Applications to the Social Impact Fund are OPEN NOW!

*Applications will close at 23:59 on Sunday 10 May 2026*

Bring Your Social Impact Idea to Life
Do you have a bold idea to drive positive change but need funding to get started? The Social Impact Fund is here to help. Open to student- and graduate-led initiatives, the fund offers £500 to support projects that make a difference – whether you’re addressing health inequalities, tackling climate change, or building stronger communities.

Who Can Apply for the Social Impact Fund?
The Social Impact Fund is open to undergraduate and postgraduate students, as well as recent graduates (up-to 18 months post-graduation) with a vision to deliver a charitable project or community-based initiative that addresses a social need. You can apply as an individual with an idea for social change or as a founder or contributor to an existing charitable project, group or initiative.

What Can the Social Impact Fund Be Used For?
Funding can be used to:

• Develop a new idea from concept to launch
• Cover delivery costs such as materials, travel, or equipment
• Support or scale an existing charitable or community initiative

The fund is flexible and designed to help you take meaningful action – whether you’re just starting out or building on an existing impact.

Am I Eligible for Social Impact Funding?
To be eligible for Social Impact Funding, applicants must meet the following criteria:

• You must be able to provide at least secondary evidence of the social need your project addresses.
• You should be able to clearly explain how your initiative will drive sustainable social change

Want to discuss your eligibility for funding or get feedback on an application?

Book a Social Impact Lab 1:1 appointment with a member of the team.

We strongly recommend booking a 1:1 appointment – It’s one of the best ways to strengthen your application and improve your chances of success.

If you have further questions at this stage, you can also email the Social Impact Lab at [email protected].

*Please note that the link will take you through to the Student Enterprise Fund. This is correct and you will need to select that your are applying for funding for a social enterprise or social impact project.