Funding for Alumni-Led Ideas That Create Real Impact

Are you a UK alumni with an idea to make a difference in your community?

The Alumni UK Grant Programme 2026–27 offers grants of up to £5,000 to support innovative, impactful, and collaborative projects led by international UK alumni. Whether you're launching a new initiative or scaling an existing one, this is your opportunity to turn ideas into action.

What We’re Looking For

We support projects that:

  • Deliver measurable impact
  • Introduce innovative or creative approaches
  • Strengthen collaboration and knowledge sharing
  • Are feasible within 5 months

Thematic Focus Areas

Climate Action & Sustainability

Projects addressing climate change and environmental sustainability through practical, community-driven or creative approaches.

Inclusion, Reducing Inequality & Empowerment

Projects that promote inclusion, expand opportunities, and empower underrepresented or marginalised groups. 

  • Call opens: 01 July 2026  
  • Deadline: 02 August 2026 (17.00hrs IST)   

You Must : 

  • Be a UK alumnus/alumna (at least one term of study at a UK institution)
  • Be a national of and currently resident in an eligible country
  • Submit one application only
  • Be independent of political affiliations

  • Grants of up to £5,000
  • Project duration: 5 months
  • Call opens: 01 July 2026  
  • Deadline: 02 August 2026 (17.00hrs IST)   
  • Results announced: 8 September 2026
  • Projects run: Sept/Oct 2026 – Jan/Feb 2027

  • Funding to deliver your project
  • Access to a global alumni network
  • Opportunities for learning and collaboration
  • Participation in a global showcase event

To submit your application, please review the full guidance and complete the application form and other templates given in documents section.

Need Support?

If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact your local British Council country team: sakshi.sharma@britishcouncil.org. 

Turn your ideas into impact. Apply now and be part of a global community of changemakers.
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