Grant News

UnLtd , the charity which support social entrepreneurs and enterpiseshas re-opened its Funding Futures Programme, which support 16- to 30-year-olds whose ideas foster financial inclusion in marginalised communities across the UK.

The programme responds to the cost-of-living crisis, which disproportionately affects marginalised communities that are often unfairly excluded from mainstream financial services. The intention is to enable young social entrepreneurs to build ventures that boost financial resilience in their communities.

The programme offers two tiers of grants: up to £8,000 for start-ups and up to £18,000 for existing ventures ready to scale.  The programme also provides tailored support such as one-to-one coaching, peer workshops, legal guidance, and financial literacy training to help founders overcome any barriers.

Applicants must be UK-based, aged between 16 and 30, and have an idea or venture operating for less than four years, with a focus on financial inclusion (directly or indirectly). Ventures must be incorporated and selling goods or services (or aiming to).

Due to heavy demand, UnLtd has imposed a cap of 650 applications per funding round.

Applications for the Funding Futures Programme are now open, with full eligibility and application details available via UnLtd.

Applications will be assessed January - March 2026.