Funding Opportunity Returns for Community Projects in Harwich and Tendring
26th January 2026
Voluntary and community groups in Harwich and Tendring can now apply for funding from the Harwich Haven Authority Fund (HHA Fund). Grants of up to £7,500 are available to help bring local community, environmental, and educational projects to life.
The Fund has been managed by ECF since 2018 and has awarded over £240,000 in grants to charities and voluntary groups working across Harwich and Tendring. The funding forms part of Harwich Haven Authority’s wider programme of community support.
“This fund offers a valuable opportunity for voluntary and community organisations in Harwich and Tendring to turn great ideas into reality,” says Zoe Brampton, Grants Manager at ECF. “We encourage organisations to come forward and explore how the Harwich Haven Authority Fund could help their project grow and thrive.”
Projects Previously Supported
The HHA Fund has supported a range of impactful local projects, including:
- Action for Family Carers – £6,000 towards the delivery of a Young Carers Club in Harwich, offering respite and tailored support for children aged 8–16 with caring responsibilities.
- Jaywick Sands Revival CIC – £8,800 towards the costs of delivering a community foodbank serving the Jaywick area of Clacton.
- The Friends of Cox’s Pond – £2,000 towards start-up costs for the restoration of a local pond and surrounding gardens in Harwich.
- The Active Wellbeing Society – £4,000 towards a new weekly after-school bike club in Harwich, providing bike support alongside a nutritious meal for local children.
Applying for Funding
Organisations wishing to apply should ensure their project meets the Fund’s eligibility criteria and delivers clear benefits to communities in Harwich or Tendring.
The deadline for submitting applications is Tuesday 10 March, 2026.
If you applied for funding in the previous round, please contact us before submitting a new application.
For further information on eligibility and how to apply, organisations should contact our Grants Team at 01245 355947 or book a call.
You can also find more information about our funding application process on our ‘Apply For Support’ page linked below.