Top 15 Grants you can still apply for in 2025
findable, fair, and fast
If you’ve ever searched “what grants are still open in the UK,” you’ve probably found a maze of outdated lists, expired deadlines, and confusing jargon. That’s why we’ve pulled together this up-to-date list of 15 UK grants still open in 2025 — covering small businesses, startups, charities, and community projects.
At Roott, we believe funding should be findable, fair, and fast. Our AI-powered platform helps you discover, filter, and apply for grants that match your goals — all in one place.
💼 1. Innovate UK Smart Grant
Funding amount: £100,000 – £2 million
Who can apply: UK-based businesses developing innovative products, processes, or services.
Deadline: Rolling deadlines throughout 2025.
Why it’s great: One of the UK’s biggest innovation funds, ideal for tech and R&D-led projects.
👉 Track open calls on Roott under “Innovate UK.”
🏭 2. The UK Shared Prosperity Fund (UKSPF)
Funding amount: Varies by local authority.
Who can apply: Local councils, charities, and community groups.
Deadline: Deadlines vary by region.
Why it’s great: Supports local skills, employment, and community infrastructure.
👉 Search your local council area in Roott to see available UKSPF calls.
🌍 3. National Lottery Community Fund
Funding amount: £10,000 – £500,000
Who can apply: Charities, CICs, and voluntary organisations.
Deadline: Rolling.
Why it’s great: Flexible, accessible, and focuses on community wellbeing.
🧠 4. Arts Council England – National Lottery Project Grants
Funding amount: £1,000 – £100,000
Who can apply: Individual artists, creative groups, and arts organisations.
Deadline: Open all year.
Why it’s great: Ideal for creative and cultural projects.
⚙️ 5. Innovate UK Fast Start Grants (for Startups)
Funding amount: £25,000 – £50,000
Who can apply: Early-stage startups and young companies.
Deadline: Expected spring/summer 2025.
Why it’s great: Helps startups develop prototypes and validate ideas quickly.
🌿 6. The Carbon Trust Green Business Fund
Funding amount: Up to £20,000
Who can apply: SMEs investing in energy efficiency.
Deadline: Rolling.
Why it’s great: Cuts costs and carbon footprint at the same time.
🏢 7. Prince’s Trust Enterprise Programme
Funding amount: £1,000 – £5,000 (plus mentoring)
Who can apply: Young entrepreneurs aged 18–30.
Deadline: Rolling.
Why it’s great: Combines funding with long-term business mentorship.
⚡ 8. Made Smarter Innovation Challenge
Funding amount: £50,000 – £300,000
Who can apply: Manufacturers and tech SMEs.
Deadline: Expected summer 2025.
Why it’s great: Supports UK manufacturers adopting digital technologies.
🧩 9. UnLtd – Awards for Social Entrepreneurs
Funding amount: £8,000 – £18,000
Who can apply: Social enterprises and impact startups.
Deadline: Rolling.
Why it’s great: Great for community-led and social impact ventures.
🧬 10. Biomedical Catalyst (Innovate UK)
Funding amount: £250,000 – £4 million
Who can apply: Life sciences and medtech innovators.
Deadline: Mid-2025.
Why it’s great: Supports cutting-edge medical innovation.
🏘️ 11. Community Ownership Fund
Funding amount: £250,000 – £1 million
Who can apply: Community groups and local organisations.
Deadline: Rolling rounds in 2025.
Why it’s great: Helps communities buy or restore local assets (like pubs or halls).
🧰 12. Innovate UK Women in Innovation Awards
Funding amount: £50,000
Who can apply: Female entrepreneurs leading innovation.
Deadline: Early 2025.
Why it’s great: Dedicated support for women innovators.
🚜 13. Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (DEFRA)
Funding amount: £1,000 – £50,000
Who can apply: Farmers and agricultural businesses.
Deadline: Typically spring 2025.
Why it’s great: Encourages modern, sustainable farming practices.
🔬 14. Knowledge Transfer Partnerships (KTPs)
Funding amount: Up to £90,000
Who can apply: UK businesses working with universities.
Deadline: Rolling.
Why it’s great: Bridges research and commercial application.
🧩 15. The UKRI Future Leaders Fellowship
Funding amount: Up to £1.5 million over 4–7 years
Who can apply: Researchers and academics.
Deadline: Annual round, late 2025.
Why it’s great: Funds ambitious, high-impact research careers.
🚀 How to Find and Track Grants Automatically
Keeping up with open and closing dates is exhausting — that’s where Roott comes in.
Our AI-powered grant discovery platform:
Monitors 1,000+ UK funding sources.
Flags deadlines automatically.
Suggests the best-fit grants for your business or project.
Helps you draft stronger applications with AI tools.
👉 Try it free: Find Grants on Roott
🧭 Final Tip
Searches for “UK grants 2025” spike every January–March, but most people only find half the opportunities. The winners are those who stay organised, track deadlines, and apply consistently.
With Roott, you don’t just find grants — you stay ahead of them.
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