New Funding Opportunities
Grants to Support Vulnerable People During the Cost-of-Living Crisis (UK - Various Locations)
Grants of up to £2,500 are available to UK registered charities and community groups to help address the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.
The Arnold Clark Community Fund is open to organisations directly helping people most impacted by rising living costs. This includes:
Accommodation aid - shelters, women’s aid, Homelessness assistance (food or housing). Help with appliances and household bills – for example, organisation focusses on energy bills for community
Food and utility banks - hygiene banks, women’s aid, baby banks, food poverty, resources for refugees and asylum seekers. For example, food vouchers, pet food, food / utility packages, laundry services
Poverty relief and equal opportunities - disability groups and youth groups in lower income areas. For example, funding for social activities or work experience, amateur sports clubs and reduced rates, community-based trips
Eligibility:
registered charities
local community groups
social enterprises
community interest companies
groups of organisations that are community or voluntary-led.
charitable incorporated organisations
Organisations must be operating within 50 miles of anArnold Clark branch. Applications are particularly encouraged from smaller voluntary and community organisations.
The closing date for applications is the 31st July 2025.
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https://www.arnoldclark.com/community-fund
£400,000 Foodbank Fund to Support Disadvantaged Communities (UK)
In response to the cost-of-living crisis, the Asda Foundation has launched the Foodbank Fundamentals Fund, allocating a total of £400,000 in funding to support not-for-profit organisations that provide food and essential supplies to the UK’s most disadvantaged communities.
The fund will consider applications from not-for-profit organisations with an annual income below £250,000, such as:
food banks
community pantries
social supermarkets
soup kitchens
breakfast clubs
Grants of £750 can only be used for the following (or a combination of):
essential food (inc. baby food/formula)
basic hygiene items (inc. toiletries, nappies and baby wipes)
white goods (e.g. fridge, freezer)
storage and essential fixtures/fittings (i.e. containers, shelving)
fuel costs for delivering food provisions to isolated members of the community
Applications will close at 10 am on the 29th July 2025 but may close early if demand is high.
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https://asdafoundation.org/our-grants/foodbank-fundamentals-fund/
Grants of up to £5,000 Available to Increase Employment Opportunities for Disadvantaged Adults (UK)
Grants of up to £5,000 are available to registered charities to support projects that equip people (18 or older in order) from disadvantaged groups with the communication skills necessary to gain employment.
Priority will be given to projects that target people experiencing multiple deprivation or other groups facing major hurdles to employment, especially women, people with physical, mental, or learning disabilities, refugees and asylum seekers.
The funding is being made available through the Thomas Wall Trust and to be eligible, applicants must:
Be a UK charity that has been registered with the Charity Commission for at least 3 years
Be a project or running costs for a charity that equips people (aged 18 and over) with the skills ready for employment
Have an annual turnover of between £25,000 - £500,000
Beneficiaries must gain at least one accredited vocational qualification during delivery or within two months of project completion.
The deadline for stage 1 applications is the 22nd September 2025. Applicants who are successful at this stage will be invited to submit a stage 2 application.
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https://www.thomaswalltrust.org.uk/grants-for-registered-charities-2/
Funding to Support Disadvantaged Young People and Offenders (UK)
Registered charities, charitable incorporated organisations, and in exceptional circumstances Community Interest Companies can apply for grants for projects that support offenders and exoffenders as well as into work and helping specific less popular groups within the criminal justice sector.
The funding is being made available through the Weavers' Company. In allocating funding, priority is given to projects that support offenders into work and projects that work with less popular groups in society. A secondary priority is given to supporting projects that work with young people from disadvantaged and socio-economically challenged groups, such as immigrants, to ensure they are given every possible chance to realise their full potential and to participate fully in society.
The Company operates two funding streams:
A Small Grants Programme that provides grant of up to £5,000
A Main Grants programme which has no maximum grant limit
The funding is available for both project and core costs. Applicants must show they have investigated other sources of funding and made plans for future funding.
The next closing date for applications is the 13th November 2025.
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https://weavers.org.uk/charity/charitable-grants/
National Lottery Grants for Heritage - Grants of up to £10 Million Available (UK)
Not-for-profit organisations across the UK can now apply for grants of between £250,000 and £10 million from the National Lottery Heritage Fund for projects connecting people and communities to UK heritage.
The funding can be used to support a broad range of activities and project costs, such as:
volunteer expenses, new staff posts and training costs
capital works, repair, maintenance and conservation
professional fees, event costs and activities to strengthen organisations
acquisition of heritage and costs associated with the purchase
costs to join Fit for the Future, a UK-wide environmental sustainability network
Projects must take into account the National Lottery Heritage Fund’s four investment principles:
saving heritage
protecting the environment
inclusion, access and participation
organisational sustainability
Partnerships are encouraged.
Up to 10% match funding is required.
The next deadline for applications is 12 noon on 6 August 2025.
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https://www.heritagefund.org.uk/funding/national-lottery-heritage-grants-250k-10m
Funding for Rural Community and Education Projects (UK)
The NFU Mutual Charitable Trust offers grants for initiatives that support charities in the UK working in agriculture and rural development. The Trustees are particularly interested in initiatives that meet the following criteria:
Advance the education of the public using research and dissemination of information about agriculture, a key area of interest for the Trustees.
Advance the education of young people within rural areas
Relieve poverty within rural areas
Promote the benefit and social welfare of rural community inhabitants by associating with the inhabitants and local authorities, voluntary and other organisations to advance education and leisure.
Promote research into agriculture-associated activities
Advance the education of the public using research and dissemination of information in relation to insurance provided that the charity may also promote, facilitate and support any such other purposes as are exclusively charitable according to the laws of England and Wales
Grants range from £1,000 to £ 50,000. Larger donations are specifically aimed at supporting organisations that have a significant impact on rural communities at a national level.
The next closing date for applications is the 10 October 2025.
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https://www.nfumutual.co.uk/about-us/charitable-trust/
Harold Hyam Wingate Foundation (UK)
The Harold Hyam Wingate Foundation has announced that the next application deadline for their grants programme is 5pm on the 26th August 2025.
The programme provides support to small UK-registered charities in five areas:
the performing arts
music
Jewish life and learning (including interfaith initiatives)
Medical Research Travel Grants
Personal Awards (New July 2025)
A new Personal Awards category has been introduced, offering grants of up to £5,000 to support individuals driving innovative change within the Foundation’s existing themes.
The Foundation aims to support initiatives that significantly impact individuals and/or communities and leave a lasting legacy.
Large charities will not be considered.
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https://wingate.org.uk/support/
£50,000 Grant Competition for University-Based Social Enterprises (UK)
Student and graduate entrepreneurs emerging from UK universities have the chance to win funding to scale up their social enterprise.
The Ford Family Foundation’s Ignite Competition invites applications from social innovators passionate about creating positive social or environmental change through their emerging ventures whether advancing education, public or mental health, refugee support, climate solutions, or community-based initiatives.
The winner will receive a £20,000 Impact Accelerator grant, and a tailored support package to help them scale up their social enterprise. A further £30,000 will be shared between four other finalists.
To be eligible, applicants must:
have at least one founder who is a student or recent graduate (past 3 years) of a UK university
be a registered organisation (for-profit startup, a CIC, or a charity)
show evidence of demonstratable social and/or environmental impact
be generating or planning to generate at least 50% of income through trading
have a turnover or investment to date under £100,000
The five shortlisted finalists will be announced in August ahead of a pitching and celebration event in October.
Each business will need to provide a written application or 5-7 slide pitch deck, a five-minute video pitch, and financial projections for the next 12 months.
The closing date for applications is the 31st July 2025.
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https://ignitecomp.co.uk/
Grants Available to Support Science Projects for Students with Special Educational Needs (UK)
UK primary and secondary school teachers can apply for grants of up to £3,000 to support investigative STEM research projects that are designed for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
The funding, made available through the Royal Society’s Partnership Grants Scheme, can be used to purchase equipment for projects in science, mathematics, engineering, or computing (STEM).
To qualify for funding, projects need to partner with a practicing scientist or engineer currently working in a STEM-related profession, such as a researcher or analyst.
The Partnership Grants scheme is an annual funding round. The process opens in February each year, with three possible submission deadlines throughout the year. The next deadline this year is the 1st December 2025.
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https://royalsociety.org/grants-schemes-awards/grants/partnership-grants/send/
Funding for School Climate & Biodiversity Projects (UK)
UK primary and secondary schools can apply for grants of up to £3,000 for projects tackling climate change and biodiversity. This funding is provided by the Royal Society's Tomorrow's Climate Scientists Programme, an extension of their Partnership Grants Programme, which aims to engage students in environmental challenges while promoting STEM education.
To qualify for the funding, schools must partner with a STEM professional from academia or industry. The grants are primarily intended to cover the cost of necessary equipment for these projects.
The application deadline is the 1st December 2025.
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https://royalsociety.org/grants-schemes-awards/grants/partnership-grants/tomorrows-climatescientists/
Grants of up to £2,000 to Support Public Engagement in Molecular Biosciences (UK)
The Biochemical Society has reopened its Scientific Outreach grants programme to support public engagement and outreach activities in molecular biosciences.
Individuals, groups, and organisations can apply for grants to fund a variety of activities across the UK.
Two tiers of funding are available:
Up to £1,000 is available for one-off, smaller events which can include:
re-using established activities/resources in a new context or with a new perspective
development of a new activity or resource for participants
inspiring workshops or lectures for students, teachers or communities
development of online content or activities that could be used to engage communities
community-led activities based on your research interests
Up to £2,500 is available for repeat, scalable and sustainable events which can include:
development of a new activity or resource for groups of participants for sustained use
series of far-reaching activities for students, teachers or communities beyond your institution that involve continued engagement with participants
development of a new or expansion of an established engagement event, such as a science or community festival
sustained community-led activities or engagement based on your research interests that will continue to engage the desired communities or groups
Collaborations between organisations, such as schools, universities, businesses, community centres, and science and discovery centres are encouraged.
Applicants do not need to be members of the Biochemical Society.
The application deadline is the 6th October 2025. Applications should be submitted at least 6 weeks before the proposed event/activity.
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https://www.biochemistry.org/grants-and-awards/grants-and-bursaries/scientific-outreach-grants/
EngineeringUK Opens Bursary Scheme to Promote STEM Engagement in Schools (UK)
EngineeringUK has announced the launch of its latest bursaryscheme aimed at increasing participation in STEM (science, technology, engineering and mathematics) among school students across the UK. The funding, worth £650 per eligible secondary school, is designed to support hands-on learning activities that help pupils from all backgrounds explore STEM subjects and potential careers.
The initiative, delivered through the organisation’s Neon platform and Big Bang at School programme, is targeted at schools with high numbers of students from underrepresented groups, including girls, pupils receiving free school meals, disabled students, and those from minority ethnic backgrounds.
Eligible applicants include primary, secondary, special educational needs (SEN) and all-through schools that meet EngineeringUK’s Priority Schools criteria. Schools must use the funds to either book activities from the Neon platform, host a Big Bang at School event, or cover costs related to participation such as equipment, transport, or teacher cover.
Applications for the 2025–2026 academic year are open until 31 July 2025, with successful schools expected to be notified by September. Activities must be completed by 31 July 2026. Schools are also required to submit feedback and an invoice to claim the funding.
EngineeringUK has long advocated for inclusive outreach efforts, stating that equitable access to quality STEM experiences is essential in addressing the skills gap and boosting future workforce diversity in engineering and technology sectors.
For schools interested in applying, full guidance and eligibility criteria are available on the EngineeringUK and EUK Education websites. (link below).
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Grants for Ecological Outreach Projects (UK)
The British Ecological Society(BES) has launched its latest round of Outreach and Engagement Grants, offering up to £2,000 per project to support initiatives that connect public audiences with the excitement of ecological science.
Eligible applicants include individuals, teams, and organisations such as researchers, educators, museums, schools and community groups provided the lead applicant is a BES member.Applications from schools must involve significant outreach beyond schools. Projects aimed solely at delivering curriculum to schoolchildren will not be considered.
Proposals must clearly focus on engaging non-academic audiences and may include events, digital media, exhibits, or community-led ecological activities.
The funding can be used for a wide range of costs, including travel, venue hire, small equipment, marketing, evaluation, and one-off contractor fees. Projects must run for no more than 12 months and demonstrate a meaningful public engagement strategy. BES is particularly interested in projects with strong links to ecological research and with regional or broader impact.
Applications for the current funding round are open until the 8th September 2025, with successful applicants notified in late November. Projects should begin from December 2025 onward.
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https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/content/outreach-and-engagement-grants/
Grants for Ecological Outreach Projects (UK)
The British Ecological Society(BES) has launched its latest round of Outreach and Engagement Grants, offering up to £2,000 per project to support initiatives that connect public audiences with the excitement of ecological science.
Eligible applicants include individuals, teams, and organisations such as researchers, educators, museums, schools and community groups provided the lead applicant is a BES member.Applications from schools must involve significant outreach beyond schools. Projects aimed solely at delivering curriculum to schoolchildren will not be considered.
Proposals must clearly focus on engaging non-academic audiences and may include events, digital media, exhibits, or community-led ecological activities.
The funding can be used for a wide range of costs, including travel, venue hire, small equipment, marketing, evaluation, and one-off contractor fees. Projects must run for no more than 12 months and demonstrate a meaningful public engagement strategy. BES is particularly interested in projects with strong links to ecological research and with regional or broader impact.
Applications for the current funding round are open until the 8th September 2025, with successful applicants notified in late November. Projects should begin from December 2025 onward.
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https://www.britishecologicalsociety.org/content/outreach-and-engagement-grants/
Grants of up to £3,000 for School Science Projects (UK)
The Royal Society, the world's oldest scientific institution promoting scientific research and knowledge, has announced that its Partnership grants programme has reopened for applications. The programme awards grants of up to £3,000 to primary and secondary schools to support the teaching of STEM subjects (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics).
These projects must be run at a primary or secondary school or college, collaborating with a professional scientist or engineer. Eligible applicants include any UK primary or secondary school teacher or a practicing scientist/engineer, provided that the students participating in the project are aged between 5 and 18.
Applicants are required to establish a partnership before initiating the application. The application should be started by the school partner, serving as the primary applicant, while the secondary partner should be a STEM professional currently working in a related field, such as a researcher or analyst.
The scheme also runs a sub-programme, "Tomorrow's Climate Scientists," which specifically funds schools to research climate change and biodiversity issues. The application process for this extension mirrors that of the main scheme. For additional details regarding this extension, please email the Schools Engagement team at education@royalsociety.org
The next deadline for applications is the 1st December 2025.
Projects previously funded:
What’s the Weather Like? - a Partnership Grants project between Mead Community Primary School and Black and Veatch that has enabled pupils to begin predicting their local weather.
Shooting stars on camera: Colour composition and contrasts: Aproject between William Perkin C of E High School and the Open University. Students have been determining the origin and elemental structure of meteors under the guidance of academic professional, Professor MonicaGrady.
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https://royalsociety.org/grants/partnership-grants/
Funding for Marine Conservation Projects (UK)
Marine conservation charities and not for profit organisations (including schools) based and working in the UK can apply for grants of up to £2,500 towards projects and research that address the root causes of marine conservation threats and challenges in the UK and increase the number of people taking action for marine conservation.
The funding, which is being made available through the Sea-Changers Main Grants programme, seeks to support creative and innovative approaches which have lasting benefits and outcomes. SeaChangers is particularly interested in grassroots projects which galvanise community action and in projects which increase the number of people taking action for marine conservation.
Small grants of up to £500 are also available.Applications to the Small Grants programme can be made at any time.
The next deadline for applications is the 30th September 2025.
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https://www.sea-changers.org.uk/grants
Music for All Opens New Funding Round (UK)
Music for All has opened a new round of Community Project Funding for projects and initiatives across the UK seeking to bring music to their community.
Grants are available to community groups, schools and individuals under a number of different categories, each with their own criteria and award amounts.
This round will support:
community groups working with underprivileged children aged 0-4 years
community groups working with groups with mental health challenges and/or affected by loneliness/isolation
community projects supporting those with physical mobility and accessibility needs
community groups providing choral singing opportunities for underprivileged groups
entry-level descant recorders and music packs for communities in deprived or marginalised areas
Grants of up to £2,000 are available in this round.
The deadline for applications is 12pm on the 24th September 2025.
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https://www.musicforall.org.uk/
Music Grants for Older People (England & Wales)
The registered charity, Concertina, makes grants of up to £250 to charitable bodies that provide musical entertainment and related activities for the elderly.
The charity is particularly keen to support smaller organisations which might otherwise find it difficult to gain funding. Concertina has made grants to a wide range of charitable organisations in England and Wales. These include funds to many care homes for the elderly to provide musical entertainment for their residents. Some of the charities that have received grants from Concertina include:
Theatre Chipping Norton to help fund high calibre music recitals in six Care Homes in the area.
Sue Ryder Care, Lancashire to fund access to music therapy workshops at Birchley Hall near Wigan and St Helen’s.
The next closing date for applications is the 3ist October 2025.
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http://www.concertinamusic.org.uk/Grants.php
Funding to Support Early Career Music Promoters (England)
The PRS Foundation is currently offering grants to support the career development of music promoters in England.
The Early Career Promoter Fund offers grants of up to £3,500 and capacity-building support to help early career independent promoters of all genres with a range of activities including:
the booking, programming and promotion of events (including gigs, concerts, club nights, showcases, tours and other performances)
costs associated with music activities (including venue hire, production, artist and/or DJ fees, crew fees, administration and other related costs)
promotion costs (including design costs, print costs, distribution costs, advertising, and digital marketing costs)
capacity building (including mentoring, coaching, shadowing, workshops, masterclasses, and other skill-building and networking opportunities)
Other expenditure which helps grantees to programme a diverse range of artists, develop new audiences and build their skills
The scheme will also help to address underrepresentation in music by ensuring support reaches a diverse range of promoters.
The Arts Council England and the Department for Culture, Media and Sport support the fund.
The closing date for applications is the 4th September 2025.
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https://prsfoundation.com/funding-support/funding-for-industry-professionals/early-career-promoterfund/
Grants of up to £500,000
Available to Enhance the Capital's Environment (London)
The Mayor of London has launched the Green Roots Fund, a £12 million programme offering funding to transform London’s green and blue spaces. Running from summer 2025 to spring 2028, the fund is designed to support projects that enhance biodiversity, improve climate resilience, and promote community engagement across the capital.
Grants ranging from £10,000 to £500,000 are available, with funding awarded for both physical improvements and enabling activities. Implementation projects may include wetland restoration, tree planting, rewilding, and sustainable drainage systems (SuDS), while enabling projects might focus on feasibility studies, community outreach, or volunteer training. The maximum project length is two years.
Applications are open to a wide range of not-for-profit organisations, including local authorities, charities, social enterprises, housing associations, tenant management organisations, and community groups. Partnerships are encouraged, particularly where councils collaborate with third-sector organisations.
The current funding round prioritises projects that deliver clean and healthy waterways, aligning with wider environmental goals for London. The deadline for applications is 21 August 2025 at 2pm.
All projects must demonstrate a long-term benefit for the public and the natural environment.
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https://www.london.gov.uk/programmes-strategies/environment-and-climate-change/parks-greenspaces-and-biodiversity/green-roots-fund?ac-241276=241275
Funding to Support Vulnerable and Disadvantaged People (London)
London Catalyst, a charitable organisation that provides grants to support initiatives addressing the health and well-being of vulnerable individuals in London, has announced that its Main Grants programme has re-opened for applications.
The programme is designed to support registered charities with an annual income of £500,000 or less, focusing on funding new initiatives and the development of services that improve health outcomes, including those related to poverty, housing, education, employment, discrimination, and isolation.
Organisations can apply for a maximum grant of £10,000 for one year, with the opportunity for single or multi-year grants up to 3 years.
Eligible projects must primarily benefit adults aged 18 and above living within the M25.
Previous projects and activities supported include:
Mental Health Support Programme: London Catalyst funded a project that established a mental health support programme for young adults in underserved communities, providing counselling services and mental health resources to improve well-being
Community Health Clinic Expansion: Through London Catalyst's support, a community health clinic was able to expand its services to reach more residents in need, offering free healthcare consultations, screenings, and health education programmes
Homelessness Prevention Initiative: London Catalyst backed a project aimed at preventing homelessness by providing financial assistance, job training, and housing support to individuals facing housing insecurity, leading to sustainable housing solutions and improved livelihoods
The closing date for applications is 15th September 2025.
Our Hardship Grants Programme aims to support vulnerable individuals in emergencies through our partner agencies. Organisations, including registered charity organisations, churches, NHS agencies and Local Authority agencies with direct contact with their beneficiaries, are eligible to apply.
Organisations can apply for 1 year of funding, and the maximum grant is £2,000.
The London Catalyst also runs a Hardship Grants programme. Hardship of up to grants of up to £2,500 can typically be used for food, travel, top-ups for mobile phones, SIM cards, temporary accommodation, personal hygiene, and medicine. The next closing date for applications is 30th July, followed by 15th October 2025.
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Funding Reminders
Funding to US-UK Strengthen US - UK Cultural and Educational Cooperation (UK)
The US Embassy in the United Kingdom has announced its Annual Programme Statement (APS) for 2025, inviting applications for grants ranging from $10,000 to $100,000. The total funding available under this scheme is up to $800,000, subject to the availability of appropriated funds.
The grants aim to support programmes that enhance the US-UK partnership through cultural, educational, and outreach activities. Eligible projects may include curriculum development, student exchanges, speaker programmes, arts and film initiatives, conferences, symposia, facultydevelopment, and the public dissemination of academic research.
TheAPS is managed bythe Cultural Office of the US Embassyand is open to non-profit and educational organisations.
Priority areas of the programme are:
Democracy and Shared Values: Activities that promote the U.S.-UK bilateral relationship and build people-to-people ties.
Global Challenges: Activities that build public support for the U.S.-UK alliance and U.S. foreign policy priorities related to shared national security challenges; and/or address transnational challenges such as mis- and disinformation from hostile actors; and/or projects that promote peaceful dialogue and counter radicalization, and equity and social justice.
Climate Change, Science, and Technology: Activities that build awareness, action and cooperation on global priorities including climate/environment, sustainability, cybersecurity, entrepreneurship, STEAM, and/or improve the connections between U.S. and UK businesses.
Applications are being accepted on a rolling basis until the 15th August 2025. Proposed programmes must be completed within 12 months or less.
Organisations wishing to apply must submit a detailed proposal that outlines the project’s objectives, implementation plan, and budget.
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Grants of up to £5,000 Available to Promote Horticulture and Public Gardens (UK)
Organisations involved in horticulture, gardening, or botany can apply for grants of up to £5,000 from the Stanley Smith (UK) Horticultural Trust. Established in1970, the Trust has awarded over £3.2 million to more than a thousand recipients, supporting projects that promote horticulture, conserve the environment through biodiversity, develop public gardens, and advance horticultural education.
Eligible projects include the restoration of historic gardens, creation of new public garden spaces, horticultural research, publications, and plant study expeditions. The Trust welcomes applications from organisations and institutions undertaking significant projects in these areas. The grants aim to enhance public access to gardens, promote horticultural knowledge, and conserve plant diversity.
Previous projects supported include
Marble Hill Restoration Project
In 2019, English Heritage initiated a landscape restoration at Marble Hill to revive its historic landscape and improve biodiversity. Supported by a grant from the Trust, the project involved planting new trees and enhancing green spaces for public enjoyment.
Gardens Through Time at the Museum of the Home
The Museum of the Home undertook a complete replanting of its "Gardens Through Time" as part of a major redevelopment. With assistance from the Trust, the project revitalised the gardens, offering visitors insights into horticultural history and design.
The next closing date for applications is the 15th August 2025.
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£1 Million Circular Electricals Fund Launched to Combat E-Waste (UK)
Material Focus, an independent, not-for-profit organisation dedicated to increasing the reuse and recycling of unwanted electricals across the UK, has launched the £1 million Circular Electricals Fund to support innovative projects aimed at reducing electronic waste in the UK.
The fund seeks to promote sustainable practices in the electricals sector by encouraging the development of durable products, efficient material recovery methods, and circular business models.
Eligible UK-based organisations, including industry bodies, non-profits, private companies, compliance schemes, universities, and research institutions can apply for grants of up to £150,000 per project.
The grant supports initiatives that focus on three key areas:
enhancing materials recovery (e.g., through advanced recycling technologies),
improving product design for longevity and repairability,
and developing business models that encourage reuse and waste reduction, such as leasing or product-as-a-service schemes.
In addition to financial support, successful applicants will receive industry networking opportunities, communications assistance, and access to the latest industry data and research trends.
This funding initiative addresses the growing issue of electronic waste in the UK, where approximately two million tonnes of electrical appliances are discarded annually. Research indicates that discarded electrical items contain materials worth nearly £1 billion, including critical elements like copper and lithium. By supporting projects that extend the lifespan of electrical goods and improve material recovery, the fund aims to mitigate environmental impacts and promote resource efficiency
Applications for the Circular Electricals Fund are open until the 14th August 2025. Interested organisations can apply through the Material Focus website, where they can also download the applicant's guide and FAQs for more detailed information.
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The National Churches Trust’s Medium Grants Programme (UK)
Grants of up to £10,000 are available to listed and unlisted Christian places of worship of any denomination across the UK for project development and investigative work up to RIBA planning stage 1. This support is for churches preparing for a major project and developing their project to the point at which they can approach a major grant funder. Grants will never exceed 50% of the net project costs for this phase.
The National Churches Trust's Medium Grants Programme can now offer grants of up to £10,000 for urgent and essential maintenance and repair projects costing between £20,000 and £80,000. Grants cannot exceed 50% of the net project costs.
The deadline for applications is the 12th August 2025.
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