The fund is intended to support community-led work that strengthens local safety and social integration. The source also notes that successful applications have included: - Inter-generational activities - Social cohesion/community engagement projects - Diversionary youth activities Funding and Benefits

The fund offers:

- Maximum grant: Up to £5,000 (average grant £2,000)

- Potential higher amount for capital: Up to £10,000 for larger capital projects may be considered where prior approval has been given (Not specified in the source how to request this prior approval)

- Estimated annual distribution: Aim to distribute around £15,000 a year

The source states that the following costs may be covered (where relevant to the project and identified need): - Running costs - Equipment - Travel - Venue hire - Telephone - Stationery - Refreshments - Volunteer training - Activities that meet an identified need

The source also states:

- Whatever is funded must benefit your local community - All funds must be spent within a year of receipt Who Is Eligible? Eligible applicants (as stated in the source) include: - Voluntary or community organisations in Lincolnshire - Not statutory agencies - Not-for-profit community groups delivering services that benefit people living in Lincolnshire

Geographic eligibility:

- The fund is for Lincolnshire generally, but the source specifies that organisations operating in and for people living in North and North East Lincolnshire should contact the Tribune Trust. - The source does not specify whether applicants must be based in Lincolnshire or whether they must deliver services there; it indicates eligibility is tied to “people living in Lincolnshire” and “operating in and for people living in North and North East Lincolnshire.”

Organisational type and local focus:

- Priority is given to locally run and managed organisations. - The source says it is unlikely the fund will support local branches/organisations of a larger regional or national organisation, unless they can evidence local need and engagement. Eligible Activities or Priority Areas The fund supports local projects that encourage and/or assist those included in the target group. Priority areas mentioned in the source include: - Crime reduction

- Young people, including:

- Diversionary activities - Projects that raise aspirations - Projects that reduce isolation - Inter-generational activities, including: - Reducing fear of crime - Promoting community cohesion The source also indicates the overall aim is to create a safer, more integrated society. Why This Opportunity Matters This grant opportunity is designed for community organisations working on practical, local approaches to crime reduction and community safety. It supports activities that can engage young people, strengthen relationships across generations, and improve community cohesion—areas that can help address both safety concerns and social isolation. How to Apply - Check whether your project meets the criteria described in the source (community safety/crime reduction in Lincolnshire; not statutory; locally run/managed priority). - Complete the Application Form in full, including the budget breakdown (the source explicitly requests full completion). - Send the completed application form to the address at the bottom of the page on the official opportunity listing (the source does not provide the address in the excerpt). - If you need help completing the form, contact the Grants Team:

- Phone: [contact details removed]

- The source states the team will help with how to fill in the form. Official contact details provided in the source:

- Name: Helen Cater, Lincolnshire Community Foundation

- Address: Glennys Sanders House, Pride Parkway, Sleaford, NG34 8GL

- Email: [contact details removed]

- Phone: [contact details removed]

Deadline: Friday 30 October 2026 (time and time zone not specified in the source). Further closing dates are TBC.

Source page: High Sheriffs’ Fund – Lincolnshire Community Foundation

Application Tips or Common Mistakes - Complete the application form in full, including the budget breakdown (the source specifically highlights this requirement). - Ensure your project clearly addresses community safety and crime reduction and benefits your local community. - If you are part of a larger organisation, be prepared to show local need and engagement, as the source indicates local branches are unlikely to be funded without evidence. Frequently Asked Questions What is the High Sheriffs’ Fund? It is a grant programme from Lincolnshire Community Found