Grants in North East England
The North East benefits from higher grant rates on many UK-wide programmes due to its Assisted Area status. The North East Growth Hub and local authorities offer additional regional funding. Key sectors include clean energy, digital, and advanced manufacturing.
There are currently 188 live grants available in North East England, with deadlines ranging from 14 October 2026 to 1 April 2030.
Checked daily. Last updated 11 October 2026.
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Supporting young people in hardship in Northumberland to enhance their educational opportunities
Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland
The Henderson Family Fund provides up to £1,000 to support young people facing hardship in Northumberland. The money helps enhance educational opportunities for young people who need extra support. Both individuals and organisations can apply for funding. This is a rolling grant, so you can apply at any time throughout the year. There are no set deadlines to worry about. The fund focuses specifically on educational support for disadvantaged young people. You could use the money for educational equipment, courses, or other learning opportunities.
Supporting Newcastle based organisations to engage residents in culture
Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland
The Newcastle Culture Investment Fund supports organisations in Newcastle to engage local residents in cultural activities. You can get up to £12,000 for your project. This is a rolling grant, so you can apply at any time throughout the year. The fund focuses on arts, entertainment and recreation projects. You need to be based in Newcastle to apply. The money helps organisations create cultural programmes that involve local people. No specific deadline is mentioned, making this an ongoing opportunity.
Passionate About Realising Potential in environmental/green careers
Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland
The Curtin PARP Fund provides up to £7,000 for environmental and green career development. You can apply if you are an individual or organisation in the North East of England. This includes Gateshead, Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, and Sunderland. The fund focuses on realising potential in green careers. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline. The exact funding range and eligibility criteria are not specified. You should contact the funder directly for more details about what the money can be used for.
Supporting capital projects within Gateshead
Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland
The Community Infrastructure Levy (CIL) Fund supports capital projects in Gateshead. You can get up to £25,000 for your project. This is a rolling grant, so you can apply at any time. The fund helps pay for infrastructure and community projects. No specific deadline is mentioned, so applications are ongoing. You need to be based in Gateshead to apply. The exact eligibility criteria are not specified in the available information.
Helping care leavers aged 18 – 25 from or living in Tyne & Wear and Northumberland to achieve their aspirations.
Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland
The Brian Roycroft Fund helps care leavers aged 18-25 who are from or living in Tyne & Wear and Northumberland. You can get up to £1,000 to help achieve your goals and aspirations. This is a rolling grant, so you can apply at any time throughout the year. The fund is open to both individuals and organisations that support care leavers. You must be aged between 18 and 25 and have experience of being in care. The money can help with education, training, or other opportunities that support your future plans.
The 1989 Willan Charitable Trust
Community Foundation Tyne & Wear and Northumberland
This grant is open to organisations in North East England. It covers Tees Valley, County Durham, Gateshead, Newcastle, Northumberland, North Tyneside, South Tyneside, and Sunderland. You can apply for up to £10,000. It is a rolling grant, so there is no fixed deadline.
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Create free accountElectric vehicle chargepoint grant for residential landlords
Office for Zero Emission Vehicles
This grant helps residential landlords cover the cost of buying and installing electric vehicle chargepoints at their properties. It is funded by the Office for Zero Emission Vehicles. You can receive up to £100,000 in total. The deadline to apply is 31 March 2027.
Trees, 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.
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Future 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.
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