Contracts for Innovation: Innovation in play to improve child outcomes
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Funding
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Location
England
Applications
Open until 28 October 2026
This grant offers a share of £3 million to develop practical solutions around play for children and young people. Your project should reignite the importance of play and improve access to high quality, real world play experiences. Applications are open to organisations based in England. The deadline to apply is 28 October 2026.
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Project must develop practical solutions related to play for children and young people
- Must be based in or operating in England
This grant is for organisations in England working to improve play experiences and outcomes for children and young people. It suits businesses, charities, social enterprises, and community groups with practical ideas around play. Eligibility criteria are not specified, so contact Innovate UK Business Connect to confirm you qualify.
Regions
No published award history for Innovate UK Business Connect. Some funders do not publish their grants data.
Full details from Innovate UK Business Connect
Organisations can apply for a share of £3 million, inclusive of VAT, to develop practical solutions that reignite the importance of play and increase access to high quality, real world play experiences, improving outcomes for children and young people.
Apply through Innovate UK Business Connect. Check the funder's official portal for application forms and guidance. The deadline is 28 October 2026.
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