Torus Foundation's Community Investment Fund (CIF) is open to community groups and local organisations to increase support across Torus communities, including but not limited to Liverpool, St.Helens and Warrington.
To be eligible, applications must support one or more of the Foundation's focus areas that benefit Torus tenants and residents, and those living within Torus neighbourhoods:
- Employment and skills
- Financial inclusion
- Youth services
- Health and wellbeing
- Digital inclusion
Organisations can apply for a grant of up to £5,000 in any one year.
Please note, applications will only be accepted from small charities and not-for-profit companies with a total income of less than £500,000. Due diligence checks will be completed for all applicants. Statutory Agencies such as the Police and Local Authorities are not eligible to apply, however, the Foundation will consider requests from Children’s Centres. Schools can apply by invite only from Torus Foundation.
Funding decisions are made by the Community Investment Fund Panel, made up of Torus tenants, twice a year.
2026 Applications
Spring 2026 Applications
- Application Deadline – 27 April 2026
- Successful applicants will be notified by 22 June 2026
Autumn 2026 Applications
- Application Deadline – 21 September 2026
- Successful applicants will be notified by 16 November 2026
How to apply
- Before you apply, please read our guidance notes by visiting torusfoundation.org.uk/CIFguidance
- Once you have read the guidance notes, complete our online application form.
Application support
We also offer a brief grant introductory session for anyone needing extra support with the process. Upcoming session dates are:
- Spring Applications - Wednesday 1 April 2026
- Autumn Applications – Wednesday 12 August 2026
To book a session click here
If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out to us at info@torusfoundation.org.uk