Through Spacehive's partner network, you can access extra funding from councils, companies and foundations to help your project succeed. Here's how it works:
What are Funds?
Funds are pots of money set up by our partners to support community projects. They can donate significant amounts to campaigns alongside other backers. Our funding partners include:
Local councils
Companies
Foundations
Grant-making organisations
How you get matched to Funds
Once you've entered your basic project information, we match you to relevant Funds based on:
Your location
Type of project
Project impact areas
Type of organisation
Making your pitch
You'll find your matched Funds in the 'Funds' tab of your Project Dashboard. For each Fund:
Read their criteria and maximum award amount
Click to start your pitch
Answer their questions about your project
Upload any required documents
Submit your completed pitch
The pitch helps Funds understand your project and decide whether to support you. Common requirements include:
Your organisation's constitution
Recent accounts
Project plans
Evidence of community support
Getting a Partner award
Once your crowdfunding campaign is live:
Funds monitor your progress for about 4 weeks
They look for evidence of community backing
If successful, they'll donate to your campaign
Some awards may come with terms and conditions
You can choose whether to accept their award
Tips for success
Complete your pitches before launching your campaign
Take time to answer questions thoroughly
Provide all requested documentation
Show how your project aligns with their goals
Demonstrate community support through early donations
Keep your campaign active and engaging
Remember: most Funds won't donate your full target amount. You'll still need to crowdfund from your community, but their award can help attract other backers.