We are pleased to introduce the Community Action Fund (CAF), an exciting new chapter in community funding! This new fund will replace the Commissioner’s Safety Fund (CSF), bringing a more streamlined process.
Building safer, stronger communities starts with prevention, not just response. The Community Action Fund empowers local people to lead the way, putting resources directly into the hands of those who know their neighbourhoods best. By supporting innovative grassroots projects, we tackle the root causes of crime and vulnerability head-on.
Empowered communities create lasting change. Whether it’s youth groups offering safe space, neighbourhood watch schemes reducing crime, or local businesses tackling anti-social behaviour, grassroots efforts make a real difference.
This fund focuses on prevention: stopping problems before they start. By supporting local ideals, we can reduce crime, ease pressure on emergency services, and build safer, more connected communities.
The best solutions come from those who live and work in these areas every day. With the right tools and support, communities can truly thrive.
Whether you’ve applied for funding before or this is your first time, the Community Action Fund offers a clearer, more targeted approach to making a real difference where it matters most.
The Community Action Fund is designed to provide targeted support to community and constituted groups through a series of themed grant rounds running throughout the year. Each round focuses exclusively on prevention initiatives that address one of our six prevention delivery strategies and will support community-led projects that aim to reduce harm and improve safety. Eligible groups can apply for grants up to £10,000 to support their initiatives.
- Rural Crime
- Road Safety
- Violence and Vulnerability
- Business Crime
- Neighbourhood Crime
- Violence Against Woment and Girls (VAWG)
If you’re part of a community group, charity, voluntary organisation, or any constituted group working to make your area safer you can apply. We want to hear from people who understand their communities and have great ideas for making a positive impact.
The first three rounds will open on the following dates:
- Rural Crime - 1st September 2025
- Road Safety - 17th November 2025
- Violence and Vulnerability - 1st December 2025
The remaining three rounds; Business Crime, Neighbourhood Crime and Violence Against Women and Girls (VAWG) will be launched in 2026, with dates to be confirmed.
Please use the thumbnails below to find out more about the first two rounds which will be coming up. Details of the third round will be available in due course:
Applications for this round of funding will open on Monday 1st September 2025. Please click the link to find out more about this round and how to apply.
Applications for this round of funding will open on Monday 17th November 2025. Please click the link to find out more about this round and how to apply.
Round 3
Violence and Vulnerability
Applications for this round of funding will open on Monday 1st December 2025. Please revisit this page as details will appear here nearer the time.