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.

Ongoing

Art Scholarship Training Opportunities for Under 18s

The Leverhulme Trust

England

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

Ongoing

Henry Smith Foundation - Holiday Grants for Children

Henry Smith Foundation

National (UK-wide)

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

Ongoing

Funding for voluntary or community groups

Manchester City Council

England, North West England

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

Ongoing

NnG (Pittenweem) Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

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

Ongoing

Cash For Kids - Impact Grant

Cash For Kids

National (UK-wide)

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

Ongoing

Food, Fuel and More

Devon Community Foundation

England, South West England

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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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.

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.

How do I get notified about new charities grants?+

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