For those not in the RFO network but applying to Stage 2, this interim year will be tough for many organisations particularly if they are not able to access other funds. What support is available for organisations in difficulty over the coming year before Multi-Year Funding is awarded?

As we are all aware, demand for all our funds remains extremely high. Non...

As we are all aware, demand for all our funds remains extremely high. Non-RFOs continue to have the same access to existing project funds during 2024/25 as previously and there are no restrictions or exclusions to stop non-RFOs from applying for support through these routes if they wish to. At this time there are no plans, capacity or budget to introduce further support funds for organisations during 2024/25 (beyond the Transition Funding as outlined in the Multi-Year Fund guidance).