Non-profit groups will now be able to apply in June 2022 for projects which help to build financial resilience.

In response to the current cost-of-living crisis, MSE will bring forward its next planned funding round, which was originally due to open in September this year.

The theme for the round is Building and Developing Resilience, and projects should focus on providing urgent money guidance and emergency debt help to those of in need of support through the cost-of-living crisis in the UK.

There is particular interest in applications which use memorable, innovative, and or creative ways of delivering financial life skills which will make a lasting impact on the way people think, behave and manage their money.

Small to medium-sized non-profit organisations with a constitution can apply, including UK registered charities, community interest companies, social enterprises and credit unions.

The Charity has updated its eligibility requirements, and will now accept organisations with an annual income of up to £750,000. Groups must also have unrestricted reserves that are less than six months of their running costs.

Applications will open on 20 June 2022 and close on 22 July 2022 (or when 40 applications have been accepted).

How To Apply

Applications are usually invited twice a year: in February and September. Each grant round is limited to the first 40 accepted applications.

In light of the cost of living crisis, the next grant round, Building and Developing Resilience, will open on 20 June 2022 and close on 22 July 2022 (or sooner if 40 applications have been accepted). Decisions are expected by 21 September 2022.

A grant eligibility quiz, online application form, guidance notes and FAQs are available on the MSE Charity website. The application guidance document changes for each round and groups should make sure they have read it carefully before starting the application form.

For more information, visit the MSE Charity website.