We are delighted to announce that 35 organisations led by and for Black and minoritised women and girls have been selected to receive grants of up to £40,000 through the Rise Fund.
We know that Black and minoritised-led organisations face significant and systemic barriers to funding and frequently operate on very limited resources. Through this fund, we are offering two-year grants to fund organisational development work relating to areas such as strategy, governance, leadership, alliances and partnerships, funding, demonstrating impact and systems and processes. We want to support organisations to survive, thrive and grow in the future.
Across the UK, Black and minoritised-led women’s and girls’ organisations told us that they are facing a funding cliff edge, that demand has increased, and that in the context of responding to Covid-19, it has been impossible to find the time to address longer-term strategic planning and sustainability.
We know that organisations led by and for Black and minoritised women and girls have incredible knowledge and expertise, providing tailored and culturally sensitive support for women and girls with a range of complex issues. Throughout the pandemic, these specialist organisations have continued to meet the immediate and long-term needs of women and girls in times of crisis.
Lisa Raftery, Rosa Trustee and Chair of the Rise Fund Advisory Panel said:
“I am proud and delighted that Rosa is investing in so many incredible organisations led by and for Black and minoritised women through the Rise Fund. There is a huge need for sustainability funding and Rosa has a proud history of funding women’s and girls’ organisations that otherwise struggle to access funding. Through the Rise Fund, organisations will be in a stronger position to thrive and grow in the future, which is why we will be continuing to seek investment to carry on this vital work.”
We’d like to thank everyone on the Rise Advisory Panel for their guidance and support selecting the successful grant applicants. Thank you also to our donors, Trustees, staff, and supporters without whom this fund would not be possible.
The full list of successful Rise Fund applicants can be found here.