Funding for organisations working with young people aged up to 25 years

Summary: Grants from Joanies Fund to support local organisations with charitable aims working with young people aged 0–25 in England and Wales, particularly projects linked to employment, training, accreditation, education, and community integration. Innovation, entrepreneurship, and youth co‑design are strongly encouraged.

Application window: Expected to open 13 April, deadline: 31 July 2026

Grant size: Typically, £2,000–£3,000 per project (discretionary).

Eligibility: Open to small, local organisations with charitable purposes, including:

• • community groups
  • CICs/social enterprises
  • faith‑based organisations (where benefits are non‑religious)
  • certain national charities with strong local presence,
  • schools for non‑statutory activities.
  • Priority is given to small local organisations.