A limited number of project grants of up to £1,000 are available to UK community organisations, including registered charities and Community Interest Companies, for initiatives that will enhance communities and the environment. Please note that to be eligible to apply, organisations must be Co-operative Bank Charity and Community Bank Account customers.
The Co-operative Bank - Customer Donation Fund is designed to encourage community groups to continue the valuable work they do in their local communities. Co-op Charity and Community Bank Account customers are eligible apply for a grant of up to £1,000 to support their special projects and fundraising activities.
The scheme normally awards grants totalling around £10,000 each year (c.£5,000 in each of the two funding rounds). Project grants are available for projects that will enhance communities and the environment. Some examples of previously funded causes are available on the Co-operative Bank website (scroll down to the section headed “The positive impact of our fund”).
Applications are open all year round. Completing the online application form will ensure organisations are entered into the next prize draw. Winners are drawn at random.
Capital and building works aren’t generally favoured but may occasionally be funded.
One application per organisation may be submitted in each of the application periods below:
- Applications received from 1 October to 31 March are entered into April's prize draw.
- Applications received from 1 April to 30 September are entered into October's prize draw.
The next application deadline is therefore on Wednesday 30 September 2026.
Further information, guidance and a short online application form can be found on the Co-operative Bank website.