Not for profit organisations working to support children and young people from underserved communities in the UK can apply for core or project grants through the BBC Children in Need ‘Pudsey Next Steps’ programme.
The Pudsey Next Steps funding programme aims to help achieve greater equity, diversity and inclusion in grant-making by reaching under-served and marginalised children and young people by addressing disparities and ensuring equitable access to resources for all young people.
Eligible applicants include organisations that have not previously received funding from BBC Children in Need, have an annual income of £100,000 or less, are not-for-profit organisations working with children and young people aged 18 or under, are based within the communities they serve, and address specific local priorities identified for their nation or region.
Applicants can apply for grants ranging from £1000 – £15,000 per year, for up to three years. This can be for either core (organisational running costs) or project funding.
Due to a transition to a new grantmaking system, BBC Children in Need will not accept new Expressions of Interest after 11:59 am on Tuesday 15 April 2025 until the launch of the new system at the end of September 2025. Organisations interested in applying should submit their Expressions of Interest before this deadline. For more information, please visit their Transition to New Grantmaking System Frequently Asked Questions webpage.
For further information, please visit the BBC Children In Need website
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