How to apply

Quick-start guide

If you’re interested in applying to the Sustainable Future programme, here is a quick start guide on how to apply:

  1. Please read the guidance on the Programme Criteria page to see if this programme is a good fit for your project.
  2. Please read the information on our Am I Eligible page, paying particular attention to the general exclusions, to check if you are eligible to apply to us.
  3. Whether you are a new or returning applicant, please contact the programme team to discuss your project before applying. We will help to determine if your project is a good fit for this programme. If you do not speak to the team before applying, there is a higher chance that your application will not result in a grant offer. You can contact the team by emailing the programme manager, Jo Wilce, or the grants officer, Louise Ross.
  4. When you’re ready to apply, head to the Application Process page to make sure you have the required documents, and work through the steps to submit your application.

Any questions? Please contact the team by emailing the programme manager, Jo Wilce, or the grants officer, Louise Ross.

Key dates

Register for an account by Monday, 18 August 2025.

Apply by 12 noon, Monday, 1 September 2025.

Applicant discussions for shortlisted applications on Tuesday 21st and Wednesday 22nd October (London or online).

Decisions shared by the week commencing 8 December 2025.

Registering for an account

We only accept applications online via our grants management system.

Before you set up an account, please check whether you are eligible to apply for funding.

You must have an account for our grants management system to be able to make an application. For account registration and application deadlines, please see the When to Apply page. Please do not register for an account if you are not eligible. 

For instructions on how to register for an account, please see the Apply Now page.

Application checklist

You will need the following documents when making your application, which must be in PDF format.

  • Narrative proposal
  • Budgets
  • Accounts
  • Governing document (non-charities only)
  • Early closing report (existing grantees only)

For guidance on what these documents should include, please see the Apply Now page.