Grants in South West England

The South West benefits from UK-wide grants plus regional programmes through the Heart of the South West and West of England Growth Hubs. Agritech, clean energy, and marine technology funding is particularly relevant. The region has dedicated programmes for rural businesses.

There are currently 18 live grants available in South West England, with deadlines ranging from 13 June 2026 to 1 April 2028.

Community Hub Project Grants

The National Archives

Closing in 69 days
£500 – £30,000Public Administration & Defence, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Charities & Non-Profit

The National Archives offers grants up to £30,000 for community heritage projects. You need at least one heritage organisation (like a museum, library, or archive) working with one community group. Pr

Electric vehicle chargepoint and infrastructure grants for landlords

Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

Closing in 361 days
Up to £100,000Energy & Utilities, Public Administration & Defence, Charities & Non-Profit

This grant helps landlords install electric vehicle chargepoints and supporting infrastructure. Commercial landlords can get between £350 and £30,000 for chargepoints and infrastructure work. Resident

Electric vehicle chargepoint grant for renters and flat owners

Office for Zero Emission Vehicles

Closing in 361 days
Up to £500Energy & Utilities

This grant helps renters and flat owners buy and install electric vehicle charge points. You can get £300 to £350 towards the costs. The grant is available until 1 April 2027. You must be renting your

Trees, woodlands and forestry - Woodland Creation Planning Grant

Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs / Forestry Commission - Nature for Climate Fund

Closing in 361 days
£1,500 – £30,500Agriculture, Forestry & Fishing, Public Administration & Defence, Charities & Non-Profit

The Woodland Creation Planning Grant pays for creating woodland design plans. You can get between £1,500 and £30,500 to produce a plan that meets UK Forestry Standards. Landowners, land managers and p

Community Hub Bursaries

The National Archives

Closing in 455 days
£10 – £1,000Public Administration & Defence, Arts, Entertainment & Recreation, Charities & Non-Profit

The National Archives offers Skills Bursaries of up to £1,000 for people working in community heritage. You can use the money for training, mentoring, workshops, or other professional development acti

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Life Sciences Transformational R&D Investment Fund (TRIF) Pilot

Department for Science, Innovation and Technology

Closing in 727 days
£5,000,000 – £25,000,000Manufacturing, Health & Social Work

The Life Sciences Transformational R&D Investment Fund Pilot provides capital grants for large-scale research and development projects in the UK life sciences sector. You can get between £5 million an

Supporting the Supporters

Devon Community Foundation

Ongoing
Up to £5,000Health & Social Work

This grant supports the wellbeing of staff and volunteers in community organisations. You can get up to £5,000 to help people working on the frontlines. The money is for those supporting people facing

Food, Fuel and More

Devon Community Foundation

Ongoing

This grant helps organisations support people who cannot afford food, heating bills and other essentials. It is part of the Household Support Fund run by Devon Community Foundation and Devon County Co

North Somerset Community Partnership Grant

Quartet Community Foundation

Ongoing
Health & Social Work

This grant supports community groups in North Somerset that help disadvantaged people with health and wellbeing issues. You can use the money to run projects that tackle local health challenges in you

Express Grant Programme

Quartet Community Foundation

Ongoing

The Express Grant Programme supports charitable and community activities across the West of England. You can apply if you are a charity, voluntary organisation, or community group based in the region.

North Somerset Community Transport Grant

Quartet Community Foundation

Ongoing
Transport & Storage

This grant supports community transport groups and car schemes in North Somerset. You can get funding to help provide essential transport services to your local community. The grant is available for o

Bristol Impact Fund (BIF3)

Bristol City Council

Ongoing

Bristol Impact Fund provides £560,000 per year to support free advice services across Bristol. The fund tackles poverty and promotes equality in the city. Neighbourhood organisations and citywide equa

Green Business Grants

West of England Combined Authority

Ongoing

The Green Business Grants help small and medium businesses cut carbon emissions and reduce energy bills. You can use the money for environmental improvements and energy efficiency measures. The grant

Cornwall Council Community Chest

Cornwall Council

Ongoing
Charities & Non-Profit

Cornwall Council Community Chest provides small grants for not-for-profit groups across Cornwall. Each Cornwall Councillor has their own budget to support local projects in their area. You need to be

Living Streets grant

Plymouth City Council

Ongoing
Transport & Storage

This grant helps fix road and pavement problems in Plymouth. Ward councillors decide which highway issues get funding in their local areas. The money pays for local infrastructure improvements like ro

City Change Fund

Plymouth City Council

Ongoing

The City Change Fund supports community projects in Plymouth through crowdfunding. You can get funding for projects that help local people and communities in Plymouth. The fund is run by Plymouth City

Councillor community grants

Plymouth City Council

Ongoing
Charities & Non-Profit

Plymouth City Council councillors have annual grants to support community projects. The grants are for not-for-profit groups and organisations in Plymouth. You can use the money for community initiati

Prevention of Violence Against Women and Girls

Devon Community Foundation

Ongoing
Up to £5,000Health & Social Work

This grant provides up to £5,000 for organisations helping vulnerable groups with basic needs like food and utility bills. It is part of the Household Support Fund run by Devon Community Foundation an