We’re proud to launch the £4m Stronger Futures Programme 3.0 from the Mayor of London’s Violence Reduction Unit.
The aim of Stronger Futures is to enable community-led groups to support those young Londoners aged 8-18 years-old who are most in-need and affected by violence, providing them with skills, opportunities and support during the high risk hours after-school and in holiday periods.
Grants of up to £200,000 will be available to fund and support community-led organisations across London which work to improve the educational outcomes, employability prospects, mental, physical health and wellbeing of young people at risk or involved in violence.
How much can I apply for?
We expect to award up to 30 grants of between £80,000 and £200,000 over two years. The average grant award will be approximately £140,000 over two years (£70,000 per year).
What can I apply for?
Funded organisations will provide afterschool activities Monday to Friday between 3pm and 10pm along with School Holiday Periods between 12pm and 6pm in one or more London Boroughs.
Projects must operate within the agreed days, hours, and school holiday periods, however they are not required to use all available days or hours, or to run during every holiday.
The work should support young people at risk, in particular by expanding access to positive opportunities and providing development and support through training, apprenticeships, and employment & enrichment.
Funding can support both new and existing work.
Applicants must be able to demonstrate a track record of working with young people between 8-18 at risk of/have experienced violence, exploitation and/or grooming.
Funding period
All funded activities must be completed by 31 March 2028. Projects can start from week commencing 8th June 2026 when funding decisions will be announced.
Partnerships
Applicants may apply in partnership with up to two other organisations, providing a blend of interventions for young people and sharing skills and knowledge. Partnerships may be existing or newly formed for this funding opportunity.
How to apply
Please read the full fund prospectus before starting an application.
The deadline for applications is Midday on Monday 11th May 2026.
All applicants will need to complete an eligibility quiz to access the online application form.
Contact details:
If you have any questions or would like to discuss any element of the fund or your application, please contact us on 020 7582 5117 or strongerfutures@londoncf.org.uk.