Deadline: February 16, 2026
Applications are now open for the Theirworld Small Grants Programme 2026, a global funding opportunity for registered charities and non-profit organisations working to improve education, child development, and youth empowerment.
The programme supports initiatives that help address the global education crisis, especially projects focused on disadvantaged, marginalised, and overlooked children and young people in the UK and around the world.
About the Theirworld Small Grants Programme
Established in 2004, the Theirworld Small Grants Programme provides small but high-impact funding to grassroots organisations whose work improves access to education, community health, and support services for children, caregivers, and youth.
The grants are designed to help organisations:
- Scale up existing projects
- Test innovative ideas
- Deliver essential education and support services at the community level
Grant Value
- Grants range from £1,000 to £10,000
- Funding is typically provided as a single payment
Who Can Apply? (Eligibility Criteria)
To be eligible for the Theirworld Small Grants Programme 2026, applicants must:
- Be a registered charity or not-for-profit organisation
- Work with children, young people, or caregivers
- Run projects aligned with education, health, or youth development
- Demonstrate how a small grant can create significant local impact
Priority Focus Areas
Projects should align with at least one of Theirworld’s three thematic education areas:
🎓 Thematic Areas
- Best Start in Life
- A Safe Place to Learn
- Skills for the Future
🌍 Cross-Cutting Strategic Priorities
Priority will be given to projects addressing one or more of the following:
- Climate action
- Gender equality
- Inclusion
- Peace and security
- Health and nutrition
What Types of Projects Are Prioritised?
- Education access for marginalised children
- Community-based learning initiatives
- Youth skills development programmes
- Caregiver and child support services
- Pilot projects or innovative education solutions
Why Apply for the Theirworld Small Grant?
- Ideal for small NGOs and grassroots organisations
- Supports education and youth-focused projects
- Open to organisations worldwide, including Africa and Nigeria
- Flexible funding to test ideas or expand impact
- Strong focus on sustainable development and equity in education
How to Apply
Interested organisations should apply via the official Theirworld Small Grants Programme application portal.
👉 Application Deadline: February 16, 2026
For full guidelines and application details, visit the Theirworld Small Grants Programme page on Theirworld’s official website.
