Find a Grant

Overview

Find a Grant is the UK government's official digital service for discovering open grant opportunities from government departments and arm's-length bodies. Hosted at find-a-grant.service.gov.uk, it consolidates publicly funded grant programmes in one searchable place, making it easier for charities, voluntary organisations, social enterprises, and community groups to find and apply for public money. The service covers grants from across government, including the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), the Home Office, the Department for Education, and other central government funders, providing a single starting point for organisations seeking government support.

What You Can Find Here

• Open grant rounds from UK central government departments including DCMS, Home Office, and MHCLG
• Grants from public arm's-length bodies such as Sport England, Arts Council England, and Historic England
• Upcoming and future grant programmes not yet open - allowing advance planning
• Detailed eligibility criteria, award amounts, and closing dates for each grant opportunity
• Direct links to each funder's application system or guidance pages
• Search and filter by funding theme, eligible organisation type, and geographic area

Who Should Use This

• Registered charities and charitable incorporated organisations (CIOs) seeking UK government core funding or project grants
• Voluntary and community organisations without charitable status but pursuing public benefit activities
• Social enterprises and community interest companies (CICs) eligible for government-funded programmes
• Local authorities and public sector bodies looking for central government grants to co-fund local initiatives
• Grant managers and fundraising professionals conducting systematic searches across government funding
• Researchers and policy analysts tracking how UK public grant funding is being distributed

How to Get Started

1. Step 1: Visit find-a-grant.service.gov.uk and browse or search for grants relevant to your organisation and work
2. Step 2: Use the filters to narrow down by funding type, eligible organisation, sector, or location
3. Step 3: Click on a grant listing to read the full description, eligibility requirements, and award details
4. Step 4: Follow the link to the funder's own website or application portal to begin your application
5. Step 5: Note the closing date and any expression of interest deadlines before committing to a full application
6. Step 6: Check back regularly as new grants are added and upcoming rounds open throughout the year

Things to Check Before Applying

• Find a Grant lists primarily England-focused government grants - Scottish, Welsh, and Northern Irish equivalents are on separate devolved funding portals
• Not all UK government grants are listed - some programmes are administered directly by departments without appearing on the service
• Grant eligibility typically requires UK registration, demonstrated public benefit, and often a minimum track record
• Government grants are competitive - read the assessment criteria carefully and tailor your application accordingly
• Some grants are restricted to specific geographic areas, communities, or themes - check the full terms before applying

Frequently Asked Questions