Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport Grants

Better Futures Fund Round 2 Local Regional Funding

Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport

The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport is looking for one or more organisations to deliver Round 2 of the Better Futures Fund. The successful applicant will manage up to £158.8 million between 2027 and 2036. This funding supports Social Outcomes Partnerships, where government payments are linked to measurable results. Results include improvements in educational attainment, youth employment, and reduced reoffending. The fund aims to help up to 200,000 children, young people, and families experiencing disadvantage across England. It brings together government, local communities, charities, social enterprises, investors, and philanthropists to deliver place-based solutions.