16-24? Live in Islington? Want to gain skills, earn money and make change in your community? Become a Young Grant Maker!
“Young Grant Makers gives us the power and a voice to provide life-changing opportunities. I’ve seen it happen myself!”
Our Young Grant Makers programme gives 12 young people the power to fund the local youth projects and services that are most important to them. You could be one of them!
Young Grant-Makers is a five-month resident-led programme that gives young people (aged 16-24) the power to choose how money is spent on youth projects and services in Islington (e.g. homelessness, knife crime, etc.). Sessions will take place on Tuesday evenings from 5-7pm from October 2026 to February 2027 with a break for the December school holiday. The role is a part-time, five-month contract, working 2+ hours per week at £14.80. You will receive support and training to build new skills and learn about funding services.
The closing date for applications is Monday 15th September 2026 at 1pm.
Why apply?
There are so many benefits to becoming a Young Grant Maker:
- Have a real say: help make funding decisions that affect young people in Islington.
- Back projects you believe in: support local ideas and organisations that are making a difference.
- Build your skills and experience: get training and develop skills in decision-making, teamwork, communication and more.
- Get paid: you’ll receive the London Living Wage (£14.80 per hour) for your time.
- Help share power: be part of a movement putting young people at the heart of decisions about funding.
- Meet other young people: work alongside a team of Young Grant Makers, share ideas and have fun along the way.
“Young Grant Makers are different young people fighting for different causes; it’s an amazing way to take action and see the benefits of our decisions in real-time.”
How to apply
Before you apply, we encourage you to read the application pack which includes more details about the role.
There are two ways to apply:
1. Fill out this short form; or
2. Send us an email with a video, audio or written answers to the following questions to Jarah Begum at Jarah.begum@islingtongiving@org.uk
- What has been your favourite memory living in Islington?
- What issues are facing young people in Islington?
- Thinking about your personal experience, what is something you would’ve liked available in Islington to overcome a challenge you’ve faced?
- Why do you want to be part of a programme that gives young people power to shape their local area?
- Information about you, as follows:
· full name
· date of birth
· phone number
· email address
· Postcode
· parent/carer name and contact details (if you’re under 18 only)
· any dietary or access requirements
The closing date for applications is Monday 15th September, 1pm.
If you have any questions and/or would like support or to have an informal chat about the role and the recruitment process, please email Jarah Begum at Jarah.begum@islingtongiving@org.uk or call 07949410327. We look forward to hearing from you.
Helpful information
Accessibility: We want to make the programme as inclusive and accessible as possible; we can discuss any support (e.g. reimbursement for travel, childcare, documents in preferred language, hearing loop, large font, etc.) you may need at any point during the recruitment process. For information, our office has lift access and accessible, gender-neutral toilets.
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion: We value diversity, equality, and inclusivity. Applications are especially welcomed from underrepresented backgrounds, including but not limited to gender, race, age, sexual orientation, disability, and religion.
AI guidance: At Cripplegate Foundation and Islington Giving we understand that generative AI tools (like ChatGPT or Claude) can be useful and help save time. We welcome the use of these tools to help you communicate your ideas clearly and accessibly. However, for the strongest chances of success, your application must be driven by human creativity, passion, and actionable plans. Read our full guidance here.
Helpful links
[Videos] Young Grant Makers Playlist
[Report] Young Grant Makers report 2023
Projects funded by the Young-Grant Makers 2022-2023
Why you should apply to Young Grant Makers! Interview with Izzy Petriti
