Community groups invited to apply to Co-op’s Local Community Fund for share of £3.5m fund

• Applications now open for Co-op’s Local Community Fund, local charities and community groups invited to apply for share of £3.5 Million fund.
• Co-op has a presence in every UK postal area, and its Local Community Fund has helped 40,000 causes make a difference locally since the fund began
• Applications are open until 24 June 2026

Applications are now open for Co-op’s Local Community Fund, with local charities and community groups invited to apply for a share of the £3.5 Million fund to make a difference in communities in towns, villages and cities across the UK.

With a presence in every postal area, Co-op is looking to support local projects in communities with a focus on enabling communities to access food; improving mental wellbeing; creating opportunities for young people; promoting community cohesion and, building sustainable futures.

Thanks to Co-op Members, Co-op’s Local Community Fund has helped 40,000 causes across the UK since 2016.

David Luckin, Head of Social Value and Community Engagement, Co-op, said: “Beginning the search for new local causes to take part in a fresh round of funding is always exciting, our members have told us that they want Co-op to focus on the real issues affecting people’s lives. Co-operation and, people working together can be very powerful, and our funding enables local causes to deliver projects that focus on issues that matter most locally. We know that things can be increasingly challenging for communities and through this funding we can help to make a real difference – helping people and communities thrive.’’

Applications are open until 24 June 2026.

For more information, and to apply, visit  coop.co.uk/causes

Co-op is one of the world’s largest consumer-owned co-operatives, with its history dating back more than 180 years. Co-op exists to create value for its membership and communities, and its more than 7m members own the business and play an intrinsic part in the governance of the organisation.

Co-op members can view local causes and choose a community project close to their own heart via the Co-op membership app .