Manages funds on behalf of corporate organisations and distributes them to local community and voluntary groups throughout South Yorkshire.  Provides funds and grants for small to medium groups, especially where they have had difficulty getting funding from other sources.  Administers Neighbourhood Renewal Community Chest (NRCC) and Neighbourhood Renewal Community Learning Chest (CLC).  Grants are made by simple application form and assessment visit.  There are four closing dates per year.  Religions and political activity are not funded, but funding may be available for faith groups involved in general community activities.  Priority given to groups in disadvantaged areas.