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Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund Discovery C6

Innovate UK

You can apply for a share of up to £30 million for collaborative discovery projects. This funding comes from the Ofgem Strategic Innovation Fund. The money is for projects that meet specific innovation challenges in the energy sector. You must work with other organisations on your project. The funding excludes VAT. This is the sixth cycle of the programme. Applications appear to be on a rolling basis. You need to check the specific innovation challenges before applying.

Creative Industries Clusters round 2 (invite only)

Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)

This grant funds Creative Industries Clusters to tackle challenges in the creative sector. You can get up to £27 million to run applied research and development projects. The focus is on boosting regional economic growth in specific areas or creative sub-sectors. You must be based at a UK research organisation that can receive AHRC funding. This is an invite-only programme, so you cannot apply directly. The funding supports clusters that bring together researchers and creative businesses.

RWE Rosehall Wind Farm Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

The RWE Rosehall Wind Farm Community Fund supports community activities and development projects. It is available to groups in three specific areas of Sutherland: Ardgay & District, Creich, and Lairg Community Council areas. The fund is managed by Foundation Scotland. It covers a broad range of community activities that benefit local residents. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. There is no set deadline as applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis. You need to be based in one of the three eligible Community Council areas to apply.

Counter UAS Technologies

Innovate UK

Counter UAS Technologies is a grant from Innovate UK for developing technology to counter unmanned aircraft systems. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. This appears to be a national UK-wide programme with a focus on England. No specific deadline has been announced, suggesting it may be a rolling application process. The grant likely supports research and development of anti-drone technologies. Eligibility criteria have not been detailed yet. You should check the Innovate UK website for full programme details when they become available.

CfI: Boosting fathers’ engagement to improve child outcomes

Innovate UK

This grant supports projects that boost fathers' engagement to improve outcomes for children. Innovate UK is funding research and development work in this area. You can lead a project if you meet the eligibility criteria. The funding amount is not specified in the available information. There is no set deadline as applications appear to be rolling. This is likely aimed at organisations working in child development, family support, or social research. You will need to check the full guidelines for specific eligibility requirements and funding amounts.

Future offshore wind technologies: industrial research (research organisations)

Innovate UK

Innovate UK is offering up to £10 million for UK businesses to research offshore wind technologies. The funding supports industrial research across two competition strands. You must be a UK registered business to apply. The money helps develop new technologies for offshore wind energy. This is part of efforts to advance renewable energy in the UK. The funding comes from Innovate UK's innovation programmes.

Dual-use aviation systems and autonomy

Innovate UK

This grant supports the development of dual-use aviation systems and autonomy technology. Dual-use means technology that can be used for both civilian and military purposes. The funding comes from Innovate UK. The grant is available across the UK. No specific funding amounts are mentioned. There is no set deadline, suggesting applications may be accepted on a rolling basis. Eligibility criteria are not specified in the available information.

Public Engagement Spark Awards 2026A

Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)

The Public Engagement Spark Awards provide up to £100,000 for projects that engage the public with STFC science. STFC supports research in areas like particle physics, astronomy, and space science. You must include an STFC subject matter expert in your project team. The funding helps you create activities, events, or resources that make complex science accessible to the public. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no fixed deadline. The grant covers projects across England. You can use the money for staff costs, materials, equipment, and event expenses.

Binn Wind Turbine Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

The Binn Wind Turbine Community Fund supports community projects in three specific areas of Scotland. You can apply if your project benefits people living in Glenfarg, Abernethy & District, or Auchtermuchty & Strathmiglo Community Council areas. The fund is managed by Foundation Scotland. No funding amounts are specified in the available information. There is no set deadline, so applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis. The fund focuses on projects that help local communities in these areas.

Caithness Futures Education and Training Fund

Foundation Scotland

The Caithness Futures Education and Training Fund provides bursaries for people living in Caithness. You can use the money to improve your job prospects or start a new career. The fund helps pay for education and training courses. It is run by Foundation Scotland as a charitable fund. The amount of money available is not specified. There are no set deadlines, so you can apply at any time. You must live in Caithness to be eligible.

Caithness Futures Fund

Foundation Scotland

The Caithness Futures Fund supports community groups in Caithness, Scotland. The fund helps groups that work towards the Caithness Area Place Plan. In 2026, the main focus will be health and wellbeing projects. There is also support for employability through the Caithness Futures Education and Training Fund. The fund appears to have rolling deadlines. Funding amounts are not specified. You need to be a community group working in Caithness to apply.

Caithness Futures Maternity Grants

Foundation Scotland

This grant helps pregnant women in Caithness with the costs of maternity services. You must be in your third trimester of pregnancy to apply. The grant reduces the financial burden of accessing maternity care. It is available to all pregnant women in the area. The funding amount is not specified. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis. You do not need to be employed or run a business to apply. This is personal support for expectant mothers.

NnG Community Fund

Foundation Scotland

The Neart na Gaoithe Community Fund supports charitable activities in specific Scottish coastal areas. It covers East Lothian, Fife, East Berwickshire coast, and five Community Council areas along the Berwickshire coast. The fund runs from 2025 to 2028. Foundation Scotland manages the fund. Local arrangements for distributing money will vary by area. These arrangements will be shared when they are finalised. The funding amount is not yet specified. Application deadlines are not yet confirmed.

HMCTS Digital Support Service Fund

This fund is run by Action Together and supports digital services related to HMCTS (His Majesty's Courts and Tribunals Service) in North West England. The funding aims and eligibility details are not currently available. The fund appears to be rolling, with no fixed deadline.

Henry Smith Foundation – Early Years Parenting Fund

Henry Smith Foundation

This fund supports parenting programmes for children aged newborn to five years. It focuses on communities where children face the biggest gaps in early development outcomes. Your organisation must work closely with parents and understand their needs. The first round targets areas with the largest outcome gaps in North West England.

Muslim War Memorial Fund

Muslim War Memorial Fund

This fund supports the creation of a national memorial honouring Muslim contributions to the First and Second World Wars. One organisation, or a group working together, can apply to design and deliver the memorial. The memorial must be a permanent tribute to the hundreds of thousands of Muslims who served. The fund is available in North West England.

HIWCF Community Group Grants

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Community Foundation

This grant supports smaller, grassroots community groups across Hampshire, Southampton, Portsmouth and the Isle of Wight. You can apply for between £1,000 and £5,000. The programme runs annual themed rounds, so the focus changes each year. Non-profit organisations can apply, including charities, CICs, and constituted community groups.

Nidderdale Plus Community Fund

Two Ridings Community Foundation

This fund supports local charitable activity in Nidderdale and the surrounding area. You can use the money to run activities for local people or cover overhead costs. Grants range from £200 to £2,000.

Discovery Research

Wellcome

Discovery Research grants support innovative research in climate and health, infectious disease, and mental health. The funding is open to researchers at all career stages, from early-career to established programme leaders. You can use the money to pursue discovery-led research that advances understanding in these critical health areas. The grant operates on a rolling deadline, so you can apply at any time. Applications are only accepted from researchers based in England. The funding amount is not specified and likely varies based on your research proposal and career stage.

Infectious Disease

Wellcome

Wellcome funds research into infectious diseases through their strategic programme. The grant supports work on prevention, treatment, and understanding how diseases work. You can research global health challenges related to infectious pathogens and antimicrobial resistance. The funding is available to researchers at different career stages in England. No specific funding amounts are mentioned. Applications appear to be accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline.

Cellnex Community Fund

Cellnex

The Cellnex Community Fund gives up to £5,000 to community projects. You can use the money for digital inclusion, skills training, environmental projects, or education programmes. The fund supports projects that help people, improve local areas, and promote technology access. Registered charities, charitable incorporated organisations, and not-for-profit groups can apply. You need at least three unrelated people on your governing body. Applications are accepted throughout the year on a rolling basis.

Rosa 'The Stand With Us Fund'

Rosa

Rosa offers grants up to £28,000 for women's organisations tackling male violence. The money helps strengthen your organisation through strategy development, better governance, and leadership training. You can also use it to build stronger partnerships with other groups. These are one-year grants for frontline services that support women and girls. Your organisation must be run by women for women. You need an annual income between £100,000 and £500,000. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis with no set deadline.

Armed Forces grants

Plymouth City Council

Plymouth City Council offers grants for projects that benefit the armed forces community. This includes military personnel, veterans, and their families. The funding supports initiatives that make a difference to this community in the South West of England.

UKRI policy internships 2026

Biotechnology and Biological Sciences Research Council (BBSRC)Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC)Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC)Economic and Social Research Council (ESRC)Medical Research Council (MRC)Natural Environment Research Council (NERC)Science and Technology Facilities Council (STFC)

UKRI offers three-month policy internships for doctoral students in 2026. You must be a current UKRI-funded PhD student. The internship happens at influential policy organisations. It forms part of your existing doctoral studies. You do not get extra funding as this uses your current studentship money. The internship gives you policy experience while completing your PhD. No separate application deadline is mentioned.