Funding for voluntary and community groups

We have a range of small grants to support residents and community groups who are most in need.

Dorset Fundfinder is a tool which enables Dorset's community organisations to search and browse funding, grants and information.

Details of the Local Alliance Group funding of up to £5,000 for individual groups and schools, and £20,000 funding for consortium applications

This fund is now open until Sunday 10 January 2027.

The next round of funding will open on Monday 10 August

Dorset Council Youth Fund grant criteria 2025 to 2026

Find out about The Dorset Community Tree Fund.

This round is now closed

See the list of organisations that will receive an annual revenue award.

Find out about the Dorchester Market Car Boot Fund.

This grant is now closed for applications.

The fund is now closed.