Young People’s Programme/ The Allen Lane Foundation / Apply anytime
Funding to Support Disadvantaged Young People (UK – excl. Greater London)
What is available?
Grants of up to £15,000 are available to UK charities and not-for-profit organisations working with young people aged 12-21 who are socially excluded or marginalised, and who are experiencing or may have experienced significant issues within their lives.
The Allen Lane Foundation Young People’s Programme is keen to support young people who are facing difficult challenges and barriers to accessing support and opportunities.
A particular focus is given to supporting:
• children who are considered persistently absent from school
• those leaving school with no qualifications
• children and young people in/leaving care
The average grant is around £5,000 to £6,000.
The funding could be used, for example, for:
• pro-active youth clubs
• activities for disaffected young people
• employment opportunities
• to provide experience which help young people to find structure
Who can apply?
Organisations that work across a local area, such as a village, estate, or town, must have an annual income of less than £100,000 to be eligible. Organisations that work across the entire UK must have an annual income of less than £250,000 to be eligible.
The Foundation does not fund work within Greater London.
When do the applications close:
Trustees meet to discuss grant applications three times a year, generally in February, June and October.
Applications can be made at any time.
How to Apply:
For more information and to apply please visit: Young People’s Programme – The Allen Lane Foundation
