Charities, CICs, CIOs, schools, local authorities, and community partnerships can apply for grants of £30,000 to £100,000 to expand youth work in areas of England with high levels of antisocial behaviour. Funded through the £19 million Million Hours Fund, projects must offer activities for young people aged 10–18 (or up to 25 with SEND), helping improve wellbeing, life skills, and access to trusted adults. Activities may include drop-in clubs, sports or creative sessions, peer support, or street-based outreach, delivered by trained staff or volunteers. The funding can be used for staff salaries, volunteer expenses, training, and other direct delivery costs such as materials, equipment, and food. Projects must take place in eligible ward areas identified by police data and be youth-led and inclusive. Most funding must be spent by March 2026. Applications close at 12 noon on 22 October 2025, or earlier if oversubscribed. £19M Million Fund Opens for Youth Work Projects (England)

Disabled individuals, as well as disability groups, tennis clubs, schools, and associations across the UK that work with people with disabilities, can apply for grants from the Dan Maskell Tennis Trust to support participation in tennis. Individuals may receive up to £600, while groups, clubs, or projects can obtain up to £1,600. The grants can be used for coaching with LTA-licensed coaches, court hire, tennis wheelchairs, and equipment like rackets. Applicants seeking sports wheelchairs may be required to make a personal contribution. The Trust holds four funding meetings annually; the next application deadline is the 26th October 2025. Grants Available for Disabled Individuals and Groups to Play Tennis (UK)

Registered charities working to improve the lives of disadvantaged Londoners can now apply for funding through the London Catalyst Main Grants Programme. This programme supports projects that will enhance community health and wellbeing, particularly those tackling poverty and social isolation. Grants of up to £10,000 per year are available, with the possibility of multi-year funding for up to three years. Projects must primarily benefit adults aged 18 and above living within the M25. Previously supported projects have included mental health services, enhanced healthcare access, and well-being initiatives for disadvantaged communities. Organisations with an annual income of less than £500,000 are eligible to apply. The closing date for applications is 15th September 2025. Funding to Support Vulnerable and Disadvantaged People (London)

Registered charities, charitable incorporated organisations, and in exceptional circumstances Community Interest Companies can apply for grants for projects that support offenders and ex-offenders as well as into work and helping specific less popular groups within the criminal justice sector. The funding is being made available through the Weavers’ Company who are looking specifically to support projects helping offenders find work as well as projects that support marginalised groups. A secondary priority is given to projects aiding disadvantaged young people, including immigrants, in realising their potential and engaging in society. The Weavers’ Company has two funding streams: a Small Grants Programme offering up to £5,000, and a Main Grants Programme with no maximum limit. Funding covers both project and core costs. Applicants must demonstrate efforts to secure other funding and future sustainability. The next application deadline is the 13th November 2025. Funding to Support Disadvantaged Young People and Offenders (UK)