National Windrush Day - Grant Funding 2026

Celebrating 78 Years of the Windrush Generation in Wales

Race Council Cymru, led by Windrush Cymru Elders, administers this Welsh Government small grant scheme for the fifth consecutive year.

Grants are assessed and awarded by members of the Windrush generation, with Welsh Government observing the process.

National Windrush Day (22 June) honours those who arrived from the Caribbean and Commonwealth between 1948 and 1971. 2026 marks the 9th National Windrush Day in Wales.

We invite eligible organisations to apply and help celebrate this important day in your community.

Funding Available

Up to £2,000

Application Deadline

Monday 4 May 2026
at 11:59 pm

Eligibility

Registered charities, CICs & constituted groups in Wales

Completion Report Due

Friday 30 October 2026
by midnight

For more information visit:-

https://racecouncilcymru.org.uk/national-windrush-day-windrush-cymru-78-grant-2026/

Your Vote matters

A reminder that, next Wednesday, there will be a community hustings with a number of confirmed candidates attending.

The hustings is your chance to ask questions in readiness for the upcoming elections. The event will be at Smyrna, Aberfan from 6pm - 7.30pm

Please book on if possible using the QR code on the poster or clicking below

https://tally.so/r/lbR5KB

Merthyr Tydfil Community Trust – Call for Applications

The Merthyr Tydfil Community Trust runs a small grants scheme that is open to small voluntary and community groups for any charitable purpose (excluding religious activities).

Grants awarded will not normally exceed £300. However, grants can be made up to £500 at the discretion of the trustees.

Applications can only be considered from organisations whose income in the last financial year was less than £10,000.

The application must be for an activity based in the County Borough of Merthyr Tydfil.

Application forms are available from Ian Davy, email ian.davy@hotmail.co.uk or phone 07966 698017.

The deadline for applications is Friday 5^th June 2026.

Behind the Headlines

Monday, Apr 27 from 10 am to 11:30 am

Venue to be confirmed - Pontypridd

Overview

Delivered by the Welsh Refugee Council, this session is designed to cut through the confusion surrounding asylum and migration.

Public debate around the issue has become crowded with noise, strong opinions, and misleading online claims. For many people, the challenge isn't a lack of interest - it's a lack of clear, reliable information about how the system actually works.

Join Interlink and Voluntary Action Merthyr Tydfil for a myth-busting workshop, delivered by Welsh Refugee Council, offering a straightforward, practical introduction to the UK asylum system. Participants gain a clear understanding of the processes, safeguards, rights and responsibilities involved, as well as the realities faced by those navigating it.

The session focuses on what's true - not what trends online!

People taking the training will leave with:

· A grounded understanding of how the system operates

· The ability to spot misinformation and avoid common misconceptions

· Confidence in discussing the topic accurately and constructively

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