Grants in England
Most UK government grants are available in England, with the largest range of programmes from Innovate UK, UKRI, and central government departments. Regional Growth Hubs add local options not found on national databases. England-specific programmes include the Shared Prosperity Fund, Levelling Up Fund, and various Defra land management schemes.
There are currently 732 live grants available in England, with deadlines ranging from 4 October 2026 to 31 March 2035.
Checked daily. Last updated 2 October 2026.
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Battery innovation feasibility studies round 2
Innovate UK
This grant funds feasibility studies for battery innovation projects. You must work with other organisations in a collaboration. To lead the project, your business must be registered in the UK. Your team must include at least one small or medium business that will claim grant funding. The funding amount is not specified. This is the second round of this programme. Applications appear to be on a rolling basis with no set deadline.
Battery innovation concept development round 2
Innovate UK
This grant funds collaborative projects to develop new battery technologies. You must work with other organisations to apply. Your lead organisation must be a UK registered business of any size. At least one partner in your group must be a small or medium business claiming grant funding. The funding amount is not specified. This is round 2 of the programme. You cannot apply as a single organisation.
The Yapp Charitable Trust Grants
The Yapp Charitable Trust
Core funding for small charities in England and Wales. Awards can run for up to three years, with a maximum of £3,000 per year, or £9,000 over three years.
Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition 7: Feasibility studies
Innovate UK
This is the 7th round of the Clean Maritime Demonstration Competition focusing on feasibility studies. The grant is only open to collaborative projects between multiple organisations. To lead a project, your organisation must meet specific requirements, but these are not detailed in the available information. The funding amount is not specified. There is no set deadline as applications appear to be rolling. This competition aims to support clean maritime technology development through feasibility studies. You must work with other organisations to be eligible.
See all 4 rounds of Clean Maritime Demonstration CompetitionNational Lottery Awards for All England – Environment
The National Lottery Community Fund
Community-led projects in England can receive £300 to £20,000 to improve nature and the environment. Applications are open, with decisions normally taking 16 weeks.
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Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP): 2026 – 2027 Round 1
Innovate UK
Knowledge Transfer Partnerships help businesses work with universities on innovation projects. A graduate works in your business for 1-3 years to complete a specific project. The government pays most of the graduate's salary and university costs. Your business must contribute to the project costs. This is a national UK scheme with rolling applications. You can apply throughout the year. The partnership helps you access university expertise and develop new products or processes.
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Create free accountCfI: Engineering Biology for Defra and FSA Phase 1
Innovate UK
Innovate UK is offering up to £3 million in total funding for this competition. You can apply for a share of this pot to develop and scale Engineering Biology platforms, products, and services. Engineering Biology uses biological systems to create new technologies and solutions. This funding is focused on work relevant to Defra and the Food Standards Agency. The grant is open to organisations based in England.
+1 related call in this programmeContracts for Innovation: Innovation in play to improve child outcomes
Innovate UK Business Connect
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.
See all 9 rounds of Contracts for InnovationFuture Leaders Fellowships: Round 11, business and non-academic
Innovate UK Business Connect
UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £110 million for ambitious research and innovation projects. This funding comes from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI). The money is specifically for developing future leaders in research and innovation. This is Round 11 of the Future Leaders Fellowships programme. The deadline is 4 November 2026. You must be a UK registered organisation to apply. The funding range for individual projects is not specified.
See all 2 rounds of Future Leaders FellowshipsCommercialising Knowledge Assets Fund (CKAF) Winter
Department for Business Innovation, Science and Trade (BIST)
This grant is for UK government research organisations based in England. You can apply for between £50,000 and £250,000. The money helps move public sector knowledge assets closer to being commercially ready. The deadline to apply is 1 December 2026.
See all 2 rounds of Commercialising Knowledge Assets FundUK Global Screen Fund: International Distribution (P&A Support)
British Film Institute
The UK Global Screen Fund supports UK films in reaching international audiences. It offers up to £100,000 for international distribution costs, including prints and advertising (P&A). The fund is open to applications until 1 April 2028.
See all 2 rounds of UK Global Screen FundTrees, woodlands and forestry - Woodland Creation Planning Grant
Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs / Forestry Commission – Defra Trees Programme
The Woodland Creation Planning Grant pays for the cost of creating a woodland design plan. You can get between £1,500 and £30,500 in funding. The plan must meet UK Forestry Standard (UKFS) rules. Landowners, land managers, and public bodies in England can apply. Applications are open year-round with no set closing date. Funding is confirmed until March 2030.
See all 2 rounds of Woodland Creation Planning GrantDefra Farming Innovation Investor Partnership
Innovate UK
The Defra Farming Innovation Investor Partnership supports farming innovation projects across the UK. This grant is funded by Innovate UK and focuses on agricultural innovation. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. There is no set deadline as applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis. The grant is available to projects in England and across the UK. You can use this funding to develop new farming technologies and innovative agricultural solutions. Specific eligibility criteria and match funding requirements are not detailed in the current information.
See all 2 rounds of Defra Farming Innovation Investor PartnershipZero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure 2: energy efficiency
Innovate UK
UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £150 million funding. This money is for developing, deploying and operating innovative clean maritime solutions. The funding comes from the Department for Transport through Innovate UK. Projects must run for three years in real world environments. The focus is on zero emission vessels and energy efficiency in maritime transport. This is part of a larger programme to make shipping cleaner and more sustainable. You need to be a UK registered organisation to apply.
See all 3 rounds of Zero Emission Vessels and InfrastructureCOVID-19 funding over £10,000 for partnerships including Coronavirus Community Support Fund
National Lottery Community Fund
This COVID-19 funding supports partnerships during the pandemic. Grants are over £10,000 each. The funding includes the Coronavirus Community Support Fund. You can apply if you are working in partnership with other organisations. The money helps communities affected by coronavirus. Applications appear to be rolling with no fixed deadline. You need to be part of a partnership to qualify. The exact funding amounts and application process are not specified.
See all 2 rounds of Coronavirus Community Support FundFull ADOPT Grant: Round 7
Innovate UK
The Full ADOPT Grant Round 7 is run by Innovate UK. This competition is only open to collaborations between organisations. To lead a project, your organisation must meet specific requirements. However, the funding amount, deadline, and detailed eligibility criteria are not specified in the available information. This appears to be a national UK-wide grant with particular focus on England. You will need to check the full competition details for funding amounts and application deadlines.
See all 2 rounds of Full ADOPT GrantCfI: Advanced Connectivity Technologies (ACT) – Call 1
Innovate UK
Innovate UK is funding projects in advanced connectivity technologies. You can lead a project as a single legal entity. Subcontractors can be based in the UK or overseas if their work is necessary and justified. All subcontractors must meet procurement and security requirements. Contracts go to one legal entity only. The funding amount is not specified. There is no set deadline for applications.
See all 3 rounds of Advanced Connectivity TechnologiesAgriScale - Accelerating Agri-tech manufacturing: Industrial Research
Innovate UK
AgriScale is a grant programme that supports industrial research in agri-tech manufacturing. The funding helps businesses develop new agricultural technology and manufacturing processes. This appears to be part of a wider programme to accelerate innovation in the agricultural technology sector. The grant is available across the UK. No specific funding amounts or deadlines are currently available. You would need to contact the programme directly for more details about eligibility and application requirements.
See all 2 rounds of AgriScale - Accelerating Agri-tech manufacturingFull ADOPT grant: round seven
Innovate UK
Farming, growing or forestry businesses in England can apply for funding to run on-farm trial and demonstration projects. The grant helps you test and show new ideas or solutions in agriculture. Up to £5 million is available to share between successful applicants. This is round seven of the ADOPT programme. You can use the money to trial new farming technologies or methods on your land. The funding helps improve how quickly new agricultural innovations are adopted across the sector.
See all 2 rounds of ADOPT grantESRC React Awards (pilot): outline
Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)
ESRC React Awards provide up to £1.5 million for urgent research that helps UK policymakers and public services. You must work with a confirmed public sector partner who will use your research findings. The funding is for time-critical projects that address immediate policy needs. You need to be based at a UK organisation that can receive ESRC funding. This is a pilot scheme with rolling applications. The research must directly support government departments, councils, or other public services. Your public sector partner must confirm they will use the project outputs.
See all 2 rounds of ESRC React AwardsNational Lottery Awards for All England
National Lottery Community Fund
The National Lottery Awards for All England funds community projects that bring people together. You can get between £300 and £20,000 for projects lasting up to 2 years. The grant helps improve local communities across England. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis, so you can apply at any time. You can use the money for activities, equipment, or running costs for your project. The funding comes from National Lottery players. Projects must show how they will benefit local people and communities.
See all 2 rounds of National Lottery Awards for All EnglandNational Materials Innovation Programme: Feasibility studies Rd 2
Innovate UK
The National Materials Innovation Programme offers funding for feasibility studies in Round 2. This is run by Innovate UK and covers the whole of the UK. The grant helps businesses explore new materials innovations before committing to full development. You can use the money to test whether your materials idea could work commercially. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. There is no set deadline as applications appear to be rolling. This programme focuses specifically on materials innovation and development. You will need to show how your feasibility study could lead to future innovation.
See all 2 rounds of National Materials Innovation Programme: Feasibility studiesYoung Start - Main Grants
National Lottery Community Fund
Young Start Main Grants provide between £20,001 and £150,000 for projects that help children and young people in Scotland. Your project can run for up to 3 years. The funding helps young people build confidence and reach their potential. This appears to be a rolling programme with no fixed deadline. You can apply at any time throughout the year. The grant covers projects across Scotland. No specific match funding requirements are mentioned.
See all 2 rounds of Young StartClimate Action Fund - Food Systems
National Lottery Community Fund
The Climate Action Fund for Food Systems supports projects that make our food system stronger. It also helps reduce food insecurity for people and communities. The fund is available across the UK. No specific funding amounts are mentioned. There are no set deadlines, so you can apply at any time. The eligibility criteria are not specified. You could use this funding for projects that improve food systems or tackle food insecurity. More details about who can apply and how much funding is available are not provided.
See all 6 rounds of Climate Action FundGrowth cohorts: next generation low carbon concrete cohort entry
Innovate UK
This grant helps UK businesses develop low carbon concrete solutions. You can join a cohort of ambitious companies working to reduce carbon emissions in concrete production. The programme offers funding up to £11.5 million plus sector-specific support. You will get help to develop and deliver innovation and growth plans. The funding helps businesses create new technologies to make concrete more environmentally friendly. This is a rolling programme with no fixed deadline. You must be a UK registered business to apply.
See all 2 rounds of Growth Cohorts#iwill Fund 2016 to 2023
National Lottery Community Fund
The #iwill Fund helps create social action opportunities for young people across the UK. The fund aims to build lifelong habits of volunteering and community involvement. It supports high quality programmes that engage young people in meaningful social action. The funding runs from 2016 to 2023. No specific funding amounts are mentioned in the available information. The deadline and application process are not specified. You can apply if you work with young people and want to create social action opportunities. The fund covers the whole of the UK.
See all 3 rounds of #iwill FundChanging Futures
National Lottery Community Fund
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.
See all 5 rounds of Changing FuturesMillion Hours Fund (2023 to 2026)
National Lottery Community Fund
The Million Hours Fund provides funding to help organisations support young people at risk of anti-social behaviour. The fund runs from 2023 to 2026. You can use the money to provide extra support and activities for young people in your area. The funding is available across the UK. No specific funding amounts are mentioned in the available information. The deadline and application process are not specified. This appears to be a rolling programme where you can apply at different times.
See all 2 rounds of Million Hours FundNational Lottery Heritage Grants £250,000 to £10million
The National Lottery Heritage Fund
The National Lottery Heritage Fund offers grants between £250,000 and £10 million for large heritage projects. You can use the money for conservation, restoration, and community engagement work. Only not-for-profit organisations can apply. The fund covers projects in England, with a focus on the East of England.
See all 3 rounds of National Lottery Heritage GrantsCITB Grants - Qualification Grants
CITB
CITB provides grants to help construction employers pay for qualification training. The funding covers both short and long qualifications for your workforce. You must be a construction employer registered with CITB to apply. This is rolling funding with no set deadline.
See all 2 rounds of CITB GrantsBarclays Community Sport Fund
Barclays (delivered in partnership with Sported)
The Barclays Community Sport Fund helps community groups make football, tennis, and cricket more accessible to women and girls. You can get Access Grants of £1,000 for running activities or Female Coaches for Girls Grants of £160-£200 for Level 1 coaching qualifications. The fund targets groups working in deprived or rural areas. You must be a charity or not-for-profit organisation delivering these three sports. The programme runs from April 2025 to December 2027. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis.
See all 2 rounds of Barclays Community Sport FundWandsworth Grant Fund - Multi-Year Funding
Wandsworth Borough Council
Wandsworth Borough Council offers multi-year grants to voluntary and community organisations in Wandsworth. Your project must benefit residents of the London Borough of Wandsworth. The fund supports projects across six thematic priorities, though these are not listed in the source. Applications open once a year but are currently paused while the Spending Review concludes.
See all 2 rounds of Wandsworth Grant FundADOPT Facilitator Support Grant: Round 8
Innovate UK
The ADOPT Facilitator Support Grant Round 8 is funded by Innovate UK. This grant supports facilitators who help businesses adopt new technologies and innovations. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. This is a national UK-wide programme, with particular focus on England. The deadline and application process are not clearly specified. You can apply on a rolling basis throughout the year. The grant helps cover costs for facilitators who guide businesses through technology adoption processes. Specific eligibility criteria are not detailed in the current information.
See all 4 rounds of ADOPT Facilitator Support GrantOne Stop Community Partnership Programme
One Stop
One Stop funds community groups and organisations near its stores. Your group must be within two miles of a One Stop store in England. The programme focuses on tackling food poverty, supporting vulnerable people, and improving the environment. Over 438 local groups have already received support through this programme.
See all 2 rounds of One Stop Community Partnership ProgrammeOpen UK-wide
A further 129 grants are open across the whole UK, so organisations in England can apply for these too. Showing 24. See all UK-wide grants.
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Material Focus - Electricals Recycling Fund
Material Focus
The Electricals Recycling Fund helps organisations improve electrical waste recycling and reuse. Material Focus provides this annual funding to stop electrical items being hoarded or thrown away. Since 2020, they have worked with over 100 local authorities and businesses. The fund supports projects that encourage people to recycle electrical items properly. You can use the money for campaigns, collection schemes, or education programmes. The funding amount is not specified. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis.
LandAid - Young Futures Fund
LandAid
The Young Futures Fund provides grants to organisations helping young people at risk of homelessness. The fund supports projects that increase access to safe and affordable housing. It also funds support services to help young people keep their homes and live independently. The fund is available in North West England. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis. The funding amount is not specified. You need to be an organisation working with homeless or at-risk young people to apply.
Benefact Trust – Community Impact Grants
Benefact Trust
The Benefact Trust Community Impact Grants support Christian organisations in North West England. The grants fund projects that make a positive difference to lives and communities. You must be a Christian organisation to apply. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. This appears to be a rolling programme with no set deadlines. You can use the money for community projects that transform lives. The exact application process and eligibility requirements are not detailed in the current information.
Your Trust Middleton at Home Fund
Your Trust Middleton at Home Fund
The Your Trust Middleton at Home Fund provides up to £1,000 for organisations in Middleton to run summer holiday activities for children and young people in 2026. The fund aims to support enriching and fun holiday provision during the summer break. You can use the money to provide engaging, safe activities for local children. This is specifically for organisations based in Middleton in North West England. The deadline appears to be rolling, so you can apply when ready. The minimum funding amount is not specified.
True Colours Trust - UK Small Grants
True Colours Trust
Up to £10,000 for UK projects supporting disabled children and young people, those with life-limiting conditions, and their families. Applications are accepted throughout the year.
Cash For Kids - Impact Grant
Cash For Kids
The Cash for Kids Impact Grant supports community groups, schools, and charities working with children and young people facing disadvantage. You can apply if you are a registered charity with an annual turnover under £1 million, a school, a community organisation, or a grassroots group. The grant is open to organisations based in North West England.