Heart of the Community Awards funding round 2026

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Heart of the Community Awards funding round 2026

Heart of the Community Awards funding 2026

Heart of the Community Awards funding round 2026

Supporting local youth groups, community organisations and small charities

Co-op Wholesale affiliated retailers can nominate local charities and community groups that support young people in their local area (within 10 miles). Funding of up to £2,000 is available.

Important Information

Applications can only be submitted by Co-op Wholesale supplied partners.

Only one application per active store will be accepted.

Funding is available to charities and community groups with an annual income below £1 million.

All applications must be completed in lower case.

The nominated organisation must have its own dedicated bank account. Personal accounts, crowdfunding accounts and fundraising platforms (e.g. JustGiving) are not eligible.

All usual MADL governance applies.

Closing date: 18^th September 2026

Your account number *

Name *

Store Name *

Store Postcode *

Email Address *

Store Social tags

Name of Charity / Organisation / Community Group *

Organisation Postcode *

Main Contact Name *

Main Contact Email Address *

Are they a registered Charity: *

Yes
No

If yes, please state the Charity Registration Number

Does the organisation have a dedicated bank account in its name? *

Does the organisation have a dedicated bank account in its name?

Amount Requested *

What is the project, activity or service that the funding will support? *

How many people is the donation anticipated to help? *

How does the organisation support young people in the local community? *

Is this application part of a larger fundraising target? *

Yes
No

What is the overall project cost? How much has already been raised? How will the remaining funding be secured? By what date do they expect to raise the balance?

What would happen if this funding was not received? *

Why have you chosen to support this organisation? *

If successful, are both the retailer and nominated organisation willing to: Provide photographs? Participate in local media opportunities? Be featured on social media and Co-op Wholesale communications? *

Please tick to prove you are human. *

Terms and Conditions
• All applications will be reviewed after the closing date.
• The judges’ decision is final, and no alternative prizes will be offered.
• Funding is available for up to £2,000; the amount awarded may be less.
• Applications are only accepted from Co-op wholesale partners.
• Applications close on 18th September 2026 at 12:00 pm. We reserve the right to close earlier if all funding has been allocated.
• Only one donation per active store will be considered (must comply with the donations policy and not have large amounts of un-donated funds).
• All usual MADL governance applies.
• “Community group” refers to registered charities, community groups, and good causes working for community benefit.