Home Cooked is funded by the Mayor of London's Violence Reduction Unit (VRU) to develop a locally led partnership focused on increasing safety and improving outcomes for young people in the Northumberland Park ward area. The initiative empowers local organisations and residents to co-design and deliver hyperlocal solutions that support young people and build safer communities. 

Join the Home Cooked Grant Panel

Central to Home Cooked’s mission is ensuring residents and young people are at the heart of delivery. Following the successful delivery of Round Two, the MyEnds programme has secured additional funding for a third round of the Home Cooked Northumberland Park Community Fund.

We are now looking for passionate residents and young people to join the independent Grant Panel, helping decide how funding is awarded to grassroots organisations across Northumberland Park.

We particularly encourage applications from:

• Young people, especially those with lived experience of youth violence
• Parents and carers
• Residents passionate about supporting local and youth-focused projects

“The whole experience was extremely positive, and I really enjoyed working alongside a panel with a diverse range of ages, experiences, and backgrounds. I also gained valuable new knowledge and best practices that I will take forward with me.”
— Round 2 Panelist

What Does The Role Involve?

As a Grant Panel member, you will:

• Attend online meetings via Microsoft Teams
• Read and review funding applications before meetings
• Take part in group discussions and decision-making
• Assess applications against the funding criteria
• Help decide which grassroots organisations receive funding and where investment can have the greatest impact

All panel members will work as equal peers and will be fully supported by Bridge Renewal Trust through guidance and training throughout the process.

Time Commitment

Training and panel meetings will take place during July and August 2026.

Mandatory online training sessions will take place on:

• Tuesday 23rd June 2026 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm
• Tuesday 30th June 2026 | 5:30pm – 7:00pm

Applicants must attend both training sessions to be considered for the role.

There may also be up to four additional online panel sessions to review applications, expected to take place between 17:00pm and 19:00pm.

What Will You Gain?

By joining the Grant Panel, you will have the opportunity to:

• Contribute to a meaningful local initiative funded by the Mayor of London
• Share your voice, lived experience, and insight to help shape funding decisions
• Meet new people and build valuable community connections
• Help create positive change for young people and local residents

As a thank you for your contribution, all Grant Panel members will receive a £50 gift voucher of their choice.

How To Apply

To apply, please click and complete the online application form or by scanning the QR code.

⏰ Applications close on Friday 19 June 2026 at 5pm.

If you have any questions before applying, please contact:
📧 [email protected]