Proposal for Delivering Grant Funding to UK-Based Black-Led Initiatives

This proposal outlines a grantmaking programme to support UK-based Black-led initiatives, delivered by Do it Now Now (DiNN). The programme’s key goals are to provide inclusive, low-barrier access to funding; strengthen organisational capacity; and foster long-term sustainability for smaller, often underfunded Black-led organisations. Funding will be distributed in two rounds over the first year, with tiered grants ranging from £13,000 to £48,000 over two to three years, inclusive of £3,000 to £5,000 in compensated capacity-building support for each grantee. The programme will combine financial support with tailored capacity-building activities, including leadership training, financial management workshops, mentoring, and networking opportunities. DiNN’s bespoke grant management platform will track compliance, engagement, and outcomes, ensuring transparency and accountability. Accessibility will be prioritised through simplified applications, fiscal hosting for unincorporated groups, and inclusive resources. Targeted outreach through community networks, digital campaigns, and workshops will ensure broad engagement, while a diverse assessment panel with lived experience will guarantee equitable selection. Risks, such as low uptake or high application volume, will be mitigated through proactive community engagement and process efficiencies. Keywords: Black-led initiatives, grantmaking, capacity building, community development, inclusive funding, fiscal hosting, equity, sustainability, participatory grantmaking, leadership training, organisational resilience, UK-based, social impact.