Before you start your application
Confirm you have done the following:
- Read the Main Grants 2026-29 Guidance Notes
- Understood the Theory of Change
- Checked the definitions of infrastructure and capacity building
- Attended at least one workshop session
- Checked the FAQs
- Decided which of the Main Grants funding streams you are planning to apply for (Neighbourhood, Borough, Transition grants)
- Have the relevant documents and information about your organisation ready.
The technical bit
It is possible to save your application and return to it later as it is very unlikely you will be able to complete the application all in one go.
At the bottom of each application page, you will find a ‘Save’ button. Click on ‘Save’ and enter an email address where you would like the resume link to be sent to. Save your link as a favourite and go back to it every time you want to continue your application.
Keep saving your application as you go - nothing more annoying than a computer crash losing all your hard work.
If you have any trouble with getting or reusing your link, lose your resume link, or accidentally submit your application prematurely then please email us on main.grants@lewisham.gov.uk for support.
Allow yourself sufficient time to complete the application.
This is a lengthy form that requires thoughtful preparation and research. You may need to consult with trustees or other members of your organisation, and potentially engage with numerous partners to strengthen your submission.
Please ensure you read the guidance thoroughly, and allocate sufficient time to complete the application, including obtaining the input needed from partners.
Deadline
The deadline to submit your application is: 5pm, Monday 6 October 2025
The application process will automatically shut down at 5pm and there will be no option to submit your form after 5pm on the 6th of October. As such, we strongly advise you not to submit your application at the last minute.