Funding opportunities

BlueSpark Foundation Grants

Funding for projects which aim to improve the education and development of children and young people by means of educational, cultural, sporting or other activities.

Up to £5,000/ UK-wide/ Rolling

John Lyon's Charity

The School Holiday Activity Fund supports organisations in delivering enjoyable and accessible activities for children and youth during school holidays. Funding covers running costs for holiday programmes in supportive environments.

Up to £5,000/ UK-wide/ 1 February 2025 

The Foyle Foundation Small Grants Scheme

This fund is designed to support charities registered and operating in the United Kingdom, especially those working at grassroots and local community level, in any field, across a wide range of activities.

Up to £10,000/ UK-Wide/ 31 January 2025

Ford Britain Trust

This fund is now open for applications. Ford Britain Trust pays special attention to projects focusing on education, environment, children, the disabled, youth activities, and projects that provide clear benefits to the local communities close to our UK locations.

Small grant applications are open until 31 October.

Up to £3,000/ UK-Wide/ 31 January 2025

The Hargreaves Foundation

Applications are open for organisations seeking funding to support those under the age of 18, and living with a mental health problem, physical disability, or growing up in poverty through the mediums of sport and education.

No minimum or maximum amount / UK-wide/ Rolling

Newby Trust

The Trust wishes to fund extra-curricular artistic and sporting activities for children and young people and to nurture ability and talent at all ages.

£2,000 to £10,000 / UK-Wide / Rolling

Morrisons Foundation

The Morrisons Foundation supports registered charities making a positive difference in local communities across England, Scotland, and Wales.

Up to £10,000/UK-Wide/Rolling Deadline