New Funding Opportunities
Grants Available to Support the Armed Forces Community (UK)
Registered charities and not-for-profit organisations directly supporting the armed forces community can apply for grants to assist serving and former armed forces personnel, operationally qualified seafarers, and their immediate families.
The funding is being made available through the Veterans’ Foundation and is designed to fund projects addressing various aspects of social care, including homelessness, employability, financial disadvantage, disability, welfare issues, mental health, and support during old age.
The Foundation offers several funding streams:
Small Grants: Ranging from £500 to £5,000, these are intended for grassroots groups delivering impactful community-based activities. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, with organisations permitted to submit one application per quarter. The next closing date for applications is 31 December 2025.
Standard Grants: Amounts between £5,001 and £30,000 are available. The next application deadline is 12 January 2026.
Salary Grants: Offering up to £25,000 per year for up to three years (maximum £75,000), these grants share the same application deadlines as the Standard Grants. The next application deadline is 12 January 2026
Major Grants: Providing between £100,000 and £200,000 over one to three years, the Expression of Interest submission for 2025 is currently closed.
Priority is given to organisations demonstrating direct involvement in providing support to those in need, particularly those with low to medium incomes.
To apply, organisations should complete the relevant eligibility checker available on the Veterans’ Foundation website. Detailed guidance for each funding programme is also available online. (link below).
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https://www.veteransfoundation.org.uk/apply-for-a-grant/
Grants Available for Projects Benefiting Disadvantaged People (UK)
The Clothworkers’ Foundation offers grants to UK registered charities, community interest companies (CICs), special schools, and other not-for-profit organisations that support disadvantaged or marginalised people. These grants help organisations pay for capital costs such as buildings, equipment, and infrastructure they need to deliver vital services. Funding can be used for a range of purposes, including buying, constructing, renovating, or refurbishing community spaces and facilities. It can also cover fittings, fixtures, and equipment such as office furniture, IT and digital equipment, sports or gym equipment, garden tools, or specialist therapeutic equipment (though not medical equipment).
Grants can support one-off digital projects too, such as digitising services, developing or updating websites and apps, or adding digital tools to existing services.
Funding may also be available for vehicles, such as a minibus, car, people-carrier, caravan, or 4x4, although brand new vehicles are unlikely to be funded.
To be eligible, organisations must show that their work supports one or more of the following groups:
communities facing racial inequality,
people with disabilities (including mental health or visual impairments),
survivors of domestic or sexual abuse,
people experiencing economic hardship,
those who are homeless,
LGBT+ communities,
older people facing disadvantage,
people leaving prison or in rehabilitation,
those affected by substance misuse or addiction,
or disadvantaged young people.
At least 50% of the people benefiting from the project must belong to one or more of these groups.
The amount of funding an organisation can apply for depends on its size and the scale of the project. Organisations with an annual income of under £2 million can apply for grants of up to £15,000. Those with an annual income of under £10 million can applyfor grants over £15,000. The final amount awarded will depend on the size of the organisation and the cost and scope of the capital project.
Applications can be submitted at any time.
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Grants to Improve Housing for Disadvantaged People (UK)
The Skipton Building Society Charitable Foundation has announced that it is currently accepting applications for grants of up to £10,000 for UK registered charities that are helping people experiencing hardship or from underserved groups to access housing or improve financial wellbeing.
Key areas of support include helping people experiencing hardship and/or underserved groups to:
Access a Place to Call Home:
o Assisting people in need to find safe and secure permanent or temporary accommodation.
o Supporting individuals in crisis situations, such as homelessness or health emergencies.
o Funding community spaces that provide help and wellbeing support.
Financial Wellbeing:
o Providing guidance on money management and improving financial literacy.
o Supporting charities that offer financial education programmes.
o Enhancing digital competence related to financial management.
Priority is given to charities working in areas ranked within the top 50% of the UK Index of Multiple Deprivation1.
Eligible organisations must be registered charities established for at least three years with three or more trustees. The funding can cover core costs including salaries, rent, utilities and training, or project expenses such as equipment, materials, venue hire and small capital contributions.
The closing date for applications is 5pm on 31 October 2025.
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https://www.skiptoncharitablefoundation.co.uk/
Funding for Community Environmental Projects (UK)
The Naturesave Trust, a charity funded by premiums from Naturesave Insurance, has announced its latest funding round for environmental projects in the UK. The Trust offers grants of up to £5,000 for small projects run by charities, social enterprises, and grassroots community organisations.
For this funding window, the Trust is looking to support organisations who are working to connect communities to nature to improve people's physical and mental wellbeing as well as create positive action for climate change.
Activities supported through the Trust could include:
arts and cultural activities
community gardening
green gyms
eco anxiety and mental health
training a community with green skills
conservation volunteering
urban nature programmes
social prescribing
access to nature
community wildlife surveys
nature mindfulness
The aim is to improve the Applications for the current funding round are open until 12pm on 27 November 2025.
It is important to note that the Trust does not provide grants to schools or government-funded organisations, and all projects must be based within the UK.
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Funding Available to Involve More People in Tackling Climate Change (UK)
The National Lottery Community Fund (NLCF) has announced that the Climate Action Fund – Our Shared Future is open for applications. This fund is part of a broader, ten-year £100 million commitment to supporting climate-related activities at the community level and aims to support projects that integrate climate action into everyday community life, particularly targeting groups and individuals who have not previously engaged with environmental issues.
Acentral aim of the initiative is to increase participation among communities that have historically faced barriers to involvement, including those experiencing poverty, discrimination, or other forms of disadvantage.
Grants available through the programme range from £500,000 to £1.5 million for most projects, with the possibility of up to £3 million for exceptional initiatives running over a period of up to seven years.
The fund anticipates supporting up to 25 projects, prioritising formal partnerships between community, voluntary, and public sector organisations.
Organisations eligible to apply include:
Voluntary and community organisations
Registered charities
Charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs or SCIOs)
Schools, colleges, and universities (provided the project benefits and involves the wider local community)
Statutory bodies (including local authorities, town, parish, or community councils)
Other not-for-profit organisations
Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis until at least 17 December 2025
Prospective applicants are encouraged to consult with the NLCF prior to submission to ensure alignment with programme objectives.
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https://www.tnlcommunityfund.org.uk/funding/programmes/climate-action-fund-our-shared-future
Grants of Up to £9,000 Available for Education and Heritage Projects (UK)
The King Charles III Charitable Fund has reopened its Small Grants Programme, which offers grants of up to £3,000 per year for up to three years. The funding supports small UK non-profit organisations working in areas such as the environment, countryside, education, heritage, health, and social inclusion.
To be eligible, organisations must:
Be a non-profit based in the UK with an annual income between £25,000 and £500,000.
Have been operating for at least two years.
Hold less than six months of unrestricted reserves.
Submit a project with a total cost of under £50,000.
Applications can only be made two years after the outcome of any previous application. The programme runs three funding rounds per year, each focusing on two of the fund’s six themes. The current round focuses on Education and Heritage & Conservation.
Competition is strong: in the last round, over 1,400 applications were submitted, but only about 100 grants were awarded. Successful applications usually show clear community benefit, strong outcomes, and a clear financial need.
The deadline for applications is 12 noon on 31 October 2025.
Applicants will need to complete an eligibility quiz to confirm their eligibility and get an application link.
Examples of previous projects supported include:
Literacy Pirates – Virtual Young Pirates:
A small grant enabled Literacy Pirates to expand its online literacy programme for children aged 9–12 at risk of falling behind. The creative “pirate ship” learning environment supports reading and writing skills.
Khayaal Theatre Company – Theatre-without-Walls:
Funding supported Khayaal Theatre Company’s touring performances and drama workshops, which use Muslim and multi-faith storytelling to foster empathy and shared values. The small grant allowed outreach to underserved communities, delivering inter-generational sessions that built understanding, resilience, and cultural connection.
Blanchland Abbey – Stained Glass Conservation:
Asmall grant supported the conservation of rare 15th-centurystained-glass panels at BlanchlandAbbey in Northumberland. The project stabilised and restored the historic windows, with plans to relocate them for safer public display.
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https://www.kccf.org.uk/small-grants/
War Memorials Grant Scheme (UK)
The War Memorials Trust provides grants for repairing and conserving free-standing war memorials in England.
These grants are intended to help those who are responsible for the upkeep of war memorials. The grants support the care and preservation of war memorials to a high standard, and to prevent the decay of this important part of our built heritage. Grants will normally be for between 25% and a maximum of 75% of eligible costs. The maximum grant is £5,000 for non-freestanding war memorials while freestanding, non-beneficiary war memorials may be considered up to a maximum grant of £20,000.
The fund is open to anyone to apply; individuals or organisations, including councils.
The next closing date for applications is the 31 October 2025.
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Schools Invited to Apply for Grants to Boost Outdoor Learning and Wellbeing (UK)
State-funded Primary, Infant or Junior Schools in the UK that have a current lack of qualitygreen outdoor spaces can now apply for one of 10 grants to transform outdoor spaces into thriving, nature-rich areas that support children’s mental health and wellbeing.
The Happy by Nature Fund, launched by outdoor learning charity Learning through Landscapes (LtL) in partnership with WWF, aims to help schools create greener environments that encourage pupils to connect with nature and spend more time outdoors. The initiative provides funding and support for projects such as wildlife habitats, sensory gardens, and spaces designed for outdoor play and learning.
Eligible primary schools can apply for grants of up to £10,000, and successful applicants will also receive expert advice and training from LtL to ensure their projects deliver long-term benefits.
Applications are open now, and schools are encouraged to submit proposals that show how their projects will engage pupils with the natural world and support health and happiness.
The closing date for applications is 9 November 2025.
For further information on applying to the Happy By Nature Fund, please email us at happybynature@ltl.org.uk
Additionally, schools can obtain Free nature and play toolkits that are full of ideas and guidance to help improve outdoor spaces for nature, play, and learning.
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https://www.wwf.org.uk/get-involved/schools/happy-by-nature/outdoor-inspiration#hbn-fund
Funding to Support Arts and Music Projects (UK)
The Fidelio Trust is offering grants of up to £5,000 to talented early-career individuals and groups working in the arts, particularly music, including:
Opera
Lieder
Composition
Dance.
The Trustees aim to help talented individuals and groups that would not be able to carry out a project or activity without financial support, particularly those at an early stage in their careers. Such individuals and groups must be recommended by an appropriate institution, college, Arts Festival, or similar organisation.
Funding is available towards:
Special tuition or coaching costs
To participate in external competitions
To be supported for a specially arranged performance
To receive support for a musical composition
The closing date for applications is midday on the 16th January 2026.
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http://www.fideliocharitabletrust.org.uk/index.php
Grants of up to £20,000 Available to Help UK Museums Care for their Collections (UK)
The Association of Independent Museums (AIM) has announced a new grant programme called "Museum Fundamentals" for 2025. This funding opportunity will provide grants for core museum activities, including collections care and conservation projects. Grants of up to £20,000 available.
This grants programme is made possible through support from the Julia Rausing Foundation, alongside existing funding from the Pilgrim Trust.
Small to medium-sized museums with an annual footfall of 50,000 visitors or less are eligible to apply. The grant aims to support AIM members in carrying out essential museum functions such as researching, interpreting, and displaying their collections. This funding will help museums better understand their collections and enhance their ability to connect with visitors through storytelling and object preservation.
The closing date for submitting an Expression of Interest form for the spring round is 6 February 2026.
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£288 Million Government Fund for Green Heating Projects (England)
Public, private, and third-sector organisations in England can now apply for capital funding to assist new and existing heat networks in transitioning to low and zero-carbon technologies.
This funding, provided through the Government's £288 million Green Heat Network Fund (GHNF), aims to support the deployment of low-carbon technologies such as heat pumps, solar energy, and geothermal energy. The goal is to enable heat networks to supply clean heating to homes, offices, commercial establishments, and public buildings.
The GHNF is a capital grant fund that supports:
The commercialisation and construction of new low and zero-carbon (LZC) heat networks, including the provision of cooling.
The retrofitting and expansion of existing heat networks.
Its objective is to develop and expand the heat network market, addressing challenges associated with decarbonising the UK's heating sector.
Grant amounts for individual projects will vary, with an upper limit of £1 million for commercialisation support.
Round 10 is currently open for applications and is scheduled to close on 7 November 2025.
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https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/green-heat-network-fund-ghnf
Funding for Projects that Support the Education and Development of Children and Young People (England)
Schools, colleges, and community groups in England can apply for grants to BlueSpark Foundation to support the education and development of children and young people through educational, cultural, sporting, and other projects. BlueSpark is particularly keen to support projects that will help enhance the self-confidence, teamwork skills, and future employability of children and young people. In most cases, grants will be made on a relatively small scale.
The Foundation makes grants of up to £5,000. However, the majority of grants awarded are below £2,000.
The funding available can be for physical assets (such as iPads, sports equipment, or lighting for stage productions), services or facilities (such as sports coaching or music or drama tuition), or simply for the provision of experiences (such as theatre visits). These examples are intended to be illustrative and not restrictive as to the funding that BlueSpark may provide to support projects.
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis at approximately 8-week intervals.
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Grants to Provide Warm Spaces for Vulnerable People (England)
Funding is available for churches in deprived areas of England that are running warm spaces the winter of 2024/25
The Maurice & Hilda Laing Charitable Trust (MHLCT) is offering up to 25 grants of £1,000 each to churches running ‘Warm Spaces’ in church buildings, parish halls, or other church-run buildings.
‘Warm spaces’provide regular, welcoming places where vulnerable people can come together and stay warm in a friendly, non-judgemental environment open to everyone.
To be eligible for the MHLCT Warm Spaces Fund, churches must be registered as a Warm Space with the Warm Welcome Campaign and be operating in one of the top 20% of deprived areas in England. Priority will be given to applicants who did not receive a grant for the 2024/25 season.
Applications will close at 12 noon on 31 October 2025.
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Loan Programme to Help Charities with Rising Energy Costs (England)
Charities and social enterprises in England which are struggling with rising energy costs can apply for unsecured loans of between £20,000 and £200,000 to install energy efficiency and renewable energy measures.
The lending programme will enable organisations to save money on energy by installing a variety of measures such as:
Insulation
Buying and installing renewable energy equipment
Heat exchangers and heat pumps
LED light installations
Replacing old gas fired boiler systems with new efficient ones
Property improvements, such as extra single glazing on existing windows, double glazing improvements, systematic draught improvements
Energy efficiency survey and technical assistance costs
The funding is being made available by Big Issue Invest through their Big Energy Saving Loans.
Organisations should register their interest in the first instance.
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Grants to Support Outdoor Learning (England - Various Regions)
State Funded Schools in selected parts of the UK are being invited to apply for the Ernest Cook Trust’s Outdoor Essentials Grant. The grant supports projects that connect children and young people with nature, improve their wellbeing, and remove barriers to outdoor learning.
This round of funding is available only to schools located within specific postcode areas. Eligible postcodes are:
Cumbria/Lancashire: BB, CA, FY, LA, PR
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire/Avon: GL, SN, BS, BA20, BA21, BA22
Leicestershire: LE
The Outdoor Essentials Grant is open to schools working with children aged four to 18. It provides targeted support across four main categories:
Nature & Nurture – School Grounds Improvements: Funding is available to enhance “nature on the doorstep” by transforming school grounds or community spaces. Projects may include creating wildflower meadows, raised beds, allotments, ponds, woodland areas, sensory gardens, or purchasing outdoor learning resources such as bug hotels and bird boxes. (Infrastructure such as playground equipment or storage sheds is not eligible.)
Transport & Travel – Access to Outdoor Learning: Grants can help cover travel costs to outdoor venues including forest schools, woodlands, national parks, farms, beaches, and countryside parks. Trips must focus on nature connection and environmental learning.
Wellies & Waterproofs – Outdoor Clothing: Funding is available to provide weather-appropriate clothing and equipment, ensuring all pupils can participate in outdoor activities regardless of financial barriers.
Teacher Training – Outdoor Learning Skills: Support is offered for staff training to strengthen the skills and confidence needed to deliver impactful outdoor education.
Grant awards are set at £500 for primary schools, £500 for special schools, and £1,000 for secondary schools.
There is currentlyno closing date given, however, applications should be submitted as soon as possible, as funding rounds may close once sufficient applications have been received.
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Government Opens New Fund to Support Community Cohesion (England)
Voluntary, community, and social enterprise (VCSE) organisations in England can now apply for a new £1.7 million government fund designed to help strengthen local communities and build long-term resilience.
Through the Common Ground Resilience Fund, organisations can apply for grants of up to £10,000 to improve their buildings, facilities, or equipment. In special cases, larger grants may be available.
The fund is designed to:
Support and reward projects that bring people from different backgrounds together and build strong community connections.
Invest in buildings, spaces, and equipment that make these activities possible.
Create a network of organisations to share knowledge, ideas, and good practice and to work more closely with government.
Funding can be used for a range of purposes, including:
New building projects, renovations, or expansions of spaces that help connect people.
Essential equipment, such as laptops, furniture, or other items that support community activities.
Organisations that receive funding will also become part of a national network of community groups. This network will provide opportunities to collaborate, exchange ideas, and learn from others, helping to build stronger, more resilient communities over the long term.
Applications must include:
The amount of funding you are requesting.
A plan showing how the money will be spent by 31 March 2026.
The deadline to apply is 21 November 2025.
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Arts Council Opens Applications for National Lottery Project Grants (England)
Artists, cultural organisations, and community groups across England are being invited to apply for new funding through Arts Council England’s National Lottery Project Grants programme.
The open-access scheme offers financial support for creative and cultural projects, with grants ranging from £1,000 to more than £100,000 available to support work lasting up to three years.
The programme aims to boost arts, museum, and library activities, with funding available for everything from producing new creative work to organisational development, research, partnerships, and sector support. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, meaning there is no fixed deadline, and decisions are usually made within six weeks for smaller grants and 12 weeks for larger awards.
Both individuals and organisations are eligible to apply, provided their projects demonstrate artistic quality, public engagement, sound financial planning, and strong management. The fund is designed to widen access to arts and culture while supporting innovation and sustainability across England’s creative sectors.
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Funding Available to Preserve Historic Buildings (England)
The Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF) has announced that its Heritage Revival Fund, a grants programme aimed at revitalising neglected historic buildings in town centres across England, is now open for applications.
Funded by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport and Historic England, this initiative is part of the government's £270 million investment in arts and culture. The programme seeks to empower community organisations to take ownership of local heritage assets, transforming them into thriving spaces that meet community needs.
The Heritage Revival Fund offers three types of grants:
Project Viability Grants: Up to £15,000 for early-stage work to assess the condition and potential uses of historic buildings. The deadline for submitting applications is 19 January 2026
Project Development Grants: Up to £100,000 to support the development and coordination of projects, taking them towards the start of on-site work The deadline for submitting applications is 19 January 2026.
Capital Grants: Up to £350,000 for the physical restoration and adaptation of historic buildings. The Capital Grants programme is currently closed to new applications.
This funding addresses the need to preserve historic buildings that are at risk of neglect or decay. By supporting community-led initiatives, the programme aims to breathe new life into these structures, ensuring they continue to serve as valuable assets for local communities.
Eligible applicants include charities, parish councils, not-for-profit organisations, and social enterprises, etc. Priority will be given to projects located in town centres across England.
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Funding Available to Increase Opportunities for Young People in Disadvantaged Areas to Play Sport (Greater Manchester, Greater London Oxfordshire and West Midlands)
Local community groups, sports clubs, and charities in Greater Manchester, Oxfordshire, Greater London, and the West Midlands can now apply for grants of up to £5,000 from the Angus Irvine Playing Fields Fund (AIPFF). Larger grants may be possible in some circumstances.
Schools with facilities open to the community are also eligible to apply.
The fund is provided by Access Sport, a charity that works to increase opportunities for young people in disadvantaged areas to participate in sports. The fund is named afterAngus Irvine, a former chairman of Access Sport who was passionate about providing young people with access to quality sporting facilities.
TheAIPFF is available to organisations based in or serving a borough or ward within the top 20% of the Indices of Multiple Deprivation. Grants can be used for a variety of projects that aim to increase opportunities for young people to play sport, such as:
The development and improvement of playing fields and other facilities
The development and training of volunteers, including the provision of qualifications
The purchase of specialist disability equipment
The development of long-term sustainability, for example, marketing and finance expertise
The organising, coaching and other key operational costs of running sports activities
Projects should be focused on including young people (up to the age of 25) who would otherwise be excluded from sport such as:
Disadvantaged young people
Women and girls
Disabled children and young people
Young people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities
The AIPFF will not fund 100% of facility builds or renovation projects (capital costs). Clubs requesting funds towards such projects will need to show that some other funding has been secured or be willing to work with the Access Sport team to secure third-party contributions.
Priority will be given to organisations/groups that are already supported by Access Sport and based in or serving a borough or ward within the top 20% Indices of Multiple Deprivation.
Applications that meet the criteria will be considered in January, April, July and October.
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£1 Million Fund to Support Disadvantaged Young People (London)
Global communications and technology company TELUS is making £1 million in funding available over the next two years to support grassroots projects across Greater London.
The TELUS Greater London Community Board, delivered in partnership with the London Community Foundation, provides grants of up to £20,000 to support local not-for-profit organisations delivering health and education programmes aimed at helping young people (up to age 29) overcome barriers and reach their full potential.
The Community Board has made initial awards to 18 organisations, including the Lady Garden Foundation which works on raising gynecological cancer awareness and education among young women; Enter Tech Opportunities CIC, which specialises in providing neurodivergent females and nonbinary young people with tech training, soft skills, and mentorship for employability; and Orange Bow which supports young men with digital resources to address mental health and promote social connections.
Priority is given to programmes that best demonstrate the use of technology to increase their effectiveness.
Organisations may apply annually for up to three consecutive years. Applications can be submitted at any time, and organisations should allow up to twelve weeks for a response.
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Trust for London Refocuses Grants to Tackle Poverty at Its Roots (London)
Trust for London has announced that it is reshaping how it funds anti-poverty work, shifting its focus from supporting frontline services to projects that confront the structural causes of inequality.
The foundation announced the strategic change on 16 October 2025, citing economic pressures, a shrinking endowment and the need to make limited funds go further. It said the surge in crisis-response funding during the pandemic and cost-of-living emergency was necessary at the time but unsustainable in the long term.
“Without addressing the root causes of poverty, we risk simply responding to symptoms again and again,” the trust said. It now plans to support initiatives that change policies, challenge systems and influence decision-makers from strategic legal action to campaigning and advocacy rather than primarily funding advice services or direct support.
The trust will continue to prioritise seven key areas, including housing, decent work, racial and disability justice, and social securityreform. However, some strands, such as funding to tackle migrant destitution, are temporarily closed while the trust reviews how best to use its resources.
Existing grants will remain unaffected, but new applicants are being urged to show how their work contributes to broader structural change. Projects focused solely on delivering services are less likely to receive support under the new approach.
The shift signals a significant move in the fight against poverty in London from short-term crisis management to long-term systemic change.
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https://trustforlondon.org.uk/news/funding-update-october-2025/
Funding Reminders
National Lottery Grants for Heritage - Grants of up to £10 Million Available (UK)
Not-for-profit organisations across the UK can now apply for grants of between £250,000 and £10 million from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for projects connecting people and communities to UK heritage.
The funding can be used to support a broad range of activities and project costs, such as:
volunteer expenses, new staff posts and training costs
capital works, repair, maintenance and conservation
professional fees, event costs and activities to strengthen organisations
acquisition of heritage and costs associated with the purchase
costs to join Fit for the Future, a UK-wide environmental sustainability network
Projects must take into account the National Lottery Heritage Fund’s four investment principles:
saving heritage
protecting the environment
inclusion, access and participation
organisational sustainability
Partnerships are encouraged.
Up to 10% match funding is required.
The next deadline for applications is 12 noon on 12 November 2025.
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Screwfix Foundation (UK)
The Screwfix Foundation is open for applications from charities and not-for-profit organisations for projects that will fix, repair, maintain, and improve the properties and community facilities of those in need due to financial hardship, sickness, disability, distress, or other disadvantage throughout the UK.
Grants in the region of £5,000 are available for a variety of projects, such as:
Improved energy-efficient lighting & heating
Installation of new kitchen, bathroom etc.
Installation of a sensory room
General painting & decorating
Improving the safety and security of a building
Applications are reviewed every quarter and the next deadline for applications is the 10th November 2025.
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https://www.screwfix.com/help/screwfixfoundation/
Funding to Support Disadvantaged Young People and Offenders (UK)
Registered charities, charitable incorporated organisations, and in exceptional circumstances Community Interest Companies can apply for grants for projects that support offenders and exoffenders as well as into work and helping specific less popular groups within the criminal justice sector.
The funding is being made available through the Weavers' Company. In allocating funding, priority is given to projects that support offenders into work and projects that work with less popular groups in society. A secondary priority is given to supporting projects that work with young people from disadvantaged and socio-economically challenged groups, such as immigrants, to ensure they are given every possible chance to realise their full potential and to participate fully in society.
The Company operates two funding streams:
A Small Grants Programme that provides grant of up to £5,000
A Main Grants programme which has no maximum grant limit
The funding is available for both project and core costs. Applicants must show they have investigated other sources of funding and made plans for future funding.
The next closing date for applications is the 13th November 2025.
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https://weavers.org.uk/charity/charitable-grants/
Teacher Development Fund Opens for Applications (UK)
The Paul Hamlyn Foundation (PHF) has reopened its Teacher Development Fund (TDF).
The fund, which provides up to £165,000 over two academic years, is designed to support long-term partnerships that improve teaching practice and extend access to high-qualityarts education.Applicants must form consortia of six to ten primary schools, with each school committing at least two teachers and one senior leader. Arts and cultural organisations may also lead bids, and multi-academy trusts or teaching school hubs are eligible.
Projects are expected to combine creative learning with teacher professional development, with a strong emphasis on collaboration and sustainability. Eligible settings include mainstream primaries, SEND schools serving children under 12, and alternative provision for primary-aged pupils. Independent and secondary-only schools, however, are excluded.
The fund follows a two-stage application process. Those applicants successful at stage 1 will have until noon on 12 November 2025 to submit their full application. Successful applicants receiving funding to begin work in the 2026 academic year.
Full details, including eligibility guidance and application forms, will be published on the PHF website in late August.
Previously funded projects include:
St John’s Stonefold C.E. Primary School with Blue Moose Dance Company was awarded £141,500. This project uses dance and creative movement to help pupils form emotional and kinesthetic connections with academic subjects. It supports teachers in embedding kinaesthetic learning throughout the curriculum.
The Kemnal Academies Trust (TKAT) with Turner Contemporary was awarded £156,000 through the TDF. This partnership enables teachers in the South East to explore diverse art and design media with a focus on sustainability and creative critical thinking.
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https://www.phf.org.uk/funding/teacher-development-fund#how-to-apply
Applications for Funding Towards School Trips to CERN (UK)
The Ogden Trust, which promotes the teaching and learning of physics, has announced that secondary schools that are or have been members of its School Partnerships programme can apply for grants of up to £2,500 for trips to the CERN, the European Organisation for Nuclear Research.
This will be the final round of funding available on this programme.
These grants aim to allow disadvantaged students to experience one of the world's foremost centers for scientific research and to learn about the physics research that is taking place at CERN, as well as meet some of the physicists who work there.
Students participating in the programme must be eligible for pupil premium, the 16-19 bursary, or be a scholarship pupil at an independent school.
The average grant per application awarded in 2022-23 was £1,352.
The closing date for applications is the 14th November 2025.
A webinar to support applications and planning will be held on Wednesday 8 October (please sign up here)
Useful Links:
Application Guidelines
Application Hints and Tips (AI Generated)
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https://www.ogdentrust.com/school-partnerships/cern-funding/
£4 Million Fund Opens to Improve UK Museums and Galleries (England)
Applications have opened for the 2025–27 round of the DCMS/Wolfson Museums and Galleries Improvement Fund, offering £4 million to support capital projects that enhance the quality, accessibility, and sustainability of cultural spaces across England.
The scheme, jointly funded by the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and the Wolfson Foundation, awards grants of up to £500,000 for projects such as gallery refurbishments, improved collection storage, and enhanced public spaces.
The Fund is open to bids from accredited museums, museum services and galleries in England falling into one of the following categories:
Museums/museums services and universities with at least one Designated collection
Current Arts Council England National Portfolio Organisations (NPOs)
Arts and Heritage Minister Lord Parkinson said the fund aims to ensure “world-class institutions remain accessible and inspiring” for communities and visitors. Since its launch in 2001, the partnership has awarded more than £50 million to over 400 projects nationwide.
Applicants must demonstrate how their proposals improve visitor experience, widen participation, and safeguard collections for future generations. Projects addressing environmental sustainability and energy efficiency are strongly encouraged.
The deadline for applications is 14 November 2025, with successful projects expected to be announced later in the year. Institutions interested in applying are advised to review eligibility guidance carefully and engage with DCMS and Wolfson before submission.
Useful Links:
Guidance Notes for Applicants
Application Hints and Tips (AI Generated)
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https://www.gov.uk/guidance/dcmswolfson-museums-and-galleries-improvement-fund-2025-27
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