Announcement: VODA's telephone number is changing on 17 November 2025. From this date, please call 0191 323 2040
Small grants are available for older people living on low incomes. They can only be accessed via a third-party “Referral Agent” (such as a local charity or community organisation). The person must also have no more than £5k in savings and must not have served in the UK Armed Forces.
Grants can be put towards:
Up to £500. Individuals via third party. No deadline.
The Esmee Fairbairn Foundation provides substantial grants to UK organisations seeking to create long‑term impact and drive systemic change. Funding supports core costs or projects that align with the Foundation’s strategic priorities, including social justice, community wellbeing and environmental sustainability.
The Schroder Charity Trust provides one‑off grants of up to £5,000 to UK‑registered charities. Its funding aims to support disadvantaged children and young adults, and strengthen communities by improving wellbeing, education, employment prospects and life outcomes for vulnerable groups. Who
The Clothworkers’ Foundation offers ongoing capital grants to UK‑registered charities, community interest companies and other not‑for‑profit organisations to support projects that benefit disadvantaged or marginalised people and communities. Who can applyUK charities, CICs and other registered not‑for‑profits (including special schools)
The Rewilding Innovation Fund supports projects that can accelerate rewilding across Britain. Open to initiatives at any stage—from early planning to trialling new approaches—the fund offers up to £15,000 to help projects overcome barriers, explore new ideas and unlock future
