Changing Futures

One round of Changing Futures, which has run 5 rounds in total and has 3 open now.

Funding

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Deadline

Check with the funder

Location

UK-wide

Applications

Rolling applications

Overview

Changing Futures helps adults facing multiple disadvantages like homelessness, addiction, or mental health issues. The programme supports public sector organisations and local communities to work together in new ways. It aims to improve services and outcomes for vulnerable adults. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. This is a UK-wide programme focusing on public administration and defence sectors. You will need to contact the programme directly for specific funding amounts and application details.

Requirements to check

Who can apply:

public sector

Key requirements:

  • Must work with adults experiencing multiple disadvantages
  • Must involve collaboration between public sector and local communities

This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.

Who is this for?

This programme is for public sector organisations working with vulnerable adults. You should apply if you support people facing multiple challenges like homelessness, addiction, or mental health problems. It is designed for organisations wanting to improve how they work with local communities.

Funder track record
Recent awards dataOpen to first-time applicants

Awards published

47,703

Typical award

£18,689

Most awards

£9,986 to £20,000

Most funded region

London

12,824 awards in 2025, level with 12,725 the year before.

Recent awards include Wellbeing Challenge CIC (£20,000, 2026), West Wales Motorcycle Project (£19,490, 2026) and Tirabad Village Hall Committee (£15,000, 2026).

Contains data from 360Giving publishers, used under open licence.

Full details from National Lottery Community Fund

The programme aims to improve the lives of adults experiencing multiple disadvantages. It also supports the public sector and local communities to work together in new ways.

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Last updated: 2 October 2026