Each year, the Bernard Sunley Charitable Foundation gives more than £4.5 million in grants to capital projects that support communities and provide facilities for those in need. Charities that are seeking funding for a capital project such as new build, major refurbishment or transport, can apply to the Foundation for a contribution towards the costs. […]
Education & training
Grants for education and training, including funds for schools in Devon
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Steel Charitable Trust: UK Under-26 Fund
The Steel Charitable Trust has launched a new funding strategy with changes to its grants programme. From 2025, it will offer two funding streams: one focused on activities benefiting Luton; and a new Under-26 Fund for the rest of the UK. Under-26 Fund Charities can apply for funding for projects that focus on creating educational […]
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Ufi Ventures Challenge Fund
The Ufi Ventures Challenge Fund is designed to support early-stage businesses that are developing and deploying vocational technology to support people with essential skills for work. The funding is in the form of investment capital for businesses that have scalable tech solutions that will have a significant impact on helping adults to acquire workplace skills. […]
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Heritage Crafts
Heritage Crafts is a national charity that provides support for traditional heritage crafts. The charity offers a selection of grants and bursary schemes to support makers with skills development and to ensure the viability and sustainability of craft businesses. The following opportunities are available: Maker Relief Fund: small grants for people facing financial hardship while […]
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Tabhair Trust
The Tabhair Trust provides grants of between £500 and £5,000 for charities in the UK and Ireland that support the disadvantaged and promote education, training and community action. The aim is to support vulnerable people, particularly in disadvantaged communities, by providing opportunities for education, training and personal advancement. The funding is for charities that provide […]
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South West Water Community Grants
South West Water has two grant schemes to support communities in the SWW area. Neighbourhood Fund There is a total budget of £100,000 to help fund community groups that benefit people and the environment. Schools, registered charities, other not-for-profit organisations, CICs and community groups can apply for a grant of £1,000 or £2,000 to help […]
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Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust
Talented craftspeople and makers who wish to develop advanced skills in contemporary or traditional crafts can apply to the Queen Elizabeth Scholarship Trust for a scholarship of up to £18,000. You must display a high level of skill in your chosen field and have a strong connection to the appropriate materials, technical skills and processes. […]
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Universal Music UK Sound Foundation
The Universal Music UK Sound Foundation is dedicated to the improvement of music education with a focus on youth. The scheme aims to support the access to music for schools, students and teachers by supporting the purchase of musical instruments and equipment. Schools can apply for up to £1,500 towards the cost of musical resources. […]
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The Society Foundation
The Society Foundation provides grants for small organisations that help potentially disadvantaged people to move towards paid work. The following groups of people are prioritised: the recently homeless or vulnerably housed ex-offenders 16-24 year olds not in employment, education or training (NEET) Grants are typically up to £2,500 and can be used for capacity building […]
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Fisheries and Seafood Scheme
The Fisheries and Seafood Scheme provides financial assistance for projects that support the development of the catching, processing and aquaculture sectors, and for projects that enhance the marine environment. It has re-opened with a further £2m of funding to distribute. The scheme provides funding for a range of projects that deliver the following high-level outcomes: […]