Early Years Parenting Fund opens for applications in June

Summary:The Henry Smith Foundation has launched its Early Years Parenting Fund for charitable organisations working with families of children aged 0 to 5. The fund aims to improve early childhood development outcomes through effective parenting support, with a focus on Black, Pakistani, Gypsy, Roma and Traveller communities and children living in the most deprived 20% of areas nationally.

Application window:Opens 3 June, Expressions of Interest due by 1 July

Value:Grants are worth £56,250 a year for four years, giving a total of £225,000 per organisation, and can be used flexibly for running costs.

Applicant support:

• • an eligibility quiz
  • webinar on 2 June, 11am-12pm – register here
  • accessibility funding