A purposeful partnership for real disability impact.

Key grants opportunities in Cornwall.

The Clare Milne Trust is proud to work in close partnership with Cornwall Community Foundation (CCF) to deliver a small grants programme that strengthens grassroots organisations across Cornwall, supporting those living with disabilities in the county.

Through this collaboration, grants of £500–£5,000 are awarded to community organisations that are deeply embedded in the places they serve, who can demonstrate impact for the benefit with those with disabilities. These organisations understand local need first-hand and are often best placed to deliver practical, meaningful support.

Although modest in size, these grants consistently create lasting and measurable impact. For many small charities, a timely and flexible grant can be transformative. It may sustain a valued service, spark a new initiative, or enable a rapid response to emerging challenges. In a landscape where demand continues to rise and resources remain stretched, small grants can act as a powerful catalyst for positive change.

We believe strongly in accessible, proportionate funding. Many grassroots organisations do not have the capacity to pursue larger or more complex funding opportunities. By working with CCF to maintain a supportive and straightforward application process, we help ensure that funding reaches those closest to community need, including groups creating inclusive, safe and welcoming inclusive and accessible spaces to connect, participate and thrive.

Our grants focus specifically on organisations that can clearly demonstrate the positive difference their work will make. CCF’s local insight, community relationships and deep understanding of Cornwall’s voluntary sector help ensure that funding is directed where it can have the greatest effect.

Beyond immediate outcomes, these grants also help build the long‑term resilience for local organisations. They give groups the confidence to test new ideas, strengthen partnerships and attract further support in the future. For many, receiving a Clare Milne Trust grant is not only financial assistance but also recognition of the vital role they play within their communities.

This trusted, locally informed approach ensures that resources reach communities that are often underserved, while keeping the experiences and voices of disabled people at the heart of decision‑making.

Together with Cornwall Community Foundation, we are proud to support projects that show how small grants, when thoughtful, targeted and rooted in local need, can create meaningful, inclusive and lasting impact

www.cornwallcommunityfoundation.com

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