Grants & Programmes
We help local groups and organisations apply for funding through our grants and programmes. Find out more below and sign up to our mailing list for the latest opportunities.
Are you an Islington group or organisation looking for funding? Through our grants and programmes, we support you to respond to local needs, reach people who are often left out, and create lasting change in your community. Together with our partners, friends, and supporters, we aim to:
- connect people who are isolated
- support families having a tough time,
- improve mental health for everyone,
- make sure young people have the best chance in life.
We know you understand your community best. Our role is to back your ideas with funding, trust, and support.
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- Make it Happen – a small grants scheme for Islington residents and groups which offers funding up to £500 for people to act on things they care about locally.
- The Disability Fund – grants of up to £3,000 to help you remove barriers, build inclusive spaces, and ensure people with disabilities can fully access Islington’s arts, culture, sport, and community life.
- Catalyst – working with our partners to award up to £500 to people on low incomes to pay for opportunities that make a difference.
Read more about our funding programmes below. If you’re not sure which fund fits your project or just want to talk an idea through, please get in touch. We’re always happy to help and would love to hear what you’re working on.
Make it Happen
Do you have a project or event idea that could positively impact your community? Apply now to Make it Happen! This is a rolling programme and the next deadline for applications is Monday 12th October 2026, 10am.
Grants & Programmes
Do you have a project idea that could make a real difference to your community? Make It Happen is a small grants scheme for Islington residents that offers funding up to £500 for people to act on things they care about locally.
The Disability Fund supports organisations’ capacity to be inclusive so that people living with disabilities can take full advantage of what is on offer in Islington. Grants of up to £3,000 are available per organisation.
Islington Giving’s Jobs Placement Programme aims to connect young people with paid, meaningful work experience and sustained support, while reducing the risk for employers to take on young people.
Closed Grants & Programmes
Is your local project going above and beyond what you are funded to deliver? Would extra resources help you offer even more integrated support ? If so, Islington Giving’s 2025 Community Panel wants to hear from you!
Do you have an idea for a project that could benefit Islington’s older residents? Our funding call for applications is now open! The closing date is Monday 11 December 2023.
Are you an existing food aid provider in Islington? Are you interested in working toward a more sustainable model? We invite you to apply for the Islington Food Fund 2025 call. The deadline for applications is Monday 31st March 2025.
The Family Panel is a group of eight local residents who have joined Islington Giving to shape this open call and make grant decisions that will benefit Islington parents and carers.
Can you help us bridge the gap in support systems for those at risk of homelessness? Mind the Gap will fund mental health, psychological and advocacy support. The closing date is Friday 28th April 2023.
Calling Islington-based voluntary groups and organisations! Our Young Grant Makers have just released their new funding call. Read the criteria and apply today! The deadline for applications is Monday 8th December at 11am.
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