As the final echoes of Glastonbury fade into the Somerset hills and the UK continues to sweat through its first official heatwave of the year, one thing’s clear — this summer is coming in hot. With temperatures topping 30°C and fans flying off the shelves, the country’s been buzzing with festival energy and sun-drenched streets. But while music lovers soaked up the vibes at Worthy Farm, Community Interest Companies and grassroots charities have their own headline acts to focus on — funding.
In this month’s roundup, we’ve handpicked six powerful grant opportunities that are open right now — no loans, no fluff, and all perfectly suited to organisations driving social impact. Whether you’re building resilience, tackling inequality, or simply keeping your community cool, now’s the time to tap into this June 2025 grant wave.
✅ 1. Colyer-Fergusson Charitable Trust – Investing in Young People
What it funds: Projects supporting disadvantaged young people aged 14–25 in Kent. Focus areas include employability, training, and social mobility.
- Grant size: £5,000 to £60,000
- CICs eligible? Yes
- Deadline: Rolling (apply anytime)
- 🔗 Apply here
✅ 2. Woodward Charitable Trust – Small Grants Programme
What it funds: Core costs and new projects helping disadvantaged families, children, or those dealing with mental health and homelessness.
- Grant size: Typically £1,000 to £3,000
- CICs eligible? Yes (smaller organisations preferred)
- Deadline: Ongoing
- 🔗 Apply here
✅ 3. Allen Lane Foundation
What it funds: Grassroots work with marginalised groups — including asylum seekers, LGBTQ+ communities, elderly isolated people, and victims of abuse.
- Grant size: Up to £15,000 (typical awards £5,000–£6,000)
- CICs eligible? Yes
- Deadline: Rolling (no fixed deadline)
- 🔗 Apply here
✅ 4. Morrisons Foundation Grants
What it funds: Capital items such as equipment, renovations, and vehicles for UK charities and CICs that make a tangible difference in their community.
- Grant size: Up to £10,000
- CICs eligible? Yes (must have charitable aims)
- Deadline: Ongoing
- 🔗 Apply here
✅ 5. National Lottery – Bringing People Together
What it funds: Collaborative community projects that strengthen relationships, tackle isolation, and foster a sense of belonging.
- Grant size: Flexible (typically £20,000 or more)
- CICs eligible? Yes
- Deadline: Open – apply anytime
- 🔗 Apply here
✅ 6. National Lottery – The UK Fund
What it funds: Large-scale projects with UK-wide relevance. Current priorities include youth voice, climate action, community integration, and equity.
- Grant size: High-value (depends on scope and impact)
- CICs eligible? Yes
- Deadline: Rolling
- 🔗 Apply here
âš¡ Final Thought
Whether you’re launching summer youth activities, upgrading your community space, or responding to the rising cost of living, these grants could be the key to scaling your impact. And with deadlines either open or ongoing, now is the time to act.
At KG Accountants, we support CICs and charities through every stage — from structuring your finances to writing budgets that funders actually want to see.
📞 Need help applying? Book a free 15-minute call today:
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