The Matrix Causes Fund (a charitable fund administered by Prism) provides support to organisations which promote access to justice, equality of opportunity, or a sustainable environment.
While all applications which meet the criteria are welcome, priority will be given to projects where the benefit can be most widely felt, and from organisations based in London, and / or those organisations who focus is on supporting the needs of vulnerable persons such as people (particularly children) with disabilities, women in refuges, refugees and asylum seekers, people with mental health difficulties, prisoners etc.
UK charity applicants can apply for one of the following MCF grants:
A one-off grant of up to £8,000 (GBP), or
A multi-year grant of up to £5,000 (GBP) a year, for up to three years (funds for years 2 and 3 will be released upon receipt of a grant report at the end of the previous year’s cycle)
The fund only accepts applications for consideration in the following window:
The Royal Society of Chemistry’s Outreach Fund is open for applications of up to £10,000 to support exciting and creative chemical science engagement activities across the UK and ROI.
We fund a broad range of projects that connect communities from all backgrounds with the chemical sciences.
Applications are accepted on a rolling basis throughout the year, with this year's final deadline at 5pm (UK time) on 2 October 2026.
If you work with or have an idea to engage schools, community groups, families, public audiences or underserved communities, this fund could help support your work or bring a brand‑new idea to life. Or if you are looking for inspiration - take a look at the RSC Education Outreach Hub. If you have any questions about a project or application, get in touch via outreach@rsc.org.
The Biochemical Society's EDI and Outreach Grants provide grants of up to £1,000 to strengthen inclusion and participation within the molecular biosciences.
Help create and support a representative scientific community with our EDI and Outreach Grants!
Our EDI and Outreach Grants are a new funding scheme designed to strengthen inclusion and participation within the molecular bioscience community. As the Biochemical Society is committed to supporting a more accessible community with diverse identities at all levels, we are looking for innovative projects or activities that aim to promote EDI principles and/or develop outreach to underrepresented communities.
With grants of up to £1,000 available, we welcome applications from individuals, groups, charities or not-for-profit organisations all across the world. You do not need to be a member of the Biochemical Society to apply.
This scheme aims to support projects that enhance public understanding of molecular bioscience, remove barriers to participation, elevate underrepresented voices, or foster a more accessible and inclusive environment across education, research, and public engagement.
We are particularly interested to receive applications that address one or more of the areas identified as priorities by our community in our recent EDI Data surveys:
Support for carers in STEM
Address attitudinal barriers towards LGBTQ+ groups
Ensure diverse representation on panels and public platforms
Support for women and minoritised groups in accessing more senior roles
Engagement with minoritised young people and promotion of access to STEM
Improving support and accessibility for people with disabilities
Deadlines
Applications are considered twice a year. The next deadline for applications is 5th October 2026.
Projects must be taking place at least 1 month after the deadline applied for, and be completed within 8 months.
