Grant News

The 7stars Foundation is inviting applications for its latest round of grant funding. The grant programme is designed to support young people aged 18 years and under across the UK who are facing challenges related to:  

• abuse
• addiction
• homelessness
• caring responsibilities

The fund is open to registered charities, council-run children’s homes, and schools with an annual turnover of less than £1.5 million. Eligible applicants must be supporting young people within the specified age group and priority areas. The beneficiaries of the funding are children and young people who are experiencing or at risk of abuse, addiction, homelessness, or who are young carers.

Grants are available in several streams:

• Project Grants (England only) of up to £5,000 for registered charities, children’s homes or schools in England delivering projects that address the challenges above.
• Shine Bright Long-Term Funding provides £60,000 over two years (£30,000 per year) to UK charities delivering ongoing support that targets the underlying causes of issues facing vulnerable children.
• Social Impact Funding provides £10,000 over two years (£5,000 per year) for UK charities tackling broader issues such as exploitation, mental health and online abuse.
• Direct grants of up to £500 are applied for by supporting professionals on behalf of individual young people in urgent need.
• Fully funded apprenticeship training for UK organisations, covering all employer-related costs.

Fundable activities include projects that provide immediate and long-term support, address gaps in provision, and promote the welfare and potential of young people.

The current funding round closes on the 1st February 2026.