Grocers’ Charity Grants Scheme Now Open

A new round of funding is now available for small charities across the UK, offering flexible support for a wide range of community-led projects.

The The Grocers’ Charity has opened its latest grants programme, providing one-off grants typically up to £5,000 to help organisations deliver meaningful impact within their communities.

What the Funding Supports

The Grocers’ Charity funds a broad range of causes, making this an accessible and flexible opportunity for many VCSE organisations.

Funding priorities include:

• Relief of hardship – including homelessness support, domestic abuse services and work in deprived communities
• Children and young people – building confidence, skills and wellbeing
• Older people – reducing isolation and supporting independent living
• Disability and inclusion – tackling barriers and supporting participation
• Health – including equipment, wellbeing support and medical research
• Military – support for veterans and their families
• Arts and heritage – widening access and preserving culture
• Environment and conservation – protecting habitats and tackling climate change

Who Can Apply

Applications are open to:

• UK registered charities
• Organisations with an income under £500,000
• (Medical charities may have income up to £15 million)

This makes the fund particularly well-suited to small and grassroots organisations.

Deadline

Applications close: 1 September 2026

Find Out More and Apply - For full guidance and to apply, visit the funder’s website: