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 grant 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 to 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.
Who can apply?
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
Funding and timeline
- Grants up to £5,000
- Project duration: 5 months
- Call opens: 8 July 2026
- Deadline: 26 August 2026
- Results announced: 8 September 2026
- Projects run: Sept/Oct 2026 - Jan/Feb 2027
What you'll gain
- Funding to deliver your project
- Access to a global alumni network
- Opportunities for learning and collaboration
- Participation in a global showcase event
How to apply
To submit your application, please review the full guidance and complete the application and budget forms, as well as the privacy notice available below, and send them to fralumni@britishcouncil.org by 26 August 2026.
Need support?
If you have any questions or need assistance, please contact us at fralumni@britishcouncil.org. Please note that we will not be able to answer queries between 10-21 August due to official closure, so we we encourage you to apply as soon as possible!
Turn your ideas into impact. Apply now and be part of a global community of changemakers.