Charities Grants UK
Charity grants come from the National Lottery, government departments, and thousands of charitable trusts and foundations. Funding ranges from small community grants under £10,000 to multi-year programmes worth millions. Most require a registered charity number or equivalent governance structure.
There are currently 342 live grants available for charities and non-profits in the UK, with deadlines ranging from 19 August 2026 to 31 March 2035.
Checked daily. Last updated 16 August 2026.
Always open
No closing date, so you can apply whenever you are ready.
Art Scholarship Training Opportunities for Under 18s
The Leverhulme Trust
This grant funds training opportunities in the fine and performing arts for young people under 18. It covers music, drama, dance, film, fine art, and similar disciplines. Specialist arts institutions
Henry Smith Foundation - Holiday Grants for Children
Henry Smith Foundation
The Henry Smith Foundation provides holiday grants for children aged 13 or younger who face financial hardship, disability, or other challenges. The funding helps pay for short recreational holidays o
Funding for voluntary or community groups
Manchester City Council
Manchester City Council offers funding for voluntary and community groups in Manchester. Your group must deliver services or activities that benefit Manchester residents. The funding covers a wide ran
NnG (Pittenweem) Community Fund
Foundation Scotland
The Neart na Gaoithe Community Benefit Fund supports community projects in Pittenweem and the surrounding District Community Council area in Scotland. The fund helps projects that benefit local reside
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 annua
Food, Fuel and More
Devon Community Foundation
This grant helps organisations that support people struggling to afford food, energy bills, and other essentials. It is part of the government's Household Support Fund, distributed by Devon Community
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Create free accountPostcode Community Trust Grant - Wales
Postcode Community Trust
The Postcode Community Trust funds local good causes in Wales. Money comes from players of People's Postcode Lottery. Charities and good causes based in Wales, or delivering activities there, can appl
See all 2 rounds of Postcode Community Trust GrantZero Emission Vessels and Infrastructure 2: Energy Efficiency
Department for Transport
The Department for Transport is offering up to £150 million for clean maritime projects. You can apply for between £1,000 and £30 million. The funding supports developing, deploying, and operating inn
See all 3 rounds of Zero Emission Vessels and InfrastructureUK 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
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. Land
See all 2 rounds of Woodland Creation Planning GrantLead the Change - BBC Children In Need
Heart of England Community Foundation
This grant supports projects that help young people in Birmingham connect, feel safe, lead local action and build stronger relationships in their communities. Funding is provided for 3 years. The maxi
See all 2 rounds of Lead the ChangeWandsworth Grant Fund - Emergency Funding
Wandsworth Borough Council
This fund offers emergency grants between £500 and £5,000. It is for voluntary and community organisations in Wandsworth facing urgent situations. You can apply outside of the normal funding rounds if
See all 2 rounds of Wandsworth Grant FundHome Office - Community Engagement Fund 2026-27
Home Office
The Home Office Community Engagement Fund 2026-27 supports community projects in North West England. The fund runs from 2026 to 2027. The funding amount and application deadlines are not yet specified
See all 2 rounds of Community Engagement FundChanging Futures Learning and Support Grant
The Changing Futures Learning and Support Grant funds one national organisation to coordinate learning and support across the Changing Futures initiative. This grant supports knowledge-sharing and col
See all 5 rounds of Changing FuturesCOVID-19 funding over £10,000 including Coronavirus Community Support Fund
National Lottery Community Fund
This fund supports projects and organisations helping communities during COVID-19. The funding is over £10,000 per grant. It includes the Coronavirus Community Support Fund. You can apply if your proj
See all 2 rounds of Coronavirus Community Support FundGroundwork - One Stop Community Partnership Programme
Groundwork
This grant provides up to £1,000 for community groups near One Stop stores. You must be within two miles of a One Stop store to apply. The funding helps community groups with their projects and activi
See all 2 rounds of One Stop Community Partnership ProgrammeNational Lottery Heritage Grants: £10,000 to £250,000
National Lottery Heritage Fund
This grant funds heritage projects across England. You can apply for between £10,000 and £250,000. Projects can include restoring buildings, conserving nature, recording oral histories, or creating di
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Read the guide: Grants for Charities in the UK: A Practical Guide
Where UK charities can find grant funding, from national trusts to community foundations, what funders expect, and how to work out which ones are worth your time.
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Frequently asked questions about charities grants
How many charities grants are available in the UK right now?+
There are currently 342 live charities grants available in the UK. GrantMatch reviews and updates hundreds of grants daily from verified sources including GOV.UK, National Lottery, Innovate UK, and UKRI.
When is the next deadline for charities grants?+
The nearest deadline for a charities grant is 19 August 2026. Some grants have rolling deadlines with no fixed closing date.
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