The Co-operative Bank: Customer Donation Fund

Closing date

Community groups holding a Co-Op Charity and Community Bank Account  can apply for grants of up to £1,000 through The Co-operative Bank’s Customer Donation Fund. 

Grants are awarded 2 times a year and can be used for a wide range of purposes, including buying equipment, hiring venues, running community events, or supporting outreach work. The fund is designed to help small charities and community groups deliver local projects that bring people together and create lasting social impact. 

To apply, organisations must show how their proposed activity will benefit the local community and demonstrate clear outcomes. Applications are assessed on community benefit, need, and impact. 

The fund reflects The Co-operative Bank’s ethical banking values and long-standing commitment to social responsibility

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.