What we’re looking for:

We want to hear from groups who are making a meaningful, lasting difference in their community.

This could include (but isn’t limited to):

• Demonstrating strong impact on local people or places
• Responding to community needs in creative or effective ways
• Running projects that support our key themes – crime and safety, disadvantaged and socio-economic inequality, housing and homelessness and work and the local economy
• Evidence of sustained commitment or long-term change

Who can enter?

Any voluntary or community not-for-profit group based in South Yorkshire, which has been awarded SYCF funding and is making a difference in the region. 

Shortlisted groups will be invited to attend a special event in May 2026.

What you’ll need to enter:

To help groups prepare, here’s the information applicants will be asked for:

• A short description of your group and its purpose
• Contact details
• Which part of South Yorkshire you operate in
• A 250-word summary of your project or activities and examples of the positive impact you’ve made
• Optional: links to your website or social media