Solihull Informal ESOL Small Grants Programme
Funding
Up to £5,000
Deadline
26 October 2026
Location
West Midlands
Applications
Deadline: 26 October 2026
Overview
Solihull's Informal ESOL Small Grants give up to £5,000 to local groups running relaxed English language activities for Afghan refugees. Conversation clubs, family learning, cooking and crafts all count. Projects should be welcoming and community focused. Applications close on 26 October 2026. Official source: https://www.solihull.gov.uk/communities/welcoming-new-communities/esol-english-speakers-other-languages-funding. Last checked by GrantMatch on 22 October 2026.
Requirements to check
Who can apply:
Key requirements:
- Up to £5,000.
- Solihull-based groups.
- Informal English for Afghan refugees.
- Closes 5pm, 26 October 2026.
Solihull-based voluntary, community and faith organisations, registered charities and constituted community groups.
This summary may not include every exclusion. Check the full eligibility rules, including who and what the funder will not support.
Community and faith groups in Solihull supporting refugees.
Regions
Full details from Solihull Metropolitan Borough Council
Grants of up to £5,000 from Solihull Council for Solihull-based voluntary, community and faith organisations, registered charities and constituted groups to run informal, community-based English language opportunities for Afghan refugees, helping people build confidence, practise everyday English and connect with their community. Activities could include conversation groups, family learning, cooking, crafts, digital skills and community events, and childcare can be included. Applications close on 26 October 2026 (5pm).
Read the grant criteria on the Solihull Council page and apply online by 5pm on 26 October 2026. Questions go to newcommunities@solihull.gov.uk.
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