The Thomas Wall Trust
The Thomas Wall Trust believes that communication skills are critical capabilities for people who want to improve their employment prospects, self-confidence, resilience, and life chances.
The Trust is seeking proposals which target people experiencing multiple deprivation or other groups demonstrably facing major hurdles to employment especially; women, people with physical, mental, or learning disabilities, and refugees.
It will fund projects that improve communication skills for disadvantaged adults and supports NEET people into employment. Beneficiaries must gain at least one accredited vocational qualification during delivery or within two months of project completion.
Eligibility
- UK charities that have been registered with the Charity Commission for at least 3 years and have an annual turnover of £25,000 to £500,000.
- The project must equip disadvantaged people (aged 18 and over) with the necessary communication skills ready for employment.
Funding amount
Up to £5,000 per year for up to 3 years, subject to satisfactory annual reviews of progress and impact.
Closing date
Monday 22 December 2025.
More information
Visit the Thomas Wall Trust webpage for more information and to apply.
The Newby Trust - Education Grants
The Newby Trust funds local, regional or national charities registered and operating in the UK within the broad categories of education, health and social welfare. Through the Education programme, the Trust provides grants to enable people to benefit from educational opportunities and to support excellence.
Eligibility
The Trust is more likely to fund smaller or medium-sized charities with an annual income of less than £1,000,000.
Funding amount
Grants of between £2,000 and £10,000 are available
Closing date
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
More information
Please visit the Newby Trust website.
Blue Spark Foundation
The BlueSpark Foundation offers grants for kids' education and development. It funds activities like education, sports, and culture and aims to:
- improve the educational opportunities for young people
- enhance their self-confidence, teamwork skills, and future employability.
Eligibility
Beneficiaries - schools, community groups, clubs, societies, and non-profit organizations working with children and young people.
Location - Primarily within the UK, though specific eligibility might differ depending on individual grants.
Project focus - Activities that benefit young people like
- educational programs and workshops
- cultural events and activities
- sports and physical activities
- personal development initiatives.
Funding amount
Grants between £2,000 to £5,000.
Closing date
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.
More information
Please visit the Blue Spark Foundation website.