Welcome to your Week 29 grant update, a curated list of funding opportunities designed to back the work that matters. Whether you’re strengthening communities, scaling impact, or innovating for change, there’s support waiting.
Let’s dive in. 👇
BCF – Support for Sanctuary Seekers in Barnet
🏦 Funder: Barnet Council
💰 Funding available: Up to £4,000
📍 Location: Barnet
In July 2024 Barnet Council was officially awarded Borough of Sanctuary status for its efforts in welcoming those seeking a safe place to live. The Borough of Sanctuary title is awarded by the charity City of Sanctuary UK to organisations and areas that go above and beyond welcoming those looking for a safe haven.
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Healthy Heart Grant – England (South)
🏦 Funder: Heart Research UK
💰 Funding available: Up to £15,000
📍 Location: Berkshire, Bristol, Buckinghamshire, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, East Sussex, Gloucestershire, Hampshire, Wiltshire, Kent, Somerset, West Sussex, Isle of Wight, Oxfordshire, Surrey
For projects working with adults to reduce risk of heart disease through prevention focused on diet, activity, smoking or alcohol.
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Better Futures Fund
🏦 Funder: South West Water
💰 Funding available: Up to £850,000
📍 Location: Bristol, Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Gloucestershire, Wiltshire, Somerset, Isles of Scilly
£5 million fund for projects that support nature, community, and opportunities in the South West.
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Carew Pole
🏦 Funder: Cornwall Community Foundation
💰 Funding available: Up to £2,000
📍 Location: Cornwall
Funds long-term local impact projects in South East Cornwall.
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Youth Development Fund 2025
🏦 Funder: Mindera UK Foundation
💰 Funding available: Up to £1,000
📍 Location: Derbyshire, Nottinghamshire, Leicestershire, Rutland
Funding for NEET young adults (16–30) to build digital skills and improve employment chances.
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East and Southeast Asian Heritage Month Grant
🏦 Funder: Lewisham Council
💰 Funding available: Up to £2,000
📍 Location: Lewisham
Grants to support events and activities celebrating East and Southeast Asian culture during ESEA Heritage Month in September.
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Heritage of London Trust – Grant
🏦 Funder: Heritage of London Trust
💰 Funding available: Up to £15,000
📍 Location: London
Funding to restore local heritage buildings and structures across London.
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Racial Justice Fund
🏦 Funder: Trust for London
💰 Funding available: Up to £250,000
📍 Location: London, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
Funding to increase income and wealth in Black and minoritised communities across the UK.
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Local Area Partnership Grant Scheme (UKSPF)
🏦 Funder: West Northamptonshire Council
💰 Funding available: Up to £10,000
📍 Location: Northamptonshire
Grants for voluntary and community organisations improving employability and skills in West Northamptonshire.
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Creative Animation
🏦 Funder: Northern Ireland Screen
💰 Funding available: Up to £40,000
📍 Location: Northern Ireland
Funding to help junior creators/animators produce animated short films.
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Regional Creatives Fund
🏦 Funder: Amazon
💰 Funding available: Up to £100,000
📍 Location: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
Supports charities that open creative career pathways in publishing, film, music, and more.
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Cost-of-Living Support
🏦 Funder: Arnold Clark
💰 Funding available: Varies
📍 Location: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
For organisations supporting people affected by the cost-of-living crisis.
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Foodbank Fundamentals Fund
🏦 Funder: Asda Foundation
💰 Funding available: Up to £750
📍 Location: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
Helps foodbanks and community food providers purchase essentials.
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The BFBS Big Salute
🏦 Funder: British Forces Broadcasting Service (BFBS)
💰 Funding available: Up to £10,000
📍 Location: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
Funds armed forces charities supporting service members and families.
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Sustainability Fund
🏦 Funder: Veolia
💰 Funding available: Up to £5,000
📍 Location: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
Funds projects promoting biodiversity, sustainability, and community wellbeing.
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DRIVE35 Innovation Fund: Demonstrate
🏦 Funder: UK Government
💰 Funding available: Up to £1,500,000
📍 Location: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
For R&D in zero-emission vehicle technologies and supply chains.
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Ingenious Public Engagement Grants Scheme
🏦 Funder: Royal Academy of Engineering
💰 Funding available: Up to £30,000
📍 Location: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
Supports engineering-focused public engagement projects.
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The BFBS Welfare Fund
🏦 Funder: BFBS
💰 Funding available: Varies
📍 Location: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
Grants to improve the welfare and wellbeing of UK Armed Forces personnel and families.
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Youth Fund
🏦 Funder: Paul Hamlyn Foundation
💰 Funding available: Up to £150,000
📍 Location: Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, England
Funding for systems change and empowerment projects for young people aged 14–25.
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Volunteering Support Fund 2025–2027
🏦 Funder: Impact Funding Partners
💰 Funding available: Up to £20,000
📍 Location: Scotland
Funds organisations supporting inclusive and impactful volunteering.
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SP Energy Networks Community Tree Planting Fund
🏦 Funder: The Tree Council
💰 Funding available: Up to £10,000
📍 Location: Scotland
Grants for tree planting and urban greening projects.
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Wellbeing Grants for Youth Organisations
🏦 Funder: Worcestershire County Council
💰 Funding available: Up to £3,000
📍 Location: Worcestershire
Grants for projects improving youth wellbeing, engagement, and crime prevention.
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