Funding opportunities on this page include information sourced from Grants Resources Information News (GRIN), alongside other local, regional and national funding sources. GRIN is a social enterprise that supports not-for-profit organisations to identify and secure funding through research, advice, and regular funding bulletins. They have kindly agreed to the Town Council sharing the grant opportunities they collate.
We’ll be updating this page weekly with opportunities that we are aware of for local organisations seeking funding for projects connected to community, wellbeing, sports, heritage, local business, sustainability and environment. Please click on the drop down menu below to find lots of funding opportunities for different sectors.
You can also find additional funding information here:
South Hams District Council grant and funding opportunities – for community grants covering sustainable communities, climate change and biodiversity, South Hams Crowdfunder and SeaMoor Lotto see https://www.southhams.gov.uk/article/3854/Community-Grants-Funding and for UK Shared Prosperity Fund grants for businesses and communities covering decarbonisation, agri-tech, clean diversification and community resilience see https://www.southhams.gov.uk/your-council/budgets-and-finance/budgets-and-spending/uk-shared-prosperity-fund-0/rural-england
Devon County Council latest information on funding opportunities for businesses and communities in Devon see https://www.devon.gov.uk/fundingnews/
Rural Services Network list of funding opportunities – see Rural Funding Digest – Rural Services Network (rsnonline.org.uk)
Do you have a Disability? Are you a parent or carer of a Disabled child or adult? If so, you can use this website https://www.disability-grants.org/ to save time finding Disability Grants. On this website, Charities and Trusts provide funding towards the high cost of disability equipment, holidays, housing, days out………in fact anything above and beyond the normal costs of everyday living.
| THE AUSTIN AND HOPE PILKINGTON TRUST – Applications in by 30 September 2026 Revenue grants of £5,000 are available for UK charities with an annual turnover of over £1 million for projects that support the mental health of unpaid adult carers aged 18 and over. https://austin-hope-pilkington.org.uk/ |
| SUNRISE MEDICAL: SUNRISE MOMENTS COMMUNITY FUND – Applications in by 30 September 2026 Grants of up to £5,000 are available to individuals, families, community groups, charities, disability organisations and sports clubs for projects that help wheelchair users and disabled people enjoy greater independence, inclusion and opportunity, including inclusive sports, accessible community events, mobility equipment, accessible days out and local projects that improve accessibility. Sunrise Medical Community Fund | Sunrise Medical |
| THE ARMY BENEVOLENT FUND: GRANTS TO CHARITIES AND ORGANISATIONS – Applications in by 6 October 2026 Grants, generally for up to £15,000, are available to UK charitable organisations, including registered charities and Community Interest Companies, for a wide range of projects and activities that support the Army community, from helping soldiers to adapt to life after service to assisting elderly veterans to maintain their independence. https://armybenevolentfund.org/need-our-help/charity-grants/ |
| THE AVIVA FOUNDATION: FINANCIAL FUTURES FUND (ROUND 2, 2026) – Applications in by Wednesday 7 October 2026 Grants starting at £100,000, usually spread over three years, are available to UK registered charities, not-for-profit organisations and social enterprises with an annual income of over £1 million for projects and initiatives that improve financial resilience in communities across the UK. https://www.avivafoundation.org.uk/financial-futures-fund/ |
| LET’S CELEBRATE TOWNS 2026 – VISA AND NATIONWIDE – Entries close on 25 October 2026 Five grants of £20,000 are available to towns across the UK for community-led projects or initiatives that support stronger local economies, thriving high streets and vibrant local communities. Entries are invited from MPs and local leaders, local authorities and town councils, and community groups and organisations across five categories: High Street Revival, Backing Local Business, Protecting Valued Places, Connected Places and Community Pride. Let’s Celebrate Towns 2026 |
| ARMED FORCES COVENANT FUND TRUST: REVEAL AND RESPOND PROGRAMME – Applications in by 28 October 2026 Grants of £20,000 to £300,000 are available to UK-based registered charities, Community Interest Companies and local authorities to improve access to appropriate mental health and wellbeing support for underrepresented groups within the armed forces community. Two strands are available: £20,000 to £40,000 for discovery, pilot and learning projects, and £150,000 to £300,000 for projects that scale or strengthen tested approaches. Reveal and Respond programme – Armed Forces Covenant Fund Trust |
| THE BETTER COMMUNITY BUSINESS NETWORK GRANTS (ROUND 3 of 3, 2026) – Applications in by 9 November 2026. A limited number of grants for up to £3,000 are available to UK registered charities and voluntary/community groups for revenue projects that aim to improve the quality of life of people in disadvantaged communities. https://bcbn.org.uk/grant-initiative/ |
| *NEW* THE MCCARTHY & STONE CHARITABLE FOUNDATION: FESTIVE CONNECTIONS GRANTS 2026 – Applications in by 15 November Grants of up to £750 are available to registered charities, community groups and Community Interest Companies in England, Scotland and Wales with an annual income of less than £250,000 to provide activities for people aged 65 and over during the festive season 2026. https://mccarthystonefoundation.org/ |
| THE WISE MUSIC FOUNDATION – Applications in by 30 November 2026 A limited number of grants for between £500 and £5,000, averaging £1,500, are available to smaller UK charitable organisations with an annual turnover of under £500,000 that are working in the UK and/or overseas to support people experiencing hardship, distress and illness, with a focus on children, the homeless and people living in poverty. https://wisemusicfoundation.com/ |
| *NEW* THE ULVERSCROFT FOUNDATION – Applications in by 15 December 2026. Revenue grants, usually for under £5,000, are available for local and national UK and overseas not-for-profit organisations, including Community Interest Companies (CICs), libraries, schools, colleges and sports groups, for projects that benefit visually impaired people. https://www.ulverscroft-foundation.org.uk/ |
| THE ROBERT CLUTTERBUCK CHARITABLE TRUST – Applications in by 31 December 2026 Grants of up to £3,000 are available to registered charities in England and Wales that are supporting Armed Forces and ex-service personnel, as well as natural history and wildlife projects. Projects in Cheshire and Hertfordshire tend to be favoured, but not exclusively. https://clutterbucktrust.org.uk/ |
| *NEW* THE FRANCIS WINHAM FOUNDATION – Applications can be made at any time Small grants, generally for under £10,000, are available to registered charities in England providing social care services for the elderly. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/278092/charity-overview?_uk_gov_ccew_onereg_charitydetails_web_portlet_CharityDetailsPortlet_organisationNumber=278092 |
| *NEW* THE CARETECH CHARITABLE FOUNDATION – Applications can be made at any time An independent grant-making body whose work is currently focused on the following key objectives: 1) physical and learning disabilities and mental health; 2) skills development for the care sector; and 3) supporting local communities. https://www.caretechfoundation.org.uk/ |
| MORRISONS FOUNDATION: CONNECTING COMMUNITIES GRANTS – Applications may be made at any time Capital grants of up to £20,000 are available to registered charities providing place-based services to the whole community or specific groups, for projects that upgrade buildings and outdoor areas, reduce social isolation, build a sense of belonging, and help keep vital local services open and accessible. Morrisons Foundation Connecting Communities Grant Request |
| THE ALBERT HUNT TRUST – Applications can be made at any time. Although in a strategic spend-out, the Trust will consider applications from UK registered charities in the areas of hospices, homelessness and health and wellbeing. https://www.alberthunttrust.org.uk/ |
| THE ALBERT GUBAY CHARITABLE FOUNDATION GENERAL FUND – Applications can be made at any time. Small, medium and large grants are available to registered charities in England, Wales, the Isle of Man and the Republic of Ireland for projects that help people out of poverty and enable them to live as independently as possible. https://www.albertgubayfoundation.org/applications/ |
| The Bailey Thomas Charitable Fund – Applications can be made at any time Capital, core and revenue grants are available to UK registered and exempt charities for the care and relief of children, young people and adults with learning disabilities in the UK. Grants up to £5,000 can be made at any time. Grants over £5,000 have annual deadlines at the beginning of March, August and December. https://www.bailythomas.org.uk/ |
| Pub is the Hub: Community Services Fund – Applications can be made at any time. Available to Community Interest Companies, Parish Councils, Cooperatives, Community Benefit Societies, Companies Limited by Guarantee and Individuals (including publicans) in England, Scotland and Wales to enable rural pub owners, licensees and their local communities to work together to support, retain and provide local services, where possible, within a local pub. Grants up to £6,000 www.pubisthehub.org.uk |
| The Ad Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time. A limited number of grants between £5,000 and £10,000 are available to UK registered charities that are developing the skills and potential of people in disadvantaged communities. https://theadcharitabletrust.org.uk/ |
| The Weaver’s Company charitable Grants – Applications can be made at any time. Available to smaller UK registered charities working with young, disadvantaged people, particularly young offenders, prisoners, ex-prisoners and young people at risk of becoming involved with criminal activity in the UK. Grants of up to £15,000 https://www.weavers.org.uk/charity/charitable-grants/ |
| The Platinum Jubilee Village Hall Fund – Applications will close when the budget has been fully committed. Available to a wide range of organisations, including charities, social enterprises and statutory agencies, for village halls in rural areas across England to enhance, upgrade, extend and improve halls so that, as a result, new activities can take place and help bring communities together. Grants between £2,000 and £5,000 https://acre.org.uk/village-halls-small-grants-fund/ |
| The 4814 Trust – Applications can be made at any time. A limited number of grants are available to UK registered charities working in the areas of the relief of poverty, people in need, health and the saving of lives, Individuals may also apply for grant support. https://4814.org/ |
| The Forte Charitable Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Small Grants up to £10,000 and Large Grants up to £50,000 are available to UK registered charities with an annual income of under £500,000 that are working to strengthen the most disadvantaged and marginalised communities in the UK and provide support for families. Grants are available for core costs, salaries, running and project costs. https://www.fortecharitablefoundation.org.uk/ |
| The David Solomon’s Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time. One-off revenue grants, generally for between £500 and £1,000 are available to local and national registered charities that are working in the areas of research into learning difficulties. Applications from smaller local charities are prioritised. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/297275/charity-overview?_uk_gov_ccew_onereg_charitydetails_web_portlet_CharityDetailsPortlet_organisationNumber=297275 |
| The Cosaraf Charitable Foundation Hardship Grants – Applications can be made at any time Available to families and individuals across the UK that are facing financial hardship and who have exhausted all other options for financial support. Please note that applications must be made by an eligible third-party organisation on behalf of a family or an individual. Grants generally for up to £500 but sometimes up to £2,000 https://www.cosaraf.org/ |
| The Baily Thomas Charitable Fund – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK registered and exempt charities for the care and relief of children, young people and adults with learning disabilities in the UK. Grants of up to and over £9,000 Grants over £9,000 have deadlines at the beginning of March, August and December. https://www.bailythomas.org.uk/ |
| The Mears Foundation – A cycle of deadlines annually Small grants are available to UK charitable organisations that provide practical help and support to vulnerable people in communities across the UK. https://www.themearsfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The Solidarity Fund – Applications open, deadline to be advised Available to organisations tackling the root causes of poverty, disadvantage and discrimination. For projects that shift power, tackle structural inequality, and build community resilience. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/news/blog/2025-06-03/unlocking-systemic-change |
| The National Lottery Community Fund: The Solidarity Fund – Applications Open A limited number of long-term core grants are available to UK organisations that are tackling the root causes of poverty, disadvantage and discrimination in the UK. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/news/blog/2025-06-03/unlocking-systemic-change |
| THE DAVID GIBBONS FOUNDATION This Charity promotes the welfare and relief of those who are physically / mentally unwell, are financially struggling, and the elderly. Applications are welcome from not-for-profit organisations & groups in Devon. Individuals cannot apply directly but can ask a representative from a charity or not for profit to apply on their behalf. The Trustees meet 6 times a year and all grants are made at the discretion of the Trustees. Deadlines, meeting dates, grant information, and application forms can all be found on the website – https://gibbonstrusts.org.uk/ |
| The John Ellerman Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Multi-year core funding grants totalling £180,000 are available to UK registered charities and Community Interest Companies with an asset lock that can create change and advance the wellbeing of people, society and the natural world. https://ellerman.org.uk/ |
| The UK Fund (The National Lottery Community Fund) – Applications can be made at any time Available for a range of organisations, including registered charities, Community Interest Companies and local authorities for projects that enable communities to come together help create a better- connected society and help children and young people have a voice to influence change. Partnership proposals are welcomed. Grants of between £500,000 and £5 million over 2 – 10 years https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/programmes/the-uk-fund |
| Fletcher’s Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available to individuals, charities, community groups and schools to help individuals thrive after serious injury, accident or illness. Grants of up to £10,000 https://fletchersfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The Randal Charitable Foundation – Applications can be made at any time Available for UIK charitable organisations based and working in the UK that have a global operation and are working to alleviate extreme poverty, and provide clean water, sanitation, healthcare and nutrition for the most vulnerable. Grants up to £30,000 https://www.randalfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The Percy Bilton Charity: Grants for Organisations and Individuals – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities working in the areas of supporting disadvantaged young people aged under 25, people with a physical or learning disability, and older people aged 60 and over. Individuals may also apply for a grant. Grants of up to £5,000 https://www.percy-bilton-charity.org/ |
| Government’s Rural England Prosperity Fund – Applications open Available to support limited companies (including social enterprises), sole traders and charitable organisations across the South Hams to buy essential trading equipment such as gazebos, tables, digital payment devices. Grants between £150 and £1,000 https://www.southhams.gov.uk/news/2024/calling-all-existing-or-aspiring-market-traders |
| The Apax Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Small and larger grants are available to UK registered charities and social enterprises working in the areas of social enterprise, relief of financial hardship and the advancement of education in the UK and overseas. https://www.apax.com/create/responsibility/apax-foundation/ |
| The Ladbrokes Coral Trust – Applications can be made at any time Available to registered charities in the UK operating and providing services in areas where Ladbrokes Coral outlets are located. The Trust’s main areas of support are healthcare, education and community. https://sports.ladbrokes.com/shop-locator |
| The Albert Gubay Charitable Foundation – Applications can be made at any time Small, medium and large grants are available to registered charities in England, Wales, the Isle of Man and the Republic of Ireland for projects that help people out of poverty and enable them to live as independently as possible. https://www.albertgubayfoundation.org/ |
| The Ocean Family Foundation – Applications can be made at any time The Foundation awards small to large grants (2024 £3,900 to £100,000) to charitable organisations working in the UK and/or overseas to protect the marine environment. https://oceanfamilyfoundation.org/ |
| The TUUT Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at anytime Small, medium and large grants are available o UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas that are working at a political level and can demonstrate a close relationship with the trace union movement. https://www.tufm.co.uk/about-us/charity/ |
| Clare Milne Trust – Applications are considered four times a year. Available to registered charities, Community Interest Companies and not-for-profit organisations which work directly with people of all ages with a disability in Devon or Cornwall to allow them to live a full and active life. https://claremilnetrust.com/about-the-trust/ |
| The Percy Bilton Charity: Grants for Organisations – Available to UK registered charities working in the areas of supporting disadvantaged young people aged under 25, people with a physical or learning disability, and older people aged 60 and over. Individuals may also apply for a grant. Grants for between £2,000 and £5,000 and small grants for up to £750 https://www.percy-bilton-charity.org/ |
| The Kingsgrove Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time. A limited number of small grants are available to UK registered charities working in the UK and overseas to relieve poverty. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/279176/charity-overview |
| The Anton Jurgens Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities with an annual income of under £500,000 to support people of all ages who are socially disadvantaged and/or have disabilities. Grants of up to £10,000 https://ajct.org.uk/en |
| The Bruce Wake Charitable Trust – Application can be made at any time. Generally grants for under £5,000 are available for UK registered charities to provide leisure activities for people with a disability https://brucewaketrust.co.uk/grants/ |
| The Energy Resilience fund – Applications can be made at any time A blended funding package of 60% loan and 40% grant for between £25,000 and £250,000 is available to registered charities, Community Interest Companies and Community benefit societies in England for installing energy saving measures or generation technology to buildings and/or land (including new builds), and/or purchasing energy efficient or environmentally friendly vehicles or equipment. https://www.sibgroup.org.uk/funds/energy-resilience-fund/ |
| The Bailey Thomas Charitable Fund – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered and exempt charities for the dare and relief of children, young people and adults with learning disabilities in the UK. Grants up to £9,000 https://www.bailythomas.org.uk/ |
| The Victoria Convalescent Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Small grants are available for individuals in need of a short break to aid their convalescence, recuperative or respite care. Family breaks can also be funded. In addition, the Trust has a small fund for the purpose of making grants for essential equipment such as white goods, essential household items, contributions towards mobility aids and other specialist equipment. http://victoriaconvalescenttrust.org.uk/ |
| The Talisman Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK local authorities, other charitable organisations or not-for-profit organisations such as Citizen’s Advice on behalf of individuals facing hardship and poverty. Grants averaging £1,000 http://www.talismancharity.org/ |
| The Randal Charitable Foundation – Applications can be made at any time Grants are available for UK charitable organisations based and working in the UK that are working to save lives and improve the quality of life of desperate and disadvantaged people. The foundation is currently inviting enquiries from UK organisations that are delivering directly life-saving impact and/or impact which is significantly improving lives. https://www.randalfoundation.org.uk/ |
| Trusthouse Charitable Foundation Community Small Grants – Application can be made at any time Available to charities and not for profit organisations for core costs, salaries, running and project costs. Projects must have a focus on Community Support and address urban and rural deprivation in the UK. Grants of between £2,000 and £10,000 https://www.trusthousecharitablefoundation.org.uk/our-grants/small-grants |
| The Albert Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to registered charities based and working in the UK in the areas of hospice care, learning disability, mental health, the promotion of health and wellbeing, and homelessness. The trust has announced that it will wind down its grant-making over the next 5 years. Revenue grants of up to £40,000 https://www.alberthunttrust.org.uk/ |
| The W H Smith Group Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities for literacy projects in UK communities where the retailer W H Smith has a presence. Grants of up to £1,000 https://www.whsmithplc.co.uk/sustainability/community/whsmith-trust |
| Physical Activity Grants – Parkinson’s UK – Applications open again on 10th March Available to activity providers for projects which support physical activity for people with Parkinson’s all over the UK. Grants of up to £3,000 https://www.parkinsons.org.uk/information-and-support/grants-physical-activity-providers |
| Community Support Small Grants – Applications can be made at any time Available to charities and not for profit organisations for core costs, salaries, running and project costs. Projects must focus on community support and address urban and rural deprivation. Grants of between £2,000 and £10,000 https://www.trusthousecharitablefoundation.org.uk/our-grants/small-grants |
| The UK Fund (The National Lottery Community Fund) – Applications can be made at any time Available to a range of organisations, including registered charities, Community Interest Companies and local authorities, for projects that enable communities to come together help create a better-connected society and help young people use their voice to influence change. Partnership proposals are welcomed. Grants of between £500,000 and £5 million over 2-10 years. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/programmes/the-uk-fund |
| The Fyrish Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas in the areas of the prevention or relief of poverty, the advancement of health or saving of lives, Community Development, particularly in marginalised sectors of society, and faith-based projects that are in accordance with Christian teaching. Small, medium and large grants available. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/charity-search/-/charity-details/5089795/charity-overview |
| Morrisons Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available registered charities undertaking projects that improve people’s lives. Specifically for projects that help to improve people’s lives. To be eligible, projects must address at least one of the following objectives: Tackling poverty and social deprivation; Enhancing community spaces, facilities and services; Improving health and wellbeing. Grants of up to £10,000 https://www.morrisonsfoundation.com/ |
| The Lady R Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available to registered charities in England and Wales that are working with people who have been forgotten, overlooked and stigmatised in today’s society, in particular through the funding of concerts. A limited number of small grants available http://www.theladyrfoundation.org/ |
| Friends of the Elderly: Grants for Older People – Applications can be made at anytime. Available to help older people of state pension age, aged 66 and over who are living on a low income in England and Wales with the costs of home essentials, unexpectedly large bills, living costs and getting connected online. Grants up to £500 https://www.fote.org.uk/our-charity-work/grants-2/ |
| The Matthews Wrightson Charity Trust – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas with children and young people, the disabled and those who are disadvantaged. Small grants usually for £600. https://matthewswrightson.org.uk/ |
| The Treebeard Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities and social enterprises working in the areas of environment, social justice and vulnerable communities. Grants for up to £50,000 over 1 or more years. https://www.treebeardtrust.org/ |
| Action with Communities in Rural England – Applications Open Available to support smaller capital projects such as boiler replacements, insulation, toilet upgrades and new kitchens. Awards can be made to cover 20% of eligible project costs. Grants of between £2,000 and £5,000 https://acre.org.uk/ |
| The Barchester Healthcare Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available for small charitable organisations, including Community Interest Companies, in England, Scotland and Wales for activities that help to improve the lives of older people and other adults with a physical or learning disability or mental health challenge. Grants of up to £2,500 https://www.bhcfoundation.org.uk/ |
| Funding to Develop and Improve Local Community Partnerships – Applications can be made at any time. Available to not-for-profit organisations such as community organisations, charities, schools, and social enterprises in England can apply for grants of over £10,000 to help develop and grow partnerships with other organisations to improve their local communities. The funding will support the development of new and existing partnerships and help organisations address pressing issues such as the cost-of-living crisis and recovery from the Covid-19 pandemic. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/programmes/partnerships-england#section-1 |
| The Lloyds Register Foundation: Small Grants Programme Available for charitable organisations and universities in and outside the UK for projects that aim to make the world a safer place, particularly where this relates to transport and engineering research. Grants of up to £10,000 https://www.lrfoundation.org.uk/en/news/small-grants-scheme-upcoming-rounds/ |
| The Pret Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available to registered charities in the UK where Pret-A-Manger has a presence for projects that alleviate poverty, and in particular for projects that address hunger and homelessness. https://www.pret.co.uk/en-GB/the-pret-foundation |
| The Masonic Charitable Foundation: Grants for people with dementia and their carers – Applications can be made at any time. Available for local and national charities that are working with people living with dementia and their carers. Small grants of up to £5,000 and Large grants of up to £60,000 https://mcf.org.uk/get-support/grants-to-charities/our-priorities/dementia/ |
| The TDS Charitable Foundation – Application can be made at any time. Available to UK charitable organisations to advance education about housing rights and obligations in the private rented sector. https://www.tdsfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The 4814 Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities working in the areas of the relief of poverty people in need, health and the saving of lives. the 4814 trust |
| Elizabeth Finn Care4 ‘Turn2Us’ – Application can be made at any time. Available to individuals across the UK who are in financial hardship or living in poverty. The charity also enables anyone living in hardship to access the funds they are entitled to. https://www.turn2us.org.uk/ |
| Bernard Sunley Foundation Grants – Applications can be made at any time. The foundation offers grants in the categories of community, educations, health or social welfare. Three levels of grants available – Under £5,000, Under £20,000 and over £20,000. What We Fund – Bernard Sunley Foundation |
| The Clothworkers’ Foundation – Application can be made at any time. Available to registered charities and not-for-profits working in the areas of alcohol and substance misuse, disadvantaged minority communities, disadvantaged young people, domestic and sexual abuse, homelessness, older people, people, with disabilities, prisoners, ex-offenders and people with a visual impairment for capital projects such as buildings, equipment and vehicles. Grants are made to large and small projects. What We Fund | The Clothworkers’ Foundation (clothworkersfoundation.org.uk) |
| The Robert McAlpine Foundation – Applications can be made at any time in writing Available to UK registered charities working in the areas of supporting children and young people, the elderly and medical and social research. Grants between £2,500 and £10,000 Home | mcalpine-foundation (robertmcalpinefoundation.org) |
| The Edward Gostling Foundation – Applications may be made any time in writing. Available to UK registered charities working with people with a disability or a long-term illness who are living on a low income. Major Grants of £100,000 and above to projects costing in excess of £1M. https://www.edwardgostlingfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The Caron Keating Foundation – Applications may be made any time in writing. Available to small UK cancer charities that are supporting people living with all forms of cancer across the UK. Grants between £2,000 – £5,000. https://caronkeating.org/ |
| DEPARTMENT FOR EDUCATION: SCHOOL-BASED NURSERY CAPITAL GRANTS – Applications in by 30 September 2026 Capital funding is available to local authorities in England to develop multi-year proposals for creating or expanding school-based nursery provision between 2027 and 2030. Projects can support state-funded primary-phase schools, maintained nursery schools and Best Start Family Hub sites, helping more families access early years provision, particularly in disadvantaged areas. School-based nursery capital grant 2027 to 2030 – GOV.UK |
| THE RICHARD AND SIOBHAN COWARD FOUNDATION: GRANTS FOR COMMUNITY PHOTOGRAPHY – Applications in by Wednesday 30 September 2026 Grants of between £500 and £1,500 are available to UK based charitable organisations, photographers or artists to support the provision of Community Photography in order to improve the health and wellbeing of children and young people under the age of 25. https://www.cowardphotography.org/grants-for-community-photography |
| THE SASHA FOUNDATION – Applications in by Thursday 1 October 2026 A limited number of grants of up to £10,000 are available to UK charitable organisations working in the UK in mental health support for young people, and/or overseas for education and healthcare projects and programmes in developing countries, with a bias towards education for young women. https://www.thesashafoundation.org.uk/ |
| THE J J CHARITABLE TRUST: LITERACY SMALL GRANTS SCHEME (AUTUMN GRANTS ROUND 2026) – Applications in by Thursday 1 October 2026 Revenue grants of between £5,000 and £20,000 for up to three years are available to UK registered charities, exempt charities, community groups and Community Interest Companies for activities that improve the effectiveness of literacy teaching in primary and secondary education for children with learning difficulties, including dyslexia. https://sfct.powerappsportals.com/jjapplication/ |
| THE UNIVERSAL UK SOUND FOUNDATION: THE SCHOOL FUND – Applications in by 7 October 2026 Grants of up to £800 are available to schools in the UK and Ireland that are teaching the national curriculum to support music education for young people in all its forms, specifically for school music projects and the purchase of instruments and equipment. https://www.umuksoundfoundation.com/ |
| THE SHACKLETON FOUNDATION – Applications in by 2 November 2026 A limited number of grants of up to £15,000 are available to young, aspiring social leaders aged up to 25 across the UK for early-stage social enterprises with long-lasting, far-reaching projects that have the potential to provide solutions to intractable social problems faced by disadvantaged and socially marginalised young people. https://shackletonfoundation.org/who-we-fund/ |
| THE PAUL HAMLYN FOUNDATION: TEACHER DEVELOPMENT FUND – Applications in by 11 November 2026 Grants of up to £165,000 over 2 years are available to arts organisations and state primary schools in the UK to develop arts-based approaches that create equitable classrooms and enhance learning for all children. https://www.phf.org.uk/ |
| THE WEAVER’S COMPANY CHARITABLE GRANTS – Applications in by 12 November 2026 Grants, generally for up to £15,000, are available for smaller UK registered charities working with young, disadvantaged people, particularly young offenders, prisoners, ex-prisoners and young people at risk of becoming involved in criminal activity in the UK. https://www.weavers.org.uk/charity/charitable-grants/ |
| THE TOY TRUST (AUTUMN/WINTER 2026 GRANTS ROUND) – Applications in by 15 November 2026 Grants, generally for £5,000 or less, are available for smaller UK and Ireland registered charities providing projects that support disadvantaged and disabled children aged 13 and under and their families. Grants are available for UK charities for activities within the UK and overseas. https://www.toytrust.co.uk/apply/ |
| THE HENRY SMITH FOUNDATION HOLIDAY GRANTS FOR CHILDREN – Applications in by 19 November 2026 Grants of between £500 and £3,000 are available for UK youth clubs, charities, not-for-profit groups and schools to provide recreational trips or holidays for children aged 13 years and younger who live in an area of high deprivation and are experiencing disability or disadvantage. The application deadline is Thursday 19 November 2026 for trips taking place between Thursday 1 October and Thursday 31 December 2026. https://henrysmith.foundation/grants/holiday-grants/ |
| *NEW* THE NATIONAL DEAF CHILDREN’S SOCIETY: COMMUNITY GRANTS – Applications can be made at any time Project grants of between £1,000 and £10,000 are available to UK registered charities, charitable organisations and community groups for initiatives that support deaf children aged 0 to 5 and their families. https://www.ndcs.org.uk/community-grants |
| YOUNG SOUNDS UK: THE THRIVE PROGRAMME – Applications can be made at any time. Grants of between £250 and £3,000 are available to young musicians aged 7 to 17 in the UK who are living in low-income households, to remove financial barriers that prevent them from achieving their personal potential. https://www.youngsounds.org.uk/thrive/ |
| THE WOODEN SPOON SOCIETY – Applications can be made at any time. Small and large capital grants starting at £5,000 are available to charitable organisations in the UK and Ireland for projects that benefit children and young people aged under 25 who are disadvantaged physically, mentally or socially. https://woodenspoon.org.uk/ |
| THE TIM PARRY JOHNATHAN BALL FOUNDATION – Applications may be made at any time Grants of up to £10,000 are available to UK charitable organisations, including Community Interest Companies, that are working to promote non-violence against young people and support victims of violent crime and terrorism. https://timparryjohnathanballfoundation.org.uk/ |
| THE TRUE COLOURS TRUST SMALL GRANTS PROGRAMME – Applications can be made at any time. One-off grants up to £10,000 are available for smaller registered charities and Community Interest Companies based and working in the UK with disabled children aged 0-25 and their families. https://www.truecolourstrust.org.uk/uk-small-grants |
| BUTTLE UK: CHANCES FOR CHILDREN PROGRAMME – Applications may be made at any time Grants of up to £2,400 are available for vulnerable children and young people across the UK aged between 2–18 to improve their social and emotional wellbeing. https://buttleuk.org/grants/ |
| Tesco Fruit And Veg Grants – Applications can be made at any time This is a public voting scheme using Tesco’s ‘blue token’ voting system in its stores, whereby every 4 months, 3 local projects that provide healthy and nutritious food and activities to boos young people’s mental and physical wellbeing are selected to be in the customer vote for a grant of up to £1,500 in Tesco stores across the UK. https://www.tescoplc.com/sustainability/communities/fruit-and-veg-grants |
| The Guild of Our Lady of Good Counsel – Applications can be made at any time The Guild provides loans, grants, baby goods and baby clothes to pregnant women and mothers in need and other organisations who fulfil the Charity’s criteria, particularly pregnancy counselling organisations, where its resources allow. https://www.guildofourladyofgoodcounsel.co.uk/ |
| The Blue Spark Foundation Applications considered on a rolling bases at approximately 8-week intervals. Grants of between £1,000 and £5,000 are available to charitable organisations in England, including schools, for the education and development of children and young people. https://bluesparkfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The Sofronie Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. A limited number of small grants of varying sizes are available for charities and non-registered charities in the UK, France and the Netherlands that are improving social mobility through educational opportunities and/or providing a pathway out of poverty for children and young people disadvantaged by the lack of opportunity. http://www.sofronie.org/ |
| Central Social and Recreational Trust – Applications Open Available to clubs and organisations that aim to improve the conditions of young people under the age of 21 and of all other persons by reasons of their poverty who would otherwise be unable to obtain facilities for recreational or other leisure time occupations. Grants generally no more than £1,500 https://www.csrt.info/how-to-apply/ |
| The Pixel Fund – Applications can be made at any time Available for UK-based registered charities and Charitable Incorporated Organisations for projects that promote the mental health and wellbeing of children and young adults aged 25 and under. Grants between £2,500 and £5,000 https://pixelfund.org.uk/ |
| The Tallulah Lewis Foundation Limited – Applications can be made at any time. Small grants are available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas that are supporting young people experiencing hardship. The Foundation also makes grants to individuals. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/5163873/charity-overview |
| The Family Fund Trust: Your Opportunity Grants – Applications can be made at any time Grants available to help meet the needs of families in the UK who are raising disabled and seriously ill young adults aged 18-24. https://www.familyfund.org.uk/ |
| The Educational Opportunity Foundation Main Fund Programme – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK registered charities that are working to improve access to education or the quality of education for children and young people under the age of 25, both in the UK and internationally. Grants of up to £30,000 https://educationalopportunity.org.uk/ |
| THE GIBBONS FAMILY TRUST Children and young people in Devon, up to the age of 25, can receive grants from this Charity, for projects that will improve their quality of life and educational advancement. For example, activities & sports; disability equipment, groups or education (please note we do not help with private school fees); educational trips in the UK (not abroad). Applications are welcome from not-for-profit organisations & groups in Devon. Individuals cannot apply directly but can ask a representative from a charity or not-for-profit to apply on their behalf. The Trustees meet 6 times a year and all grants are made at the discretion of the Trustees. Deadlines, meeting dates, grant information, and application forms can all be found on the website – https://gibbonstrusts.org.uk/ |
| Blue Spark Foundation – Applications are reviewed every 8 weeks on a rolling basis. A registered charity which supports the education and development of children and young people by providing grants for educational, cultural, sporting and other projects. https://bluesparkfoundation.org.uk/ |
| Solidarity Fund – Applications ongoing Available to organisations in England dealing with the causes of inequality such as poverty, disadvantage and discrimination. Grants between £1 million and £5 million over 5 – 10 years https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/programmes/solidarity-fund |
| The Baily Thomas Charitable Fund – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK registered and exempt charities for the care and relief of children, young people and adults with learning disabilities. Grants up to £9,000 https://www.bailythomas.org.uk/ |
| The Burns Price Foundation – Applications can be made at any time Generally, a limited number of small grants are available to young people or groups of young people in the UK aged 11-18 to carry out community projects. https://burnspricefoundation.org.uk/ |
| BBC Children In Need: Core Costs And Project Grants – Applications can be made at any time. Available to a range of not-for-profit organisations in the UK, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man working with disadvantaged children and young people aged 18 and under. Grants are available to cover core operational and running costs as well as for time-limited projects. Grants of up to £120,000 over 3 years https://www.bbcchildreninneed.co.uk/grants/apply/core-costs/ |
| BBC Children In Need Emergency Essentials Awards – Applications can be made at any time Awards of equipment (not necessarily grants) are available to support individual children and young people across the UK who are living with severe poverty, a lack of basic facilities and additional pressures such as domestic violence, disability or poor health in the family. https://www.bbcchildreninneed.co.uk/grants/apply/emergency-essentials/ |
| The Barbara Ward Children’s Foundation – Applications can be made at any time Available for smaller non-religious charities which are working to improve the lives of severely disadvantaged children and young people, as well as mentally handicapped adults in the UK and overseas. Grants between £1,000 and £15,000 https://www.bwcf.org.uk/ |
| The Jordan Sinnott Foundation Trust – Applications can be made at any time Grants of up to £5,000 are available for UK clubs and projects which will enable disadvantaged children and young people aged 5-21 to participate in sport. https://www.js25.co.uk/ |
| JJ Charitable Trust – Literacy Small Grants Scheme – Applications can be made at any time. Available to charities and community groups that directly help children and young people develop literacy skills, with a focus on those with learning difficulties such as dyslexia. Grants between £5,000 and £20,000 https://sfct.powerappsportals.com/jjapplication/ |
| The Hargreaves Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available for UK charities and educational institutions which use sport and education to support children and young people aged 18 and under living with a mental health condition, disability, or who are growing up in poverty. Small and large grants available. https://www.thehargreavesfoundation.org/ |
| The Children Today Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to individuals and families across the UK to enable children and young people who are living with disability or sickness to achieve their potential, increase independence and improve quality of life through the provision of specialised equipment and other services. https://www.childrentoday.org.uk/ |
| The True Colours Trust Small Grants Programme – Applications can be made at any time. Available for smaller registered charities and Community Interest Companies based and working in the UK with disabled children aged 0 – 25 and their families. Grants of up to £10,000 are available. https://www.truecolourstrust.org.uk/uk-small-grants |
| The James Ahren Foundation – Applications may be made at any time. Available to young people or youth groups across the UK whose members may be experiencing disadvantage through disability, social or economic background, mental health or addiction issues, or just struggling to find a way in life. https://www.jamesahernfoundation.org/ |
| The Kelsey Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to registered charities, charitable groups and individuals in Cornwall, Devon, Surry, Sussex and Hampshire that are helping children and young adults aged 21 and under from deprived backgrounds and/or are mentally and/or physically disabled to enjoy a better quality of life. Small Grants available. http://thekelseytrust.org/ |
| BBC Children in Need – Applications Open Available to support project costs of registered charities and not-for-profit organisations (including special schools) working with disadvantaged children and young people ages 18 years of under living in the UK. The funding will support the delivery of a specific piece of work and could be spent on staff costs, trips and outings, volunteer expenses and/or moveable equipment. Grants of up to £40,000 per year for up to three years. https://www.bbcchildreninneed.co.uk/grants/apply/ |
| Kellogg’s Breakfast Club Grants (Grants for Schools) – Applications can be made at any time. Available to support school breakfast clubs in disadvantaged areas across the UK. https://www.kelloggs.co.uk/en_GB/our-story/feeding-people-in-need/support-for-school-breakfast-clubs/grants-for-schools.html |
| The Casey Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available for UK registered charities working in the UK and overseas for projects that support children up to the ages of 18. Increasingly, the trust’s focus in on start-ups or bold new initiatives that might not have happened without the trusts’ participation. Small grants available https://www.caseytrust.org/ |
| The Pixel Fund – Applications can be made at any time Available for UK based registered charities and Charitable Incorporated Organisations for projects that promote the mental health and wellbeing of children and young adults aged 25 and under. Grants of between £2,500 and £5,000 https://esmeefairbairn.org.uk/latest-news/youth-led-creativity-funding/ |
| The Stan Vidler Memorial Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time Available for registered charities working with children and young people disadvantaged by disability or economic circumstances and to help relieve financial hardship and poor health among older people. https://www.avtrinity.com/stan-vidler |
| The Yapp Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time in writing. Available to smaller registered charities in England and Wales with an annual income of less than £40,000. The trust prefers to support charities operating in the areas of education and/or social welfare. Grants of up to £3,000 https://yappcharitabletrust.org.uk/ |
| The Variety Club – Equipment Grants – Applications can be made at any time in writing. Available to UK not-for-profit organisations, including registered charities, statutory agencies, SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disability) schools, hospices and hospitals to purchase specialist equipment and medical technologies for children aged up to (and including) the age of 18 who are sick, disabled or disadvantaged and are resident in the UK. Grants under £5,000. https://www.variety.org.uk/ |
| The Heritage Crafts Association: Endangered Crafts Fund – Applications in by 16 October 2026 Available to individuals and voluntary and community organisations in the UK, especially craft practitioners for projects that support endangered crafts listed on the Red List of Endangered Crafts. Grants up to £2,500 https://heritagecrafts.org.uk/fan-newsletter/ |
| THE CHARLOTTE AITKEN TRUST – Applications in by 31 October 2026 A limited number of small-medium sized grants are available to UK registered charities and literary organisations that promote the creative arts for the public benefit, especially literature, whether fiction, non-fiction drama or poetry. The Trust opens to applications on Thursday 1 October 2026. https://www.charlotteaitkentrust.org.uk/ |
| THE CONCERTINA CHARITABLE TRUST – Applications in by 31 October 2026 Grants of up to £250 are available to small charitable organisations in England and Wales to fund activities that provide musical entertainment and related activities for elderly people in need. The Trust is particularly keen to support smaller organisations which might otherwise find it difficult to gain funding. https://www.concertinamusic.org.uk/Grants.php |
| THE PRS FOUNDATION: ALL GRANT PROGRAMMES – Application deadlines vary by grant programme Direct financial support is available to individual music creators across the UK for creating, performing and promoting new work. https://prsfoundation.com/ |
| Arts Council England: Project Grants – Applications can be made at any time Available to community and cultural organisations in England to support the arts, museums and libraries projects that engage people in England with the arts and culture. Individual artists may also apply. Grants between £1,000 and £100,000 https://www.artscouncil.org.uk/ProjectGrants |
| The Mouth and Foot Painting Artists Trust Fund – Applications can be made at any time Small grants are available for Disabled Children in the Arts, enabling physically disabled children to pursue their interests in the arts through financial assistance. https://www.mfpa.co.uk/ |
| The Concertina Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time Grants of up to £250 are available for small charitable organisations in England and Wales for activities that provide musical entertainment for elderly people in need. https://www.concertinamusic.org.uk/index.html |
| The Ashley Family Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available to registered charities in England and Wales for small scale arts and community projects, particularly in rural areas. Revenue grants generally for under £10,000. https://www.ashleyfamilyfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The Golsoncott Foundation – Letters to trustees a few weeks before meetings in Feb, May, Aug and Nov. Available to UK registered charities and voluntary groups for activities that promote, maintain, improve and advance the education of the public in the arts generally and in particular, the fine arts and music. Grants of between £250 and £3,000 https://www.golsoncott.org.uk/ |
| The Maria Bjornson Fund – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK charities and individuals working in the areas of performing, visual and creative arts. Small and large grants available https://www.mbmf.org.uk/ |
| THE ENGLAND AND WALES CRICKET BOARD COUNTY GRANTS SCHEME – Applications in by Wednesday 30 September 2026 Grants of between £1,000 and £15,000 are available for affiliated cricket clubs in England and Wales to improve facilities, enhance playing opportunities for women, girls and people with a disability, and address environmental issues such as installing fittings and equipment that save energy. https://www.ecb.co.uk/about/what-we-do/finance |
| THE ROWING FOUNDATION – Applications in by Monday 19 October 2026 Capital equipment grants of between £500 and £4,000 are available to UK organisations affiliated to British Rowing to purchase equipment and refurbish boats so that young people and people with a disability can participate in rowing. https://therowingfoundation.org.uk/equipment/ |
| SUNRISE MEDICAL LIMITED: THE SUNRISE MOMENTS COMMUNITY FUND – Applications in by 30 September 2026. Grants of up to £5,000 are available to UK charities, community groups, disability organisations and sports clubs for large and small projects that help wheelchair users and disabled people to enjoy greater independence, inclusion and opportunity. Families and individuals may also apply for a grant. https://www.sunrisemedical.co.uk/community-fund |
| THE DAN MASKELL TENNIS TRUST – Applications in by 26 October 2026 Grants of up to £1,600 for groups and £600 for individuals are available to enable disabled people in the UK to play tennis through the purchase of wheelchairs, tennis equipment and grants for coaching. https://www.danmaskelltennistrust.org.uk/apply-for-a-grant/ |
| Barclays Community Sport Fund – from April 2025 until December 2027 The Barclays Community Sport Fund, delivered in partnership with Sported, helps to reduce inequalities in sport – with a focus on football, tennis, and cricket. The fund supports community groups and grassroots sports organisations who are working within the most deprived areas of the UK and are making sport more accessible to women and girls, as well as engaging people from other underrepresented groups including people with disabilities, from racially diverse communities and from the LGBTQ+ community. Barclays Community Sport Fund | Barclays |
| THE CENTRAL SOCIAL AND RECREATIONAL TRUST – Applications can be made at any time. Grants up to £1,500 are available to sports clubs in England to improve the conditions of children and young people under the age of 21 who, due to poverty, would otherwise be unable to obtain facilities for recreational or other leisure time occupations. https://www.csrt.info/ |
| The Football Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Grants up to £25,000 are available to transforming the landscape of grassroots sports facilities across England. https://footballfoundation.org.uk/ |
| Boost Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time The Boost Charitable Trust aims to fund and support inspiring programmes that help to improve the lives of the disabled and disadvantaged through the power of sport. The trust awards small grants (up to £750) and large grants (over £750, and generally between £2,000 and £7,000) https://www.boostct.org/ |
| The Eric Twiname Trust – Applications can be made at any time A limited number of small grants are available to support the amateur sport of youth sailing, enabling students aged 25 and under at schools and universities in the UK to participate in the activities associated with sailing. https://erictwinametrust.org/ |
| The Boost Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time Grants are available to UK registered charities and not-for-profit organisations for sporting initiatives that assist the disabled, special needs, the disadvantaged and other sports men, women and children where their talents have been overlooked. https://www.boostct.org/ |
| The British Motor Sports Training Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to registered charities and voluntary organisations in the Uk, the Isle of Man and the Channel Islands for education and training. Particularly of volunteer officials, and to provide other grants to further improve safety in the sport of motor racing. Grants ranging from £1,000 to £20,000 https://britishmotorsporttrust.org/ |
| The Alpkit Foundation – Applications can be made at any time Grants of between £50 and £500 are available to UK charitable organisations, including Community Interest Companies, for projects that enable people to access and experience the outdoor environment. https://alpkit.com/pages/foundation |
| The Jordan Sinnott Foundation Trust – Applications can be made at any time Grants of up to £5,000 are available for UK clubs and projects which will enable disadvantaged children and young people aged 5-21 to participate in sport. https://www.js25.co.uk/ |
| The Hargreaves Foundation – Applications can be made at any time Available to give those under the age of 18, and living with a mental health condition, disability, or growing up in poverty, the opportunity to fulfil their potential whilst improving wellbeing, self-esteem and independence. There is no minimum or maximum limit that can be applied for. http://thehargreavesfoundation-org.mysmarterwebsite.co.uk/mission-and-objectives/ |
| The Movement Fund – Sport England – Applications open Available for projects that get more people active, reducing the number of inactive people and tackling inequalities. Particularly for people on low incomes, disabled people to those with long-term health conditions, older people, people from culturally diverse communities, pregnant women and parents with very young children, girls aged 5 – 16, LGBTQ+ people, people who are in foster care and/or people who provide care without pay. Grants up to £15,000 https://www.sportengland.org/funding-and-campaigns/our-funding/funding-guidance |
| The Lawn Tennis Association: Quick Access Loans – Expressions of interest can be submitted at any time. Available to Lawn Tennis Association affiliated organisations in Great Britain, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man to enable as many people as possible to have the opportunity to play and enjoy tennis by making facilities relevant, accessible and welcoming. Interest-free loans starting at £25,000 https://www.lta.org.uk/roles-and-venues/venues/tennis-padel-facility-funding-advice/quick-access-loan-scheme/ |
| The Grassroots Football Fund: No Nonsense Support for Grassroots Football – Applications can be made at any time. Available for Football Association affiliated football clubs in England operating at a grassroots, community level for projects and activities that improve the game of football and the lives of people who make grassroots football happen. https://www.teamgrassroots.co.uk/grassroots-fund-powered-by-utilita-energy-high-5-2/ |
| SEA-CHANGERS SMALL AND MAIN GRANTS PROGRAMME – Applications in by Wednesday 30 September 2026 Revenue grants of up to £2,500 are available for registered charities, community groups and schools for grassroots community projects that focus on marine conservation approaches and solutions. https://www.sea-changers.org.uk/ |
| THE WILDLIFE TRUSTS: GREEN COMMUNITY GRANTS PROGRAMME – Applications open on 30 September and close on 21 October 2026 One-year flexible grants of up to £25,000 are available to not-for-profit groups in England, Scotland and Wales with an annual income between £10,000 and £1 million for projects that contribute to nature recovery, respond to the climate emergency, improve nature-rich spaces and widen access to them. Green Community Grants Programme | The Wildlife Trusts |
| NATIONAL GARDEN SCHEME: COMMUNITY GARDEN GRANTS – Applications open on 29 September and close on 30 October 2026 Grants of between £1,500 and £5,000 are available to fully set up community groups, registered charities and Community Interest Companies for existing or proposed community garden projects that benefit local communities, support health and wellbeing, encourage sustainable gardening and biodiversity, and may include community orchards, food banks or social prescribing settings. Community Garden Grants – National Garden Scheme |
| THE TREE COUNCIL: TREES OUTSIDE WOODLAND FUND – Applications in by Saturday 31 October 2026 Grants of between £10,000 and £40,000 are available to local authorities and registered charities in England with an annual turnover of over £100,000 for projects that create or enhance green spaces outside of woodland areas. Early application is encouraged, as the fund may close sooner if all funding is allocated. https://treecouncil.org.uk/grants-and-guidance/our-grants/trees-outside-woodland-fund/ |
| THE INTERNATIONAL TREE FOUNDATION UK COMMUNITY TREE PLANTING PROGRAMME 2026/27 – Applications in by Friday 11 December 2026 Grants and resources are available to support grassroots community projects across the UK that engage local people in tree planting. https://www.internationaltreefoundation.org/uk-grants |
| THE FRANK PARKINSON AGRICULTURAL TRUST – Applications in by 21 December 2026, although the Trust prefers to receive applications by 30 November 2026 A limited number of small grants are available to registered charities, individuals and educational institutions in England, Scotland and Wales for projects that enhance the productivity of British agriculture in order to meet the challenges of a growing world population and increased competition for resources. https://afcp.org.uk/organisation/frank-parkinson-agricultural-trust/ |
| Grant Schemes for Electric vehicle Charging Infrastructure – Office for Zero Emission Vehicles – Applications in by March 2027 The government offers grants to support the installation of electric vehicle chargepoints via the Office of Zero Emission Vehicles (OZEV). This includes: Electric vehicle chargepoint grant for renters and flat owners; Electric Vehicle Chargepoint Grant for Households with On-Street Parking; Workplace charging scheme; Electric vehicle chargepoint and infrastructure grants for residential landlords; Workplace Charging Scheme for state-funded education institutions. https://www.gov.uk/guidance/electric-vehicle-chargepoint-grants |
| DEPARTMENT FOR ENVIRONMENT, FOOD & RURAL AFFAIRS: CAPITAL GRANTS 2026 – Applications currently open until funding is allocated Capital Grants are three-year agreements that help farmers, land managers and rural businesses in England invest in practical environmental improvements such as hedgerow planting, water storage, farmyard drainage, improved water and air quality, natural flood management, boundaries, trees, orchards, assessments and other infrastructure supporting long-term productivity and environmental outcomes. Capital Grants 2026 now open – Farming |
| *NEW* THE LINDER FOUNDATION: ENVIRONMENTAL AND YOUTH GRANTS – Applications can be made at any time Grants averaging £15,000 are available to UK registered charities and exempt charities working in the areas of the environment and support for young people. https://www.thelinderfoundation.org.uk/ |
| GREEN ALLOTMENTS: NEW ALLOTMENT SITE FUND – Applications may be made at any time Support is available for permanent residents in England aged 18 or over who want to create a new non-profit, community-managed allotment site. Green Allotments can fund the purchase of suitable allotment land up to £50,000 per acre, retaining ownership and offering the new allotment society a 30-year peppercorn lease with the intention to renew. This is not a cash grant, and applicants must be willing to help self-manage the new allotments on a voluntary basis. The New Allotment Site Fund – Green Allotments |
| TIPPING POINT UK: GRASSROOTS ACTION MICRO-FUND – Applications may be made at any time Micro-grants of between £50 and £250 are available to grassroots community groups across the UK to organise bigger, bolder and more regular actions together to win change for climate justice. https://tippingpointuk.org/grassroots-action-fund/ |
| The Bupa Foundation Green Community Grants 2026 Available to charities, voluntary organisations, local authorities, schools and social housing providers in the UK for wellbeing projects that improve green spaces for communities and local activities. Grants between £500 and £2,000 https://www.groundwork.org.uk/bupa-foundation-green-grants/ |
| The International Tree Foundation UK Community Tree Planting Programme 2025/2026 Grants and resources are available to support grassroots community projects across the UK that engage local people in tree planting. https://www.internationaltreefoundation.org/uk-grants |
| Climate Action Fund (Food Systems) – The National Lottery Community Fund – Open to Applications The Lottery want to fund projects that strengthen our food system and reduce food insecurity for people and communities. They want to support ways of producing enough healthy, affordable food without harming the planet. Available to projects that work towards systems change in the way that: Community organisations grow and produce food – using agroecological methods; Food gets distributed – aiming for equitable access to healthy, affordable food for all; Offers people and communities different food options – especially those experiencing poverty, disadvantage or discrimination. You can apply for a minimum of £2.5 million over 3 years. https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/funding-programmes/climate-action-fund-food-systems |
| Network Rail Community Tree Planting Fund – Applications open The Tree Council and Network Rail work in partnership to deliver a programme of community tree planting. Main Grants between £2,500 and £5,000 Large Grants between £5,000 and £10,000 Flagship Grants for projects over £10,000 and up to £15,000 https://treecouncil.org.uk/grants-and-guidance/our-grants/network-rail-community-tree-planting-fund/ |
| The Voice for Nature Foundation Limited – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities and Community Interest Companies working in the UK and/or overseas to promote positive environmental change towards global sustainability. Grants up to £5,000 https://voicefornaturefoundation.org/foundation/ |
| The Stobart Sustainability Fund – Applications can be made at any time Grants are available to registered charities and community groups, educational institutions and small businesses for projects that tackle climate change, reduce carbon emissions or that protect and enhance the environment. https://eddiestobart.com/the-stobart-sustainability-fund/ |
| NFU Mutual; Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Applications reviewed twice a year. Available for larger initiatives covering a wide range of projects, which could have a significant impact on the rural community. Most grants fall within the £1,000 to £50,000 range. https://www.nfumutual.co.uk/about-us/charitable-trust/ |
| Green Allotments: The New Allotment Site Funding – Applications can be made at any time. Funding is available for organisations and individuals that are passionate about establishing a new allotment site in their community. https://greenallotments.org.uk/ |
| The Ernest Kleinwort Charitable Small Medium and Large Grant Programmes – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or internationally in the area of Wildlife and Environmental Conservation. Small grants of up to £10,000 available at any time Medium grants of up to £20,000 open until 4 February Large grants of over £20,000 open until 4 March https://ekct.org.uk/ |
| Forestry England Woodland Partnership – Applications open all year round. The Forestry England Woodland Partnership offers long-term leases with guaranteed income for public and private landowners to create new woodlands. The partnership scheme supports government plans for woodland creation, nature recovery and progress towards net zero targets. Forestry England are looking for sites of at least 50 hectares suitable for woodland creation for leases of between 60 and 120 years, and landowners will receive a guaranteed annual rent throughout the lease period. Forestry England will design, plant and manage every woodland created, ensuring each is resilient to a changing climate, supports wildlife, and provides wider ecosystem services. Woodland creation | Forestry England |
| THE MCS Charitable Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities, statutory agencies, social enterprises and not-for-profit companies, for projects that aim to accelerate the adoption of renewable energy and low carbon technologies. Projects should have a UK-wide impact, either through having a national reach or through developing/demonstrating an innovative approach that could be replicated, adapted or scaled up. Grants of between £5,000 and £50,000 https://mcsfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme phase 3 – No set deadline. Public sector organisations in England are invited to bid for a cut of £230 million of government funding to support significant low-carbon energy upgrades to their buildings, ranging from heat pumps and solar panels, to new energy efficiency measures such as insulation and low-energy lighting. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/public-sector-decarbonisation-scheme-phase-3 |
| Department for Transport Bus Service Operators Grant – Deadline not specified. To qualify for the grant a bus service must be registered as a local bus service, a service run under the London local service permit, or exempt from the need to have such a licence. https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/bus-service-operators-grant-guidance-for-commercial-transport-operators/bus-service-operators-grant-guidance-for-commercial-transport-operators#:~:text=The%20Bus%20Service%20Operators%20Grant,helping%20operators%20keep%20fares%20down |
| The Gardening with Disabilities Trust Registered charities and individuals across the UK to enable people with a disability to take an active part in gardening and other leisure activities. Small Grants https://www.gardeningwithdisabilitiestrust.org.uk/services/giving-grants/ |
| THE PILGRIM TRUST: PRESERVATION AND CONSERVATION GRANTS – Applications in by 2 October 2026 Grants of between £1,000 and £30,000 are available to UK registered charities, recognised public bodies, Community Benefit Societies and Community Interest Companies limited by guarantee to support the preservation and repair of historic buildings, structures, architectural features, and the conservation of culturally and historically significant collections and objects. https://www.thepilgrimtrust.org.uk/preservation-and-conservation-grants/ |
| THE HERITAGE CRAFTS ASSOCIATION: ENDANGERED CRAFTS FUND – Applications in by 16 October 2026 at 5pm Grants of up to £2,500 are available to individuals and voluntary and community organisations in the UK, especially craft practitioners, for projects that support endangered crafts listed on the Red List of Endangered Crafts. https://heritagecrafts.org.uk/ecf/ |
| THE GARDENS TRUST COMMUNITY GRANTS – Applications in by 16 October 2026 Revenue and capital grants of up to £10,000 are available to voluntary and community groups and smaller registered charities for pump-priming projects that will support historic designed landscapes in the UK. https://thegardenstrust.org/what-we-do/gardens-trust-community-grant/ |
| THE WAR MEMORIALS TRUST – Applications in by 31 October 2026 Grants of up to £20,000 are available to not-for-profit organisations, including local authorities, for projects that protect and conserve war memorials in the UK, the Channel Islands and the Isle of Man. https://www.warmemorials.org/grants/ |
| THE FRIENDS OF THE NATIONS’ LIBRARIES – Applications in by 1 November 2026 Grants, generally for between £200 and £20,000, are available to regional, national and specialist libraries, archives and museums across the UK for the acquisition of books, manuscripts and archives that they could not otherwise afford. https://www.fnl.org.uk/pages/22-applying-for-grants |
| THE NATIONAL ARCHIVES: PROJECT GRANTS – Applications in by 16 November 2026 Grants of up to £30,000 are available for substantial collaborative projects between at least one GLAM or heritage organisation and one community group. Projects should be co-designed and community-led, supporting in-depth research, skills development and the creation of lasting resources that reflect diverse voices and experiences, with a focus on inclusion, sustainability and long-term impact. Project Grants – Portals |
| THE CASTLE STUDIES TRUST – Applications in by 1 December 2026 Grants of up to £15,000 are available to UK organisations, including local authorities, and individuals for research and other projects that enhance the understanding and knowledge of castles in the UK and abroad. https://castlestudiestrust.org/index.html |
| *NEW* THE COUNTRY HOUSES FOUNDATION – Applications can be made at any time Grants of between £1,000 and £250,000 are available to organisations and individuals in England and Wales to help preserve heritage buildings of architectural significance, particularly historic country houses, their gardens and grounds, and the works of art within them. https://countryhousesfoundation.org/ |
| The Heritage Revival Fund – Applications can be made at any time. Grants are available to help communities across England rescue and repurpose neglected historic buildings, focusing on regenerating historic buildings in town centre locations. https://ahfund.org.uk/ |
| The Association for Roman Archaeology Limited – Applications can be made at any time. Available to museums and UK charitable organisations working in the UK and/or overseas to promote the advancement of the education of the public in the history and archaeology of the Roman period. Individuals may also apply for a grant. https://www.associationromanarchaeology.org/index.htm |
| Grants for Heritage – Various opportunities and deadlines The National Lottery Heritage Fund provide different levels of funding to heritage of all shapes and sizes. Their grants range from £3,000 up to millions of pounds. Welcome | The National Lottery Heritage Fund |
| The Architectural Heritage Fund: Loan Programmes – Expressions of interest can be made at any time. Loans of up to £500,000 are available to UK not-for-profit organisations, including social enterprises, providing tailored investment that will secure a sustainable future for historic buildings across the UK. https://ahfund.org.uk/ |
| Historic House Foundation Grants – Applications can be made at any time Available to owners who demonstrate a sustainable and long-term commitment to the care, management and public access of the historic houses in their care. This is for the repair and conservation of rural historic buildings and structures in England and Wales, including their gardens, grounds and outbuildings. Grants between £1,000 and £250,000 https://www.historichousesfoundation.org.uk/grant-application |
| Project Viability Grants – The Architectural Heritage Fund – Applications can be made at any time Available to organisations talking a new project to establish whether it is feasible. Projects given priority could be the new use of a vacant building, reviving high streets, in deprived areas, supporting diverse communities, focused on environmental sustainability or contribute to regeneration schemes. Grants of up to £10,000 England | The Architectural Heritage Fund (ahfund.org.uk) |
| Historic England Repair Grants for Heritage at Risk – Applications can be made at any time Grants awarded towards the repair and conservation of listed buildings, scheduled monuments and registered parks and gardens. This includes project development actions which enable repair or improved future management. Amount not Specified https://historicengland.org.uk/services-skills/grants/our-grant-schemes/repair-grants/ |
| Building Improvement Grants – Benefact Trust – Various opportunities and deadlines Benefact Trust’s Building Improvement Grants programme is open to applications from churches, cathedrals, denominational bodies and Christian charities. It provides essential support to protect and enhance churches and Christian charity buildings, ensuring their continued use, viability, and the safeguarding of their heritage. New – Building Improvement Grants | Benefact Trust |
| GROUNDWORK: GRASSROOTS GRANTS – Applications in by 30 September 2026 Unrestricted grants of between £300 and £2,000 are available for small, local organisations in England that are making a positive difference in their communities. https://www.groundwork.org.uk/grassroots-grants/ |
| COMIC RELIEF COMMUNITY FUND FOR ENGLAND – Applications in by 30 September 2026 Grants of up to £5,000 are available to smaller, grassroots community organisations in England, including Community Interest Companies, with an annual income of less than £250,000, for projects and activities that address basic needs, encourage early childhood development, prevent violence against women and girls, and support refugees and asylum seekers. https://www.groundwork.org.uk/comic-relief/ |
| THE CPF TRUST – Applications in by 30 September 2026 Grants, generally for under £3,000, are available to UK registered charities working in the UK, and occasionally overseas, for general charitable purposes. Charities working in the fields of the arts, animal welfare, disadvantaged children and young people, education, disability, health, carers and older people have been funded previously. https://www.thecpftrust.org.uk/ |
| THE FAT BEEHIVE FOUNDATION – Applications in by Wednesday 30 September 2026 A limited number of grants of up to £2,500 are available to small UK registered charities that are hard to fund, such as those supporting prisoners, refugees, or disadvantaged youth. https://www.fatbeehivefoundation.org.uk/how-to-apply/ |
| THE MATRIX CAUSES FUND – Applications in by Wednesday 30 September 2026 A limited number of revenue grants of up to £4,500 per year for up to 3 years, up to £13,500 in total, are available to UK organisations that promote access to justice, particularly for people trying to get support to meet their basic personal needs, equality of opportunity and a sustainable environment in the UK and/or overseas. https://www.matrixlaw.co.uk/csr/matrix-causes-fund/ |
| GROUNDWORK: GRASSROOTS GRANTS – Applications in by Wednesday 30 September 2026 Unrestricted grants of between £300 and £2,000 are available for small, local organisations in England that are making a positive difference in their communities. https://www.groundwork.org.uk/grassroots-grants/ |
| THE BAGRI FOUNDATION – Applications in by 5 October 2026. Grants of between £5,000 and £150,000 (averaging £20,000) are available to UK not-for-profit organisations that promote the sharing of traditional or contemporary Asian culture. https://bagrifoundation.org/funding-opportunities |
| THE NFU MUTUAL CHARITABLE TRUST – Applications in by Friday 9 October 2026 One-off grants of up to £75,000 are available for larger UK charitable organisations and groups for projects that relieve poverty and assist with the education of young people in rural areas. https://www.nfumutual.co.uk/about-us/charitable-trust/ |
| THE REES JEFFREYS ROAD FUND PROJECT GRANTS – Applications in by Friday 9 October 2026 Grants of up to £30,000 are available to UK registered charities, researchers and academic institutions for projects that promote the advancement of road-related research and education, as well as roadside improvement projects. https://reesjeffreys.co.uk/ |
| THE A B CHARITABLE TRUST – Applications in by Friday 30 October 2026 Unrestricted grants, generally for between £10,000 and £30,000 over 1–3 years, are available to small to medium-sized UK registered charities and Community Interest Companies that are supporting people who are most marginalised and vulnerable in UK society. https://abcharitabletrust.org.uk/how-we-fund |
| THE SCREWFIX FOUNDATION (AUTUMN/WINTER 2026 GRANTS ROUND) – Applications in by Tuesday 10 November 2026 Capital grants of up to £5,000 are available to local and national charities and not-for-profit organisations, including Community Interest Companies (CICs), across the UK to fix, repair, maintain and improve properties and community facilities for people in need. https://www.screwfix.com/landingpage/screwfix-foundation |
| South West Water: Better Futures Fund – Applications in by 31 December 2026 Grants of varying sizes are available to schools, colleges, academies, registered charities and not-for-profit organisations, constituted groups or clubs, community Interest Companies and local community groups that are based in the South West Water’s Supply area. Grants are awarded to projects that are focused on Physical Activity, Education, Health and Wellbeing and Environmental Impact. https://app.actionfunder.org/fund/658/funded-projects |
| *NEW* BRITISH COUNCIL GRANTS AND OPPORTUNITIES – Deadlines Vary The British Council offers a wide range of funding opportunities and grants designed to foster international collaboration, cross-cultural exchange and research partnerships between the UK and countries worldwide. Funding streams are broadly divided into arts and culture, higher education and research, and specialised alumni networks. Individual grant programmes open and close at different times throughout the year. https://www.britishcouncil.org/ |
| *NEW* THE BARHAM CHARITABLE TRUST – Applications can be made at any time A discretionary grant-making charity that makes a limited number of awards each year to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas. Projects previously supported by the Trust include those that address environmental issues and improve wildlife habitats, as well as initiatives to benefit the Middle East. https://funding.ludlowtrust.com/ |
| *NEW* LORD BARNBY’S FOUNDATION: DISCRETIONARY DONATIONS – Applications can be made at any time Grants of between £500 and £12,000 (but generally averaging £2,000–£3,000) are available to UK registered charities for a diverse range of charitable causes. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/251016/charity-overview?_uk_gov_ccew_onereg_charitydetails_web_portlet_CharityDetailsPortlet_organisationNumber=251016 |
| *NEW* THE WORSHIPFUL COMPANY OF INFORMATION TECHNOLOGISTS (WCIT) CHARITY (ROUND 4, 2026) – Applications in by 3 November 2026 Grants, generally for up to £15,000, are available to UK registered charities for innovative projects that use Information Technology to strengthen communities. https://wcitcharity.org.uk/ |
| THE W L PRATT CHARITABLE TRUST – Applications can be made at any time. Small grants, generally between £500 and £5,000, are available to UK registered charities for activities that support social welfare and religious causes in the UK, with a preference for Yorkshire, and the relief of famine and food production in overseas countries. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/256907/charity-overview?_uk_gov_ccew_onereg_charitydetails_web_portlet_CharityDetailsPortlet_organisationNumber=256907 |
| THE YAPP CHARITABLE TRUST – Applications can be made at any time. Core funding and salary grants of up to £3,000 per year for up to 3 years are available to smaller registered charities in England and Wales with an annual income of less than £50,000 (previously £40,000). The Trust prefers to support charities operating in the areas of education and/or social welfare. https://yappcharitabletrust.org.uk/ |
| THE WARD BLENKINSOP TRUST – Applications can be made at any time. A limited number of small grants are available to registered charities and voluntary organisations working in the areas of education, training, health, arts, culture, heritage, science, as well as general charitable purposes. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/265449/charity-overview?_uk_gov_ccew_onereg_charitydetails_web_portlet_CharityDetailsPortlet_organisationNumber=265449 |
| THE ACCESS FOUNDATION – Applications may be made at any time Grants of between £20,000 and £50,000 are available to registered charities, Community Interest Companies and educational institutions in England, Scotland and Wales for projects that make computing facilities and learning available to disadvantaged and vulnerable people. https://theaccessgroupfoundation.com/news/applications-now-open-for-grants-to-bridge-the-digital-divide/ |
| THE VINEHILL TRUST – Applications may be made at any time One-off grants for between £10,000 and £100,000 are available to charitable, educational and ecclesiastical organisations across the UK with a focus on health, heritage and music. https://vinehilltrust.uk/ |
| THE FITTON TRUST – Applications may be made at any time Micro-grants, normally for between £200 and £350, are available to UK registered charities in the UK and/or overseas for a wide range of charitable causes. The Trust is a discretionary grant-maker and applications should be made in writing. https://www.bathnes.gov.uk/node/87661 |
| THE MACAULAY MOAT FOUNDATION – Applications can be made at any time. Grants of up to £5,000 are available to a range of organisations, including Community Interest Companies, in England and Wales working in the areas of church outreach and autism. Applying organisations must have an annual turnover of under £100,000. https://www.macaulaymoatfoundation.org/ |
| THE DE BRITO TRUST – Applications may be made at any time The Trust makes a limited number of small grants to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas for a wide range of charitable causes. https://debritotrust.org/ |
| The CPF Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities working in the UK for general charitable purposes. Charities working in the fields of the arts, animal welfare, disadvantaged children and young people, education, disability, health, carers, and older people have been funded previously. Grants up to £3,000 https://www.thecpftrust.org.uk/ |
| The Apax Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Small and larger grants are available to UK registered charities and social enterprises working in the areas of social enterprise, the relief of financial hardship and the advancement of education and employment in the UK and overseas. https://www.apax.com/create/responsibility/apax-foundation/ |
| The Generations Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. The Foundation makes a limited number of small to medium sixed grants to small UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas, particularly those that are providing support for disadvantaged children and their families, as well as the environment. https://www.generationsct.co.uk/ |
| The Stoneygate Trust – Applications can be made at any time. The Trust makes grants ranging from relatively small to quite substantial amounts to UK charitable institutions working in the fields of education, health and welfare and medical research. https://www.stoneygatetrust.org/ |
| The Cyril and Eve Jumbo Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Small revenue grants are available to UK registered charities working in the UK and or overseas for a wide range of charitable causes. Programmes promoting social gathering and community interaction, and the transfer of knowledge or empathy as mediums for change are preferred, as are adolescent programmes in England and self-sufficiency projects in the Developing World. https://cejct.com/ |
| The Tim Parry Johnathan Ball Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK charitable organisations, including Community Interest Companies, that are working to promote non-violence against young people and support victims of violent crime and terrorism. Grants up to £10,000 https://timparryjohnathanballfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The Sackler Trust – Applications can be made at any time. The Trust makes grants of varying sizes to UK registered charities and organisations registered for charitable purposes working in the areas of the arts, education, the environment, heritage, science and social welfare. Grants can be for one year or several years. https://www.sacklertrust.org/ |
| The Colin Trust – Applications can be made at any time. A limited number of grants, normally for £3,000 or less, are available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas to support children and young people, the arts, medical services, treatment and research, disaster relief and the Church of England. https://acf.org.uk/ |
| Anton Jurgens Charitable Trust – Applications considered in Spring and Autumn The Trust provides grants for registered charities that support people of all ages who are socially disadvantaged and/or have disabilities. The maximum grant is £10,000. Most grants are for between £3,000 and £5,000. https://ajct.org.uk/en |
| The Stanley Grundy Foundations Limited – Applications can be made at any time A limited number of grants, generally for between £2,000 and £5,000 are available to Uk registered charities that are working to advance education, relieve poverty, support children and for medical charities in the UK and or overseas. https://www.grundyfoundation.uk/ |
| Roger Stirk Harbour and Partners Charitable Foundation Limited – Applications can be made at any time. The foundation makes grants to UK registered charities to promote the advancement of education and learning, with a particular – but not exclusive – interest in disseminating knowledge and information about the art and science of architecture. https://rshp.com/ |
| The Educational and General Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time The Trust makes a limited number of small grants to UK registered charities with an annual income of between £50,000 and £2 million working in the areas of education, the environment and Developing Countries. https://educationalandgeneral.org/ |
| Aviva Community Fund – Applications can be made at any time Match funding is available to support forward-thinking causes that are helping to build stronger communities and align with Aviva’s funding areas: Financial Wellbeing or Climate Action. Match funding up to £50,000 https://www.avivacommunityfund.co.uk/about-us |
| The Linder Foundation – Applications can be made at any time Grants of varying amounts are available to UK registered charities and exempt charities working in the areas of the environment and support for young people. https://www.thelinderfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The Allan and Nesta Ferguson Charitable Settlement – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK registered charities and universities that are working to promote education, international friendship and understanding, and world peace and development in the UK and/or overseas. Small, medium and large grants of up to and over £50,000 https://www.fergusontrust.co.uk/ |
| The Foux Foundation CIO – Applications can be made at any time. A limited number of grants are available to UK registered charities working in the UK and or overseas in the areas of health, education, support for young people and the relief of poverty. https://www.fouxfoundation.org.uk/ |
| The Joss Stone Foundation – Applications can be made at any time A limited number of small grants are made to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas for a broad range of charitable purposes. https://jossstone.com/joss-stone-foundation/ |
| The Eloise and Katie Memorial Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Small grants are available to charitable organisations in England and Scotland for small-scale projects that make a real difference to the lives of young people and medical research. https://eloiseandkatie.com/ |
| The Hobson Charity Limited – Applications can be made at any time. Available to registered charities in England and Wales for a diverse range of charitable causes. Grant awards tend to be focused on cost-of-living issues. Grants up to £10,000 https://hobsoncharity.org.uk/ |
| The Archer Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to small UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas in the areas of the relief of suffering, the advancement of education and the advancement of religion. Grants up to £5,000 https://archertrust.org.uk/ |
| The W F Southall Trust – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK registered charities yoking in the areas of Quaker work and witness, peace and reconciliation, environmental action and sustainability, and social action. Grants between £1,000 and £5,000 https://southalltrust.org/ |
| The Material World Foundation Limited – Applications can be made at any time. Small and larger grants are available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas to the exploration of alternate and diverse forms of artistic expression, life views, and philosophies, as well as a way to support established charities and people with special needs. https://www.materialworldfoundation.com/ |
| The Bernard Sunley Charitable Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. Available to registered charities, CIOs, specialist schools, scout and guide groups and housing associations. Co-operatives and Community Benefit Societies registered with the FCA can also apply. Charities that are seeking funding for a capital project such as new build, major refurbishment or transport, can apply to the Foundation for a contribution towards the costs. The foundation supports projects in the areas of Community, Education, Health and Social Welfare. There are three levels of grants: Large – £25,000 and above; Medium – up to £20,000; and Small – £5,000 and under. https://www.devon.gov.uk/fundingnews/fund/bernard-sunley-charitable-foundation/ |
| The John Ellerman Foundation – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK registered charities that are carrying out work that has a significant geographic impact across more than one country, region or county in the areas of arts, the environment and social action. Grants of between £30,000 and £150,000 over several years. https://ellerman.org.uk/apply-for-funding/what-we-fund |
| The Vinehill Trust – Applications can be made at any time Available to charitable, educational and ecclesiastical organisations across the UK with a focus on health, heritage or music. Grants of between £10,000 and £100,000 https://vinehilltrust.uk/ |
| The Maria Bjornson Memorial Fund – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK registered charities and individuals working in the UK and/or overseas in the areas of medical and scientific research, people with a disability, health and wellbeing, carers, and – in particular – the performing, visual and creative arts. Grants between £1,000 and £30,000 https://www.mbmf.org.uk/ |
| The Morrisons Foundation – Applications can be made at any time Available for local, regional and national registered charities in England, Scotland and Wales that are tackling poverty and social deprivation, enhancing community spaces, facilities and services and improving health and wellbeing. Capital and project grants of up to £10,000 https://www.morrisonsfoundation.com/ |
| The Swire Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time Available for core costs, salaries and capital expenditure for UK registered charities that are directly addressing environmental causes, UK heritage and the challenges faced by the most marginalised and disadvantaged members of society. Grants for up to £50,000 https://www.swirecharitabletrust.org.uk/ |
| The Al Tajir Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK community organisations with a focus on developing a programme of grants and partnerships with other institutions to advance science, education, religious understanding, and research in Britain or any of the Arab or other Islamic states. https://altajirtrust.org.uk/ |
| Persimmon Homes Community Champions Grants – Applications can be made at any time Available to registered charities, voluntary organisations and sports clubs for a diverse range of local good causes in parts of England, Scotland and Wales where Persimmon Homes has a presence. One-off grants of either £1,000, £5,000 or £6,000 https://www.persimmonhomes.com/community-champions-2024 |
| The Grace Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK charities working in the UK and/or overseas in the areas of childcare, disability, disaster relief, education, essential medical research and non-government emergency services and medical relief, although in reality the Trust funds a much wider range of causes and is often considered a general purposes funder. Grants of up to £3,000 https://www.thegracetrust.org.uk/ |
| The DWF Foundation – applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities working at a local level in the areas of education, employability and employment, environment and sustainability, health, wellbeing and homelessness. One-off grants of up to £5,000 https://dwfgroup.com/en/about-us/dwf-foundation |
| The Gatsby Charitable Foundation – Applications can be made at any time. The foundation can award significant grants to UK charities working in the UK and/or overseas in its priority areas of Africa, the arts, neuroscience, plant science, public policy and science and engineering education. While it doesn’t normally make grant awards for unsolicited applications, it may be willing to consider a letter of introduction. https://www.gatsby.org.uk/ |
| The Sainsbury Family Charitable Trust – A range of different deadlines This is a group of 16 grant-making trusts established by individual members of the Sainsbury family. The trusts cover a wide range of needs. For a list of all the trusts, follow the link. https://www.sfct.org.uk/the-trusts/ |
| The Leonard Laity Stoate Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to small, charitable organisations in the South West of England to support innovative projects which support: medical causes and people with disabilities; disadvantaged people; youth and children; Methodism and other churches; community projects and environment. Grants of £100 – £2,000 http://www.stoate-charity.org.uk/index.htm |
| THE COSARAF CHARITABLE FOUNDATION HARDSHIP GRANTS – Applications can be made at any time Grants, generally of up to £500, are available to families and individuals across the United Kingdom that are facing financial hardship and who have exhausted all other options for financial support. Please note that applications must be made by an eligible third-party organisation on behalf of a family or individual. https://www.cosaraf.org/ |
| The Birthday House Trust – Applications can be made at any time in writing. Available to registered charities in England and Wales that are working in the UK and/or overseas in the areas of the relief of people in need, the arts, culture, heritage, science, the environment, religion, citizenship, community development, the Armed Forces and Emergency Services. Small grants available Charity overview, BIRTHDAY HOUSE TRUST – 248028, Register of Charities – The Charity Commission |
| The Belacqua Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time in writing. Small grants are available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas in the areas of the arts, the environment, humanitarian causes and the welfare of children. Charity overview, THE BELACQUA CHARITABLE TRUST – 1141874, Register of Charities – The Charity Commission |
| National Lottery Awards for All – Applications can be made at any time. Available to a wide range of not-for-profit organisations in England, including registered charities, Community Interest Companies and town and parish councils for projects that improve local communities inclusive of helping to alleviate the impact of the cost of living crisis. Grants between £300 and £20,000 Home | The National Lottery Community Fund (tnlcommunityfund.org.uk) |
| THE MARJORIE COOTE ANIMAL CHARITY TRUST – Applications in by 30 September 2026 Grants, generally for up to £5,000, are available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas to protect animal health and welfare. https://www.neillcharities.com/mcac |
| THE JEAN SAINSBURY ANIMAL WELFARE TRUST – Applications in by 1 December 2026 Grants, usually for between £2,000 and £10,000, are available for UK animal welfare charities for projects or activities in the UK and overseas that benefit and protect animals, relieve the suffering of animals, address the conservation of wildlife and/or encourage a greater understanding of animals. https://www.jeansainsburyanimalwelfare.org.uk/ |
| THE HENRY STARNES CHARITABLE SETTLEMENT – Applications can be made at any time The charity awards small grants, generally for £1,000, to UK registered charities working in the area of animal health and welfare in the UK. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/4045523/charity-overview?_uk_gov_ccew_onereg_charitydetails_web_portlet_CharityDetailsPortlet_organisationNumber=4045523 |
| THE SERTH AND GATES CHARITY – Applications can be made at any time The Charity makes a limited number of grants to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas in the areas of veterinary research, veterinary education and to charities currently working in the veterinary/animal fields. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/4040203/charity-overview?_uk_gov_ccew_onereg_charitydetails_web_portlet_CharityDetailsPortlet_organisationNumber=4040203 |
| The Shirley Pugh Foundation for the Welfare of Animals – Applications can be made at any time. Small grants are available for UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas to prevent or relieve the suffering of animals and for the purpose of protecting the environment animals live in. https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/3992431/charity-overview?_uk_gov_ccew_onereg_charitydetails_web_portlet_CharityDetailsPortlet_organisationNumber=3992431 |
| The Whitely Animal Protection Trust – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas concerned with the prevention of cruelty of animals and the promotion of the welfare of animals. A limited number of grants for up to £10,000 https://whitleyaward.org/ |
| The Universities Federation for Animal Welfare (UFAW) – Applications can be made at any time. Research, small grants, travel awards, student scholarships and mentoring is available to individuals and organisations working in the UK and/or overseas to promote through research high standards of welfare for farm, companion, laboratory and captive wild animals, and for those animals with which we interact in the wild. https://www.ufaw.org.uk/ |
| The Marchig Animal Welfare Trust – Applications can be made at any time by an application form. Available to UK registered charities and overseas non-governmental organisations across the world working to protect animals, prevent animal cruelty and relieve animal suffering. The Marchig Animal Welfare Trust – Welcome (marchigtrust.org) |
| HISTORIC ENGLAND: PLACES OF WORSHIP RENEWAL FUND – Expressions of interest in by 2 October 2026 Grants of between £10,000 and £1 million are available for urgent repairs and essential improvements to listed places of worship in England, of any faith or denomination, provided they are active places of worship. Funding supports capital works that keep buildings safe, open and in public use, with priority given to projects in areas with greatest need for investment and those bringing strong community benefit. Places of Worship Renewal Fund | Historic England |
| THE CONGREGATIONAL AND GENERAL CHARITABLE TRUST – Applications in by Tuesday 27 October 2026 Capital grants from £1,000 to £25,000 are available for community initiatives that support the United Reformed Church and other churches in the Protestant tradition in the United Kingdom. Previously, the Trust has funded Food Banks, Breakfast Clubs and Youth Groups. https://www.candgtrust.org.uk/ |
| THE NATIONAL CHURCHES TRUST: LARGE AND MEDIUM GRANT PROGRAMMES – Large Grant applications in by 3 November 2026. Large Grants of up to £50,000 and Medium Grants of up to £10,000 are available for UK listed and unlisted places of worship of any denomination for projects that support interventions to investigate or address small structural problems before they turn into larger, more expensive repairs. https://www.nationalchurchestrust.org/ |
| *NEW* THE CHILDS CHARITABLE TRUST – Applications in by 31 January 2027. Large and small grants are available for UK-based Christian charities working to share and promote the Christian faith in the UK and/or overseas. https://esender.cosmic.org.uk/t/r-l-tuhjjtyd-udkkkdldkr-yk/ |
| The Henry Smith Foundation: Christian Grants Programme – Applications can be made at any time. Revenue grants up to £10,000 per year for up to 3 years are available fo UK-based initiatives that promote the wellbeing of Anglican Clergy. https://henrysmith.foundation/ |
| The Ogle Christian Trust – Applications can be made at any time Available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas to advance the Christian Faith and for the relief of famine and poverty. Grants up to £10,000 https://register-of-charities.charitycommission.gov.uk/en/charity-search/-/charity-details/3078029/charity-overview?_uk_gov_ccew_onereg_charitydetails_web_portlet_CharityDetailsPortlet_organisationNumber=3078029 |
| The Beatrice Laing Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Capital grants, typically for between £2,000 and £10,000 are available to UK registered charities working in the UK or overseas that are working to advance the Christian faith and relieve poverty in its broadest sense. https://www.laingfamilytrusts.org.uk/about-us/beatrice-laing-trust/ |
| The Grant Bradley Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time Grants are available to UK registered charities working in the UK and/or overseas for the relief of poverty and sickness and the advancement of the Roman Catholic Faith. https://www.grantbradleytrust.org.uk/ |
| The John James Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time Available to registered charities for projects that advance the Christian Faith among children and young people. https://www.johnjamestrust.org/ |
| The Deo Gloria Trust – Applications can be made at any time One-off grants usually for between £1,000 and £10,000 are available to UK organisations and initiatives in the UK and/or overseas for Christian outreach projects. https://www.deogloria.org.uk/ |
| Church of England: Boiler Replacement Hardship Fund – Applications can be made at any time. As part of the Church of England’s Net Zero by 2030 programme, grants up to £45,000 are available to churches and church halls to cover the difference in cost between a low-carbon heating system and an oil or gas heating system. https://www.devon.gov.uk/fundingnews/fund/church-of-england-boiler-replacement-hardship-fund/ |
| The Laing Family Trusts – A group of 4 grant-making trusts – Applications can be made at any time. Available to UK registered charities and churches with exempt status for the promotion of the Christian Faith and its values, caring for those in need, and enabling young people to realise their potential. Capital and some revenue grants up to £25,000. https://www.laingfamilytrusts.org.uk/ |
| The John James Charitable Trust – Applications can be made at any time. Available to registered charities for projects that advance the Christian faith among children and young people. Grants are also available to individuals training in the ministry. Grants of up to £2,000 https://www.johnjamestrust.org/ |
| The Bishop Radford Trust – Applications can be made in the months of April and November Available to UK Registered Charities whose work supports Christian ministry and benefits their local community in the UK or who are working internationally on larger projects that support the Christian Ministry. Grants up to £2,000 https://bishopradfordtrust.org.uk/ |