Grant News

Young Londoners preparing for higher education or vocational training can now apply for bursary support from the Portal Trust.

The charitable organisation, which has a long history of funding educational opportunities across the capital, has launched its annual round of individual grants. The bursaries are designed to help students from disadvantaged or low-income backgrounds access further study and training that might otherwise be out of reach.

Applications are open to young people aged between 18 and 25, provided they are under 25 on the first day of their course. Eligible applicants must also be permanent residents in specific inner London boroughs. The scheme is intended to support both university students and those taking up vocational pathways.

Grants typically range between £1,000 and £2,000 per year, with the final amount awarded depending on individual need, the Trust’s budget, and the number of successful applicants. For many, this funding represents a vital contribution towards tuition fees, equipment, and living costs during study.