Application Process
If you have an idea that may benefit your community, and your organisation falls into one of the categories outlined in the who we support section, you could be eligible for funding and support from the Key Fund.
Step-by-step guide for applicants
Register your interest
Register your interest by completing an Initial Enquiry Form
Initial discussion by phone
If you are eligible for funding, a member of our Development Team will be designated to support your enquiry and will contact you within a week of receiving your application pack to discuss your development needs and to provide further information or assistance.
This member of staff will be able to advise you of the kind of funds that might be available to support your enterprising idea.
Developing your application
We will then assist you in developing the best possible application and identify any other ways that the Key Fund may be able to help you to develop your organisation’s aims. Once completed, your application will be sent to an independent panel where it will either be approved (sometimes subject to conditions), deferred or declined.
Panel outcome
We will let you know the outcome of the panel as soon as possible and if your application is successful, we will work with you to support your financial and business needs. If your application is unsuccessful, we may be able to work with you to develop your application further or point you in the direction of other funding opportunities.
