Deadline: 30-Apr-2026
The7stars Foundation is offering Project Funding grants of up to £5,000 for organisations supporting vulnerable children under 18 in England. These one-off grants prioritize projects addressing abuse, addiction, young carers, and homelessness, helping small charities, schools, and children’s homes expand their frontline services and improve the wellbeing of at-risk youth.
The 7stars Foundation provides one-off project grants to organisations delivering support services for children aged 18 and under. These grants aim to strengthen initiatives that safeguard young people, improve emotional wellbeing, and provide stability for those facing challenging circumstances.
Who is Eligible?
Eligible applicants include:
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Registered UK charities, council-run children’s homes, and schools in England
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Organisations with an annual turnover below £1.5 million
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Entities operating before 2020 with less than 30% in free reserves
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Staff-led organisations (not volunteer-led) to ensure capacity for consistent project delivery
Key Funding Priorities
The programme supports a wide range of projects under four core themes:
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Abuse Prevention and Support
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Services for survivors of physical, emotional, sexual, or online abuse
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Early intervention, trauma-informed care, safeguarding, advocacy, and recovery support
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Addiction Support
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Programs addressing youth addiction or family member substance misuse
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Prevention, education, counselling, rehabilitation, and peer-support initiatives
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Support for Young Carers
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Respite services, emotional wellbeing, educational continuity, reducing isolation
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Preparing young carers for future opportunities
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Homelessness Assistance
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Support for children in emergency or temporary accommodation
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Includes refugees and children in local authority homes
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Focus on crisis support, practical assistance, and stability
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Why It Matters
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Supports vulnerable children at risk due to abuse, addiction, caregiving responsibilities, or homelessness
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Strengthens frontline organisations that provide essential services
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Encourages holistic, focused interventions that improve safety, wellbeing, and long-term outcomes
How to Apply
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Ensure your organisation meets eligibility criteria (turnover, operational history, staffing structure).
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Identify a project aligned with one of the core themes: abuse, addiction, young carers, homelessness.
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Prepare a project proposal detailing objectives, activities, expected outcomes, and budget within the £5,000 grant limit.
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Submit the application through the official 7stars Foundation submission portal (check the website for deadlines).
Tips for a Strong Application
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Clearly explain how the project addresses the needs of children most at risk
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Demonstrate capacity for project delivery and staff involvement
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Include measurable outcomes to show impact
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Highlight collaboration or partnerships that strengthen the project’s reach
FAQ
Q1: Can volunteer-led organisations apply?
No, applicants must be staff-led to ensure consistent project delivery.
Q2: Can schools and children’s homes apply?
Yes, council-run children’s homes and schools in England are eligible.
Q3: Is funding recurring?
No, this is a one-off grant, not recurring support.
Q4: What is the maximum grant amount?
Grants are up to £5,000 per project.
Q5: Can organisations with free reserves over 30% apply?
No, eligible applicants must have less than 30% in free reserves.
Q6: Can projects cover core organisational costs?
Funding is intended for direct project delivery, not general overheads.
Q7: Are collaborative projects allowed?
Yes, projects demonstrating partnerships that enhance impact are encouraged.
Conclusion
The7stars Foundation Project Funding offers small but impactful grants for organisations supporting vulnerable children in England. By targeting abuse, addiction, young carers, and homelessness, the programme helps frontline organisations deliver meaningful interventions, improve safety and wellbeing, and create long-term stability for children who need it most.
For more information, visit The7stars Foundation.
