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Funding for Railway Line Nature Projects (South East - Various Locations)
Grants of £500 are available for youth-led projects that celebrate UK native plants and fungi at stations along the Southern Railway route, including Bexhill, Brighton, Burgess Hill, East Croydon, Haywards Heath, Hove, Lewes, Ore, Redhill, and Salfords. Young people aged 18 to 25 living locally are invited to submit creative project ideas - from art installations to gardening or community events – to help transform these stations into pockets of nature, creativity, and community spirit. Ten p...
2nd July 2025
Gatwick Airport Community Trust (South East of England)
The Gatwick Airport Community Trust has re-opened for applications. The Trust funds projects that are targeted towards developing young people, the arts, sporting facilities, environmental improvement and conservation, community facilities, volunteering, the elderly and the disabled. Grants of up to £5,000 are available to a wide range of organisations, including charities, schools, and sports clubs. Projects supported will be operating within the area directly affected by operations at Gatwick...
17th February 2025
Funding to Support Disabled & Disadvantaged Children & Young People (South East - excluding London & Greater London)
Charities and Community Amateur Sports Clubs throughout the South East (excluding London & Greater London) can apply for grants of up to £30,000 through the Peter Harrison Foundation Positive Futures for Children and Young People grant scheme. The grant scheme aims to support projects that improve the lives of children and young people who are physically, mentally, or socially disadvantaged and living in the top 40% of areas of deprivation . Previously funded organisations include the Douglas...
17th January 2025
Grants to Support Youth Mental Health & Social Action Projects (London & the South of England)
Grants of up to £10,000 are available to charities, community groups, and other charitable organisations across London and the South of England to support the mental health and well-being of young people, and encourage them to engage in youth social action. The Sovereign Network Group #iwill Fund 2.0 - Wellbeing Champions Programme will support organisations to upskill at least 15 young people aged 10 to 20 to become Wellbeing Champions, teaching them to look after their own mental health and w...
19th September 2024
Funding To Support Access to Education for Children & Young People (Kent & East Sussex)
The Bedgebury Foundation is inviting applications to its grant-making programme, which supports access to education for children and young people in Kent and East Sussex, where lack of funding is a barrier to achievement. The Foundation offers two categories of grant: Teaching and Training - for those adults involved with helping children and young people with additional needs, such as SpLD or trauma, who require additional teaching support. The closing date for applications is the 29th Septembe...
3rd July 2024
Funding to Tackle Rural Crime (Hampshire & Isle of Wight)
The Police and Crime Commissioner for Hampshire and the Isle of Wight has launched a new fund to tackle rural crime. Charities, CIOs, social enterprises, town and parish councils, and other not-for-profit organisations can apply for funding of £5,001 and over for either physical item/s or to support a project that will help to prevent crime, reduce offending, and support victims of crime in rural areas. These often include machine thefts, hare coursing – which leads to illegal gambling – po...
24th March 2023
Grants of up to £5,000 Available to Support Community Needs (Berkshire)
Charitable organisations, community groups, and projects that address the most important and pressing concerns within the communities of Berkshire can apply for grants of up to £5,000 from the Vital For Berkshire Fund. This fund is designed to support organisations, community groups, and initiatives that work towards addressing vital needs in the area, such as (but not limited to) physical and mental health, supporting young and vulnerable people or groups, combating isolation, tackling poverty...
11th January 2023
Grants to Help Voluntary Sector Organisations Manage Increasing Costs to Deliver Services (East Sussex)
Grants of up to £10,000 are available to not-for-profit organisations in East Sussex working to support vulnerable people that have been hardest hit by the cost-of-living crisis. The Winter Support Fund aims to help local organisations manage increasing costs to deliver services this winter. This might include increased running costs such as salaries, fuel, electricity, heating, and volunteer expenses; supplying additional resources such as recruiting extra staff; and supporting organisations t...
17th November 2022
UK Funding News
Funding for Organisations Supporting Refugees & People Seeking Asylum (UK)
Grants of £200,000 over three years are available to organisations and partnerships that support newcomers to the UK in rebuilding their lives, feeling at home, and becoming active members of their local communities. The Henry Smith Foundation’s Welcome for Newcomers Fund will award around 20 grants to organisations and partnerships delivering specialist support and activities that help refugees, people seeking asylum and other migrants build a sense of belonging. This could include immigrati...
16th July 2026
Funding to Support Children with Special Education Needs (UK)
Charities and schools in England and Wales can apply for grants that improve learning opportunities for children and young adults, particularly those from disadvantaged backgrounds or with disabilities or special educational needs. Grants are available on a rolling basis for up to £5,000, up to £20,000, and £25,000 or more for projects usually costing over £10,000. Funding supports buildings, refurbishments, recreational spaces and essential vehicles, with a preference for capital rather tha...
16th July 2026
Grants for Urgent Structural Repairs to Churches (UK)
Listed and unlisted Christian places of worship requiring major or urgent structural repairs can apply for grants of up to £50,000. The funding, made available through the National Churches Trust’s Large Grants Programme, will cover up to 50% of larger, more complex projects costing over £80,000, including VAT. Funding is also available for projects costing more than £30,000. VAT that improves facilities such as kitchens and accessible toilets, etc, to enable increased community use. Priori...
16th July 2026
Grants of up to £5,000 Available to Increase Employment Opportunities for Disadvantaged Adults (UK)
Grants of up to £5,000 are available to registered charities to support projects that equip people (18 or older in order) from disadvantaged groups with the communication skills necessary to gain employment. Priority will be given to projects that target people experiencing multiple deprivation or other groups facing major hurdles to employment, especially women, people with physical, mental, or learning disabilities, refugees and asylum seekers. The funding is being made available through the ...
16th July 2026
£2.85 Million Support Programme to Explore Technology in Adult Vocational Learning (UK)
Small organisations across the UK can apply to join a £2.85 million funding and support programme to explore how technology could improve vocational learning for adults aged 16 and over. Ufi VocTech Trust’s Together Support Programme will select up to 40 organisations for a 10-week programme of expert-led sessions, peer learning and one-to-one mentoring. Participants will be supported to define a learning challenge, explore suitable technologies, test ideas and develop a clear delivery plan. ...
15th July 2026
£1.4 Million Earth Observation Technology Competition Launched (UK)
UK organisations can apply for grants of up to £200,000 to develop innovative Earth Observation technologies through a new funding competition from the UK Space Agency. The £1.4 million Earth Observation Missions and Technology Innovation Call 1 will support early-stage research and development projects that strengthen the UK’s satellite-based Earth Observation capabilities. Applications are particularly encouraged for technologies supporting climate and environmental monitoring, commercial ...
15th July 2026
£800,000 Government Fund to Support AI Skills in Barnsley (UK)
Organisations across the UK can apply for a share of £800,000 to deliver innovative AI training for residents, workers and businesses in Barnsley. The government’s AI Upskilling Challenge Fund, part of the Barnsley Tech Town initiative, will support ambitious programmes that help people gain the skills needed to make greater use of artificial intelligence. Projects could help manufacturers boost productivity, support small businesses in growing, build digital confidence, and equip young peopl...
15th July 2026
£60 Million Employment Support Fund for Disabled People & People with Health Conditions (UK)
The Government has announced a new £60 million fund to test innovative approaches to employment support for disabled people and those with health conditions. Public, private and voluntary sector organisations across the UK will be able to apply for funding to develop and trial projects that help people get into work, stay in employment and progress in their careers. An expert panel, including representatives from disability organisations, employers and the technology sector, will help shape the...
15th July 2026
Equipment Grants for Disabled and Disadvantaged Young People (UK)
Schools, charities, and not-for-profit organizations in the UK can apply for Wooden Spoon Society Grants to support equipment for mentally, physically, and socially disadvantaged children. This programme funds capital items only—covering sensory rooms and gardens, playgrounds, outdoor spaces, specialist equipment, and facilities—aiming to improve health and wellbeing. Projects focused on education, health, wellbeing, or disability sports must include a key sport element, preferably rugby, to...
15th July 2026
Grants to Promote Contemporary & Experimental Music (UK)
Grants ranging from £500 to £3,000 are available to charities, not-for-profit organisations, and individuals across the UK for projects that focus on the performance, commissioning, or recording of contemporary and experimental music. Provided by the Hinrichsen Foundation, this funding supports initiatives that enhance the understanding and appreciation of contemporary music. Projects that take artistic risks, promote diversity, prioritise sustainability, or are led by composers or artists are...
14th July 2026
£12 Million Fund to Strengthen Local Journalism (UK)
Local news organisations can apply for funding to strengthen their long-term financial sustainability. The Local News Fund, part of the government’s Amplify strategy, offers grants of up to £125,000 to local newspapers, online publishers, and independent television and radio stations in England and Wales. Funding can support digital tools, software, apps and multimedia services that help organisations reach new audiences and generate income. A separate strand offers grants of up to £275,000 ...
14th July 2026
Funding to Tackle Digital Exclusion (UK)
Grants of between £20,000 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...
14th July 2026
Grants Available to Support Science Projects for Students with Special Educational Needs (UK)
UK primary and secondary school teachers can apply for grants of up to £3,000 to support STEM projects for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND). The funding, made available through the Royal Society’s Partnership Grants Scheme, can be used to purchase equipment for STEM (science, mathematics, engineering, and computing) projects. To qualify for funding, projects must work in partnership with a practising scientist or engineer currently working in a STEM-related prof...
13th July 2026
Grants of up to £3,000 for School Science Projects (UK)
The Royal Society, the world's oldest scientific institution promoting scientific research and knowledge, has announced that its Partnership grants programme has reopened for applications. The programme awards grants of up to £3,000 to primary and secondary schools to support the teaching of STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics). Activities funded aim to enhance science education by encouraging collaboration between schools and professional scientists or engineer...
13th July 2026
Grants for Musicians and Bands (UK)
Artists and bands at a key stage in their development can apply for grants of £5,000 to £15,000 to help take their careers to the next level. Funding can be used for activities such as recording, touring, and marketing. Applications may be submitted by the artists themselves or by someone representing them, including a manager, independent label, or publisher. The funding is offered through the PRS Foundation’s Momentum Music Fund. The next application deadline is 10 August 2026....
13th July 2026
ScottishPower Foundation Annual Grants Fund Opens (UK)
Grants of between £50,000 and £100,000 are available to registered charities delivering projects that benefit communities across the UK. The ScottishPower Foundation Annual Grants Fund supports projects that strengthen communities, protect the environment, promote inclusion, and expand opportunities for disadvantaged and underrepresented groups. Funding is available across five strategic themes: education, training and research; biodiversity and the environment; art and culture; social action;...
10th July 2026
Funding to Improve Homes for People in Need (UK)
Grants of up to £10,000 will soon be available to UK registered charities for projects that improve homes and accommodation, or provide home-starter kits, for people in need. The funding is provided by the B&Q Foundation to help individuals and families facing homelessness, domestic abuse, disability, illness, or financial hardship feel safer, more settled, and better supported. The Home Improvement Fund can support essential repairs, decorating, and other indoor and outdoor improvements, while...
9th July 2026
Grants to Help Disabled & Disadvantaged People Connect with Nature (England & Wales)
Applications are invited from registered charities and not-for-profit organisations in England and Wales for projects that help disabled or disadvantaged people connect with nature and the countryside. The funding, which is made available through the CLA Charitable Trust, supports projects that improve the physical and mental health and wellbeing of people who are disabled or disadvantaged by helping them to visit and participate in recreational and educational opportunities in the countryside. ...
9th July 2026
Grants to Support Individuals & Families in Need (UK)
Grants of up to £2,000 are available to charities, housing associations, schools, and social services that support individuals and families across the UK in financial need. The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation’s Hardship Grants will support individuals and families who have exhausted all other funding sources and are struggling with everyday costs, such as basic living expenses, household items and utilities, work- or education-related expenses, or rent arrears. Priority will be given to the mos...
9th July 2026
Small Charities Can Apply for Grants to Tackle Health Inequalities (UK)
Small UK registered charities can apply for up to £10,000 in unrestricted funding to reduce health inequalities. Up to 10 charities will be supported, with priority for community-based work improving health outcomes for disadvantaged groups, including ethnic minority communities, disabled people, LGBTQ+ communities and others experiencing inequality. The charities offered funding will be invited to attend an online leadership programme. Up to 10 places are available, valued at £5,000 a place. ...
8th July 2026
Funding to Make the Chemical Sciences More Inclusive & Diverse (UK)
Grants of up to £5,000 are available for projects that tackle equity, diversity and inclusion issues in the chemical sciences. Funding is open to Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC) members worldwide. It is also available to non-members who are based in the UK or the Republic of Ireland. Applicants can include individuals and organisations. This includes academic and industry researchers, schools, museums, community groups, not-for-profit organisations, arts organisations and libraries. The Inclus...
8th July 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 projects that help young offenders, ex-offenders, and other disadvantaged young people find routes into meaningful work and involvement in their communities. Applications from community interest companies (CICs) may also be considered in some cases. The programme offers two funding streams: small grants of up to £5,000 and main grants with no formal upper limit, although most awards are betw...
8th July 2026
Funding for UK Teachers to Visit German Schools (UK)
Grants of up to £1,000 are available for UK teachers to visit a German school and gain insights into the German education system. The grants can cover up to 75% of the costs of a one- or two-week visit during the autumn, spring, or summer term 2025-26. The funding made available through the UK-German Connection Professional Enrichment Programme will provide teachers with the opportunity to develop their professional skills and knowledge, covering the costs of travel, accommodation, insurance, a...
7th July 2026
Funding for Projects that Strengthen Local Communities (England, Scotland & Wales)
Grants of up to £5,000 are available to charities and other not-for-profit organisations working in England, Scotland and Wales. Funding supports projects that benefit communities by advancing agriculture and environmental protection, improving opportunities for young people, promoting education, and helping to reduce financial hardship and illness. The funding is provided by the Delamere Dairy Foundation, an independent charitable trust established by Delamere Dairy Ltd to give back to local a...
7th July 2026
Grants of up to £18,000 available to Social Entrepreneurs (UK)
Social entrepreneurs across the UK can apply for awards of up to £8,000 to start community-focused business ventures, or up to £18,000 to grow existing ones. Applications are open through two funding streams. The Funding Futures Programme supports young social entrepreneurs aged 16 to 30 who are working to improve financial inclusion, such as access to financial services and support, for disadvantaged or marginalised people affected by the cost of living crisis. The Millennium Awards are open...
6th July 2026
Funding for Charities Supporting Vulnerable People (UK)
The Matrix Causes Fund has reopened for applications, providing grants to organisations supporting vulnerable and disadvantaged people in the UK and internationally. Funding of up to £8,000 for one-off projects or up to £5,000 per year for up to 3 years is available. Priority will be given to projects where the benefit can be most widely felt, and from organisations based in London, and/or those organisations whose focus is on supporting the needs of vulnerable persons such as people (particul...
6th July 2026
Grants of up to £5,000 Available for Social Welfare Projects (UK)
Registered UK charities working in medical research, elderly care, general welfare, hospices, support for the deaf and blind, services for the physically and mentally disabled, or Armed Forces welfare can apply to the Inman Charity for grants of up to £5,000. Each year, the charity distributes around £350,000 in total funding. Applications must be received by 31 July 2026 to be considered for the Autumn meeting. Approximately £350,000 are available each year....
6th July 2026
Funding to Support Youth Engagement Through Storytelling (UK)
Online audiobook service Audible has launched an open call for applications from charities across the UK to support projects that use audio storytelling to engage and inspire young people aged 12 to 18. Grants of £15,000 to £30,000 are available, along with Audible membership and resources, for organisations delivering activities to 150 to 300 underrepresented young people outside school settings. This includes provision through after-school clubs, community centres, youth development organisa...
3rd July 2026
Accelerator Programme Launched for Disabled & Neurodivergent Entrepreneurs (UK)
Foundervine, in partnership with Lloyds Bank, has launched an eight-week accelerator to support disabled and neurodivergent entrepreneurs across the UK. Designed to remove systemic barriers, the Breakthrough programme will help established businesses achieve their next stage of growth through expert-led workshops, one-to-one mentoring, and peer learning. There are 25 places available on the programme, which will be delivered through a combination of virtual and in-person events. The accelerator ...
3rd July 2026
Grants of Up to £5,000 Available to Support Armed Forces Communities (UK)
Registered charities and not-for-profit groups with annual income of £100,000 or less can apply for £500–£5,000 to support serving personnel, veterans, operationally qualified seafarers and immediate families in need. Grants must be spent within 12 months on well-costed community-based activities; salary costs are excluded, though sessional worker costs may be considered. Applicants complete an eligibility quiz before applying and may apply once per quarter on a rolling basis, with decision...
2nd July 2026
Funding for Charities Supporting Vulnerable Communities (UK / International)
The Souter Charitable Trust invites applications from UK-registered charities that help people in need in the UK and overseas. The Trust particularly supports organisations with Christian values, but charities without a Christian focus are also encouraged to apply. It funds groups that share its values and work with vulnerable or underserved communities, addressing both practical needs and spiritual wellbeing. There is no fixed minimum or maximum grant amount, although most awards range from £1...
2nd July 2026
Funding for Organisations Driving Systemic Economic Change (UK)
Organisations such as registered charities, charitable incorporated organisations, social enterprises and not-for-profit organisations, etc, that are working towards a fairer economic system in the UK can apply for funding through the Friends Provident Foundation’s grants programme. The Friends Provident Foundation is an independent UK charity focused on supporting projects that contribute to a more sustainable and equitable economic system. The Foundation is currently accepting applications ...
2nd July 2026
Cure Parkinson's Trust Grant (UK)
Commercial organisations, as well as appropriately qualified scientists or clinicians based in an accredited university or hospital in any country worldwide, can now apply for funding for preclinical and clinical research. Projects should have the potential to advance knowledge that might lead to a cure for Parkinson’s disease. The Cure Parkinson’s Trust is particularly interested in projects that show the potential to delay, slow, stop, reverse or prevent the progression of Parkinson’s di...
2nd July 2026
Funding to Support Children & Adults Impacted by Adverse Childhood Experiences (UK)
Grants of up to £25,000 are available to UK-registered charities that support children and young people recovering from Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and parents affected by ACEs, mental illness, or addiction. The James Tudor Foundation’s Mental Health Grants Programme funds evidence-based, trauma-informed approaches that help children and young people overcome trauma, and support parents in addressing their own mental health issues to help break the cycle of trauma across generations....
1st July 2026
Grants for Environmental and Social Wellbeing Projects (UK)
UK-registered charities can apply for grants to support projects that improve the environment, strengthen communities, or promote wellbeing. The funding is provided by the Calisen Impact Charitable Trust. The Trust supports community projects that encourage sustainable energy use and promote inclusive, safe, and diverse places to learn and work. Past projects include partnerships with Eco-Schools, which help schools gain Green Flag accreditation and engage children in environmental action. The T...
1st July 2026
Grants to Improve the Lives of Disadvantaged People (UK)
Members and colleagues of the Yorkshire Building Society can nominate UK Charities to apply to the Yorkshire Building Society Charitable Foundation's Small Change Big Difference Fund. The Foundation aims to help alleviate poverty, improve health, and save lives. Once nominated, organisations can apply for grants of up to £2,500 to support initiatives that benefit vulnerable groups in the UK, including children, the seriously ill, the elderly, the homeless, and people with disabilities. Priority...
1st July 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...
1st July 2026
War Memorials Grant Scheme (UK)
Grants of up to £20,000 are available to repair and conserve free-standing war memorials in England. These grants are intended to support those responsible for maintaining war memorials. The grants support the care and preservation of war memorials to a high standard, preventing their decay as an important part of our built heritage. Grants will typically cover up to 75% of eligible costs. The funding is being made available through the War Memorials Trust, and the next application closing date...
1st July 2026
The Fore to Open New Funding Round with Up to £45,000 in Unrestricted Grants (UK)
UK venture philanthropy fund, the Fore, has announced that its next funding round will open on 8 July 2026, offering unrestricted grants of up to £45,000 over one to three years to small charities and social enterprises with annual incomes below £500,000. Eligible organisations include UK-registered charities, CIOs, CICs limited by guarantee, and asset-locked Community Benefit Societies. Funding can be used for core and revenue costs to support growth, capacity building, structural improvement...
30th June 2026
New £25.6 Million Fund to Support Women within the Criminal Justice System (England)
Voluntary and community organisations, including registered charities, exempt charities and social enterprises, can apply for a share of around £25.6 million to deliver not-for-profit, gender-specific and trauma-informed support for women aged 18 and over who are in, or at risk of escalating within, the criminal justice system. Funding will run from 1 January 2027 to 31 March 2029 and will be competed across 12 probation-region Lots, supporting women’s centres, whole-system approaches, reduce...
30th June 2026
Grants for Ecological Outreach Projects (UK)
Individuals and organisations, such as schools, museums, libraries, and community groups, can apply to the British Ecological Society for grants of up to £2,000 to promote ecological science to a wide audience. The Outreach and Engagement Grants programme funds activities that engage public audiences in innovative and creative ways and enhance others' skills in communicating ecology to those audiences. Applications from schools must include significant outreach beyond the school. Projects aimed...
30th June 2026
Grants of up to £10,000 Available for Projects Addressing Urban and Rural Deprivation (UK)
Charities and not-for-profit organisations in the UK can now apply for grants of up to £10,000 to tackle deprivation in urban and rural communities. The funding can support core costs, including salaries, running expenses and project delivery, helping frontline groups maintain essential services. The funding is made available through the Trusthouse Charitable Foundation’s small grants programme, which is open to organisations with annual income below £250,000. Applicants must contribute at l...
30th June 2026
Funding to Support Challenged & Vulnerable Young People (UK)
UK registered charities and safeguarding professionals can apply for the7stars foundation grants supporting vulnerable children and young people aged 18 and under across the UK. Funding includes two-year unrestricted grants of £60,000 for child poverty work, £10,000 unrestricted Social Impact grants for charities with turnover under £1.5 million for work related to anti racism and online abuse, one-off Individual Funding grants up to £500 for children facing critical need, and fully funded a...
29th June 2026
Grants Available to Charities Providing Physical Health Services (UK)
UK registered health charities with annual income below £20 million and at least five years of audited or independently examined accounts can apply for flexible grants of up to £25,000 per year, typically £10,000 to £15,000 for 12 months, to support physical health services or projects delivered in the UK. Funding can support evidence-based therapies, specialist health information, healthcare for people experiencing homelessness, street sex workers and vulnerable migrants, and air ambulance ...
29th June 2026
Harold Hyam Wingate Foundation (UK)
The Harold Hyam Wingate Foundation has announced that the next application deadline for their grants programme is 5 pm on 21 August 2025. The programme is open to small UK-registered charities working in music, the performing arts, and Jewish life and learning (including interfaith initiatives). The Foundation aims to support initiatives that significantly impact individuals and/or communities and leave a lasting legacy. Large charities will not be considered. A new Personal Awards category ha...
29th June 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, ...
26th June 2026
Funding to Boost Community and Individual Music-Making (UK)
Funding is now available to support projects that increase participation in music within disadvantaged and marginalised communities. The funding is available to individuals, community groups and schools through the Music for All Awards programme delivered by Music for All. Grants can support the purchase of instruments and equipment including electro-acoustic guitars, Pbuzz instruments, ukuleles, keyboard bundles, drum kits and Orange Crush Mini amps. UK-based charities, community music groups, ...
26th June 2026
Grants of up to £1,000 to Support Local Good Causes (UK)
Community groups across the UK can now apply for grants of up to £1,000 to support local projects and fundraising efforts through The Co-operative Bank’s Customer Donation Fund. Open exclusively to the bank’s Charity and Community Bank Account holders, the fund helps small organisations carry out initiatives that strengthen community ties and deliver social impact. Grants are awarded quarterly and can go toward anything from equipment purchases and venue hire to running events and outreach ...
26th June 2026
Funding for International Cultural Partnerships (UK)
Grants of between £5,000 and £15,000 are available to support artistic collaboration and exchange between the UK and selected countries across Europe, Asia, Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Australia and New Zealand. The British Council’s Connections Through Culture programme supports creative practitioners, cultural professionals, artists, creative hubs, festivals, biennials and organisations to deliver collaborative projects across a range of themes and art forms, including architec...
25th June 2026
Funding to use AI to Improve Education for Young People (UK)
Early-stage UK startups, social enterprises, nonprofits and companies using AI or new technology to improve education, skills, employment and long-term opportunities for young people from less advantaged backgrounds can apply to the AI and Social Mobility Challenge Prize. Applicants must have a working prototype or early version of their product or service. Eight shortlisted ventures will each receive £3,125, with £10,000 for the winner and £5,000 for the runner-up. They will also receive men...
24th June 2026
Research Grants Available to Explore Racial Justice and Inclusion (UK)
Research grants of £15,000 to £500,000 are available for UK-based organisations, including universities, research organisations and voluntary sector bodies, to examine barriers and pathways to a racially just and inclusive UK society. Applicants must be employed by, or formally affiliated with, a UK organisation, with applications encouraged from people and organisations from racially minoritised communities. The 2026 priority theme is inter-generational changes, continuities and challenges in...
23rd June 2026
Funding for Projects that Address Severe Learning Disabilities (UK)
UK charities, voluntary organisations, and schools can apply for grants to support children and adults with severe learning difficulties and autism. The funding is made available through the Baily Thomas General grants programme and can be used to purchase equipment, support capital works, and cover project and core costs. Previous grants have been used to support capital works for residential, nursing and respite care, and schools; employment schemes including woodwork, crafts, printing and hor...
23rd June 2026
Funding to Provide Early Years Education for Armed Forces Families (UK)
The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust is offering grants ranging from £5,000 to £80,000 through the Armed Forces Families Fund: Early Years Programme to enhance early childhood education for children from Armed Forces families. Eligible applicants include early childhood education and childcare providers operating near Armed Forces communities, provided at least 50% of enrolled children are from service families; local authorities aiming to deliver specialised training to such providers; and cl...
23rd June 2026
Grants Available for Civil Society Groups Using Legal Tools to Hold Corporations to Account (UK)
Grants of up to £150,000 over three years are available to UK legally registered not-for-profit organisations working to hold companies accountable for corporate harm affecting migrant communities. Applicants must have a history of using legal tools for social change and be either corporate accountability organisations or migrants’ rights organisations with a clear interest in corporate accountability. Funding can support legal action, staff time, supervision, overheads, external legal advice...
22nd June 2026
Funding to Reduce the Challenges of Armed Service Life for Partners (UK)
Grants of between £10,000 to £150,000 are available for projects that find ways of reducing the challenges of service life for partners of serving armed forces personnel, including reservists. The grants support projects and activities that improve the support available for service partners and spouses. This can include promoting their skills and experience in the workplace, enhancing well-being, improving access to support services, and addressing the challenges that partners and spouses some...
22nd June 2026
Funding to Support UK-German School Partnerships (UK)
Funding is available to support first-time or revival visits for groups of young people to partner schools or youth groups in Germany. The UK-German Instant Impact Fund helps schools and youth groups start or re-establish partnerships by enabling young people to meet peers, explore the other country's culture, and participate in joint activities on a chosen theme. The grants is currently open fpr activities taking place from September 2025 onwards. Grants of up to £2,500 are available to prima...
22nd June 2026
Funding Opportunities for Musicians (UK)
Grants of up to £500 are available to support UK musicians at pivotal stages in their careers. The Help Musicians Fast Track Awards programme aims to help musicians grow or sustain their income or participate in something that could take their careers to the next level. The funding can be used for anything from courses, networking opportunities, and equipment to recording, releasing, and performing costs. To be eligible, applicants must be 18 and over, have no more than £10,000 in savings or a...
22nd June 2026
Grants of up to £5,000 Available for Projects that Help the Homeless (UK)
Small Homeless charities can apply for grants of up to £5,000 for projects that aim to help homeless people rebuild their lives. To be eligible to apply, applicants must be a registered charity and have an annual turnover of under £500,000, with ‘unrestricted reserves’ of under six months. Typically, organisations awarded funding operate residential or training facilities to assist homeless people. The funding is being made available through Help the Homeless, a grant-giving trust, foun...
22nd June 2026
Freelands Foundation has launched the Learning Through Making Fund (UK)
UK-based visual arts organisations whose work benefits the public or has a charitable purpose can apply for grants of up to £25,000. The funding is for hands-on visual arts education projects taking place in the UK between 1 January and 31 December 2027. Eligible applicants include charities, local authority galleries or museums, charitable organisations based within universities, CICs and Community Benefit Societies that meet the fund’s extra eligibility rules. Funding can support materia...
19th June 2026
Support for Children Living in Severe Poverty (UK)
Grants are now available to support children and young people in the UK experiencing a crisis or emergency. The grants which are made available through the BBC Children in Need Emergency Essentials programme support families with children up to the age of 17 who are living with financial, health and social difficulties by providing items that meet children’s most basic needs, such as kitchen appliances, furniture, baby equipment, beds, clothing, and other items and services that are critica...
19th June 2026
Funding to Buy Books for School Libraries (England)
UK schools and early years’ settings can apply for grants of up to £5,000 to buy books for their libraries and encourage more children to read for pleasure. The LoveReading4Kids Funding for Schools Scheme will help schools to provide children with a range of non-curriculum books to improve their reading standards, particularly amongst children experiencing disadvantage or underrepresentation. Any grant awarded will be made in the form of credit to be spent within six months on the LoveReading...
18th June 2026
Grants of up to €100,000 Available for Inclusive Outdoor Recreation and Nature Conservation (UK / International)
Non-profit organisations around the world can apply for grants to use outdoor recreation and sport to protect nature and create social or environmental benefits. This includes UK charities, clubs and community groups. Individuals cannot apply. Grants can be for up to €100,000. The funding can support small local projects, trial projects, the expansion of successful work, or larger projects designed to create major change. Eligible projects may focus on nature conservation, environmental stewa...
17th June 2026
Funding for Charities Supporting the Armed Forces Community (UK)
Armed forces charities can apply for grants of up to £10,000 to deliver projects that benefit the military community in the UK and overseas. Funding is available to organisations with an annual income below £1 million for initiatives that improve wellbeing, connection, and morale among serving personnel, reservists, veterans and their families. Eligible projects might include community events, creative activities, or services that strengthen mental health and reduce social isolation. Grants ar...
17th June 2026
Free Support to Expand Classical Studies in Schools (UK)
Classics for All, a UK-based educational charity that promotes the teaching of classical subjects, is offering free support to UK state schools that want to introduce or expand classical studies. This can be done either as part of the curriculum or as an enrichment/club activity. Schools will receive mentoring, initial advice, and contributions toward training costs to help them introduce or develop a classical subject. The support will enable schools, particularly those in areas of high depriva...
16th June 2026
Funding for Projects that Have a Positive Impact on Communities, People or the Environment (UK)
The Matthew Good Foundation has opened the next round of its Grants for Good Fund. The aim is to support small charities, not-for-profit groups, and social entrepreneurs passionate about making a difference for people, their communities, and the environment. The Fund will share £15,000 between five shortlisted projects every three months, which will be voted for by John Good Group employees. The project that receives the most votes will receive a grant of £5,000; second place, £3,500; third ...
16th June 2026
Overseas Development Grants for UK-based Charities (UK)
UK-based charities working overseas can apply for grants of up to £25,000 for projects that benefit some of the most deprived people and communities in the developing world. The funding can be awarded over 3 – 5 years as grants of between £3,000 and £5,000 per year. Previous awards have been made to Cool Earth for providing safe sanitation for indigenous rainforest villages in Papua New Guinea, Point Foundation for supporting community-based living for the disabled in Rwanda, and Just a Dro...
16th June 2026
Funding to Support International School and Youth Projects (UK)
Organisations and schools working with young people will, from November 2026, be able to access funding for youth projects through the UK Government’s Erasmus+ programme. The programme will support youth-focused activity in EU and associated non-EU countries, including projects linked to non-formal education, youth work and youth social action. Schools, colleges, further education and vocational education and training providers, youth organisations and adult education providers will be able to...
15th June 2026
CPF Trust Opens 2026 Grants Programme (UK)
The CPF Trust is a grant-making charity that supports other registered UK charities. It is currently offering small one-year grants for organisations working in areas such as the arts, education, health, disability, animal welfare, and support for older people, carers, and disadvantaged children and young people. Grants typically range from £1,000 to £3,000 and can be used towards revenue or capital costs, and for project or core funding. Applications must be submitted by email by 30 September...
12th June 2026
Funding to Help People Access HMRC Services (UK)
Voluntary, community and nonprofit organisations, including charities, social enterprises, mutuals and co-operatives, can apply for grants of £40,000 to £1 million per year to support customers who need extra help accessing HMRC services from April 2027 to March 2030. The funding will support tax-related advice, issue resolution and confidence-building for people facing barriers including low digital confidence, disability, mental health issues, language barriers, bereavement, abuse or other ...
11th June 2026
Funding to Support Racially Minoritised Young Men in Contact with the Justice System (UK)
Grants of £200,000 will soon be available for UK-registered not-for-profit organisations that support young men aged 18 to 25 from racially minoritised communities who are in contact with the criminal justice system. Eligible groups include young men from Black communities and other racially minoritised communities, as well as Gypsy, Roma, Traveller, Jewish and Muslim communities. Smaller organisations will be prioritised, especially those run by people from the communities they support. Appl...
11th June 2026
Grants Available to Not-For-Profit Theatres to Carry Out Essential Works (UK)
Grants of up to £7,500 are available to help not-for-profit theatres across the UK carry out small capital projects that improve their resilience, sustainability and accessibility. The Theatres Trust’s Small Grants Programme, supported by The Linbury Trust, funds improvements to theatre buildings, essential plant and machinery, and digital infrastructure. Previous grants have supported improvements such as better level access, upgraded building management systems, new heating and cooling, dra...
11th June 2026
Funding to Help Vulnerable People with their Housing Needs (UK)
UK registered charities can apply for grants of up to £2,500 to support people experiencing homelessness or housing insecurity. This funding is available to charities with an annual income of under £500,000. It can be used for core costs, project costs, or capital expenses. Larger grants of up to £75,000 are also available. These are for charities with an income of £1 million or less, based in Yorkshire or the North East. The funding can support running costs, staffing, and service delivery ...
11th June 2026
£2.85 Million Support Programme to Explore Technology in Adult Vocational Learning (UK)
Ufi VocTech Trust has announced a £2.85 million funding and support programme to help small organisations explore how technology could improve vocational learning for adults aged 16 and over across the UK. Up to 40 organisations will join a 10-week programme offering expert-led sessions, peer learning and one-to-one mentoring. Participants will be supported to define a learning challenge, explore technology options, test ideas and build a clear plan. Those that successfully complete the program...
10th June 2026
Grants to Support Armed Forces Families Impacted by Separation (UK)
UK-registered charities and local authorities can apply for grants of up to £350,000 to improve support for serving Armed Forces families affected by separation and relocation. The Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust’s Together for Service Families: Place-based Grants Programme will support portfolios of local projects, led by one organisation and delivered with local partners in specific locations across the UK. The aim is to help families of serving personnel and reservists access more effecti...
10th June 2026
£100,000 Grants for Organisations Helping Young People into Work (England, Scotland & Wales)
Not-for-profit organisations working with disadvantaged young people can apply for £100,000 in core funding and support through Impetus’ Skills grant round. Impetus is seeking to partner with one or two organisations that help young people aged 16 to 24 who are not in education, employment or training move into employment through work-related skills, including vocational or essential skills training. Priority will be given to organisations supporting young people who are lower qualified, from...
10th June 2026
Funding Opportunity for Grassroots Projects Near Co-op Food Stores (UK - Various Locations)
The food retailer, the Co-op has announced that grants are still available in a small number of areas for small charities, voluntary and community groups, schools and other not-for-profit organisations to support projects that benefit local communities centred around Co-op Food Stores. This year, the Fund is looking to support projects that enable people to access food, create opportunities for young people, improve people’s mental wellbeing, promote community cohesion and build sustainable fu...
10th June 2026
Funding for Arts, Health & Heritage Projects (UK)
Grants are available to UK-registered charities for arts, creative health and heritage crafts projects that improve the lives of disadvantaged people. The D'Oyly Carte Charitable Trust typically awards grants of between £500 and £8,000 for project and core costs, with unrestricted funding available to charities with annual income below £250,000. Activities could include community music-making, arts-based health projects, short breaks for young carers, animal-assisted therapy, horticulture, an...
9th June 2026
Grants and Loans Available to Help Charitable Organisations Grow (UK)
Charities, social enterprises and community organisations across the UK can apply for flexible social investment to help organisations strengthen their financial resilience, grow trading income and increase social impact. The funding is the form of repayable finance of between £50,000 and £1 million rather than a grant. The funding is aimed at organisaions where traditional grants or bank lending may not be suitable. The funding is being made available through the Charities Aid Foundation’...
9th June 2026
Funding to Promote Science in Schools (UK)
State-funded primary and secondary schools across the UK can apply for free science education visits worth £800 through the Royal Institution’s Science in Schools scheme. Delivered by professional presenters, the visits support science education for children in Key Stages 1 to 3, contribute to teachers’ Continuing Professional Development (CPD), engage families, and offer fundraising opportunities for schools. Applications are particularly encouraged from schools whose pupils may not otherw...
8th June 2026
UK Government Announces New Crisis and Resilience Fund (UK)
The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a new Crisis and Resilience Fund, providing £1 billion a year for at least three years to support people on low incomes across England facing sudden financial hardship. From April 2026, the fund will replace the Household Support Fund and be delivered through local councils, offering direct cash payments to individuals dealing with unexpected expenses, income loss or housing shortfalls, regardless of whether they receive benefits. The scheme ado...
8th June 2026
Funding to Encourage Volunteering Amongst Young People (UK)
Grants of up to £500 are available to individuals or groups of young people aged 30 or under who aim to make a difference through volunteering or community service. The funding is made available through the Alec Dickson Trust. It prioritises projects involving many volunteers, addresses the specific needs of disadvantaged communities and individuals, and is innovative and sustainable. The Trust is seeking projects that identify a specific need and propose activities to address it, which are a...
8th June 2026
Grants Available to Help Armed Forces Communities Connect Locally (UK)
Community groups across the UK can apply for grants of up to £50,000 for projects that help members of the Armed Forces community connect with others, reduce loneliness and access local support services. The programme is open to not-for-profit organisations with a formal constitution that can show their project will support people who meet The Royal British Legion’s eligibility criteria. Funding can support activities such as regular social events, sport and shared activities, creative projec...
5th June 2026
Hardship Grants Open to UK Fashion and Textile Families (UK)
Parents and carers working in the UK fashion and textile industry who are struggling financially can apply for funding from the Fashion and Textile Children’s Trust. The charity provides grants for children’s essentials and specialist items, including clothing, bedroom furniture, white goods, mobility equipment, sensory toys and therapies for children with additional needs. To be eligible, current workers need at least six months’ employment in the past nine years, while former workers and...
5th June 2026
Funding for School Science Projects (UK)
Primary and secondary schools in the UK can apply for funding to purchase equipment so that students can enjoy practical science, to run science enrichment projects, or to enable students to participate in science events and competitions. Primary schools can apply for grants of up to £600 and Secondary schools up to £1,000. The funding is being made available through the Armourers and Brasiers' Gauntlet Trust, which is one of the leading charities in the UK supporting metallurgy and materials ...
5th June 2026
£970,000 Competition Opens for a National Muslim War Memorial (England)
The Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government has opened a competition offering up to £970,000 for an organisation, or group of organisations, to design and build a national Muslim War Memorial in England. The memorial will honour the contributions of Muslim service personnel who fought alongside Britain in the First and Second World Wars. It is intended to serve as both a place for reflection and an educational resource to raise public awareness and encourage interfaith dialogue. E...
4th June 2026
Grants Available for Small Charities Supporting Disadvantaged People (England & Wales)
Grants of up to £3,000 per year for up to three years are available to support the core costs of small registered charities working with some of the most disadvantaged and marginalised people in England and Wales. This includes elderly people, children and young people, people with disabilities or mental health challenges, and those affected by addiction or educational disadvantage. To be eligible, organisations must have been operating for at least three years and have an annual income of less...
4th June 2026
Funding to Boost the Resilience of the Archives Sector (UK)
Archives and records services, including those in museums, libraries, universities, and community or heritage organisations, can apply for grants of up to £20,000 to develop practical, sustainable ways to strengthen their long-term resilience. The funding, available through the National Archives Resilience Grants programme, can support projects focusing on areas such as financial sustainability, workforce capacity, digital preservation, income generation, or environmentally responsive practice...
4th June 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...
4th June 2026
New Funding Round Opens to Help Households Facing Cold Homes and High Energy Bills (England, Scotland & Wales)
A new £30 million funding round has opened through phase three of the Ofgem Energy Industry Voluntary Redress Scheme to support charities and community energy organisations working with households at risk from cold homes and high energy bills. Funding is available across England, Scotland and Wales for projects that support vulnerable households, reduce carbon emissions, develop innovative energy products and services, and contribute to a just transition to net zero. Six funding streams are ava...
3rd June 2026
Funding to Support Early Years Parenting (UK)
UK-registered charitable organisations with annual income of £100,000 to £5 million can apply for four-year grants totalling £225,000 to support early-years parenting work delivered in the UK. Funding is flexible and can be used towards general running costs for sustained, face-to-face support that promotes development among children from birth to age 5. Eligible organisations need to show that they work closely with and understand parents of children aged newborn to five in the communities t...
3rd June 2026
Royal Society of Biology - Outreach and Engagement Grants (UK)
Grants of up to £1,000 are available to run citizen science projects that engage public audiences with biology in an accessible and memorable way. Aimed at enhancing understanding of the life sciences, the scheme addresses concerns about declining public engagement in science, particularly among young people and marginalised groups. Funding can support activities such as school visits, workshops, exhibitions, and hands-on events that promote biological concepts creatively and inclusively. Open ...
3rd June 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 grants are awarded for the purchase of 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 November 20...
3rd June 2026
Funding to Promote Inclusion & Participation in the Molecular Sciences (UK / Worldwide)
Grants of up to £1,000 are available for projects that strengthen inclusion and participation in the molecular sciences. Individuals, groups, charities, and not-for-profit organisations worldwide can apply for funding to support activities that break down barriers and promote equity, diversity, and inclusion across the field. Eligible projects could include community science shows, mentoring schemes, accessible teaching resources, or workshops for underrepresented groups. Applications are parti...
2nd June 2026
Funding for Charities Supporting Vulnerable People (UK)
Grants of up to £5,000 are available to UK-registered charities working to reduce disadvantage and improve quality of life for vulnerable people. Funding is available for projects across a range of priority areas, including poverty relief, disability inclusion, and health and wellbeing. It also supports work with children and young people, older people and veterans, as well as projects in the arts, heritage and environment. Eligible applicants include small and grassroots charities with an annu...
2nd June 2026
Hugo Burge Foundation Invites Grant Applications for Arts and Culture Projects (UK)
UK schools, local authorities, charities, community groups, museums, educational institutions, arts organisations, festivals, fairs, and community groups can apply for grants of up to £15,000 to support creativity in individuals and communities across the UK. A total of £300,000 is available to support creative education, creative communities and UK-based artists. The eligibility and funding levels vary according to which funding strand individuals and organisations apply to. A limited numb...
2nd June 2026
Grants of up to £20,000 Available for Community Climate Projects (UK)
Grants of up to £20,000 are available for community projects that help tackle climate change through sustainable water systems, solar energy schemes, or nature-based solutions such as habitat restoration and tree planting. Schools and not-for-profit organisations across the UK can apply. Applicants can either submit their own project idea or apply to run one of three existing climate initiatives. These are youth-led solar projects, projects that restore local natural habitats or plant trees, an...
1st June 2026
Grants of up to £5,000 Available for Small Charities Supporting Vulnerable People (UK)
Grants of up to £5,000 are available for small charities working to improve the lives of vulnerable people across the UK. The funding is provided by the Wise Music Foundation, which aims to make a positive difference for people facing hardship, illness, or poverty, particularly children, the homeless, older people, and those with disabilities. The Foundation also supports a wider range of causes, including education, cultural activities, arts and heritage, health and disability support, oversea...
1st June 2026
Funding Available for Charities Supporting Families Through Cost of Living Crisis (UK)
UK-based voluntary and community organisations and registered charities can apply for grants of up to £2,500 to support individuals and families affected by the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. Funding can be used to purchase essential items such as food, toiletries, fuel vouchers, clothing and school supplies, as well as to support community meals, foodbank operations, warm spaces and other crisis support services. The funding is provided through the Arnold Clark Community Fund and is open to ch...
1st June 2026
National Lottery Grants for Heritage - Grants of up to £10 Million Available (UK)
Not-for-profit organisations across the UK can now apply for grants of between £250,000 and £10 million from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for projects connecting people and communities to UK heritage. The funding can support a broad range of activities and project costs, such as volunteer expenses, capital works, repairs, maintenance, conservation costs, professional fees, event costs, and the acquisition of heritage. All projects must also consider long-term environmental sustainabili...
29th May 2026
Funding of up to £5,000 Available to Tackle Problems within Families (UK)
Charities that support families or individuals facing family-related problems such as domestic abuse, separation, mental health challenges, addiction, or financial hardship, etc can apply for grants of up to £5,000. This funding can be used for core costs like staff salaries or utility bills, revenue costs such as running support groups or training volunteers, and capital costs including purchasing equipment or refurbishing a family centre. Grants are awarded twice a year, with the next deadlin...
29th May 2026