This funding round has closed.

TechLocal: Connecting Local Talent to Local Tech Jobs

Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT)

Closed

Funding

£100,000 – £225,000

Location

England

Applications

Open until 18 March 2026

Overview

This grant offers up to £225,000 to help create career and growth opportunities in the tech sector. UK registered organisations can apply for a share of £7.6 million total funding. The money comes from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology. You can apply for between £100,000 and £225,000 for your project. The deadline is 18 March 2026. The grant aims to connect local talent with local tech jobs. It is open to organisations in England. Public sector bodies and charities are specifically mentioned as eligible.

Eligibility

Who can apply:

charitypublic sector

Key requirements:

Must be UK registered organisation

Who is this for?

This grant is for UK registered organisations in England working in the tech sector. Public sector bodies and charities are specifically eligible. You should apply if you want to create career opportunities or help people find tech jobs in their local area.

Sectors

Charities & Non-Profit Public Administration & Defence

Regions

England

Full details from Innovate UK, part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) and Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT)

UK registered organisations can apply for a share of up to £7.6 million to enable career and growth opportunities in the tech sector. This funding is from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT).