Aviva Foundation - Communities Fund

Through a combination of crowdfunding and match funding, the Communities Fund helps organisations raise money to drive meaningful change. To support communities when it matters most, Aviva provide funding directly to organisations that understand local needs, help people build financial wellbeing, and respond to the challenges of our changing climate. No deadlines – apply any time.

Supporting Climate Action

Aviva is committed to supporting projects that help communities prevent, prepare for, and adapt to the impacts of our changing climate. Whether it’s restoring nature, improving access to green spaces, or providing education and skills for a sustainable future, they back initiatives that make a real difference.

Examples of climate action projects include:

Creating or improving green spaces and community gardens.
Harnessing nature to increase shade, reduce flooding, and improve water quality.
Supporting biodiversity through activities like wildflower meadow restoration, tree planting, and beach cleans.
Educating and engaging local communities in meaningful climate action, volunteering, and awareness-raising.
Installing renewable energy solutions or energy-saving measures to reduce your organisation’s carbon footprint (where the building is owned).

Supporting Financial Wellbeing

Aviva back projects and organisations that help people feel more secure and in control of their finances.

Examples of financial wellbeing initiatives include:

Budgeting support, debt advice, and money management services.
Education focused on future financial skills and money management.
Increasing access to food banks, clothing, and essential household items.
Projects that build key life skills such as planning, managing income and outgoings, saving, and understanding financial protection.

Who can apply

UK small charities, social enterprises, and local causes can apply to the Communities Fund to raise vital funds for projects supporting either climate action or financial wellbeing. Check the eligibility criteria for full details.

The Communities Fund offers the opportunity to receive match funding through a crowdfunding platform and is aimed at organisations that:

Have an annual income no higher than £1,000,000 (in the previous financial year).
Are UK-based, with beneficiaries located in the UK.
Are actively making a difference in their local communities.
Focus on one or both of our key areas: financial wellbeing and climate action.