Nationwide believe everyone should have a place fit to call home.

Yet with a shortage of new properties, outdated rental stock and a lack of support for the most vulnerable people in our communities, many end up in unsuitable, unsafe or unaffordable accommodation. Helping people into homes is central to how and why Nationwide began 140 years ago, and it's the reason they have launched their Community Grants programme: a chance for local organisations with great housing solutions to apply for grants of up to £50,000.

Applications are shortlisted and then our regional Community Boards, made up of our members and colleagues, come together to award the grants.

Make sure you read all the important info before you apply and you can have a look at the application questions here.