Grant News

eBay UK has opened its 2026 Up & Running Grants programme, offering up to 20 businesses grants of £10,000 to support growth or create opportunities for young people. eBay operates one of the UK’s largest online marketplaces, connecting businesses and individuals with buyers.

Funding is available through two categories.

• Young eBay business sellers aged 18 to 30 can apply to develop their businesses
• UK-registered companies can apply to employ a young person aged 18 to 24 in a UK-based role

Applicants must show clear business objectives and explain how the funding will support growth over the following 12 months.

Key points / Highlights:

• Funding: £10,000 per winner
• Up to 20 awards available
• Applicants must already be eBay business sellers
• Category A requires at least three months of active listings
• Category B requires at least six months of active listings
• Winners announced January 2027.

Successful applicants will also receive up to six months of account management and premium support, plus access to eBay’s Young Entrepreneur community and selected events during 2027.

The application deadline is 30 October 2026.

Related:

Grants of up to £18,000 available to Social Entrepreneurs (UK)