Catherine Alexander Grassroots Fund

The Catherine Alexander Grassroots Fund provides grants for local people in Kendal and the immediate district. This fund is established by donors Catherine and James Alexander to support small voluntary and community groups and organisations to continue or expand their work in areas such as advocacy, community voice, and service provision. Priority is given to projects that support children and young people, help people fulfill their potential, and promote life skills and the raising of aspirations. Examples of supported projects include equipment for youth groups, improvement of community facilities, and activities for people with a disability. Grants will normally be £1,000 or less over one year, although there is no maximum award amount. The fund is administered by Cumbria Community Foundation and is available to small charitable organisations that benefit communities within Kendal.