David Riddell Memorial CIO Funding

by Libby Mahoney

Up to £25,000 available for innovative suicide awareness and prevention projects across the UK.

Charities and Community Interest Companies (CICs) can apply for grants of £5,000 to £25,000 to support projects that make a real difference to suicide awareness and prevention.

The programme is open to UK-registered charities, including CIOs, and CICs limited by guarantee, with a particular focus on supporting smaller organisations. Priority will be given to innovative projects, and applications can include full cost recovery. Core costs may also be considered where an organisation’s mission aligns with the fund’s objectives.

The 2026/27 Small Grant Programme will accept applications from 1 September to 31 October 2026. Shortlisted applicants will be notified by the end of November 2026, with final funding decisions announced by the end of February 2027 and awards made in March 2027.

Organisations interested in applying should complete the first-round application form during the application window. As the form cannot be saved, applicants should ensure they are ready to complete it in one session.

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