BBC Children in Need Core and Project Funding

BBC Children in Need
Ongoing

Funding

£1,000 – £40,000

Location

England

Applications

Rolling (always open)

Overview

BBC Children in Need provides funding for charities and not-for-profit groups working with children and young people aged 18 or under. The money supports children facing challenges like poverty, mental health issues, illness, disability, family problems, and social injustice. You can get between £1,000 and £40,000 for projects that build positive relationships and strengthen children's wellbeing. Grants can last up to three years. There are no application deadlines, so you can apply at any time. The funding helps children navigate life challenges through supportive relationships. You cannot use this money for work that statutory bodies like councils or the NHS are required to provide.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

charity

Key requirements:

  • Must work with children and young people aged 18 or under
  • Cannot duplicate statutory services
  • Must be not-for-profit organisation
Who is this for?

This grant is for charities and not-for-profit organisations that work directly with children and young people aged 18 or under. You must be supporting children who face challenges like poverty, mental health issues, disability, or family problems. You cannot apply if your work duplicates services that councils, schools, or the NHS are legally required to provide.

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Full details from BBC Children in Need

Funding for not-for-profit organisations working with children and young people aged 18 or under who face challenges including poverty, mental health issues, disability, family challenges, and social injustice. The programme invests in positive relationships that strengthen children's wellbeing and help them navigate life challenges. Grants can be awarded for up to three years with no application deadlines.

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Last updated: 5 April 2026