Grant Funding and support to Social Entrepreneurs in the UK
Deadline: 30-Sep-21
The UnLtd is offering grant funding and support to social entrepreneurs trying to start-up or grow their social business.
3-year Pilot Grant-making Program to assist Small and New NGOs. Deadline to apply: 15 August 2021
An Opportunity for NGOs engaged in eradicating Child Labour, Forced Labour, and Human Trafficking. Deadline to apply: 15 August 2021
Grants for Researchers working in the Arts, Humanities, or Social Sciences + Fully-funded to the US. Deadline to apply: 1 October 2021
Open Call for Young Leaders advancing SRHR. Deadline to apply: 15 July 2021
Human Rights Initiative for supporting Women ($20,000 Grants). Deadline to apply: 1 September 2021
Top Dutch Donors that fund internationally to improve livelihoods in communities
One-time Microgrant for NGO Projects that generate Social Impact. Deadline to apply: 30 June 2021
$15,000-$25,000 Funding for Women and Children living in Extreme Poverty. Deadline to apply: 31 July 2021
Seed Grant for Grassroots Organizations and Women-led Initiatives. Deadline to apply: 31 July 2021
Grants to support NGOs working to end the HIV Epidemic. Deadline to apply: 30 June 2021
Fellows will receive Project and Connect Fund to address Water-related Issues
Apply for Project Funding in areas of Art and Culture (Arab Region)
This Call is offering Seed Money to Research Projects in Africa
Global Humanitarian Initiative seeks applications from anywhere in the world
Unrestricted Grants for improving Health Equity and reducing Health Disparities among Vulnerable Communities
Focus Areas
UnLtd have two focus areas where they think social entrepreneurs can make a big difference. They have dedicated teams and specialist support available to social entrepreneurs with ideas to help people in these areas.
Healthy ageing: You have an idea or a business which will help the UK become a better place to grow old. For example, you could be helping older people to enjoy physical exercise, creating better quality dementia care or working to allow older people to remain independently in their own homes for longer.
Access to employment: You have an idea or a business aimed at helping people into good jobs and meaningful employment, particularly those who are currently denied those opportunities – such as ex-offenders, people with learning differences, and/or disabled people.
Benefits
Starting your social business – Up to £5,000: They can support people from the early stages of forming an idea, to those who have been trading for under a year, whether or not you have already established your organisation. This includes exploring ways to increase your impact, establish your financial sustainability and grow as a social leader.
Growing your social business – Up to £15,000: You are already running a social business that is making a positive difference and you have compelling evidence of your impact. You are looking for the support to realise your potential to grow your impact and expand.
Up to 12 months of tailored support: Expert education and advice including access to other passionate people doing good
Dedicated support manager: Someone to coach, mentor and support you to achieve your goals
Access to expert mentors and pro bono support: Expert advice and mentoring through the generous community of business professionals, corporate partners and social entrepreneurs who volunteer their skills and expertise
Access to workshops and learning: Through the regular workshops and support you will be able to learn about different aspects of running a social business
Eligibility Criteria
You are under 16 years old
You are not the founder of the business
You are looking for funding for a one-off or short-term project where there is limited potential for a sustained and longer-term impact
Your organisation is predominantly focussed on having an impact on people or places outside the UK
Your organisation has been legally established for over four years at the time of application (companies house registration or charity commission)
Your organisation had a turnover of over £250k in their last financial year
Your organisation is political or involves religious campaigning
Your organisation involves activities outside of the law, against public policy or anything which encourages ethnic, religious or commercial disharmony
For more information, visit https://www.unltd.org.uk/awards