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The Mayor of London’s Violence Reduction Unit has launched a £4 million Stronger Futures Programme 3.0.
The aim of the fund is to enable community-led organisations across London to support young people aged 8 to 18 who are at risk of, or affected by, violence, exploitation or grooming during the high-risk hours after-school and in holiday periods.
The fund will support after-school and holiday provision that improves young people’s education, employability, and health and wellbeing. Activities may include training, apprenticeships, employment support, enrichment, and other positive opportunities.
Grants of £80,000 to £200,000 are available over two years, with up to 30 grants expected to be awarded. Awards are likely to average approximately £140,000 over two years (£70,000 per year).
Examples of the types of activities that could be funded include:
- creative and cultural programmes
- mentoring and leadership
- sports and physical activity
- therapeutic and mental health support
- education and awareness
- employability and enterprise training
- safe spaces and community engagement
- life skills & independent living
- digital technology
Applications must include a food offer in all holiday deliveries.
Applicants can apply individually or in partnership with up to two other organisations.
The deadline for applications is 12pm on 11 May 2026.
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