The Fore has announced that its Autumn 2026 Funding Round will open in July, offering unrestricted grants of up to £45,000 to small charities and social enterprises across the UK.
The funding is designed to help organisations strengthen their sustainability, grow their impact and build long-term resilience.
Successful applicants will receive:
- An unrestricted grant of up to £45,000 spread over one to three years
- Access to free professional support from experienced specialists
- Workshops covering fundraising, communications, finance, strategy and more
- A fully funded place on an impact measurement course
- Peer networking opportunities
Who Can Apply?
The programme is open to:
- Registered charities
- Charitable Incorporated Organisations (CIOs)
- Community Interest Companies (CICs) limited by guarantee
- Community Benefit Societies (CBSs) with an asset lock
Applicants must have an annual income of less than £500,000.
How to Apply
Organisations must first register their interest.
Registration opens: 12pm on Wednesday 8 July 2026
Registration closes: 12pm on Wednesday 15 July 2026
If more organisations register than places are available, places on the funding round will be allocated at random.
Successful applicants will then be invited to submit a full application by 5pm on Monday 7th September 2026.
Information Session
The Fore will host an online Q&A session on:
Wednesday 8 July 2026
3:00pm – 4:00pm
This session will provide further information about the fund and application process.
Find Out More
Visit The Fore website for eligibility details, registration information and application guidance.
