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Sport Wales Launches Crowdfunding Boost for Community Sports Clubs (Wales)
Community sports clubs in Wales can apply for funding to upgrade their facilities through the A Place for Sport Crowdfunder programme. This programme is delivered by Sport Wales in partnership with Crowdfunder. Not-for-profit sports clubs can secure matched funding of up to 60% of their fundraising target, capped at £15,000, for projects such as refurbishing clubhouses, improving accessibility, or enhancing amenities. Applicants must raise at least 25% themselves and show clear community backin...
10th February 2026
Funding to Support Armed Services Children in Schools (Wales)
Funding is available to help schools and local authorities to provide additional support to children from families of Service personnel. The Supporting Service Children in Education in Wales Fund, funded by the Welsh Government and administered by SSCE Cymru, will award grants of £1,000 to schools and local authorities to deliver projects that will support the social, emotional, and academic needs of service children aged 4 to 16; and grants of up to £3,000 to schools who have achieved their A...
4th February 2026
Grants Available to Improve Community Facilities in Coalfield Areas (Wales)
Voluntary and community organisations in former coalfield areas of Wales can apply for capital funding to improve local facilities through the Coalfield Community Capital Grants programme. The scheme is delivered by the Coalfields Regeneration Trust, with support from the Welsh Government, and supports projects that safeguard, improve, or maintain community buildings and spaces, benefiting local people. Grants of £500 to £7,000 are available for costs including repairs, refurbishments, energy ...
3rd February 2026
Funding Available for International Learning Exchange Opportunities (Wales)
Taith Pathway 1 is Wales’ international learning exchange programme. It supports students, young people, and staff working in education and youth services to take part in international study, training, volunteering, and work placements. These opportunities help participants explore new cultures, develop skills, and share knowledge. The programme also welcomes international learners and partners to come to Wales for similar exchange experiences. The funding aims to make international exchange m...
30th January 2026
Grants of up to £15,000 Available to Engage Communities in Climate Action (Wales)
Community and other not-for-profit organisations can apply for grants of up to £15,000 to engage communities in climate action. The funding which is being made available through the National Lottery Community Fund's Sustainable Steps Wales – Egin Grants aim to support Welsh groups initiating sustainable living projects. With £3.75 million available over five years, this funding aims to assists communities in implementing action plans developed through the Egin Mentoring Service. Projects s...
29th January 2026
Funding to Help Create Thriving Welsh Speaking Communities (Wales)
Community groups across Wales can apply for grants of up to £5,000 to support the establishment or early development of co-operatives, social enterprises, and community-led housing projects. Funding is provided through the Welsh Government’s Perthyn Grants scheme, which has been expanded to cover the whole of Wales, enabling more community-led projects to receive support. The scheme aims to create economic opportunities, provide affordable housing, and strengthen Welsh-speaking communities, p...
23rd January 2026
£24.6 million North Wales Clean Energy Fund Launched (Wales)
Ambition North Wales has launched the £24.6 million North Wales Clean Energy Fund as part of the North Wales Growth Deal to support clean energy and decarbonisation projects across the region. Delivered with partners UMi and WCVA, the fund is open to businesses, voluntary organisations, charities and community groups in North Wales and will support renewable energy generation, energy efficiency measures and smart energy systems. The programme includes a £5 million voluntary sector fund offerin...
20th January 2026
Millennium Stadium Charitable Trust Announces Funding Round (Wales)
The Millennium Stadium Charitable Trust has announced that it is now accepting grant applications from registered charities, community groups, and other not-for-profit organisations in Wales. The Trust's aim is to improve the quality of life for people who live and work in Wales, by investing in inspirational sporting, arts, environmental, and community-based projects. The Trust generates its income through a levy on every ticket purchased for public events at the Millennium Stadium in Cardiff. ...
12th January 2026
UK Funding News
Grants of up £20 Million Available for Large Scale Community Projects (England)
Community organisations in England, such as voluntary groups, registered charities, charitable incorporated organisations, and community interest companies, can apply for grants from £20,001 to £20 million. The funding is available through the National Lottery Community Fund’s Reaching Communities programme. The programme supports projects that help communities and improve people’s lives. This can include work that addresses poverty, disadvantage, or discrimination; supports children and ...
20th February 2026
£20 Million for Technology to Tackle Drug & Alcohol Addiction (UK)
Businesses across the UK are being offered a share of £20 million of government funding to develop medicines, medical technologies and digital tools to tackle drug and alcohol addiction. The AHG Goals Catalysing Innovation Awards will support innovations such as new medicines, medical devices, wearables, AI-enabled tools, treatment apps and virtual reality therapies designed to improve treatment outcomes and reduce the risk of harm. The competition offers two funding strands: up to £10 million...
20th February 2026
Funding to Support Local Good Causes (UK)
Funding platform Easyfundraising has launched a new fund to support not-for-profit organisations across the UK. The Impact Fund offers twenty unrestricted grants of £500 to help organisations continue or improve their services. The funding can be used where it’s needed most, including equipment, resources, volunteer costs, event expenses, small projects, or essential running costs. The fund is open to organisations including charities, not-for-profits, schools and education settings, sports c...
20th February 2026
£37 Million Fund Launched to Strengthen Services & Prevent Homelessness (England)
As part of its national strategy to end homelessness, the government has announced a three-year, £37 million investment in England’s voluntary, community and faith sector. The Ending Homelessness in Communities Fund aims to strengthen community-based support, transform day services, help individuals live independently and prevent homelessness and rough sleeping. Revenue funding of £50,000-£200,000 per year for up to three years is available, alongside capital funding of £50,000-£200,000 f...
20th February 2026
Funding for Respite Breaks for Disabled Children and their Families (UK)
Families and groups of children, schools, organisations, and other registered charities can apply to the Adamson Trust for financial assistance towards the cost of holidays or respite breaks for disabled children with physical, mental, or emotional impairments. To be eligible, the child must be a UK resident aged 3 to 17, and the Trust requires evidence of their disability or illness from a medical or social services professional. Grants from the Trust usually only cover a portion of the holiday...
20th February 2026
Funding to Enhance Reading in Schools (UK)
UK schools and educational settings can apply for the February 2026 Twinkl Community Collection giveaway, delivered by Twinkl Ltd. The programme offers multiple awards designed to enhance reading provision. Entries must be submitted by a member of the Senior Leadership Team or an authorised representative on behalf of a UK-based setting. The programme includes one £1,000 cash award to support literacy development or reading resources, one fully resourced reading corner bundle, and 50 Class Pack...
19th February 2026
Grants to Help People Clear Domestic Gas & Electricity Debts (England, Scotland & Wales)
Individuals and families with domestic gas or energy debts ranging from £50 to £1,700 on pre-payment meter accounts can apply for support through the Individual and Families grants programme. Administered by the British Gas Energy Trust, this programme provides grants to British Gas and non-British Gas customers with pre-payment or credit accounts to clear outstanding arrears with their energy supplier. Any British Gas and non-British Gas customer in England, Wales and Scotland who has sought ...
19th February 2026
Schools Can Apply for £500 of Free Equipment to Deliver Outdoor Learning (England, Scotland & Wales)
Schools in England, Scotland, and Wales, including Early Years, Infant, Primary and Secondary schools, can apply for up to £500 of free outdoor resources. Successful schools will also receive two hours of professional outdoor training to support outdoor learning and play. The grant is offered through the Learning through Landscapes Local School Nature Grant Programme. It is funded by players of People’s Postcode Lottery.
Applications must be submitted by a member of school staff. Applicatio...
19th February 2026
Funding to Support Disadvantaged Young People and Offenders (UK)
UK charities and charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs) are invited to apply for grants to support initiatives that help young offenders, ex-offenders, and other disadvantaged young people secure pathways to meaningful employment and community engagement. In some cases, applications from community interest companies (CICs) may also be considered. The programme offers two funding streams: small grants of up to £5,000 and main grants with no formal upper limit, although typical awards are g...
19th February 2026
Funding for Charities Supporting Children with Language and Hearing Difficulties (UK)
Funding is available to small UK-registered charities that support children with speech, language, or hearing difficulties. The Speech, Language and Hearing Foundation provides grants for education, therapy, and research that improve the lives of children facing communication challenges or complex developmental needs. Previous grants have funded part-time speech and language therapists in disadvantaged schools, postgraduate study in educational audiology, improvements to classroom acoustics, res...
18th February 2026
Funding Available for Library & Literacy Projects (UK & Ireland)
Libraries, schools, nurseries and community centres are invited to apply for funding through Better World Books’ Literacy Grants Programme to run literacy projects that make a real difference. This round of funding focuses on Libraries & Literacy Access. It will support new projects that improve library services and help more people access books and reading across the UK and Ireland. Applications should clearly explain how the project will remove obstacles that prevent people from reading and...
18th February 2026
£288 Million Government Fund for Green Heating Projects (England)
Public, private and third sector organisations in England can now bid for capital funding to help new and existing heat networks move to low and zero carbon technologies. The funding, which is being made available through the Government’s £288 million Green Heat Network Fund, will support the rollout of low-carbon technologies like heat pumps, and solar and geothermal energy, to help networks deliver clean heating to homes, offices, commercial and public buildings. Grant levels for individual...
18th February 2026
Funding Available for Creative Youth-Led Nature Projects (UK)
Grants of £500 are available for projects led by young people that celebrate UK native wildflowers, plants and fungi in exciting and engaging ways. The funding is made available through Grow Wild’s Youth Grants programme to support young people to deliver a wide range of creative projects that will inspire communities and help people connect to each other and nature. Grants can be used for anything project-related, from basic materials and equipment to resources or training. Young people aged...
17th February 2026
Funding for Transformative IT Projects (UK)
Registered charities, community interest companies, and other not-for-profit organisations can apply for grants of up to £15,000 for IT projects that benefit communities across the UK. The funding is made available through the Worshipful Company of Information Technologists Grants Programme, which aims to support innovative projects and activities that use information technology (IT) to create positive impact through education, digital inclusion, charitable, and public engagement initiatives. T...
17th February 2026
£1.4 Million Grant Scheme to Boost Practical STEM Education in Schools (UK)
The Royal Society has launched a £1.4 million scheme to strengthen practical science education in schools across the UK. Funded by the Julia Rausing Trust, the Science Community Grant scheme will award up to £105,000 each to ten STEM organisations. These organisations will partner with schools and colleges in areas of greatest need to deliver hands-on, investigative science projects. Over three academic years, each organisation will collaborate with at least 25 schools, enabling students to ca...
17th February 2026
Funding to Support Dementia Organisations (England, Scotland & Wales)
Grants of up to £7,500 are available to support small dementia clubs and memory cafes across England, Scotland and Wales. At least 20 grants will be awarded to organisations that provide services to adults over 65 living with dementia and/or their carers. Applicants need to be registered charities, community groups, or community interest companies with an annual income of under £250,000. Priority will be given to those working in areas of high deprivation. The funding is provided by the McCa...
17th February 2026
Funding Available for Prisoner Rehabilitation and Early Intervention Schemes (UK)
UK registered charities with an annual income between £350,000 and £4 million can apply for grants of up to £25,000 per year for up to three years for projects that prevent criminal activity and rehabilitate offenders. Key funding areas include early intervention for families, diversionary schemes for at-risk youth, and rehabilitation support focusing on accommodation, mentoring, and employment. Priority is given to initiatives supporting victims of domestic abuse and criminal exploitation, ...
16th February 2026
Grants for New International Literature Projects (UK)
Independent literature organisation, Speaking Volumes, has launched a new round of funding to support international literary collaboration. The Beyond Literature Borders programme, delivered in partnership with the British Council, will award five grants of £7,000 to help small, UK-based arts organisations to develop and deliver a standalone literature project with an international partner. Organisations must be diverse-led and/or working with underrepresented voices, and either new to internat...
16th February 2026
£3.8 Million Grant Scheme for Legal Advice Organisations (London, South East England, Wales, & Scotland)
Around £3.8 million in unclaimed rail fare dispute funds will be spent on free legal advice as part of a new grants programme announced by the Access to Justice Foundation. The Improving Lives Through Advice 2026 funding programme, will provide unrestricted three-year grants to organisations delivering free legal advice in London, South East England, Wales, and Scotland. The initiative aims to increase access to justice for vulnerable communities by supporting frontline, free legal advice servi...
16th February 2026
Funding to Support the Promotion of the Arts for Public Benefit (UK)
UK arts organisations committed to fostering excellence and emerging talent are invited to apply for grants through the Jerwood Foundation’s 2026 funding round. This initiative supports projects that enhance public access to the arts and contribute to the professional development of artists. Funding is available for a range of activities including exhibitions, performances, residencies, and other creative initiatives that demonstrate both artistic ambition and meaningful public engagement. The...
16th February 2026
Grants of up to £5,000 Available to Promote Horticulture and Public Gardens (UK)
Organisations involved in horticulture, gardening, or botany can apply for grants of up to £5,000 from the Stanley Smith (UK) Horticultural Trust. Established in 1970, the Trust has awarded over £3.2 million to more than a thousand recipients, supporting projects that promote horticulture, conserve the environment through biodiversity, develop public gardens, and advance horticultural education. Eligible projects include the restoration of historic gardens, creation of new public garden spaces...
16th February 2026
Funding for Projects that Support the Education and Development of Children and Young People (England)
Schools, colleges and community groups in England can apply for grants to support the education and development of children and young people through educational, cultural, sporting and other projects. Projects that will help enhance the self-confidence, teamwork skills and future employability of children and young people are of particular interest. In most cases, grants are made on a relatively small scale. Many grants will be under £2,000, most will be under £5,000, and in only a few cases w...
16th February 2026
Funding Opens for Creative Programmes to Highlight Asian Arts & Culture (UK)
Grants of up to £100,000 are available to UK not-for-profit organisations for projects that explore and promote Asian culture. Funding is provided through the Bagri Foundation’s Arts & Culture Grants programme to support initiatives focusing on traditional or contemporary Asian culture, and featuring established or mid-career artists from Asia or its diasporas. Open to UK-based charities, CIOs, CICs, exempt charities, and experienced creative collectives, the scheme supports a wide range of c...
13th February 2026
Grants for Small & Medium Sized Museums to Improve the Care of their Collections (UK)
Small and medium-sized museums that are members of the Association of Independent Museums can apply for funding to improve the care for their collections. The funding is being made available with support from the Pilgrim Trust. Grants of up to £1,200 are available to cover the cost of a three-day professional collections care audit. Larger museums are advised to apply directly to the Pilgrim Trust for funding. The funding is made available through the Collections Care and Conservation Grants sc...
13th February 2026
Screwfix Foundation (UK)
Grants of up to £5,000 are available to local charities and not-for-profit organisations (including specialist not-for-profit schools) to fund projects that will fix, repair, maintain and improve properties and community facilities for those in need in the UK. The funding is being made available through Screwfix Foundations, and the grants are available for a wide range of projects, from repairing buildings and improving facilities in deprived areas to decorating the homes of people living wit...
13th February 2026
Innovation for All Foundation Reopens its Grants Programme (UK)
The Innovation for All Foundation, set up by intellectual property firm Kilburn & Strode, has reopened applications for its ‘Innovation for Good’ grant programme. The programme offers grants of between £10,000 and £30,000 to support projects that use creative solutions to tackle a wide range of social challenges. In the past, the Foundation has funded projects in areas such as medical research, mental health, the creative arts, IT, and technology. The grants are open to registered UK chari...
12th February 2026
Funding for Songwriters and Producers to Develop their Careers (UK)
The Performing Rights Society (PRS) for Music Foundation has launched a new funding round to develop the careers of songwriters and producers working in popular music genres in the UK. Launched in 2017 as a response to the long-term career needs of those working behind the scenes, the Hitmaker Fund awards up to eighteen grants of between £5,000 and £10,000 each year. Applications can be made by songwriters or producers (or their representatives) with at least five credited works registered wit...
12th February 2026
Funding to Expand Early Years Childcare Places (England)
Local Authorities in England can apply for funding to expand early-years education capacity in areas where demand for childcare exceeds available provision. In expanding local provision, Local Authorities may bid on behalf of state-funded primary schools, maintained nursery schools and Best Start Family Hub sites. The programme funds capital works rather than fixed awards, with most projects expected to cost under £1 million. Eligible activity includes new nursery provision, facility expansi...
11th February 2026
Grants and Learning Support Available for Emerging Community Businesses (England)
Community businesses in England will soon be able to apply for grants of up to £4,000, along with support to help them grow their income and social impact. The programme runs from 31 March to 30 September 2026. It includes Match Trading grants, around ten days of learning, regional groups, and peer support. It is designed for early-stage or developing community businesses. The funding is provided through Power to Change’s Trading for Good: Community Business initiative. To begin the applicati...
11th February 2026
Grants to Promote Physics Amongst Under-Represented Young People (UK)
Grants of up to £4,000 are available to engage families with young people under 16 who are from under-represented groups, including girls and young women, disabled youth, LGBTQ+ youth, youth from disadvantaged backgrounds, and Black Caribbean youth, to encourage them to continue their physics studies after 16 years of age. The Institute of Physics is now accepting submissions for its updated Public Engagement Grant Scheme (PEGS), which supports the Limit Less programme aimed at addressing under...
11th February 2026
£20m now available for charities and community groups through the Ofgem Energy Redress Scheme (England, Scotland and Wales)
The Ofgem Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Scheme has launched its fifteenth funding round. A total of £20 million is available for charities and community energy groups, including community interest companies, co-operative societies and community benefit societies, to apply for grants through six funding streams. Eligible projects include those supporting households most at risk of cold homes and high energy bills, developing innovative domestic energy products and services, or reducing carbo...
10th February 2026
Home Improvement Grants for People in Need (UK)
Grants of up to £10,000 are available to UK registered charities to support essential home improvements for people in need. The funding is made available through the B&Q Foundation’s Home Improvement Grants scheme which aims to make homes safer, more welcoming and comfortable for people facing homelessness, disability, domestic abuse, serious illness, or financial hardship. Grants can support a range of home improvement works, including essential repairs, decorating, the installation of fixtu...
10th February 2026
Funding for Community Health & Wellbeing Projects (UK)
To celebrate its 20th anniversary, Laughology is giving away £20,000 through its Happiness Fund in 2026. The fund supports neighbourhood-based community projects that help build happy, strong, and resilient communities across the UK. Funding is available to small not-for-profit organisations to set up new groups or activities that improve mental health and wellbeing, promote inclusion, and support learning and skills development in local communities. Applicants must demonstrate how their projec...
10th February 2026
Funding to Support People Affected by Homelessness (UK)
Grants of £1,000 are available to support projects that help people who are homeless, or at risk of homelessness, to build essential life skills that promote independence and long-term stability. The funding supports practical activities such as food education, healthy living, and budgeting. Priority is given to projects working with people leaving the armed forces, prison, or the care system. Grants are awarded by the Austin and Hope Pilkington Trust to UK registered charities or exempt organi...
10th February 2026
National Archives has reopened its Seed Corn Grant (UK)
The National Archives has reopened its Seed Corn Grant, offering funding of £500 to £5,000 for community groups, archives, and heritage organisations to test early-stage ideas. This scheme supports risky or experimental projects, such as piloting new engagement methods, building partnerships, or conducting research and development, without the pressure of delivering immediate large-scale outputs. Eligible applicants include grassroots organisations and the wider GLAM sector (Galleries, Librari...
9th February 2026
Grants for Community Music Projects (England & Wales)
Grants of up to £3,000 are available to charities, community groups and other not-for-profit organisations in England and Wales delivering music-related projects that promote good health and well-being, quality education, or reduced inequalities. Metal for Good will fund up to six projects (one £3,000 award, two £2,000 awards, and three £1,000 awards), with priority given to grassroots community groups and small-to-medium-sized voluntary organisations. Applications use a short expression of ...
9th February 2026
Funding for Collaborative Projects that Support Primary Science Teaching (UK & Ireland)
Grants of up to £600 (€690) are available to support the teaching of science in primary schools in the UK in Ireland. The Royal Society of Chemistry’s Primary Science Teaching Empowerment Fund is designed to help teachers plan and organise collaborative projects or events aimed at improving science teaching at primary level, and developing leadership skills in teachers and technicians. The funding will cover event costs and up to one day of teaching so that teachers can plan the project or ...
9th February 2026
Funding of up to £20,000 Available for Business Start-Ups (UK)
Equity-free funding of up to £20,000 is available for business start-ups looking to use location or property data to create a product or business.The Geovation Accelerator programme, a partnership between Ordnance Survey and HM Land Registry, aims to help launch and grow innovative solutions that address social, environmental, and economic challenges through data and technology. In addition to funding, successful applicants will also receive a range of support services, including tailored tech ...
9th February 2026
£100,000 Grants Open for Museums & Community Partnerships (UK)
Grants of up to £100,000 are available to support museums and their partners in using collections to advance inclusion, equity, and social and climate justice. The funding, made available through the Museums Association’s Esmée Fairbairn Communities and Collections Fund (EFCCF), comprises two distinct streams. Core Grants support individual museums with strong participatory and inclusion strategies, while Partnership Project Grants support collaborations with community organisations. Since 2...
6th February 2026
Grants Available to Help Support Armed Forces Day 2026 (UK)
Charities, schools, local councils, and community organisations can now apply for match-funded grants of up to £10,000 to support Armed Forces Day events in 2026. The Ministry of Defence has made funding available to cover up to 50% of event costs, with eligible expenses including road closures, decorations, advertising, security, insurance, and communication systems. Events must be held within two weeks of Armed Forces Day on the 27th June 2026, and should focus on thanking the Armed Forces co...
6th February 2026
Funding for Rural Community & Education Projects (UK)
Charities that support rural development—especially those focused on young people’s education and poverty relief in rural areas—can apply for funding from the NFU Mutual Charitable Trust. The Trust prioritises larger projects that make a meaningful difference to rural communities. Grants typically range from £1,000 to £75,000, with higher-value awards supporting organisations that have a significant national impact. Previously funded projects have included city farms, Federations of Youn...
6th February 2026
£3.9 Million Grant Scheme for Legal Advice Organisations (London, South East England, Wales, & Scotland)
Around £3.9 million in unclaimed rail fare dispute funds will be spent on free legal advice as part of a new grants programme announced by the Access to Justice Foundation. The Improving Lives Through Advice 2026 funding programme, will provide unrestricted three-year grants to organisations delivering free legal advice in London, South East England, Wales, and Scotland. The initiative aims to increase access to justice for vulnerable communities by supporting frontline, free legal advice servi...
6th February 2026
Up to £10,000 for Projects Supporting Young People’s Mental Health (UK)
UK-based registered charities and grassroots organisations are invited to apply for funding from the Sasha Love Foundation. The Foundation offers grants of up to £10,000 for projects supporting young people affected by depression, mental health challenges, and drug-related issues. Funding is also available for overseas education and healthcare initiatives, with a particular focus on improving access to education for young women in developing countries. Previously funded projects include the Lis...
6th February 2026
Grants Available for Holiday Activity Programmes Supporting Autistic Children (UK)
Not-for-profit organisations in the UK can apply for grants of up to £15,000 to run holiday activity schemes supporting autistic children and young people. The fund will support established, non-residential programmes delivered during school holidays. These programmes should support autistic children and young people, as well as their siblings. The which is being made available through the Three Guineas Trust which aims to help reduce isolation during school breaks by giving participants access...
5th February 2026
Grants of Up to £170,000 for Advice Services Supporting People Aged 65+ (Uk - Various Locations)
Registered charities that provide advice services to older people facing financial hardship can apply for grants of up to £170,000 over three years. A total of £1.6 million is available and the funding supports free, high-quality advice for people aged 65 and over, aiming to reduce poverty and inequality in later life. This includes providing advice, information, and small grants to improve financial wellbeing. Priority will be given to organisations that offer face-to-face or blended services...
5th February 2026
Grants Available for Disabled Individuals and Groups to Play Tennis (UK)
Disabled individuals, disability groups, tennis clubs, schools, and associations across the UK that work with people with disabilities can apply for grants from the Dan Maskell Tennis Trust to support participation in tennis. Individuals may receive up to £600, while groups, clubs, or projects can obtain up to £1,600. The grants can be used for coaching with LTA-licensed coaches, court hire, tennis wheelchairs, and equipment like rackets. Applicants seeking sports wheelchairs may be required t...
5th February 2026
Rowing Foundation Grants Programme (UK)
Organisations, clubs, and schools involved in rowing can apply for grants of between £500 and £4,000 (up to 50% of the project's overall cost) from the Rowing Foundation to support junior & student rowers, as well as adaptive rowing for all ages. This funding, targeted at groups ineligible for larger grants or with smaller needs, helps purchase equipment such as boats, sculls, ergs, oars, and safety gear, aiming to increase participation in rowing among young people, individuals with disabil...
5th February 2026
Grants to Promote Latin and Roman Studies and Activities (UK)
Grants of up to £600 are available to schools to support the promotion of Latin and Roman studies. Most of the grants are awarded for purchasing textbooks and other books on Roman topics. Grants are also awarded to groups and schools and museums organising lectures or study days on Roman themes, and money has recently been made available for archaeology fieldwork bursaries. The Society awards the grants for the Promotion of Roman Studies and the next closing date for applications is 1 June 2026...
5th February 2026
Funding to Support Genetic Disorder Charities (UK)
Funding is available for UK charities that support people affected by genetic conditions. The Jeans for Genes Grant Programme offers flexible grants of between £3,000 and 5,000. These grants can be used to cover essential running costs, respond to challenges such as funding pressures, rising demand, or operational difficulties, and invest in work that strengthens an organisation’s impact. In addition, a pilot programme will award larger grants of up to £10,000 to three selected “spotlight...
4th February 2026
Funding to Empowering Black Researcher Communities (UK)
Grants of up to £144,000 are available to support the research careers of researchers with a Black and Mixed Black heritage. The funding aims to address a critical gap in the UK research ecosystem by providing sustained, accessible support for Black and Mixed Black heritage researchers, as well as the Black-led initiatives that champion their careers. The funding aims to support the growth and sustainability of organisations and groups that currently provide support to Black and Mixed Black res...
4th February 2026
Grants of up to £25,000 Available to Prevent People Entering the Criminal Justice System (UK)
UK registered charities working in the areas of Social and Criminal Justice can apply for grants of up to £25,000 to prevent people entering the criminal justice system and to support those already in it to rebuild their lives. The funding is being made available through the Charles Hayward Foundation’s Main Grants Programme. The Foundation will fund early intervention programmes for young children and their families, tailored preventative work with young people at risk, holistic support serv...
4th February 2026
Funding to Help Hospices Improve their End-of-Life Care Facilities (UK)
Hospices across the UK, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man can now apply for a share of £100,000 in funding to improve their end-of-life care facilities. Grants of up to £10,000 will support capital costs, including LED lighting installation, boiler and heating improvements, EV charging points, environmentally friendly windows, and the creation of sensory gardens and accessible outdoor spaces. The funding aims to enhance comfort for hospice users, while helping hospices improve energy eff...
3rd February 2026
Funding to Tackle Digital Exclusion (UK)
Grants of between £15,000 and £50,000 are available to UK charities, CICs and other not-for-profit organisations working to tackle digital exclusion in their communities. The Access Foundation’s Digital Divide Grants programme funds projects lasting up to twelve months that aim to improve digital access, skills and support for disadvantaged and vulnerable people. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis and must show clear, measurable outcomes, such as digital skills training, improved a...
3rd February 2026
Student Opportunities in Public Museums & Galleries (UK)
Funding is available to help public museums, galleries, historic houses, libraries, and visual arts organisations in the UK provide meaningful paid work experience opportunities for full-time university students, enabling them to explore their interest in the arts and related future career options further before they graduate. Through Art Fund’s Student Opportunities programme, organisations can apply for up to £10,000 towards the costs associated with paying students for their time to help d...
3rd February 2026
The National Churches Trust’s Medium Grants Programme (UK)
Grants of up to £10,000 are available to listed and unlisted Christian places of worship, of any denomination, across the UK towards project development and investigative work up to RIBA planning stage 1, to support churches preparing for a major project, and in developing their project to the point at which they can approach a major grant funder. Grants will never exceed 50% of the net project costs for this phase. The National Churches Trusts's Medium Grants Programme is also now able to offe...
3rd February 2026
Grants to Promote the Teaching of Greek (UK)
Schools can apply for grants for projects that promote teaching the Greek language or subjects relating to Greek Civilisation. The funding being made available by the Hellenic Society makes the grants for the development of new courses in Greek, books & other teaching materials; classics days or conferences; Greek plays by schools, and summer schools for school pupils. Applications from schools planning to start courses in Greek are especially welcome. Applications on behalf of individual pupils...
3rd February 2026
£5 Million Competition Opens for Innovations to Improve Water Efficiency (England & Wales)
A £5 million competition has been launched to fund innovations that reduce water use across England and Wales. The Water Efficiency Lab competition, part of Ofwat's £100 million Water Efficiency Fund, is designed to help build a more resilient and sustainable water system. The challenge-led competition is offering up to £1.5 million per project to support new technologies and data-driven tools that help people and businesses understand their water consumption and take steps to lower it. Poten...
2nd February 2026
£100,000 Grants Open for Museums and Community Partnerships (UK)
Grants of up to £100,000 are available to support museums and their partners in using collections to advance inclusion, equity, and social and climate justice. The funding, made available through the Museums Association’s Esmée Fairbairn Communities and Collections Fund (EFCCF), comprises two distinct streams. Core Grants support individual museums with strong participatory and inclusion strategies, while Partnership Project Grants support collaborations with community organisations. Since ...
2nd February 2026
Funding for Projects that Defend Human Rights of Marginalised Groups (UK)
UK-registered charities focused on promoting and defending human rights, particularly for marginalised and excluded groups, can apply for grants of up to £30,000 per year for up to three years through the AB Charitable Trust’s Open Programme. Funding is available for both core and project costs and supports charities with annual incomes between £150,000 and £1.5 million. Priority areas include upholding the UK’s human rights framework, improving access to justice, reforming the criminal l...
2nd February 2026
Funding For Projects That Assist Disadvantaged Young People (UK)
Grants of up to £6,000 are available for projects that empower disadvantaged young people aged 11–25 in the UK to fulfil their potential by providing safe spaces, diversionary activities, and opportunities to build life skills such as confidence, resilience, and job readiness. The funding is provided by the KFC Foundation and is open to local charities and registered community interest in areas of high deprivation. The closing date for applications is 27 February 2026....
2nd February 2026
Funding for Christian Charities Promoting Social Inclusion (UK)
Grants of up to £12,000 per year are available to Christian Charities that encourage social inclusion through ministries of healing and the arts. Funding can be awarded for up to three years. The Foundation will consider applications for either capital or revenue funding. Only in exceptional circumstances will grants be given for building work. The funding is available through the Anchor Foundation, and the next application deadline is 31st July 2026....
2nd February 2026
Funding for Pilot Projects that Improve Post-16 Technical and Vocational Education (England)
The Education Endowment Foundation (EEF) has announced that its Spring 2026 Post-16 education funding round is open for applications. This grant opportunity is part of the EEF's commitment to improving educational outcomes for students in England. The grant aims to fund programmes that improve pupil attainment in post-16 education, particularly for those from disadvantaged backgrounds. This round focuses on pilot programmes aimed at improving attendance and transition for learners aged 16 to 19 ...
30th January 2026
Grants Available for Film & Immersive Development Programmes (UK)
Grants of up to £150,000 are available to UK-based organisations with experience delivering creative or professional development programmes. The funding supports structured initiatives, such as labs, workshops, and mentoring schemes, that help writers, directors, producers, and creators develop feature films or narrative immersive projects. Eligible costs include staff and freelance fees, participant payments, venue and equipment hire, travel, mentoring, creative development sessions, and acces...
30th January 2026
Arts Council Announces New R&D Support for Creative Practitioners (England)
Arts Council England has paused its Developing Your Creative Practice scheme until April 2026. To continue supporting individual artists and creative practitioners during this period, it has set aside £7.5 million for research and development funding through its National Lottery Project Grants programme. Individual applicants can apply for grants of up to £30,000. The funding can be used to explore new ideas, experiment with creative approaches, test new ways of working, or carry out research ...
30th January 2026
Grants Available to Support Children and Young People who have Experienced Significant Crises (UK)
Grants of up to £2,400 are available to vulnerable children and young people who have experienced significant crises impacting their well-being and education. The funding which is being provided through the Buttle UK Chances for Children grants programme aims to provide tailored support packages that can include essential items and activities to enhance learning and development, such as laptops, books, Wi-Fi access, educational materials, and extra-curricular activities. Eligible beneficiaries ...
29th January 2026
Funding to Aid the Career Progression of School Music Teachers (UK)
The Universal Music UK Sound Foundation (UMUKSF) has launched a new funding round to enable teachers across the UK and Ireland to apply for grants of up to £1,000 towards the cost of a one-off music course or training. The UMUKSF Teacher Awards will provide the funding towards a recognised course, training or a qualification to aid the career progression of school music teachers delivering the national curriculum. To date, the Foundation has awarded grants to over 7,000 schools, individual stud...
29th January 2026
Funding to Support Vulnerable Migrants (UK)
Not for profit organisations and private law firms working with vulnerable young migrants can apply for grants of up to £30,000. The grants can be used to support legal work that benefits young migrants living in poverty who face significant disadvantage or discrimination as a result of their immigration status. Applicants should note that the average grant size is around £12,000 and £15,000. The funding is being made available through the Strategic Legal Fund (SLF) for Vulnerable Young Migr...
29th January 2026
Support for the Homeless Charities and Hospices (England and Wales)
Homelessness charities and hospices in England and Wales can apply for advice, support and grant funding to help with their construction projects. The grant is being provided by the Construction Industry's Charity (CRASH), and can be used for a variety of purposes, including refurbishing or renovating buildings, building new facilities, improving accessibility, and installing energy-saving measures. The grant is open to registered charities that provide services to single homeless people over th...
29th January 2026
£11.5 Million Fund Launched to Strengthen Local Community Support Services (England)
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport is seeking to appoint a lead organisation to deliver a new £11.59 million fund aimed at improving access to vital community support services. The Local Covenant Partnerships Fund will support civil society organisations and local authorities to deliver more joined-up, preventative care in 15 areas across England, focusing on services such as mental health, adult social care, women’s refuges, and child poverty. The fund will focus on communities most...
28th January 2026
£46 Million Investment to Revive Historic Buildings (England)
The Architectural Heritage Fund has announced further investment in the Heritage Revival Fund to support community-led organisations across England in repurposing neglected historic buildings. This additional funding will increase total capital investment in the programme to £46 million over the next four years. The programme aims to bring disused heritage buildings, particularly those in town centres, back into community use, creating sustainable new uses such as community hubs, cultural venue...
28th January 2026
Funding Support for Museum-Based Health & Wellbeing Projects (UK)
Grants of £50,000 to £75,000 are available to museums across the UK to support the development or continuation of health and wellbeing programmes through the Museums Association’s Health and Wellbeing Fund. Applicants must show a strong track record in delivering health and wellbeing work to the wider community, a clear organisational commitment to this area, and a well-defined plan for future development. Funded projects may include mental health support, creative therapies, activities to ...
28th January 2026
Grants & Loans for Social Housing Projects (England, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands & Isle of Man)
Grants and interest-free loans are available to small registered charities providing affordable homes for vulnerable people in need in England, Scotland, Wales, the Channel Islands & Isle of Man. The Quaker Housing Trust provides support through two separate programmes to help housing projects that meet the needs of people undergoing transitions in their lives, such as those seeking asylum, recovering from addiction, leaving prison, or moving from domestic abuse. Best Practice Grants of up to £...
28th January 2026
Grants of Up to £9,000 Available for Wellbeing and Social Inclusion Projects (UK)
Registered UK-based non-profit organisations can apply for grants of up to £3,000 per year for up to three years through the King Charles III Charitable Fund’s Small Grants Programme. The Fund supports organisations and projects that make a meaningful difference in key areas such as social inclusion, health and wellbeing, education, environment, countryside, heritage and conservation. This funding round will support Social Inclusion and Health and Wellbeing projects. Eligible organisations m...
28th January 2026
Funding Available for Large-Scale Projects to Reduce Food Insecurity (UK)
Not-for-profit organisations working in partnership, such as charities, community interest companies (CICs), charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs), schools, universities, and public bodies can apply funding to help people access healthy, affordable food in environmentally sustainable ways. The National Lottery Community Fund is inviting applications to its Climate Action Fund – Food Systems, offering grants of between £2.5 million to £7 million for long-term projects that aim to impro...
27th January 2026
Grants to Support Early Years Development for Deaf Children (UK)
Grants of up to £10,000 are available to community groups, charities, and not-for-profit organisations that support deaf children and their families. The funding is offered through the National Deaf Children’s Society’s Community Grants Programme and is intended for projects that support the development of deaf children in their early years (ages 0–5). Early childhood is a vital stage of development, especially for deaf children who may experience difficulties with language, communication...
27th January 2026
Funding to Promote Inclusion & Participation in the Molecular Sciences (UK / Worldwide)
The Biochemical Society is making funding available to support projects that strengthen inclusion and participation in the molecular sciences. The EDI and Outreach Grants programme will award grants of up to £1,000 to individuals, groups, charities, and not-for-profit organisations worldwide to support a variety of activities that break down barriers and promote equity, diversity, and inclusion across the field. Eligible projects could include community science shows, mentoring schemes, accessi...
27th January 2026
Funding to Support Grassroots Music (England)
Arts Council England has announced that its Supporting Grassroots Music Fund has reopened to applications. The Fund offers grants of up to £40,000 for projects lasting up to three years, supporting venues, festivals, promoters, and recording or rehearsal studios to strengthen and develop their work. It aims to improve opportunities for music creators, particularly those early in their careers, by expanding access to rehearsal and recording spaces, supporting touring activity, and enhancing the ...
27th January 2026
£250,000 Fund to Support Charitable Organisations (Yorkshire, Midlands, & Liverpool City Region)
Registered charities and other not-for-profit organisations in Yorkshire, the Midlands, and the Liverpool City Region can apply for grants of up to £15,000 through the Jane Tomlinson Appeal’s 2026 Big Charity Giveaway. A total of £250,000 is available to help organisations continue, develop, or expand their work, and reach more people in need. Funded projects could include building improvements, play schemes, bereavement support services, community activities, and other initiatives that make...
26th January 2026
Funding to Support Charity Challenges (UK)
GiveStar has launched the Adventure for Good Grant, a funding initiative supporting individuals and small teams undertaking ambitious charity challenges. Delivered by GiveStar, the challenge-based fundraising platform operated by TapTap Giving Ltd, the grant helps cover essential costs such as travel, equipment, permits and entry fees for high-impact adventures including endurance feats, expeditions and long-distance challenges. For the 2026 round, a total of £250,000 will be distributed among ...
26th January 2026
£27 Million Fund to Create Creative Industries Clusters (UK)
The UK government is making an additional £27 million available through the Creative Industries Clusters Programme to support growth and innovation across the UK’s creative industries. The funding will establish four new university-led clusters, each eligible for up to £6.75 million to support collaboration between universities, creative businesses, policymakers, and private investors. Delivered by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC), this funding round aims to expand support to ...
26th January 2026
Funding to Support Improvements to Rural Community Building (England)
Village halls across England can apply for grants of up to £5,000 to improve and modernise their facilities. The Village Halls Small Grants Fund, delivered by Action with Communities in Rural England (ACRE) and funded by Defra, will support small capital improvements to rural community buildings that improve accessibility, sustainability, and community use. This might include boiler replacements, insulation, toilet upgrades and new kitchens. The grant covers up to 20% of project costs (applican...
26th January 2026
Funding to Support New Ideas & Projects for Marine Conservation (UK)
Sea-Changers has announced a new funding call to encourage and support new ideas and projects for marine conservation in the UK. The Sea-Changers Innovation Fund will award one or two large grants of around £10,000 or several smaller ones to encourage the development of innovative projects and solutions to tackle and mitigate marine conservation challenges such as pollution, climate change and unsustainable fishing practices. Applications are accepted from a wide range of UK based organisations...
26th January 2026
Funding Available for Disabled Gardeners (UK)
Grants are available to individuals through the Gardening with Disabilities Trust to enable them to continue gardening despite advancing illness, age, or disability. To apply for a grant, individuals must provide a letter from their doctor or other healthcare professional indicating their disability and a copy of another official document, such as a Personal Independence Payment (PIP) or a Blue Parking Badge. The Trust offers various support measures, including adapting private gardens to meet t...
26th January 2026
Funding for Charities Tackling Inequality & Poverty (England, Scotland & Wales)
Charities and community organisations will soon be able to apply for grants of up to £50,000 to support projects that improve the lives of disadvantaged and marginalised people across England, Scotland and Wales. Funded by players of the People’s Postcode Lottery, the People’s Postcode Lottery Trusts supports hundreds of good causes that help reduce poverty, support marginalised groups, tackle inequality, and improve mental health. Grants are awarded over three years, and applications are m...
23rd January 2026
Funding for Bioscience Events & Public Engagement (UK)
The Royal Society of Biology (RSB) has opened its Regional Events Grants Scheme. The scheme offers funding of up to £1,000 to support RSB members in delivering inspiring events and activities that celebrate the biosciences. The scheme is designed to engage diverse audiences and support initiatives that spark interest, highlight biological research, and showcase local biological projects, including biodiversity initiatives and citizen science. Funding may be used to support a range of activitie...
23rd January 2026
Grants of up to £5,000 for Marine Conservation Projects (UK)
Grants of up to £5,000 are available for marine conservation projects from environmental charity Naturesave Trust. Funding supports work that protects and restores marine environments, including habitat restoration, species protection, marine litter prevention, responsible coastal management, volunteering, and education that helps people better understand the ocean. The Trust also welcomes new or innovative projects that protect the seas or strengthen people’s connection to the ocean. Chariti...
23rd January 2026
Grants to Support Projects in Horticulture, Plant Sciences, Fine Art & Art History (UK)
UK charities and charitable organisations, including schools and colleges, can apply for grants to support projects in horticulture and plant sciences as well as the study, exhibition and conservation of fine art. The Finnis Scott Foundation is especially interested in supporting horticultural training through bursaries and apprenticeships. The sponsoring institution should submit applications; individuals may not apply directly. The Foundation will consider applications for one-off grants of up...
23rd January 2026
Holiday Grants for Disadvantaged and Disabled Children (UK)
Grants ranging from £500 to £3,000 are available for schools, youth groups, non-profit organisations, and charities to support recreational trips or holidays within the UK for groups of disadvantaged or disabled children 13 years old or younger. Applications from the 20% most deprived areas in the UK will be given priority. The grants can cover up to two-thirds of the total cost of a holiday or trip, lasting from one to seven days. The Henry Smith Charity is offering the funding, and applicati...
23rd January 2026
Funding for International Artistic Collaboration (UK)
Grants of up to £7,500 are available to support individuals and organisations working in the arts and creative industries to develop international cultural partnerships and co-create projects. The Four Nations International Fund is open to applicants based in England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales, and is supported by £335,000 in co-investment from Creative Scotland, Arts Council England, Arts Council Northern Ireland and Arts Council of Wales / Wales Arts International. The fund suppor...
22nd January 2026
Funding for Leisure Activities for Children with Additional Needs (UK)
The Happy Days Children’s Charity is inviting applications for funding towards trips, respite breaks and group activity holidays for disadvantaged children and young people with additional needs. The charity awards funding for different types of activities to support families with children aged 3-17 who have a disability, a special need or have been abused. Activities include family day trips, and family holiday breaks. Applications can be submitted by parents, guardians, grandparents or sibli...
22nd January 2026
Funding for Charities Supporting Vulnerable Communities (UK / International)
The Souter Charitable Trust invites applications from UK-registered charities working to relieve human suffering in the UK and overseas. It particularly supports organisations with a Christian ethos, though charities without a Christian emphasis are also welcome. The Trust partners with organisations that share its values and focus on helping vulnerable and underserved communities, supporting both practical needs and spiritual wellbeing. There is no set minimum or maximum grant amount, but award...
21st January 2026
Funding for Schools to Purchase Musical Equipment (UK & Ireland)
Grants of up to £1,000 are available to schools across the UK and Ireland that teach the national curriculum, to improve their access to music by purchasing or upgrading musical instruments and/or equipment. Schools must apply individually; trusts or academies cannot submit on behalf of multiple schools. Exclusions include music studios, businesses, private music centers, community projects, and staffing costs for teaching or peripatetic lessons.The funding is made available through the Univer...
21st January 2026
Funding to Support Arts and Music Projects (UK)
The Fidelio Trust is offering grants of up to £5,000 to talented early-career individuals and groups in the arts, particularly music, who would be unable to pursue their project or activity without financial support. An appropriate institution, college, Arts Festival or similar organisation must recommend Individuals and groups. Funding is available for special tuition or coaching costs, participation in external competitions, support for a specially arranged performance, and support for a musi...
21st January 2026
Aviva Foundation Launched (UK)
Aviva has launched the Aviva Foundation, bringing together its existing charitable funds into a single programme to increase the impact of its giving across the UK. The Foundation focuses on improving financial resilience and supporting community-led climate action, while continuing to fund both local and national organisations. It operates through two funding streams: the Financial Futures Fund, which provides multi-year grants to larger organisations tackling financial insecurity, and the Comm...
20th January 2026
Grants Available to Chrities Providing Physical Health Services (UK)
Grants of up to £25,000 per year for up to 3 years are available to health charities. The funding supports proven therapeutic treatments, specialist health information, and direct healthcare services that address unmet physical health needs. Eligible applicants must be UK-registered charities operating solely in the UK, with an annual income below £20 million and at least five years of accounts. Priority will be given to organisations delivering physical therapies, condition-specific support, ...
20th January 2026
Grants to Support Outdoor Learning for Primary & Secondary School Children (UK)
UK state-funded schools can apply for funding to support outdoor learning opportunities for their pupils. Provided by the Ernest Cook Trust and match-funded by the Aurora Trust, the Outdoor Essentials Grant aims to remove barriers and enable pupils to connect to nature. Funding can be used to improve school grounds, cover transport costs to outdoor learning venues, purchase outdoor clothing, and train teachers in outdoor education. Schools working with children aged four to eighteen can apply, w...
20th January 2026
Funding for Medical Health Charities (UK, Isle of Man & Republic of Ireland)
Registered charities, hospices and medical organisations within the UK, Isle of Man, Channel Islands and Republic of Ireland can apply for grants to support medical projects, care, research or medical training. The Hospital Saturday Fund provides two types of funding: standard grants of up to £2,000 or €3,000; or large grants of up to £10,000 or €13,500. The Fund will also consider grants for running costs, however large grant applications should be towards specific projects, research or e...
19th January 2026
Holiday Activity Schemes for Autistic Children & Young People (UK)
UK not-for-profit organisations will soon be able to apply for grants of up to £15,000 to run holiday activity schemes for autistic children, young people, and their siblings. These grants support play and activity schemes specifically designed for autistic children and young people during the school holidays. Grants are typically paid towards part of the costs of running the programmes. Organisations with an annual income of less than £1 million will be eligible to apply. The funding is provi...
19th January 2026
Grants of up to £10,000 Available to Improve Financial Education and Money Management Skills (UK)
Small to medium-sized not-for-profit organisations can apply for grants of up to £10,000 to help improve people’s money management skills. The funding is provided by the MSE Charity, which supports projects that strengthen financial education and capability across the UK. Funded activities may include running money management workshops, training volunteers, developing staff skills, and helping disadvantaged groups such as people affected by age, disability, ethnicity, or gender access financi...
19th January 2026
Funding for Marine Conservation Projects (UK)
Marine conservation charities and not for profit organisations (including schools) based and working in the UK can apply for grants of up to £2,500 towards projects that address the root causes of marine conservation threats and challenges in the UK, and increase the number of people taking action for marine conservation. The funding, which is being made available through the Sea-Changers Main Grants programme, seeks to support creative and innovative approaches which have lasting benefits and ...
19th January 2026