Over the next three years, from 2027 to 2030, the aim is to work alongside a charity to develop their long-term financial sustainability while directly engaging with our diverse business community. It’s a partnership built on more than funding. It’s about finding creative ways for both the charity and the London Bridge business community to benefit from working together.
From 2022 to 2025, we partnered with Bankside Open Spaces Trust and Disability Sports Coach, supporting their work and helping connect them with local businesses.
The partnership includes grant funding of £75,000, aimed at developing projects, engaging with stakeholders and investing in core costs. Alongside this, the partner will benefit from ongoing communication with Team London Bridge and direct support through promotional activities such as marketing and partner events.
We follow IVAR’s Open and Trusting grant-making commitments throughout the process.
How to apply
You must be a registered charity to apply. We’re looking for projects or activities that:
- Enhance community cohesion and pride of place for Southwark residents
- Can run over a significant period of time and have a lasting impact
- Engage with the business community, including local employers and employees, in London Bridge
Submit your expression of interest by email to sofia@teamlondonbridge.co.uk no later than midnight Sunday 8 November 2026. If successful, you’ll be invited to complete an application form with more detail on your proposal, followed by a meeting with members of our grants committee.
Full criteria and guidance for the Building Bridges Fund is available here.