As a result of the pandemic, the UK government is making specialised budgets and emergency funds available to those organisations that need it most. With new and adapted financing programs and funding schemes now being offered, our trusted researchers are closely monitoring the funding landscape to keep you informed of the latest news and updating this dedicated page.
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Thu, 23 July, 2020
Funding is being offered to help the UK’s emerging Black music makers adapt and sustain their creative work during the disruptive and evolving conditions brought about by the coronavirus outbreak.
Tue, 21 July, 2020
Support is available for licensed waste management facilities operating in Scotland to assist with the COVID-19 recovery.
Mon, 20 July, 2020
New funding of £266 million available to local authorities, registered providers, and their local partners across England to engage with the next stage of the COVID-19 Rough Sleeping response.
Thu, 16 July, 2020
Additional government support announced for universities in England facing insolvency as a result of the coronavirus.
Wed, 15 July, 2020
One-off grants to relieve the hardship caused by the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic on small and medium-sized not-for profit organisations specialising in work with refugees, asylum seekers and migrants.
Tue, 14 July, 2020
Funding available to support social enterprises who have been affected by the pandemic, so they can meet additional demands, change the way they work, make their spaces COVID-secure, and manage liquidity.
Tue, 14 July, 2020
Scotland’s early-stage innovative businesses are being offered a mix of funding options to survive the effects of the coronavirus crisis.
Wed, 8 July, 2020
Additional support has been announced to help businesses and employees weather the significant downturn caused by coronavirus.
Wed, 08 July, 2020
Core funding for small and medium-sized charities who need financial help due to lost income in the current financial year as a result of the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic.
Mon, 6 July, 2020
Museums, galleries, theatres, independent cinemas, heritage sites and music venues across the country are to be protected with emergency grants and loans.
Fri, 3 July, 2020
Funding is available for small businesses in England's tourist destinations to help them recover from a dramatic loss of business caused by the coronavirus pandemic and the resulting lockdown.
Wed, 1 July, 2020
New funding available for data and digital projects to help local authorities in England with their COVID-19 recovery and renewal efforts.
Tue, 30 June, 2020
The Chancellor has expanded a fund for UK start-ups hit by the coronavirus crisis, ensuring those that shifted their headquarters abroad can still access the scheme.
Mon, 29 June, 2020
Funding is now available to support newly-established firms in Wales that are struggling in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
Mon, 29 June, 2020
Funding is available for UK businesses, research organisations and academia, for new projects focusing on sustainable economic recovery and rebuilding amongst all sectors after the effects of COVID-19.
Thu, 25 June, 2020
Schools and local authorities in England can apply for additional support to provide vouchers to pupils eligible for free school meals over the summer holiday period during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Wed, 24 June, 2020
A loan scheme for housebuilders in Scotland with liquidity issues – due to the temporary closure of the sector as a result of COVID-19 – is calling for final applications.
Wed, 24 June, 2020
Aquaculture businesses threatened by the effects of the coronavirus have only days left to access financial support from the Scottish Government.
Mon, 22 June, 2020
Not-for-profit organisations in the UK that employ people from vulnerable/disadvantaged groups and have suffered a loss of trading income due to the coronavirus pandemic have one week to apply for a grant.
Thu, 18 June, 2020
Eligible dairy farmers can now apply for up to £10,000 to overcome the impacts of coronavirus.
Thu, 18 June, 2020
The Scottish Government has announced additional funding for renewables projects to contribute towards a green recovery following the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Tue, 16 June, 2020
Grants are available to help UK museums, galleries and cultural organisations respond to immediate challenges connected to the COVID-19 crisis.
Mon, 15 June, 2020
One-off emergency grants for charities in Northern Ireland which have exhausted all other avenues of support and are facing imminent closure due to the impact of the coronavirus pandemic.
Thu, 11 June, 2020
Sport England is providing funding for innovative projects that support underserved communities to stay active during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Wed, 10 June, 2020
Support is available for businesses in North East England that have experienced disruption as a result of the coronavirus outbreak.
Wed, 10 June, 2020
New programme aims to fund sustained responses to the coronavirus/COVID-19 situation.
Tue, 09 June, 2020
Emergency grants to help fund urgent maintenance, repairs and investigations at historic sites and buildings across England due to the impact of the coronavirus/COVID-19 outbreak.
Tue, 09 June, 2020
More of Scotland’s firms can now apply for support to survive the coronavirus outbreak, however, there is just one month left to apply.
Thu, 04 June, 2020
Funding is being provided to SMEs in the West of England that wish to innovate in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
Thu, 04 June, 2020
Applications for the new Welsh dairy support scheme will open soon, supporting farmers hardest hit by the recent exceptional market conditions due to COVID-19.
Wed, 03 June, 2020
Eligible English dairy farmers will be able to apply for up to £10,000 to overcome the impact of coronavirus.
Tue, 02 June, 2020
Specialist women’s organisations across the UK can apply for unrestricted funding to deal with the impact of the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic on their work.
Mon, 01 June, 2020
The self-employed will be able to claim a second grant in August, and the furlough scheme will be more flexible, bringing employees back part time in July.
Wed, 27 May, 2020
A fund has been launched for UK healthcare firms to find new ways of using digital technology to combat coronavirus.
Tue, 26 May, 2020
One-off grants for projects supporting people from Armed Forces communities who are isolated as a result of the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic.
Fri, 22 May, 2020
Small and medium-sized charities will be able to apply on the National Lottery Community Fund website from 10 am on Friday 22 May.
Thu, 21 May, 2020
The Government has published details of how domestic abuse and sexual violence support services in England and Wales can apply for a share of the £25 million extra funding due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Thu, 21 May, 2020
The Culture Secretary has announced that £150 million will be taken from dormant bank accounts to help charities whose work has been affected by the COVID-19 crisis.
Thu, 21 May, 2020
Applications are now being accepted for larger grants to cover emergency costs during the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis.
Wed, 20 May, 2020
Smaller registered charities across the UK that are working with some of the older people hardest hit by the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis can apply for grants.
Wed, 20 May, 2020
InterTradeIreland has launched new COVID-19 support programmes to help businesses in in manufacturing and tradable services through these challenging times.
Wed, 20 May, 2020
The Government's £500 million Future Fund is now open for applications, with innovative and high-growth businesses able to secure investment to help them through the coronavirus outbreak.
Tue, 19 May, 2020
Businesses will soon be able to benefit from larger loans to help them survive the coronavirus downturn.
Tue, 19 May, 2020
Support is available for Scotland’s tourism organisations that are suffering in the wake of the coronavirus outbreak.
Tue, 19 May, 2020
Employers will be able to make claims through the Coronavirus Statutory Sick Pay Rebate Scheme from next week.
Mon, 18 May, 2020
Grants are on offer to small firms across the UK, supporting them through the difficulties they are experiencing because of the impacts of the coronavirus outbreak.
Mon, 18 May, 2020
Through this coronavirus business innovation support package, grants and loans are available for existing Innovate UK award holders, coupled with additional business advisory support services.
Fri, 15 May, 2020
Emergency funding is available for frontline homelessness charitable organisations who are directly affected by the COVID-19 outbreak.
Fri, 15 May, 2020
A fund to help manufacturers in Wales make the transformation towards a circular economy has been adjusted in light of the impacts of coronavirus.
Thu, 14 May, 2020
Further support for SMEs struggling with coronavirus-related pressures can now be applied for.
Thu, 14 May, 2020
Grants are available for small Scottish creative, tourism and hospitality businesses that are experiencing hardship as a result of COVID-19.
Wed, 13 May, 2020
A government grant worth up to £7,500 will be paid on one lump sum to sole traders and freelancers who have been unable to work during the peak of the coronavirus pandemic across the UK.
Tue, 12 May, 2020
One-off grants for front-line food aid charities to help them continue to provide food to the vulnerable during the coronavirus/COVID-19 crisis.
Tue, 12 May, 2020
Furloughed workers across UK will continue to receive 80% of their current salary, up to £2,500, for an additional four months.
Tue, 12 May, 2020
A free advertising fund is providing support to small businesses in the UK that are battling for survival due to the impacts coronavirus is having on trading.
Mon, 11 May, 2020
An emergency loan fund for housebuilders in Scotland with liquidity issues, due to the temporary closure of the sector as a result of COVID-19, is opening soon.
Mon, 11 May, 2020
Dairy farmers in Wales who are struggling with the impact coronavirus is having on their businesses will soon be eligible for government support.
Mon, 11 May, 2020
Support for SMEs struggling with coronavirus-related pressures has increased to £90 million.
Thu, 07 May, 2020
Funding is available for artists and freelancers, operating in Northern Ireland and England’s visual arts sector, who are suffering financially because of the effects coronavirus is having on their industry.
Thu, 07 May, 2020
Funding is being channelled towards efforts to help Wales' town centres recover from the COVID-19 downturn.
Wed, 06 May, 2020
One-off grants to help the swimming and aquatics community deal with the impact and effects of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Wed, 06 May, 2020
A government fund for dairy farmers in England, affected by a fall in demand for milk products because of the coronavirus pandemic, will open imminently.
Wed, 06 May, 2020
A scheme to help very small firms in Northern Ireland, impacted by coronavirus and requiring essential financial support, is opening soon.
Wed, 06 May, 2020
Support is being offered to those working in the background within the film, TV and cinema industries who wish to help others in the sector who are struggling through the downturn caused by the coronavirus outbreak.
Wed, 06 May, 2020
Further grants are being provided to a range of businesses in Scotland to help them cope with the impacts of coronavirus.
Wed, 06 May, 2020
The Scottish Government is providing interest-free loans to private landlords whose tenants are having difficulty paying rent during the coronavirus crisis.
Tue, 05 May, 2020
Sky Media is helping small businesses, suffering because of the coronavirus outbreak, with TV advertising campaigns worth £10,000.
Tue, 05 May, 2020
Non-repayable grants are available for those working in the film industry in Wales who have been financially hit by the coronavirus outbreak.
Tue, 05 May, 2020
An emergency fund to help music creators from around the world during the coronavirus pandemic has reopened to new bids.
Mon, 04 May, 2020
Barclays' one-off £10 million fund will support 100 UK registered charities with an annual income of more than £1 million to help with coronavirus/COVID-19 relief efforts.
Mon, 04 May, 2020
The Government has launched a fund for England's zoos and aquariums in the latest measure designed to protect businesses affected by the coronavirus pandemic.
Mon, 04 May, 2020
Government-backed loans for UK businesses impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19) are now also available to further education establishments.
Mon, 04 May, 2020
A new loan scheme for smaller UK firms in need of financial support to weather the coronavirus crisis is now open to applications.
Fri, 01 May, 2020
Support is being provided for professional UK-based music-creators from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, working in any genre.
Thu, 30 April, 2020
A £100 million package of supplementary grant support for small and medium-sized businesses and newly self-employed people has opened for applications.
Thu, 30 April, 2020
Interest-free loans are being provided for electrical waste treatment facilities in the UK.
Wed, 29 April, 2020
Emergency cash funding to support Ofcom-licensed community radio stations facing severe financial difficulty due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak.
Wed, 29 April, 2020
The Government has opened a new scheme to fund projects enabling seafood businesses to increase their supply of local seafood to domestic markets.
Tue, 28 April, 2020
Eight utility networks have joined together to give £500,000 to support their local community foundations during the coronavirus pandemic.
Mon, 27 April, 2020
A new loan scheme for smaller firms in need of financial support during the coronavirus crisis is set to launch, with the government paying the interest for the first 12 months.
Mon, 27 April, 2020
Funding is available to help independent television production companies, games and other creative digital businesses that are unable to operate fully due to the coronavirus outbreak.
Mon, 27 April, 2020
Funding is being offered to support individuals in Northern Ireland’s arts sector in response to COVID-19.
Fri, 24 April, 2020
Funding is available to support local partners taking forward the delivery of localised COVID-19 response projects from 1 April 2020 to 30 September 2020.
Wed, 22 April, 2020
Grants are soon to be provided through three dedicated funds, totalling £100 million, for businesses across Scotland that are suffering the impacts of the coronavirus crisis.
Wed, 22 April, 2020
Funding is being offered to enable the UK’s emerging music makers to modify and sustain their creative work during the disruptive and evolving conditions brought about by the coronavirus outbreak.
Wed, 22 April, 2020
GRANTfinder – the UK’s leading provider of funding information to the business, voluntary and public sector – has announced that it is offering all councils six months’ free access to a new online funding portal to help combat the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Tue, 21 April, 2020
Mental health organisations in England can apply for funding to respond to an anticipated increase in need as a direct result of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Tue, 21 April, 2020
Arts organisations in Northern Ireland are being tasked with creating new resources to assist the families of business employees as they adjust to new living and working arrangements during the coronavirus outbreak.
Tue, 21 April, 2020
Support is available for private and public organisations within Scotland’s built environment sector to undertake projects that can create impact and help build resilience during the coronavirus crisis.
Mon, 20 April, 2020
The government-backed loan scheme for large businesses affected by coronavirus (COVID-19) is open.
Mon, 20 April, 2020
Funding is available to help sustain creative practice by freelance creative professionals in Scotland who have lost earnings due to the cancelation of work as a result of COVID-19.
Mon, 20 April, 2020
Support is available to ensure firms in dynamic sectors of the UK economy, ranging from tech to life sciences, are protected so they can continue developing innovative new products.
Mon, 20 April, 2020
UK employers can now claim for 80% of their employees' wages, plus any employer National Insurance and pension contributions, if they have put them on furlough because of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Fri, 17 April, 2020
In order to allow firms across UK to continue protecting millions of jobs, the Government's furlough scheme has been extended.
Fri, 17 April, 2020
Funding for arts organisations working in the not-for-profit sector in Wales who are experiencing immediate financial difficulty due to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Fri, 17 April, 2020
£10 million is to be made available to pilot England’s fishing and aquaculture sectors through coronavirus complications.
Fri, 17 April, 2020
Bids can now be submitted for support from the second phase of the Welsh Government’s £500 million fund to help enterprises that are suffering because of the impacts of coronavirus.
Fri, 17 April, 2020
Rishi Sunak has unveiled the final details of the Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme ahead of its launch on Monday 20 April.
Thu, 16 April, 2020
Funding is available for artists in Scotland to assist with the creation of new work during the difficult times brought about by the coronavirus outbreak.
Thu, 16 April, 2020
Three weeks have been added to the eligibility date for the Chancellor's furlough scheme for workers who have been 'mothballed' during the coronavirus lockdown on businesses.
Thu, 16 April, 2020
The Morrisons Foundation has pledged support for the Homeless Support Fund, aiming to fund charities caring for the homeless during the coronavirus/COVID-19 outbreak.
Wed, 15 April, 2020
The Scottish Government has confirmed a second phase of funding to help businesses mitigate the effects of coronavirus.
Wed, 15 April, 2020
Aquaculture businesses threatened by the effects of the coronavirus can now access financial support from the Scottish Government.
Wed, 15 April, 2020
Funding is being provided to support fishing businesses in Wales during the coronavirus outbreak.
Tue, 14 April, 2020
Emergency funding for Scotland’s third sector organisations to help cope with the effects of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Tue, 14 April, 2020
Scottish Crown Estate revenue is now available to help ease the pressures on coastal enterprises in light of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Tue, 14 April, 2020
Further details about support for businesses in Wales during the coronavirus outbreak have been published.
Tue, 14 April, 2020
Museums Galleries Scotland is offering two funding programmes to support the country’s museums through troubling economic times brought about by the coronavirus pandemic.
Tue, 14 April, 2020
A £100 million programme of loans and investment is being put together to help get emergency funding to social enterprises, charities and small businesses in disadvantaged parts of the UK that are affected by the coronavirus/COVID-19 pandemic.
Tue, 14 April, 2020
Government funding of up to £8 million for adoptive families to meet needs arising from coronavirus outbreak.
Tue, 14 April, 2020
Funding is now available to address sudden shortages or unavailability of finance for seafood businesses in Scotland due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Thu, 09 April, 2020
Rishi Sunak, chancellor of the exchequer, has announced the Government will provide £750 million to frontline charities across the UK so that they can continue their services to those in need during the coronavirus/COVID-19 crisis.
Thu, 09 April, 2020
Community-based third sector organisations in Northern Ireland can apply for grants to support families who may face food poverty due to the effects of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Wed, 08 April, 2020
The British Bank has launched a charity foundation to help deal with the medical and economic crisis caused by coronavirus (COVID-19) and in preparing for the recovery in its aftermath.
Wed, 08 April, 2020
Emergency grants of up to £500 are available to a wide range of not-for-profit organisations across the UK.
Wed, 08 Apr, 2020
A fund to support the UK's creative community, which has been severely impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, is now open to applications.
Wed, 08 Apr, 2020
Emergency funding is available to support local tourism organisations in England that are struggling because of coronavirus.
Tue, 07 April, 2020
Government has announced a package of funding and resource support to help schools deal with the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Tue, 07 April, 2020
The Education and Skills Funding Agency has published guidance for apprentices, employers, training providers and assessment organisations in response to the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Mon, 06 April, 2020
The National Lottery Community Fund has issued a statement about its funding priorities over the next six months.
Mon, 06 April, 2020
A financial scheme to help the fishing industry during the COVID-19 pandemic has been announced.
Mon, 06 April, 2020
Funding, coupled with tailored business support, can now be accessed by young businesspeople whose ventures are suffering during the coronavirus pandemic.
Fri, 03 April, 2020
Cash support will be provided to organisations redistributing food across England during the coronavirus outbreak.
Fri, 03 April, 2020
UK registered businesses can apply for funding to respond to new and urgent needs in UK and global communities, during and following the COVID-19 pandemic.
Fri, 03 April, 2020
Government-backed loans supporting small businesses through the coronavirus crisis have been extended to benefit more firms, and a new scheme to bolster support for larger firms has been announced.
Thu, 02 April, 2020
Support for jobs and businesses within Wales’ creative, culture and sports sectors has been announced, as many of these industries are struggling during the ongoing coronavirus outbreak.
Thu, 02 April, 2020
A commissioning strand has been launched to support England-based artists to produce new works in creative media.
Thu, 02 April, 2020
Loans, at favourable interest rates, are available for companies in Wales that are experiencing cash flow problems as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Wed, 01 April, 2020
Interventions have been made to shore up farmers and growers in Wales during the ongoing coronavirus crisis.
Wed, 01 April, 2020
Next week, Arts Council England will be opening applications to its new coronavirus (COVID-19) Emergency Response fund for organisations.
Wed, 01 April, 2020
Financial support is being provided to individuals in England working in the cultural sector who have had their work affected by the COVID-19 emergency.
Tue, 31 March, 2020
Immediate funding for clubs and community organisations who have a role in supporting the nation to be active but who are experiencing short-term financial hardship or the ceasing of operations due to the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Tue, 31 March, 2020
Emergency funding is being offered in support of the UK’s vocational learning sector, enabling those in work or training to continue engaging with their learning during this period of travel disruption.
Tue, 31 March, 2020
Constituted community organisations and local charities across Scotland can apply for funding to help them respond to the outbreak of the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic and recover from its impact.
Tue, 31 March, 2020
Grants to help smaller charitable organisations in the UK directly affected by the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19).
Mon, 30 March, 2020
Emergency funding has been announced to help Scotland’s creative sector through the coronavirus crisis.
Mon, 30 March, 2020
The Welsh Government has announced a further package of support for the business community to help it deal with the impact of the coronavirus outbreak.
Mon, 30 March, 2020
The National Lottery Community Fund is making several changes in response to the current coronavirus situation.
Fri, 27 March, 2020
Netflix has contributed to a new fund to provide emergency relief for out-of-work crew and cast across the film and television industry.
Fri, 27 March, 2020
Millions of self-employed individuals will receive direct cash grants though a UK-wide scheme to help them during the coronavirus pandemic.
Thu, 26 March, 2020
An emergency fund has been established to help music creators from around the world during the coronavirus pandemic.
Thu, 26 March, 2020
A UK charity has created a fund to help professional musicians who are struggling during the coronavirus crisis.
Thu, 26 March, 2020
Emergency funding to support charities, community groups, social enterprises and voluntary organisations delivering services and projects in Scotland who find themselves in financial difficulties directly as a result of the coronavirus pandemic.
Thu, 26 March, 2020
Organisations supporting those at increased risk and vulnerable isolated people and families are now eligible for funding and larger grants are available for longer-term projects.
Thu, 26 March, 2020
Support is being offered to innovative businesses in Wales to carry out projects that can potentially help to fight the Covid-19 coronavirus.
Wed, 25 March, 2020
Arts Council England are making £160 million of emergency funding available to support organisations and individuals during the coronavirus pandemic.
Wed, 25 March, 2020
Grants are being provided to a range of businesses in Scotland to help them cope with the impacts of the coronavirus.
Tue, 24 March, 2020
Business grant funding and business rates holidays are being provided for retail, hospitality and leisure businesses in England.
Tue, 24 March, 2020
Businesses that subscribe to the North East Chamber of Commerce are being offered a short-term membership rebate while they work through the commercial challenges presented by coronavirus.
Tue, 24 March, 2020
Government has launched a £500 million Hardship Fund to provide council tax relief to help those affected most by coronavirus.
Mon, 23 March, 2020
Funding is being offered to UK technology companies for new digital solutions that can support elderly and vulnerable people who need help while self-isolating during the coronavirus outbreak.
Mon, 23 March, 2020
Businesses across the UK are now able to access government support to keep operating in the face of the global economic emergency brought on by coronavirus.
Mon, 23 March, 2020
The Chancellor has unveiled a further series of measures to support people, jobs and businesses across the UK.
Fri, 20 March, 2020
Government has announced nearly £3 billion to help make more hospital beds available during the coronavirus outbreak.
Thu, 19 March, 2020
Further financial measures have been outlined to assist businesses in Wales to stay solvent as the coronavirus accelerates across the country.
Thu, 19 March, 2020
Emergency funding has been announced to help businesses in Northern Ireland cope with the impacts of the ongoing coronavirus pandemic.
Thu, 19 March, 2020
Details of further financial aid for businesses impacted by coronavirus have been published.
Wed, 18 March, 2020
Funding is being provided to small businesses across a number of countries around the world to help them survive the coronavirus crisis.
Wed, 18 March, 2020
European Commission extends deadlines for selected Erasmus+ programme actions.
Wed, 18 March, 2020
Scottish government has announced a £350 million funding package to support welfare and wellbeing during the coronavirus pandemic.
Wed, 18 March, 2020
Funding announced to help local authorities in England to support rough sleepers during the coronavirus outbreak.
Wed, 18 March, 2020
Addressing the nation, the Chancellor has outlined a range of emergency financial measures to help businesses survive as the coronavirus outbreak worsens.
Tue, 17 March, 2020
A package of support totalling more than £200 million has been announced to help Wales’ small businesses survive as the coronavirus pandemic worsens.
Tue, 17 March, 2020
Businesses across Wales are being offered support to stay financially solvent during the coronavirus pandemic.
Mon, 16 March, 2020
Community organisations throughout Northern Ireland who are supporting older people during any isolation period that may arise as a result of the threat of the Coronavirus can apply for grants.
Mon, 16 March, 2020
A range of measures have been brought about to help businesses in Scotland mitigate the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic.
Fri, 13 March, 2020
Private lenders are making funds available to small businesses impacted by COVID-19, including £2 billion from Lloyds Banking Group and £5 billion from NatWest.
Mon, 27 July, 2020
A fund has been launched to ensure the survival of grassroots music venues in England that are struggling to survive as a result of the coronavirus outbreak and resulting lockdown.