Grants for Social Enterprises

Social enterprises can access grants from Power to Change, UnLtd, Big Society Capital, and the National Lottery Community Fund. Many mainstream business grants also accept social enterprise applications. Programmes focus on community impact, financial sustainability, and scaling.

There are currently 439 live grants available for social enterprises in the UK, with deadlines ranging from 7 August 2026 to 31 March 2035.

Checked daily. Last updated 6 August 2026.

Always open

No closing date, so you can apply whenever you are ready.

Ongoing

Councillors' Grant

Durham County Council

Charities & Non-Profit, Public Administration & Defence

Each Durham County councillor has a budget to support local community projects. You need to discuss your project with your local county councillor first. They must support your project before you can

Ongoing

One Oldham Fund Developing Recovery Communities Grant

Oldham Council

Charities & Non-Profit, Social Enterprise, Health & Social Work

Oldham Council has set aside funding to support people in recovery from addiction or mental health issues. The money goes to voluntary groups, community organisations, faith groups, and social enterpr

Ongoing

Communities Investment Fund

Wigan Council

Charities & Non-Profit

Wigan Council offers funding to help community groups run local projects. The money supports community initiatives across Wigan Borough. You must be a community organisation or group based in Wigan to

Ongoing

Eccles Community Committee Grant

Salford City Council

Up to £550Health & Social Work

The Eccles Community Committee Grant provides up to £550 for community groups in Eccles, Winton and Barton wards. You can apply twice per calendar year for projects that address local priorities. The

Ongoing

Culture Grants

Wakefield Council

Arts, Entertainment & Recreation

Culture Grants provide up to £1,000 for creative projects in Wakefield district. You can be a creative person, cultural organisation, or community group. The money supports cultural activities and cre

Ongoing

SP Energy Networks Net Zero Fund

SP Energy Networks

Energy & Utilities

SP Energy Networks has launched a Net Zero Fund to help communities develop net zero initiatives. The fund supports community-led projects that contribute to carbon reduction goals. Energy Saving Trus

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Read the guide: Social Enterprise Grants UK: A Practical Guide

How to find and win social enterprise grants in the UK, from CIC funding to community foundations, plus who is eligible and what funders expect.