Bristol Redistro supports groups, campaigns and projects set up and led by communities most affected by inequality that are working to create a more just, equal and sustainable world.
As a wealth redistribution group we aim to transfer money from those who have it to those who don’t. In Bristol, many people are struggling financially, in particular single mothers, disabled people, Black people and people living in working class/ low income areas such as Hartcliffe and Withywood. Many groups in Bristol, particularly those that are predominantly white and middle class, already have options for accessing income and funding (family, professional job, personal savings, networks, capacity to fundraise for mainstream grants). Before applying, we’d like to ask groups to consider whether they could raise money from elsewhere so we can ensure our funds are reserved for those who do not have the same options.
We are keen to support groups that cannot access funds from other funders e.g. new and emerging groups that are not registered and those seen as too political or radical for mainstream funders.
We value groups that are accessible and inclusive, e.g. those that support people to get involved (by meeting their access needs) and support them to be part of the group’s decision-making.
To apply, your group must meet all the following criteria:
1. Working to create a more just, equal and sustainable world. We are keen to support groups that are addressing needs directly as well as those who are working to address root causes and create systemic change.
2. Set up and led by a community most affected by inequality (eg women, non-binary, LGBTQ+, working class, disabled, migrant, Black and racially minoritised people). The group must be led by people with first-hand experience of the issue the group is working on.
3. Based within the boundaries of the City of Bristol and working on issues affecting local people.
4. A non-profit community group with an annual income (e.g. the amount your group has raised through fundraising) under £10,000. You don’t have to be formally registered as a charity, Community Interest Company etc. or have a constitution. You could be a group of people who’ve recently come together to tackle an issue you’re affected by.
There are no restrictions on what you use the funds for. We all know how to transform our own situations, and have the right to determine our own futures.
Previously funded groups can apply again. You may want to give an update on how funds were used in your new application.
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