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 both the application and budget forms 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.