Type of grant
General funding
Funder
Near Neighbours
This funding supports community led projects across England that celebrate the legacy of the Windrush generation and their descendants, while bringing people together across different ages, backgrounds and communities.
For 2026, up to £500,000 is available nationally, with grants of between £5,000 and £25,000 for eligible organisations.
Funded projects should focus on one of the following aims:
- Raising awareness of the Windrush story
- Fostering pride in the contribution of the Windrush generation and their descendants
- Encouraging and inspiring young people
Near Neighbours are running online workshops to give you an overview of the 2026 Windrush Day Grant Scheme and an opportunity to ask questions on:
- 19th January, 12.30pm - 1.30pm, Online
- 20th January, 6pm - 7pm, Online
- 21st January, 10am - 11am, Online
- 22nd January, 5pm - 6pm, Online
Grant amount
Grants of between £5,000 and £25,000
How to apply
There is an online application process
Deadline