Grants of up to £60,0000 are available to groups of state schools (in partnership with local voluntary organisations where appropriate) for projects aimed at supporting their most challenged pupils, strengthening links with home life and coordinating the support of other available professionals. The funding is being made available through the John Lyon’s Charity’s Schools in Partnership Fund and is available to schools in Barnet, Brent, Camden, Ealing, Hammersmith & Fulham, Harrow, Kensington & Chelsea and the Cities of London and Westminster. Previous projects supported include St Anselm’s RC Catholic Primary School which received a grant of £38,000 for a play therapy project with four other schools and the Catholic Children’s Society (Westminster); and Kingsbury High School which received a grant of £15,000 for a psychotherapy project with Brent Centre for Young People. There is a two-stage application process.  Stage one applications can be submitted at any time.  Stage one applications that are assessed positively will be invited to submit a stage two application. Funding to Support Disadvantaged Pupils in State Schools (London)

Registered charities and exempt bodies in London planning building refurbishment projects of less than £200,000 can apply for grants of between £5,000 and £10,000. The building work can include general refurbishments or a specific scheme, repairs, creating disabled access, or fulfilling Health and Safety requirements or fire protection. The funding is being provided through the Rose Foundation, and applications can be submitted until the 31st March 2026. Funding for Charity Building Projects (London)

The London Catalyst charitable organisation has announced that its Main Grants programme will reopen for applications on 1st July 2025, targeting organisations with an income under £500,000. The grants aim to support new initiatives or service developments focused on improving the health and well-being of vulnerable Londoners affected by long-term ill-health, disability, or poverty. Eligible projects must primarily benefit adults over 18 living within the M25. Grants of up to £10,000 per year are available, with possible multi-year funding for up to three years. Previous supported projects have included mental health services, enhanced healthcare access, and well-being initiatives for disadvantaged communities in London. The closing date for applications will be the 15th September 2025. Funding to Support Vulnerable and Disadvantaged People (London)

The Matthew Good Foundation has opened the next round of its Grants for Good Fund. The aim is to support small charities, not-for-profit groups, and social entrepreneurs passionate about making a difference for people, their communities, and the environment. The Fund will share £15,000 between five shortlisted projects every three months, which will be voted for by John Good Group employees. The project that receives the most votes will receive a grant of £5,000, second place £3,500, third place £2,500, and fourth and fifth place, both receiving £2,000. As well as established projects and charities, the Foundation wants to hear from people with innovative ideas that need some funding to get their projects up and running. To be eligible, applicants must have had an income of less than £50,000 in the last 12 months. Funding is awarded every three months and the next deadline for the next funding round is the 15th September 2025. Funding for Projects that Have a Positive Impact on Communities, People or the Environment (UK)